knit247 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 (edited) Mamas, Please pray for this little boy & his family. This family lived here when we first got here, and are now stationed in Hawaii. I didn't know them well, but they seemed to be the sweetest people and It just breaks my heart than any family have to go through this. I am posting this on FB, sending to my friends, and hoping some of you here will see this and pray. The little boy's name is Evan. Here is part of the email: "...about a day and a half ago now, Evan their second son (about 5 years) fell out of a second story window. He has suffered major brain damage. He has gone through surgery and it does not appear that he is going to make it. His condition was critical and has gotten worse. The doctors have done all they can do and cannot take any additional medical steps to reduce the swelling to the brain. He was on medication to bring his brain swelling down to a normal level and they for a time saw very limited brain activity. The medication had to be stopped as it would also stop his heart if he had too much. After quitting the medication the brain level rose dramatically above normal. Currently they are seeing no brain activity. His pupils are not responsive to light and the pressure on his brain continues to get worse (beyond the normal levels) and more than likely he is already gone. Within the next 12 hours the doctor will do the final tests to declare whether or not his is brain dead. However, they are seeing those levels now. He is on a respirator to keep him breathing." Thank you all... Edited March 24, 2011 by FindingLaurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tntgoodwin Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 This happened in my neighborhood. Evan is in Cubbies with my oldest daughter. :( :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayT Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 So very sad. Praying for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 How awful! Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knit247 Posted March 24, 2011 Author Share Posted March 24, 2011 This happened in my neighborhood. Evan is in Cubbies with my oldest daughter. :( :grouphug: I thought some of the people on this board might know them. Still praying here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patches Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying God's perfect comfort for all.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommamia Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 So sad. Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessed2fosteradopt Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I can't even begin to imagine. I will be praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 That is so heart rending. Several of our Hawaii friends are among their friends and neighbors and have mentioned this. Hug your kids. We really have no idea what tomorrow brings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying for Evan and his family and friends. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying. Our friends just left several years stationed in Hawaii (army chaplain) and may know them. I am passing the info on. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RecumbentHeart Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :crying: Praying for them. Hug your kids. We really have no idea what tomorrow brings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urban Girl Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Lord have mercy! Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Sending prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkacademy Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Sending prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alicia64 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :grouphug: Absolutely, I'm praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdeno Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :crying::grouphug: Praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy+2 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :grouphug:How very sad!! Praying here!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Oh my, how heartbreaking. Prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knit247 Posted March 24, 2011 Author Share Posted March 24, 2011 TY all so much. I haven't heard anything else but this poor family has been on my mind all day. I spoke with a friend of both mine and the mother's this afternoon and found out that the mother is pg with their 4th child, and is in her 1st trimester. This must be insanely hard on everyone and just breaks my heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 :( I will be praying. I cannot imagine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tntgoodwin Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Just got an email. Evan's heart is still beating, but it is basically over. Evan is in heaven, and his dad said there won't be any more updates from this point on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Just got an email. Evan's heart is still beating, but it is basically over. Evan is in heaven, and his dad said there won't be any more updates from this point on. Praying for their family, friends and neighbors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knit247 Posted March 24, 2011 Author Share Posted March 24, 2011 Just got an email. Evan's heart is still beating, but it is basically over. Evan is in heaven, and his dad said there won't be any more updates from this point on. TY for your update. I just can't imagine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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