A roller coaster ride

Laurie here.

Mary called and said that Jennifer is hanging in there.

The dialysis did not go very well today. Jennifer’s blood pressure dropped as they were removing the fluid, so they had to give some fluid back to her. The net result was about even.

The x-rays, however, looked a little better today. The doctors are considering putting her back on the regular ventilator.

The third surfactant treatment was performed at 7:30 this morning. The doctors have told Tim and Mary that the next couple of weeks will be like a roller coaster, with some days being good and some not so good.

Please continue to pray for the complete healing of Jennifer’s lungs and that she be very comfortable throughout this process. Pray for peace, strength and endurance for the entire family as they continue fighting this terrible battle.

Thank you again for your continued support and expressions of love for Jennifer and her family. They read the guestbook entries regularly and are encouraged by the barrage of prayers being lifted up on Jennifer’s behalf.

Lovingly,
Laurie Randel

note: the above entry is a copy originally posted on our ‘Caring Bridge’ website.