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I have a big prayer request. I came to Tennessee last Friday to see my kids while they were on spring break. I was supposed to return to Texas this past Wednesday, but while I was here, my ex-wife developed a very serious problem and is now in the CCU at the local hospital. She had emergency surgery on her jaw to remove 2 abcessed teeth and one of her tonsels. She has toxic blood and her sugar level was 426 this morning when we called 911 to get her to the hospital. Her sister flew in from California after she found out how sick Julie was and my sister-in-law (the ex's cousin) is driving up as I type this. I was in the CCU when she came out of the surgery today and stayed with her until visiting hours were over for the afternoon. Her sister is there now. When my sister-in-law gets here, I am going to be returning to Texas, as long as my ex is stable and the blood toxen medicine is working. I don't want to leave, and my employers are telling me to stay as long as needed, that they will keep the fort down there until I can get back, but I need to get back and work so I can keep the child support money coming as she will be needing it when she gets out. My ex is still very dear to my heart, as anyone who knows me will attest to, and I am trying to be strong for both her and my boys. Today's surgery and the news so far are answers to my prayers, but there is still a long way to go. The doctors and nurses told me today that it was a good thing I was here and got her in when I did or she would not have made it. I haven't slept very much the last few days and am hoping I will sleep tonight. I am feeling better about the situation tonight, but there is still a major amount of care needed. This morning she was given a 50-50 chance of surviving. Now I think it is much better but I was and still am very scared and do not know what I will do if she does die. She was my first love and still is the only person I can truely say I have ever loved this deeply. Thank you for your prayers and lift up my family as you pray tonight.

Dan

Sorry to hear about Julie, Dan. You are in my prayers tonight and every night. I know that she is in good hands with you there, and, there is a good reason that you were there to help take care of her. Have a safe trip home. How are your boys doing with it? Is she diabetic? Her blood sugar was extremely high. Thank GOD that you were there to call 911 for her. There are not too many people that feel that way about their exes. Let your boys know that we are here for you and for them.

Today, I called the CCU nurse and got a good update. Her blood sugar levels are down and she is showing progress. Also, her white blood cell count is getting lower, too. A safe range is around 12000 and her's was around 32,000. Today it was around 17,000, so the medications are working. She still is in critical condition, but her body is starting to come back closer to normal levels. They were going to start removong the breathing machine today, but when they started the process, she seemed to be uncomfortable and disoriented, so they decided to leave it in place for another day so she could rest better. They also gave her morphine for the pain. Her sister spent the morning with her and I plan on going there this afternoon. The nurse said she was able to open her eyes and can hear us talking to her. The nurse said that her suster was talking calmly to her about her kids and ours as well, telling her funny things that have been going on and reassuring her that everything was ok and that she was getting better and the boys were doing great. My parents have her on every prayer list in their town and I know those prayers are being answered. Thank God for the miracles we are experiencing here. I do believe in the power of prayer and the events of the past week reaffirm my beliefs. Thanks for being there for us.


Dan

How is Julie doing today, Dan? Thinking about her and you and the boys.

Sorry I didn't post sooner, but I have had a busy few days. She came off of the ventelator Monday morning and has been breathing on her own. Also, the catscan of her mouth and neck area came back with only a small speck of the infection detedted, that the antibiotics shoud take care of. Her blood sugar levels are right around 100 and the white blood cell counts are back closer to normal. Her blood pressure was a little high the other day, but it is down now as well. She is still weak, but seems to be getting better. Her throat is still sore, but they said it will probably be a few days for that to go away, as she still has a little drainage from the teeth extraction surgery. I left last night after visiting with her and taking our oldest son to see her. He was very good in the CCU area and they both seemed to brighten the other's day. She put her arms up for a hug and they embraced and kissed. I was staying strong for her, but I was crying inside as it really touched me. We came very close to losing her and that would devestate both the boys and myself. Her sister Jane and cousin RuthAnn are there taking care of ther boys for us while she recovers. I got back today around 1:00 and got my paychecks deposited in the bank before catching a 3 hr nap. I worked 6-close at Domino's and am working pretty much everyday this week at both jobs to try to make up some of the time missed. I will be sending extra up to cover the day to day living expenses while she is in the hospital. The child support money is still going, but they can not access it yet. I will write more as I get progress reports. Now I gotta save up to go back up in a few months to help them celebrate her full recovery. Prayers are still needed, but the updates all seem to be positive. The next big step is when they say she doesn't need to be in the CCU area.

Dan Prayers and thoughts for Julie and your boys,The Lord is taking care of her,Thank God you were there for her! Leslie

I am so sorry, Dan ... I Just read on facebook that your family was in need of prayer ... glad you had the link to this forum there and I guessed at my ID and password ...

I hope Julie is doing better each day ... and your boys are OK ... You can count on my prayers!!!

Yesterday, Julie was able to keep the food down and I was told they were waiting to see if she could be moved into a regular room. We are praising God for the miraculous chain of events that have occured. She saw all of the boys yesterday and I am going to call today to see how things are going after morning visitation is over. Thanks for all of the words of encouragement and prayers. Well, off to another busy day of playing catch-up on the work. I will try to post another update tonight.

Dan

This is such great news, Dan. Prayers do work. I know you and your sons are very happy with all this good news. Thanks for letting us know.

She is supposed to get released from the hospital tomorrow. She called me today and gave me her update herself. The throat sounded a little horse but it was good to hear from her and the news about getting to go home was the best I could hope to hear.

WooHoo, that is really great news, Dan. Give her our best. Your boys will be so excited for her to come home. Tell her to take care of herself...

Glad she is doing better Dan...I know it's a load off your mind!!! Take care - Kristy