2 Down!
April 21st, 2008
Well, Brayden just finished his second spinal injection. Man- it really tests a persons strength. Trying to draw the line between protective parents and the ability to let down your guard and let in the possibilities is so tough. I really thought it would be easier this time, but because it did not happen as it did last time, Momma kind of lost her cool. Last time, they gave him an injection to make him sleepy while Jason was holding him. He was asleep when the OR staff took him away and when they put in the IV. This time, they took off his clothes, laid him on a bed and wheeled him away- totally awake. We could hear him crying- I’m assuming while they were doing the IV. Momma was not a happy camper, and the staff in the OR knew about it! Of course none of them spoke English, but they knew we were not liking it one bit. I can’t imagine how he felt getting taken away from us and then jabbed with a needle by a bunch of strangers who can’t even comfort him in a language we understand. While we were waiting, some guy that works in the OR kept jabbering Chinese at us. When I asked our translator what he was saying, she just shook her head. It must have been not very nice. My fear of getting Kung-Fu’ed overtook my wanting to kick his butt. When he came out, he was at least a little bit awake. I could tell that he had been crying, so that was really upsetting. He is recovering from the anesthesia much quicker this time, so maybe it was better that he didn’t get that first injection. I hate it that we can’t explain all of this to him. He must think we are torturing him. I just hope that because of this journey, we will be able to explain it all to him and he will be able to understand every bit of it. We have to remember that four weeks is such a small time when you compare it to the rest of his life. Please pray that he doesn’t have a headache tomorrow and that we continue to see progress. Gotta go- Brayden is waking up! Love to all!
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1. Aunt TT | April 21st, 2008 at 9:18 pm
WOW!! Brayden is such a stud! When this is all over with, it will be worth every minute. You guys are already seeing more results than we did here at home. This has to be such an exciting time for you and Jason. Remember that prayers do wonders and Brayden has so many coming his way! Korbyn and I sit down and pray every night while he’s in the bath tub! We love you guys. Give my little ones kisses from Kansas. Aunt TT
2. K Hess | April 21st, 2008 at 9:29 pm
I wondered after reading the first blog about the trip to OR if that Burgan temper might come out. I know as a parent what you are going through can be heart wrenching at times, but Brayden knows how much you love him and I’m sure he knows you’ll take care of him. I’m thinking maybe when you come home you’ll want to leave all of your clothes there after reading what you wrote about the laundry. Butch said to tell you hi & we love you
3. Marta B | April 21st, 2008 at 9:51 pm
What awsome news. (My internet is dead at home so can’t reply or read unless at work). I know how hard it is to watch them leave with your child and you have no control and can’t ease his pain. You just keep remembering the good that is coming from this and that he won’t remember this pain when this trip is over. We can’t wait for you to get home. Gary misses the kids everyday. He doesn’t have any new Brylie stories to tell.
Can’t wait to see you all – Marta B.
4. Brandy Russell | April 21st, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Hey all! Our God is so awesome! Brayden and Brylie are both very lucky to have parents like you two! It is so awesome to read these blogs everyday and to know what prayers need to go up! Many are going up in the Russell house anyway! God will see you all through and it will be a wonderful outcome! Love to all of you!!!
Love, Brandy
Isaiah 41:10 Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.
5. Momma Sue | April 22nd, 2008 at 12:06 am
Jason and Lorie, I know this can not be easy for you, seeing Brayden going through the pain, but it will be worth it in the end. We love all of you and pray for you every day, You have already shown you amazing strenth , your everlasting love and commitment for Brayden just by making the decision to take this journey.
Love and Prayers
Mamma Sue and Papa Jerry
6. Tara | April 22nd, 2008 at 1:27 am
You guys are AWESOME parents!! Don’t ever doubt that you are not doing everything that you can for Brayden! I can’t even imagine what it’s like, but no matter what something great will come out of your trip! Keep up the good stories! You have everyone praying for you back home! Take care – Tara
7. Kitten Gilmore | April 22nd, 2008 at 3:40 am
Hi Lorie, Jason, Brayden, and Brylie,
I can’t believe it has been a whole week since we have had Brayden in our class! We sure do miss him! Please give him a hug and kiss from all of us. Brayden seeing the pen light is so awesome. The girls will be excited to hear about that tomorrow-today is inservice day. You are all in my prayers. I think about you all daily and pray for you daily. I’ll show the ladies the pics you emailed me.
Love,
Kim F “Miss Kim”
8. Lori Johnson | April 22nd, 2008 at 6:01 am
Hey Guys! All sorts of excitiment was running through the house as we were reading your blogs this morning! Reading your blog has become a part of our morning routine. We always look forward to the updates, and we usually manage to get in a few laughs! You guys have tremendous strength and a great attitude and we are all very proud of what you’re doing. We are all praying for continous improvements.
We love you all! Uncle Wade, Aunt Lori, Shayla, Kamryn and Avery
9. KIm Carpino | April 22nd, 2008 at 8:14 am
Lorie, You and your family are in my prayers. What an admirable thing you are doing for your son! Keep up the spirit and faith! Best wishes!
Kim Carpino
10. Leeanna and Jim Zook | April 22nd, 2008 at 9:42 am
Hope all is well!! Luv you guys and can’t wait to see all the progress Brayden has made and will continue to make!!
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