Last night was not the easy, restful night that we were looking for and neither was today. Carly just could not settle down and she seemed to be aching all over, with only a little relief from the pain medications. Christa and I managed to get maybe four, thirty minute naps over the night so our sleep debt is pretty impressive by this point. All of Carly's vital signs and key blood labs still look good, so although she is being put through the wringer she is holding strong and will fight this off. They switched her to a different medication that they hope will help ease her pain and as of now she looks more comfortable than she has all day.These last twelve days have been incredibly challenging. We had no idea what was in store for Carly and us when we ran up to the ER on that Saturday morning and we are continually reminded that you never know what will be thrown your way. Thinking about how we are facing these challenges as a family I was reminded of these redwoods that we walked past on one of Carly's healing walks in Muir Woods. Two giant trees growing from one base that managed to catch a falling tree many years ago. All three thrive together, the two older trees supporting the younger and the younger tree defying the odds.
Love, Brad
13 comments:
Our hearts, thoughts, and healing vibes are constantly with you. Carly is a true fighter and all three of you are truly inspiring and strong - just like those redwoods! We know this mystery will heal soon!
Love and hugs,
Lance and Mark
well said brad. love the image of the 3 trees. wishing on those beautiful stars every day for the 3 of you. xo
What beautiful images you are filing Carly and this community with...thank you, Brad and Christa for reminding us how important positive energy is and what role we can all play in Carly's healing. I will now be thinking of a healthy, happy little being and those amazing trees and make some of my own wishing stars as well.
Love,
Susan
Love you guys! Carly definitely is strong. Sending many positive thoughts and prayers you're way
Michele
That image and your description of it is just beautiful. You and Christa are amazing, inspiring parents. She will get through this. I hope that you are able to get some real sleep soon. Sending love and keeping the image of of a happy, pain free Carly strong in my mind and in my heart.
Very beautiful. Maybe you can think of us all as the ferns at your base keeping you nourished and keeping you strong. Sending love and healing thoughts.
Love you guys. Hoping you both can sleep today and tonight, sounds like you really need it.
xo
Becca and Brian
Continuing to envision a healthy and pain-free Carly. Wishing the three of you peace. Your family is like those redwoods-strong, supportive and with a tremendous will for life. Hoping this episode ends soon. ((HUGS))
Hoping the path through the forest leads to peaceful days and nights very, very soon. All of our love.
Carrie and Rick
I've been following the blog since the beginning and get in every day to see how things are going. I was disappointed when I would open up and there was no update. But now I'm looking forward to those weekly update when you are all home again and you can keep us apprised of Carly's progress.All of my thoughts and prayers are with the three of you.
Jeanne
everything about you three is strong and beautiful. sending lots of love and wishes for some rest and relief,
sheila and keith
Thinking of you CONSTANTLY. wishing on all the stars that you will be home in a few short days. so much love.
-kim & dave
Beautiful...
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