Kickas.org Forums Ankylosing Spondylitis General Discussion #1 AS Web Support Group Please Help Pray for member "DanInDC"

Rick, thanks again for the update. Let him know this weekend that we're thinking of him and keep us posted even if it's minor updates.

Ian




Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy. --Benjamin Franklin

Rick,

Have a good trip!

David

IBD=It's Been Dreadful

Hi Rick, thanks for letting us know. It is heartening to hear that Dan is trying to smile and open his eyes. Would you please print off this thread and take it with you to the hospital when you see Rick? Other of our members have found that to be bolstering when they've been in the hospital fighting the fight.

Thanks so much and many hugs to all of you,

Kat



"A life lived in fear is a life half lived." - Strictly Ballroom

I'm printing this out now. Heading over tonight to see Dan and will take it with.

No significant changes in Dan's condition this week. I should know more after I return on Manday.

Good luck, Rick. Will check back on Monday.

Ian




Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy. --Benjamin Franklin

Hi
Good luck, i wish with all my heart things are gonna start to improve.
I am thinkin of u all
Best Wishes
Heather

So sorry to hear this news! I had the pleasure of meeting Dan in person at the 2002 KA party in New Jersey, a very empathetic and warm human being. Thoughts and prayers for Dan and for his family during this difficult time. Dan has been through a lot, and I hope and pray this is just one more hill to get over.

Cheryl


My guy

If you can't be kind, at least have the decency to be vague. Author Unknown

What a good trip I had. It was great to see Dan. Our other brother was there along with Dan's mom, sister and brother in-law. Unfortunately I missed all the fun they had on Friday since I didn’t arrive until late Friday night.

Dan is awake now, at times drifting in and out of sleep but he can also be very responsive. Friday the family was in the room with him catching up on old times while stimulating and interacting with Dan. They said Dan was very alert, eyes wide open and focusing on individuals in the room. At times he even seemed to attempt a smile when something funny was said. My brother said he was able to get Dan to squeeze his hand with good pressure and also grasp a picture of the three of us together. It sounded like a great day and I'm truly sorry I missed it.

By the time I got to see Dan on Saturday morning he had stepped back I little, I think all the action from Friday had worn him out. He's still battling some pneumonia and was not having the best day on Saturday. I think we all realize that there will be days like this, two steps forward and one step back. The important thing is that he continues to make progress. Still it was a good day and he clearly recognized that we were there with him.

Sunday morning my brother and I walked in to find Dan a lot more alert, approaching the alertness he had on Friday. His face had a lot more color and he just seemed a little more at ease. We got a partial thumbs-up from him a one point and tried to converse with or around him a much as possible. At one point his mom read some of the posts from this board, stating who wrote it and asking Dan to squeeze her hand if he remembered your names. He squeezed her hand every time. Unfortunately I had to say my good-byes later that day but I let Dan know I would be back in another week or so.

Again it was a great trip. Dan has a long way to go but is making progress. We’re expecting him to be moved out of the ICU to a rehabilitation center in Albuquerque early this week.

Rick

Thanks for the update.

Dan, we are so happy that you are doing better.

Will continue to pray for your recovery.





Betty

Hi Rick

What a wonderful update. Thank you.

Please let Dan know that he continues to be in our thoughts and prayers, and we are pulling for him.

If you want to PM me an address, I will get a card mailed out to him.

Have a great night.
Lori