This is day 30 since Taylor's accident. He continues to be referred to by some of the Nurses as the "miracle kid". Having no personal experience with a situation like this, we depend on the medical staff to guide us. Many of them have told us that his recovery is nothing short of a miracle. We know they are not telling us that just to give us some false sense of hope. They tell us because it's true.
The progress he's made since he opened his eyes on March 11th IS miraculous. We've gone from getting excited because held up a finger to now watching him smile, scratch his head and spell out "morphine". Taylor is firing on all 8 cylinders, but there is what we believe to be a temporary disconnect between mind and muscle. We expect therapy to fix all of that.
Part of the problem is that he's been in bed for a month. That has zapped a lot of energy and a lot of muscle mass. Today, we hope to get him up and in a wheelchair for a little spin around the place. Not only will it help strengthen muscles, but he needs a change of scenery. Don't let up on the prayers. Taylor has a long way to go yet. God saved Taylor, and continues to bless him with the healing we've seen. But, his help is needed in getting Taylor through the tough times to come.
LAKELAND POLICE OFFICER PAT GUITY
When we were talking to Taylor's Neurosurgeon about some of the fateful things that have happened to make Taylor's survival certain, he told us of yet another bit of fate that worked in Taylor's favor. (Of course, it may not have been fate after all....there may have been a higher influence)
On Black Tuesday when the Doctor was notified that Taylor had suddenly developed a problem with the pressure, the Doctor headed from his home to the hospital to perform surgery. As he neared Lakeland High School, he got stuck in a traffic jam caused by an accident. On that area of road, there is no way to turn around, and no side streets to take. He called the hospital to check on Taylor and to tell them that if couldn't soon get moving, surgery may have to be performed bedside.
The Doctor saw an ambulance approach from the rear, so decided to take a chance and follow the ambulance on the side of the road. After the ambulance stopped, the Doctor safely passed the accident scene. Lakeland Police Officer Pat Guity stopped the Doctor to find out why he had followed the ambulance. When he heard the story, he sent the Doctor on his way. Some police officers would have been suspicious and caused an unnecessary delay by calling to verify his story. And, I'm sure there are a fair number who would have issued him a citation.
But, Officer Guity didn't do that. His intuition that the Doctor was not using some ruse to avoid a ticket helped the Doctor to get to Taylor faster. It's the kind of quick, smart decision that may have helped save Taylor's life.
Needless to say, Officer Pat Guity is on our long list of people to thank.
The progress he's made since he opened his eyes on March 11th IS miraculous. We've gone from getting excited because held up a finger to now watching him smile, scratch his head and spell out "morphine". Taylor is firing on all 8 cylinders, but there is what we believe to be a temporary disconnect between mind and muscle. We expect therapy to fix all of that.
Part of the problem is that he's been in bed for a month. That has zapped a lot of energy and a lot of muscle mass. Today, we hope to get him up and in a wheelchair for a little spin around the place. Not only will it help strengthen muscles, but he needs a change of scenery. Don't let up on the prayers. Taylor has a long way to go yet. God saved Taylor, and continues to bless him with the healing we've seen. But, his help is needed in getting Taylor through the tough times to come.
LAKELAND POLICE OFFICER PAT GUITY
When we were talking to Taylor's Neurosurgeon about some of the fateful things that have happened to make Taylor's survival certain, he told us of yet another bit of fate that worked in Taylor's favor. (Of course, it may not have been fate after all....there may have been a higher influence)
On Black Tuesday when the Doctor was notified that Taylor had suddenly developed a problem with the pressure, the Doctor headed from his home to the hospital to perform surgery. As he neared Lakeland High School, he got stuck in a traffic jam caused by an accident. On that area of road, there is no way to turn around, and no side streets to take. He called the hospital to check on Taylor and to tell them that if couldn't soon get moving, surgery may have to be performed bedside.
The Doctor saw an ambulance approach from the rear, so decided to take a chance and follow the ambulance on the side of the road. After the ambulance stopped, the Doctor safely passed the accident scene. Lakeland Police Officer Pat Guity stopped the Doctor to find out why he had followed the ambulance. When he heard the story, he sent the Doctor on his way. Some police officers would have been suspicious and caused an unnecessary delay by calling to verify his story. And, I'm sure there are a fair number who would have issued him a citation.
But, Officer Guity didn't do that. His intuition that the Doctor was not using some ruse to avoid a ticket helped the Doctor to get to Taylor faster. It's the kind of quick, smart decision that may have helped save Taylor's life.
Needless to say, Officer Pat Guity is on our long list of people to thank.
Lucky, Taylor and Suzie
4:20pm
Taylor took a trip outside today. He was only able to last about 15 minutes, but he enjoyed the time outside he had. His friends, JP and Lucky, spent most of the day with him and were really encouraging. We think he really gets tired of us sometimes, so getting encouragement from friends does help a lot.
This afternoon, he is to get a new feeding tube. Between that and his trip today, he'll likely go to sleep early tonight.
This afternoon, he is to get a new feeding tube. Between that and his trip today, he'll likely go to sleep early tonight.
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