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THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009 6:17 PM, MDT
Just got this baby up-and-running so here goes.
On Tuesday afternoon May 26th Terre was painting and fell off a 10-12' roof. Good friend and co-worker CJ Austin called 911 and after ER Doctor's assessment in Jackson, WY, Terre was flown to Eastern Idaho Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Immediately Doctor's operated and began implementin g a multitude of evaluative techniques and gadgetry. The level of attention being paid to Terre's condition was immediately impressive and comforting to Jill, family and friends.
We've also been encouraged by how closely Terre's condition has followed the original Doctors assessment. Every few hours are touch-and-g o though and Doctors are hesitant to make optimistic forcasts.
Wednesday was up and down but by wednesday afternoon Terre's condition seemed stable for what he had gone through.
Thursday Doctor's informed us that the next few days would be the scarriest as additional swelling from surgery and the injury presents dangers yet to be seen. Terre IS a fighter as we all know and today he not only wiggled his fingers, a good sign according to one of the staff, but he also tried to remove his breathing tube and tried to get out of bed at one point.
This was very encouraging news! So now he not only has moved arms, legs and fingers but also, for brief times, has possessed the cognizance to fight what makes him uncomfortable.
Thursday night the Doctors informed the family that, although those are good signs, the swelling continues to be a cause of great concern and is expected to worsen before it gets better. We are all still hopeful, prayerful and trying to stay focused on the positive energy that Terre has shared with all of us and send a whole lot back.
Doctor's hope to keep Terre asleep/seda ted through Sunday when more of his condition can be evaluated. This will also allow time for Terre's strength to aid in healing.
Terre, you are strong. Hang in there. We all love you!!!! XOKim Wynn
ReplyDeleteSorry anyone that tried to post a comment to this blog site earlier today and was not able to. I had to adjust the settings. We are new to "blogging" and are still learning. FYI, if you are new to this too, In the "Comment as:" choose anonymous. And remember to sign your name in the note.
ReplyDeleteKim and Poot: Thank you for getting this website up and running! This will be a great way for all of us to keep updated on Terre!
ReplyDeleteTerre: we are all rooting for you over here in Jackson! The boys are finishing the job today :)
Jill, we love you!!!!!!!
Come on Terre!!!! Pull through! Be strong! My heart and prayers are with you and your family!
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Thank you for setting this blog up so we can all keep informed on Terre's progress. There is a ton of positive thought and prayer coming from Colorado. Jill and Terre, the Hofnars love you very much. Jill I wish I lived closer so I could stop by and give you a big hug. Hang in there. Love and Peace, Jane
ReplyDeleteTerre Brooks is tougher than Chuck Norris. He is going to kick this situation. We love you Terre and Jill! Poot thanks for the Blog and the support you have given to Jill and the brooks family. I know he is like a brother!
ReplyDeleteTerre, I remember you saying something while I was in my coma last year about fighting like hell! Hearing you too pulled your ventilator tube out made my day! That's when my doctor's knew I was a hell of a lot tougher than what was going on in my body as well. I feel the same for you so keep 'em on thier toes there in the hospital and bring this thing full circle!
ReplyDeleteterre, jill, family and friends...you are all in our thoughts and prayers...keep on fighting! our hearts are with you, claudia and will hobbs
ReplyDeleteTerre - just wanted you kow know how much you are in my thoughts! You have a lot of people pulling for you! To Brent and the rest of the family sending you much love and strength!
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