So Jamie had a good restful night. He's warming up and should hit 98.6 degrees very soon. (and then hopefully he will not go over that!). As soon as he's warmed up, they'll do another scan to check for any change in his brain swelling. The 2am scan was the same as yesterday which is ok. The nurse told me that it could take a little time before the brain starts to move back.
He does have a clot in his right leg where he has the bad break of his femur. As soon as he's completely warmed up, they can hopefully take the 'cooling' machine off of him and get a filter in his leg to take care of that clot. That might be as soon as tomorrow. It's just a matter of prioritizing his injuries and we have to save his brain first because it controls everything else.
His nurses are so wonderful and they just love Jamie. His nurse this morning told me it was easy to care for him because she has her whole heart into it and he's just 'awesome'.
His color looks real good too--he's pink again! They've taken his bandage off where he had his surgery and his head looks amazing. We couldn't believe it. There's even hair already starting to grow back. He's got a really cool punk-rock hairdo going right now with half of his head shaved. We think he'd like it. He is still waking up on his sedation breaks and squeezing the nurses hand and giving her a thumbs up.
The support and well wishes are very much appreciated. We also love all of the comments that you leave-it's uplifting to see how many people are pulling for Jamie. We can feel the power of prayer and just thank you all so much. Please keep praying--he's still very critical and fragile but he's fighting hard.
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"The Lord gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." Isaiah 40:29
How fitting! This is my prayer that our Lord give his strength and peace to Mike, Brenda, Sarah, and Marc and his healing power to Jamie. Love to all, m
To the entire Soltys and Dugger families - You all have some mighty powerful guardian angels watching over you. Your earthly angels are here for you and stand ready to do whatever might be needed. You are constantly being lifted up. John Crowell
So glad to hear that Jamie is doing better, and I can't wait to hear the results of his next scan.
Jamie will be thrilled to hear how much the nurses like him. When he checked in on Sunday, he got the chance to meet several of them, and I think the feeling is mutual!
Reading the updates is wonderful because it gives me the chance to keep up with Jamie. My family is keeping up with Jamie's progress too, and they send their prayers and well wishes.
Sarah it's Dana from CM, if you need anything please call me 704 364 0140, anything with the house, the kids, just ask.
I'm praying for you and your family.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I couldn't believe the news when mom told me. I'm sure Jamie will continue to improve. Thanks for all the updates.
-Will Sherrill
How wonderful! We will take every bit of good news! Our thoughts and prayers remain with you Jamie.
Jane and Jack
Sarah, Mike and Brenda: It's Bobbye, Stacey's Mom. Ray and I are praying for Jamie and all your family every day. I will add a prayer request at our church in Charleston tomorrow.
Sarah, Your Thursday playgroup moms are praying for your family and especially for your beloved brother, Jamie. We are here if you need us!
-Thursday Moms
We have Jamie and his family on our prayer lists in Elizabeth City in northeastern NC. Our daughter, Deanna Bliss Alexander-Smith is keeping us posted with his progress plus we are staying in tune with his web site. Prayer can be powerful!!! The Alexanders
Sarah and family-I'm thinking of you often and praying for God's healing for Jamie everyday. Thank you for sharing these updates. Sarah, your strength and love of your family has always been and continues to be inspiring. L, S
Jamie, you are in the hands of the most High God. . . I hope he is speaking with you and keeping you company while we are all surrounding you with prayers and hopes. Most good things take time, so hang in there friend! To the family, you are my heroes for your strength and dependence upon your Maker. I hope to surround my future children with a family such as yours. Godspeed!
Kristan Lovelace, Raleigh NC
Mike, Brenda, and Sarah,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you around the clock since I heard about Jamie's accident. May you find comfort in knowing that you have many friends who love you. I am praying for Jamie's recovery and for your strength. Stacey
Oh Sarah ... what great news to know he is squeezing the nurse's hand! Still praying hard for you and holding you close in my heart. Please let me know if there is anything we can do.
Love and prayers, Nibal et al
What a wonderful end of our day to read Sarah's latest posting.
Mom R said that tonight when she was putting the boys into bed they told her they had to pray for Uncle Jamie first. Somehow I feel particularly comforted by little children praying for him. Little children seem nearer to God in some way. After all, weren't they just sent to us from heaven?
Still praying, still thankful,
M
Thank you for the fantastic update! We pray for Jamie every time we close our eyes, and even when they're open! Please continue to let us know how he is doing. Our love and prayers continue for him and his family...
So glad to hear of the progress he is making. Still praying hard and often!
Bickie Central CM
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