October 24, 2009

Hello. What a busy week! Erik's surgery went well on Wednesday and we were able to take him home the same day. He rested well but was retaining fluid the next morning. About mid-day Thursday, he began to feel better and we were relieved. He has continued to improve as the week has passed and we seem to be settling down to a routine. We are planning on keeping him home this week since the flu appears to be running rapid around here. No need to take any chances! We have multiple follow-up appointments this week but will send an update when we can. Please continue to keep Erik and our family in your prayers. In His name, Erik's Family

October 15, 2009 - VNS Placement Scheduled!

Hello Everyone! This has been an exciting week. We met with Erik's neurosurgeon on Monday and have decided to proceed with the Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS) for Erik. We are really excited about the possible benefits of this for Erik. Surgery is scheduled for Wednesday - October 21st. Please keep us in your prayers as we head down this path. We will send out an update next week. Love in Christ, Erik's Family

October 7, 2009

Hello All. Just a quick update on Mr. Erik. He is doing well these days. We are changing medications which initially caused him to be sleepier than normal. This week he seems to have adjusted somewhat and is appearing more alert. GOOD NEWS - Erik received a new wheelchair! It is larger than the last one and he seems much more comfortable in this version. The seat actually will move/rock allowing him to sooth himself and move around more. We are adjusting to managing a larger wheelchair but so far . . . so good! Monday (October 12) we visit the neurosurgeon to discuss placement of the VNS. Amazing how God works . . . just this week I received an email from Erik's nurse in Charlotte. Guess what? She is working with a patient who has a VNS and is experiencing success with seizure reduction. What are the chances of that? We will update you when we have more news but keep Erik and the family in your prayers. Love in Christ, Erik's Family