Taking it one Day at a Time
On Wednesday, they began easing up on the medication that has been keeping Ethan sleeping. Sara was so thankful to be able to see him open his eyes, even for such a brief moment and look at her. She has been singing to him and has noticed that when she does, he has a positive response on his pulse monitor.
How sweet is the sound of his mother's voice...
On Thursday, they were able to remove the tube that has been helping Ethan breathe for the last week. Ethan is now breathing on his own and has been able to talk to his mom for the first time since the accident. Though it is a relief for Sara to be able to communicate with him a little bit more, she is concerned for his comfort level. Ethan's throat is sore and he is understandably uncomfortable. Please continue to pray for Ethan's pain
and for incredible strength for Sara.
Today, the doctors removed the bandages on the skin grafted areas of Ethan's skin. It is awesome news that they feel the skin grafts from Ethan's tissue have taken successfully! They also feel that it is very possible that many of the 2nd degree burns on his lips and face may heal well enough to not need any reconstruction. Pray that these 2nd degree burns on Ethan's face will heal quickly and completely. Ethan's tissue was used to graft on and under his arms, and on his hands and fingers. According to his doctors, it is looking like Ethan's chances of having complete mobility with his hands is very good. They are still concerned however, about the future mobility in Ethan's neck area. Encouraging mobility and keeping away infection will continue to be paramount concerns as Ethan goes through this many month process.
I know you are all lifting up every part of Ethan's body before
our Lord who is the Great Physician.
Ethan's next surgery is scheduled for either Monday or Tuesday and will be to remove the cadaver skin that has been placed on his neck, chin and chest area and replace it with a graft of Ethan's own skin. For now, we pray for peace and rest for both he and Sara.
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We are with you every day, (in the heavenlies) joining with Jesus himself as He interceedes on your behalf. We know that he shares in your sufferings far more deeply than we ever can, but that only increases our faith as we pray! God Himself, in the person of His Son and Spirit, lead the way to the throne of grace. We stand with you and will for the duration. It is our great privilege to do so. May the peace of God which passes understanding stand guard over your heart and mind in these criticle days. I pray you find Him in the most unexpected, surpising moments...... moments when no one BUT He could speak to you.
Dear Ethan and Sara,
To say that this horrifying accident is changing lives, both in and outside of Nashville would be an understatement! You are truly on the hearts of hundreds and probably thousands! The two of you are literally the first thing(people) I think of upon waking. You are on my heart all day and the last thing(people) I think of as I fall asleep praying. Your absence at school is definately noticed and missed. Students, faculty and parents are always asking how you are and are so anxious to help in any,any,any way possible.
Sara, I have always been in awe of your love and dedication that you show towards your beautiful baby Ethan. You are an amazing Mommy and Ethan is so heavenly blessed to have you. AND..... THAT is so apparent because when he sees you he just lights up. God's spirit is so alive in him. He has a gentle and dynamic presence that is evident to all who know him. The two of you are quite a team, a team in which all of us are cheering for.
All of my prayers and love,
Mrs. O, First Grade Teacher
and
F.A.M.I.L.Y.
Sara & Ethan
We just miss you...
...and WE LOVE YOU!
Trudi, Oscar, Alijia, & Oscar-Lucas
Sara & Ethan,
We just miss you both....
...and WE LOVE YOU!
Trudi, Oscar, Alijia & Oscar-Lucas
May the Lord bless you both and hold you tightly in His arms at this scary time. You can do all things with Christ who gives you strength. You are in my prayers- both of you. In His name... Missi
Dear Ethan and Sara,
My heart holds you tightly in prayer and concern. Ethan, I pray God will restore your body quickly. I pray He will protect you from infection and give you rest. I pray you will have a song in your heart to bring you comfort.
I send my prayers and love.
Mrs. Donna Essick
Sara our hearts go out to you and Ethan and we are upholding you in prayer. Lindsey says "Ethan, I hope you feel better". I cannot imagine what you are going through but our precious Lord Jesus knows your every thought. Psalm 56:3 "Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in you." Our Lord brings us hope, even in the darkness and we pray that Gods love and all the prayers brought before him give you and Ethan strength. Jeff, Cindy and Lindsey West
Our prayers are with you and ethan!!! Keith Foelsch and family
Dearest Sara,
You & Ethan are in our prayers & thoughts. If I thought you were an awesome Mother before, you surpassed everything that could be expected of you.
I pray that GOD keep you strong & that Ethan heal perfectly. This whole family NEVER stopped loving you...hang in there & GOD BLESS.
Trish,Rocky,Chris
McCallick
Dear Sarah,
The first time I met you was when we were waiting for out first graders to come out of the classroom near the beginning of the school year. Ethan came out of the room and jumped right into your arms. You looked at me and said what a great feeling it is that he is still so happy to see you and how he jumps into your arms. Your comment and the happiness I felt between the two of you really touched me that day and I thought if it almost everytime I saw you at school. I know God will help Ethan heel so he, once again, will jump into your arms!
Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
Jim, Sherrie, Megan and Amanda Ehman
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