Hola from Mexico,
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Can't believe we have been here in Mexico for 2 months - what a journey it has been! I remembered how it felt when we first got here. There were so many different emotions going on. From nervousness to hopefulness, from scared to excited, for the road already traveled - to the road up ahead - it has been an amazing quest for Jessica! She is definitely the strongest person I know and I am so proud of how she has handled everything she has had to endure and so much more proud to be called her Mom - I have been truly blessed by God indeed!
Jessica is currently still having fevers and is on two antibiotics and an anti-fungal medication for the infections. She is still experiencing low blood pressures and the "static" vision is still plaguing her as well. She describes it as looking at a TV that is having a bad connection and all you see is the "static" on the screen. We are hopeful that, in time, her vision will be restored, that the infections will clear, the liver levels will stabilize, and that then we can resume the ketamine boosters that are so necessary for her treatment here in Mexico!
The following was written for Jessica by her 13 year old sister Michelle and was sent to her via the blog:
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Hi Jessica, it is Michelle, I just wanted to say hi and that I miss you..I also wrote you a poem in creative writing...
JESSICA
My loving caring sister-
2 years old...
I couldn't say Jessica
I called her Wessie
She is pretty-
brown hair
green eyes
a bright smile
a warm heart
She sometimes gets on my nerves
the BIG sister
getting attention
born first
the favorite
She is my best friend
hide and seek
board games
I love her because...
she is my sister! - What a lovely poem to mark this 2 - month anniversary here in Mexico. I must say that we, as a family, could never have imagined taking a journey like this! Who would have ever thought that we would have to travel to Mexico for an experimental ketamine coma study to try and rid Jessica of the horrible burning pain that is associated with RSD! The doctors, especially Drs. Cantu, Kirkpatrick, & Schwartzman, who have devoted their lives towards this illness, and the people of Monterrey, have been so amazing! We are forever grateful to them for giving us this chance at a life for Jessica and all the other coma patients as well! We are determined, even with all the setbacks, to remain on the path to wellness, that God has laid out for us! Stay well and remember - Never Give Up!!!
With love,
Sarah Gina
(Jessica's Mom)
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Michelle,...... That was such a sweet poem for your big sis!
ReplyDeleteJessica, I hope today finds you free from fevers and pain. I will pray extra hard for you! Crystal Ulmer
Michelle, What deep love radiates from your poem. You are so gifted...and beautiful! I'm sure Molly is so happy to have you taking care of her while Jessica and Mommy are away getting well again!
ReplyDeleteCathy, Happy Birthday from Devon's Hall Exercise Buddy...Nancy
Sarah Gina, Our Lord has a special name for people like you-"ANGEL of Love". Your words empower me to stay strong in my belief.
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Jessica, I have you in my Thoughts and Prayers.
ReplyDeleteI have shown everyone I can about you. The more Prayers the better...
God Bless You and your wonderful Family,
Felix {Also RSD Patient}
Hi Jessica and Gina, How amazing it is that you have been there two months! So much has happened in that time. It is like you are in a car and God is the driver. He is taking you on a trip where only He knows the road. He is taking you up steep mountain roads and into dark valleys and around some hairpin turns. Keep hanging on! You know with your heart and soul that God knows the road and will keep you safe. Yours is the kind of faith that moves mountains and invites miracles. We who are praying for you and your whole family are amazed at the mountains that have already moved and, encouraged, want to help to move more in whatever small way we can. You are in our hearts and thoughts always. Hang in there!! Love always, Angel
ReplyDeleteSaratoga has you on the prayer list.
ReplyDeleteLinda
Luke 18:1
ReplyDelete1Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.
With love & prayers,
The Turners
dear sarah'
ReplyDeletei miss and love u very much you are my best friend and i pray for you and jessica every day and i miss you everyday and i hope you have some luck i know it is not an easy journey and i miss and love you both very much!!
hugs and kisses,
Paulette
Sarah and Jessica, thank you, thank you for making my birthday here in Monterrey special. I love the silver heart earrings, a memento of you both and our friendship born of our unique circumstances at San Jose Tec Hospital. Also, for helping Devon commemorate her Mom's birthday by finding fabulous fresh water pear earrings and bracelet from the gift shop downstairs. Lastly, for my book and scrumptious Chinese food for the birthday dinner!!
ReplyDeleteLove, Cathy and Devon