August 13, 2004
Still Battling Away
Apologies for the lack of updates. There is not much to report. Rosie is still battling away in the ICU. It's 4 weeks today since she had the operation. Her lung condition is still not so good, and she is not strong enough yet to come off the ECMO machine. The doctors are attempting to treat her liver and kidneys as well as her lungs, and warning us that it will take some time before she can get better. She is being very strong and very brave, and we have to keep reminding ourselves to do the same.
We are watching videos of her playing, and assuring oursleves that she will come home, happy and healthy, and play with us soon.
Megumi and I went to a local Protestant church last week. It was rather odd. It was all in Japanese and I didn't know any of the hymns (thought I would know some of the tunes, if not the words). I think we may stick to private prayer rather than the organized variety.
Posted by Gary at August 13, 2004 09:01 AMG, M & R, always with you folks.
Paul, Naomi, Rachel & Roland
Posted by: Paul at August 13, 2004 12:18 PMLove here too, mate! h.
Posted by: huw at August 13, 2004 08:31 PMAll the best, we all hope you have some good news to enjoy very soon!
Posted by: Derek at August 14, 2004 02:43 PMStill hoping for the best outcome. Hang in there, Rosie!
Posted by: Jessica at August 14, 2004 02:49 PMYou're always in our thoughts,
dave and amy x
Our love and prayers with you all the time Keep positive Much love to all 3 Kate & Dick
Posted by: Kate & Dick at August 16, 2004 07:25 PM