Hi all, this is Michelle, Ang's cousin. WOW! What a difference a week makes!! After visiting Ang last Wed (Jan. 10}, I wasnt sure what to think, so I checked the blog about 100 times a day to see the latest updates, as well as having constant contact with our family. Today I was able to go see her again. And again, I say WOW! It was unbelieveable to see her eyes open and her body moving and lips trying to speak. I asked her "Do you know who I am?", she nodded yes, looking me dirrectly in the eyes. I then said "Its Michelle.", she nodded in agreement. My heart raced with excitment. I asked her to squeeze an item they had given her to squeeze and she looked me right in the eye and squeezed so hard, as if to say, "Yes, Im here, I understand you and I can do it!" Amazing! I was there about an hour and I also saw her moving her mouth a few times, when i asked her something, as if she was trying to speak. I know she has a long way to go, but I know she is going to get there. She is a fighter!! I do believe we will all see her smile and hear her larger than life laugh again.
Michelle
Friday, January 19, 2007
Marilynn
I am Angela's husband & I would like the opportunity to gracefully correspond with you via email. Please email me with your concerns & comments to troykohls402@aol.com. Thank you
**Update - As of 1:06pm
Hello Everyone,
Greg just called with the following updates:
The neurologist is wanting to do the following three things within the next few days.
1) Take out the ventilator
2) Take out the catheter draining fluid off of the brain
3) Begin to see if Angela can take soft solid food.
The first two will be a test at first to see if Angela will be allright without them. If it works out, then they will keep them off. The fluid on the brain seems to be sufficiently drained and/or draining on it's own at this time.
These are mighty words of good news. Thank You Lord for Your continued healing of Angela. You are so gracious and good. \O/
Greg just called with the following updates:
The neurologist is wanting to do the following three things within the next few days.
1) Take out the ventilator
2) Take out the catheter draining fluid off of the brain
3) Begin to see if Angela can take soft solid food.
The first two will be a test at first to see if Angela will be allright without them. If it works out, then they will keep them off. The fluid on the brain seems to be sufficiently drained and/or draining on it's own at this time.
These are mighty words of good news. Thank You Lord for Your continued healing of Angela. You are so gracious and good. \O/
Thursday, January 18, 2007
*Update as of 9:02pm
Hello Everyone,
Dad Kohls called with the following update this evening:
Angela is starting to respond more and more everyday. When people are talking to her, her eyes are intent and she squeezes their hands. She is moving her left leg more and more, and she was moving her feet today as well.
She is still on the ventilator but she may be able to have it removed tomorrow. The readings for the vasospasms in the brain went up a little bit so she's not out of those woods yet. She also does not have too many facial expressions yet, but tries to communicate which is a very good sign.
Today was a little harder for Troy because he was hoping she'd be able to have the ventilator removed today. It's probably uncomfortable for her and it's doing very little work. She is almost completely breathing on her own. Dad believes the medical team is trying to be certain that she will be okay off of the ventilator. So everyone is thankful for that.
Thank you everyone for your prayers and dedication to Angela and the family. The Lord truly continues to amaze us and show His love and power every day! We are united in giving Him all of the credit for Angela's life and well being. We are united in our belief that it is no accident or plain circumstance. He is directing these events all the way.
*** Note: Because it's getting close to time for the open house I wanted to remind everyone to re-visit the note about the Avon Fundraiser. Click on the arrows next to the date on the right side bar and you will be able to see all past messages.***
Sincerely,
Sherri
Dad Kohls called with the following update this evening:
Angela is starting to respond more and more everyday. When people are talking to her, her eyes are intent and she squeezes their hands. She is moving her left leg more and more, and she was moving her feet today as well.
She is still on the ventilator but she may be able to have it removed tomorrow. The readings for the vasospasms in the brain went up a little bit so she's not out of those woods yet. She also does not have too many facial expressions yet, but tries to communicate which is a very good sign.
Today was a little harder for Troy because he was hoping she'd be able to have the ventilator removed today. It's probably uncomfortable for her and it's doing very little work. She is almost completely breathing on her own. Dad believes the medical team is trying to be certain that she will be okay off of the ventilator. So everyone is thankful for that.
Thank you everyone for your prayers and dedication to Angela and the family. The Lord truly continues to amaze us and show His love and power every day! We are united in giving Him all of the credit for Angela's life and well being. We are united in our belief that it is no accident or plain circumstance. He is directing these events all the way.
*** Note: Because it's getting close to time for the open house I wanted to remind everyone to re-visit the note about the Avon Fundraiser. Click on the arrows next to the date on the right side bar and you will be able to see all past messages.***
Sincerely,
Sherri
*Update*
Kathy and I were at the hospital last night. We were able to spend a few minutes with Angela. We both felt that she was responding to us. She would open her eyes and look for us. She would squeeze our hands when we asked her to. We truly Believe the Lord is in control of this situation and ask that everyone continue to Pray for her and the Family.. Jody & Kathy Meloccaro
Help For Posting
Hi Everyone
(Reminder: We probably won't receive an update until this evening since Troy is working)
If anyone is having difficulty posting a comment, please feel free to email what you'd like to say to my email account at kofmministry@gmail.com and I will be happy to post it here on the blog for you.
** Please try to use the "comments" feature at the bottom of the posts first, but if it just won't work please go ahead and send me an email so I can help out.** : )
Have a very blessed day today,
Sherri
(Reminder: We probably won't receive an update until this evening since Troy is working)
If anyone is having difficulty posting a comment, please feel free to email what you'd like to say to my email account at kofmministry@gmail.com and I will be happy to post it here on the blog for you.
** Please try to use the "comments" feature at the bottom of the posts first, but if it just won't work please go ahead and send me an email so I can help out.** : )
Have a very blessed day today,
Sherri
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