Fergus is now at Ranken Jordan in St. Louis. We arrived yesterday afternoon and were greeted by a host of nurses, a doctor, and therapists. They checked him out and had me carry him (I was so happy to carry him) to a nursery shared with other babies. He will stay in there during this time. The room is almost completely opposite of where he has been - few mechanical noises, people milling around, laughing, playing, soft colors, stuffed animals everywhere, colorful blankets.
The constant stimulation of people has actually proven to be too much for him. They haven't been able to do much of anything for therapy because of his heartrate and blood pressure. When they are able to calm his heart, the therapy will begin. Already I noticed a difference this afternoon. They are adjusting his medications to take the edge off of his nerves so that he can begin to focus on learning.
One of the goals they will work towards is a removal of the trach and the g-tube (into his stomach).
I was given a tour yesterday of the whole building and was very impressed. I am so grateful that a place like this exists, let alone that Fergus can be there. With all of the loving care and attention that he receives there, I feel comfortable leaving him there for the night and waiting to be with him the next day. In many ways, the set up there works really well for me to spend time with our other children and then go and visit with Fergus. We are so relieved to be at place that is working on his recovery after a month of just trying to stabilize him.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
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Esther,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your updates about Fergus. I am a BSF friend of your mother and sister in VA and am so lucky to know such wonderful women of God. Although I have never met you, I pray for Fergus and your family every day and anxiously await your updates abaout his recovery. Our Lord is patient and merciful. He is the Great Physican. May he surround you with His love and wrap you in his arms. In Chirst, Charlene Lancaster
Matt and Esther,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that you are able to be at a better place for Fergus and able to be with the other kids. We think of you all constantly and pray for you everyday. Thanks for the updates. We miss you all. Cathy and David
Matt and Esther,
ReplyDeleteThank you, for sharing your story with us. Everyday, I, check the blog to see your updates. Know that we are praying for Fergus, and for you.
With love and prayers,
Heidi and Family
Dear Matt and Esther,
ReplyDeleteWe just want to let you know that you are not forgotten.
We are praying for your family everyday.
Lord, bring peace and strength to the Lockerby's and healing to Fergus!
Love you!
Jon, Shannon & Abby
Dear Matt and Esther,
ReplyDeleteI am close friends with your beautiful mom Christine who is my inspiration. I am praying with you for healing and strength. Your faith is bringing much glory to God. God is sovereign, able to do ALL things above and beyond what we can imagine. Ephesians 3:20...May He continually hold you up with His love and grace. He Holds you and little Fergus close to His heart and loves Him with a perfect love. He will never leave or abandon him or you.
With heartfelt compasssion and the deep love of Christ,
Linda Stames
Bristow, VA
Esther and Matt,
ReplyDeleteI honestly don't know what to say. My heart aches for you and your family. However, i am looking forward to watching God minister to all of you during this time and will definitely be praying for you. Thank you for having a blog. :-)
God's grace be over you.
love,
Christina R (BCOM Alumnus)
We are so excited to hear Fergus is now in a facility that will contribute more to his recovery. We know God has His hand on you all, and we want you to know we continue to pray for you. We will share this update on our prayer letter again.
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Malachi 4:2 Amplified Bible:
"The Sun of Righteousness shall arise
with healing in His wings and His beams,
and you shall go forth and gambol
like calves released from the stall
and leap for joy."
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If the pattern of life looks dark to you,
And the threads seem twisted and queer,
To the One Who is planning the whole design
It’s perfectly plain and clear . . .
For it’s all part of God’s loving plan,
When He works in His threads of gray,
And they’ll only make brighter
The rose and gold of another happier day.
-Anon.
From “Your Treasury of Inspiration”
Compiled by Eleanor L. Doan
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In Christ's love, Everett and Renie