Monday, October 17, 2011

PROGRESS!... SWEET SWEET WORDS.

Yesterday evening:  As Connor becomes more awake and aware of things...he has decided he doesn't care for a few things.  One is he hates the thing on his arm that keeps him from being able to pull things off. So what does he do... he takes his right knee/leg and tries to get it off.  He also decided he didn't care for the tube down his throat.  So what did he do... coughed it out!  The doctors conversed and decided to leave it out.  If he did well through the night and does well on his swallowing tomorrow... they would most likely leave it out.  He is so much more at peace without all these things on him and in him.  This little boy knows what he wants... and that is to get better.




Connor resting ... much more peaceful without all the tubes.




So many people to love him and care for him








Connor cuddling with Grandpa Doug


Mommy and Connor cuddling and comforting

Big Sister Alissa and Nana Deonna






Last night :  Every since the tube came out, Connor has been able to rest much better.  It was a great night.


Today (Monday):  Today's goal... to get Connor to swallow and swallow well.  They have tried chocolate milk through a straw.  They tried pudding on a spoon but kept pushing the spoon away. Grandma Kathy was worried that they were going to try pudding... why?... because Connor does not like pudding!  They put applesauce on his paci and they think he liked that.  The speech therapist said he was irritable and she could not determine his ability to eat.  She is coming back after lunch.





OH BOY.... DO WE HAVE SOME NEWS FOR YOU!

Just a few short minutes ago... we heard the sweetest sound we could possibly hear! CONNER'S VOICE!  Yes... you heard me right.  Connor has not spoken one word in a week... and today we heard these sweet sweet words... " Paci"... and " I want a cup"... WE CELEBRATE!!!! He is is strong, he is a fighter.  He is communicating verbally.  We can't believe it!  So much progress!  I bet that speech therapist will be mighty surprised when she comes in after lunch!





A smile is on our faces because we can imagine you all rooting Connor on while watching this video and when he finally says it...there is a big cheer from you whether it be at your home, at work or maybe even someplace real quiet where someone may give you a strange look.

Prayers have been answered and PROGRESS has been made.... We Celebrate!
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13 comments:

  1. Beth FowlerOctober 17, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    YAY, such great news!!! Loved the video....hearing his voice was wonderful, I celebrated!!! Continuing to pray for lil' Connor, I know he is gonna be ok. It's just gonna take time, lots of time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Love to all

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  2. jerry smithOctober 17, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    We are so proud of Connor we have faith that he is going to show everyone he is a little man that can do more than the Dr's think we celebrate with you all...God is good Jerry Smith thinning of you daily :}

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  3. Diane RobinsonOctober 17, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    We are thrilled to continue to see improvement in Conner! Your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers! Glen and Diane

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  4. kempersmamaOctober 17, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    What a strong little boy! Never knew the word "paci" could bring tears to my eyes but Connor made it happen!!! We are so happy for him and you all! We will continue to pray! Love and hugs from the Gilbows

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  5. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    I am Connor's nanna Deonna... here with Connor and his mom and dad. We are all so thrilled with each and every step toward recovery. Last night I put up a note on his wall, and it is how we all feel up here... "Giving up.... Is not an option" TEAM CONNOR! They don't know what he is made of nor do they know what we are made of.... we are expecting a full recovery, he can do it and we are with him every step of the way! Thank you all for your many prayers, calls and notes. We are touched very deeply by you all. God Bless

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  6. BluegrassOctober 17, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    So proud to hear that prayers have been answered. He is such a sweet baby and we have missed seeing him at church. We will continue to keep him and all the family in our prayers.

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  7. BluegrassOctober 17, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    The Bluegrass comment above is from Gene and Pat Hosey. Just wanted you to know we love Conner too and are thinking of him.

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  8. KamiOctober 17, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    I bet that Speech Therapist was blown away when she heard this! I know I am! Go Connor go! :-)

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  9. Steph, Josh and JilesOctober 17, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    He makes my heart melt and me and my family will continue to pray for him.

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  10. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    YAY!! Precious little guy! Praying for you Connor and ALL of the family. I say little prayers all throughout the day, because you're on my mind all throughout the day. Sending love and hugs-Lesley Hobbs

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  11. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Connor is one tough little boy with alot of determination, he has alot of people praying for him and with Gods love all things are possible.

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  12. Deanna GintherOctober 17, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    We paused the T.V. listened to the video and celebrated for Connor! Yay...the Ginther's are so excited and continuing to pray. Praise you Jesus for you are faithful!!!!

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  13. Sheryl HenleyOctober 18, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    This was awesome to read and also see Connor speak for the first time! Thank you! You are all in our prayers

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