Monday, December 27, 2010

a call for prayer...

I recieved this email from a friend of mine in town last week. Her son was injured on dec 17th. They are not sure what happened to him there has been speculation that he had been attacked by someone with a baseball bat, but they really arent sure and there was no one around to tell them what happen. he may have fallen down a flight of stairs. I asked Dawn if she would like me to ask my online friends to pray and she said yes because she knows that is what is working so far. So far he has beaten a lot of the odds. She asked that now we concentrate on praying that he would wake up as he has been in a coma since the friday the 17th. Please keep them in your prayers. and I will post her updates this is the first email that she sent..

"Our son, Scott Marciszewski (age 24) was in a tragic accident on Friday, December 17th.He has a massive head injury and is in the Trauma ICU unit at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. He was not expected to make it, though at this time he has defied all of the doctors. His current condition: CriticalHis organs are all functioning and he is now moving his left arm and leg. His eyes are reactive to light- both equally. They tell us these are all positive signs, but he still needs to wake up. At this time we are asking for everyone to Pray for Scott! The next 7-14 days will be critical for him.Visiting hours are very limited, and I am very selfish with my time with him. I just can't seem to leave his side when we are allowed to see him. We are only allowed to be with him for 3 1/2 hours every day. He has many great friends and as you all know is a great kid. I will try to update everyone when I can."

There have been several other emails since then, but the following is her most recent from this tonight:

"Scott- Monday December 27, 2010:12:00
Noon: Gary and I visited Scott and received the results of the CT Scan done last night. The doctor wrote that the CT Scan shows improvement. I was SO happy to hear that news. Scott also has been on antibiotics for an infection in his lungs, so his white count has been up. Today, that came down significantly. His blood sugar has been consistently excellent, so they have reduced doing that test to every 2 hours from every hour. They also removed all but one of the drains from his head. He is doing just great with everything and his pressure in his brain is just fine. Every day has been good news so far so I know that all of the prayers are working to heal this great young man.
5:00 PM: This visit Scott is moving his left arm practically all the time. He doesn't like what is in his throat and often reaches for it. He holds my hand with a firm grip, and is moving his right arm every so slightly. He continues to move his eyes and blink, though his eyes have not yet opened. We continue to wait for him to heal, and will wait as long as necessary for him to wake up. He has made such progress, and I am so happy with him and feel so relieved that he is doing so well. Today is Day 9, so hopefully by the New Year we will see those beautiful blue eyes. Dawn"

Thanks girls for your prayers.. I know they will be appreciated by the family and I will keep you updated on his progress.

22 comments:

Unknown said...

Vivian, I am heartily sorry to hear about your friend's son. Please add prayers from Ohio. Elizabeth

Cindy said...

Viv I will put him on the top of my prayer list. Keep us posted.

Cindy from Rick-Rack and Gingham

Kai said...

Scott will be at the very top of my list, Viv! Thank you for telling all of us! No matter what our beliefs, we can all join our good thoughts & well-wishes in one way or the other. Surely, such an outpouring of love will be heard! I will keep checking back for updates! Love you!

Jane said...

Praying for Scott in Florida.
Jane-Jacksonville

Samantha said...

I'll be praying too.

Enchanted Hollow Designs said...

Vivian,
I am praying hard for Scott and his family. What a terrible thing and right at Christmas, too. I really feel for them.
I am sending them my love and prayers for Scott's recovery as well as prayers for strength for his family.
All my love,
Cindy

ArtzeeChris said...
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ArtzeeChris said...

Will be saying prayers for Scott from Baltimore, Maryland. In this season of miracles, I will be praying that this family receives their miracle.

Chris

A Still Verdictless Life said...

Hi Viv,
I stumbled unto your page through LJ.
I will pray for Scott and for his family, and hope that he will be allright.

Lisa said...

Keeping Scott and his family in my prayers.

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

It sounds like God is answering prayers and I've added mine! God is so Great!
Warmly,
deb :)

ImagiMeri said...

Dear Viv,

He's absolutely in my prayers, as is everyone involved.

Loving thoughts,
Meri

Linda Ruthie said...

My prayers and thoughts are with Scott and his family.

BucksCountyFolkArt said...

As prayers go up, blessings come down.

Heartfelt prayers for Scott and his family.

Jill

Cindy said...

I am so sorry about your friend's son. We will be praying for him and his parents.

Terri said...

Prayers for a speedy recovery and prayers o the parents that are going through this!

Suz said...

I will certainly pray for him, Viv.
Suz

Pieceful Bits said...

Vivian,
Sorry to hear about your friend's son. Sending prayers his way for him and his family.
Hugs,
Julie

Priscilla said...

I am so sorry to hear about your friend's son. I just buried my mother today so I know about waiting in the ICU.
I will certainly be praying for this young man and also for his parents to remain strong and in prayer. I believe in the power of prayer. Another prayer goes out for him from Virginia Beach VA.

Nancy said...

Viv, Will pray right now for Scott. God works miracles and there is definitely power in prayer!
Thanks for letting us know this need.
XO Nancy

Debby said...

Prayers for Scott. So sad but sounds like things are improving. Please keep us informed.

*Linda Pinda* said...

Adding my heartfelt prayers, Viv.