So, here’s a quick update on how Amy’s doing. Hard to believe its been almost a month since this happened. Feels like we’re outside of time right now. Anyway….back to Amy. So, we were very glad to get into the Neurologist down in Sacramento today. We spent about half an hour with him and got good information.
One pretty significant piece that we somehow missed amongst the chaos in the hospital was that Amy didn’t have two arterial dissections…she had THREE! In three DIFFERENT arteries. One in her left carotid, and then one in each of her Vertebrals. The third one was much smaller, but was a dissection nevertheless. The doctor said that Amy’s case came up at a recent Neuro Conference. She’s a celebrity…and didn’t even get a chance to sign autographs!
Other than that piece, there wasn’t a lot of new information today. They want to wait until her next MRI/MRA in September to make any real significant decisions about what the long term future holds. Until then, they want her to stay the course - which at this point means limited activity, no driving, and no real lifting of even semi heavy or awkward objects…including putting Addie down in her crib or even bouncing her for that matter. Our prayer is that when they do the MRI, they will find the clots dissipating/healing/disappearing.
With the exception of a few days, she’s been on top of her pain and nausea. She has vomited a couple of times, but it was truly the most graceful episode of vomiting I’ve ever seen…and so it didn’t cause any more damage. Her walks are getting longer (past the mail box that is 
), and her overall demeanor is getting better every day. Still a long road ahead of us, but we’re moving in the right direction.
On a side note; it should be a standardized rule that kids are not allowed to be sick while mommy’s down! Our boys have pretty much taken turns being sick…back and forth…for the past 8 days (including little Addie). Daddy’s…even on our best days…are a far cry from mommy when your sick. Thank God for Nanna’s…
Wonderful miraculous news. We are continuing to pray for you all. Give Ames a big but gentle hug for all of us! We’re right down the road if you need anything at all!
We’re so thankful for good news, and praying for (1) good MRI, and (2) healthy babies - and daddy, too! Love you guys!
Stessa
Shawn - Thanks for all the updates. We are happy to hear that she is doing better every day.
We are so thankful for Amy’s healing. Our God is amazing! We love you and will keep praying!
Shawn- Many blessings to you and your family in this time of need. I hope your wife continues to get better through time.
Shawn and Amy, we are continuing to lift you in prayer daily as well as the rest of the family.
so happy to hear of the progress being made. Amy we miss you so very much. Hugs and love to all, if you need anything we are just a phone call away.
Thanks for the update, Shawn!!! Blessings to you, Amy, and the munchkins!!! Still praying for your whole family. Praying healing for Amy, health for the munchkins, and strength and the peace and rest of the Lord for you.
I’m praying for Amy and your precious family. Hang on Shawn! Jesus is right in the middle of this trial. God will cause all of this to work together for good, for all of you! Hang on to the promises of God. ABOEK
Thanks for the update on Amy. We will adjust our prayers accordingly.
So happy to hear that Amy is getting better each day! Still praying for all of you!
So glad to hear the good news. Praying for complete recovery. Love to you my friend and to Amy. Please kiss her fess for me.
Love, MIs
I am so glad to hear she is getting better, I don’t mind how long it takes, just as long as she is getting better!!! Still praying, and I am a great babysitter!! You both are so very blessed to have each other. If you need anything, just call. I would love to come and visit!!! NOT THAT I AM INVITING MYSELF OR ANYTHING… (HINT HINT) Just kidding, if you ever want to chat, I am here, for both of you!! Love you guys!