Sunday, February 24, 2008

Update #5 from Linda

Steve has no damage to his arteries, which is great news since surgery in his condition would be dangerous. The plan now is to continue with the same treatment and stay optimistic that his brain will heal.

Yesterday we were watching him display symptoms that indicated he might die. We put it in Steve's hands...stay with us if you can, but we'll understand if you can't. Then, around 7pm, there was a positive sign that repeated itself every hour through the night when they checked his responses. We could hardly convince ourselves to be optimistic, but, as we mentioned earlier, the CT scan showed no further damage.

We want you to know how thankful we are for all of you and the prayers and positive thoughts that you are sending his way. I am convinced that he felt them and they helped give him strength to continue on. Please keep them coming! He needs you.

With thanks and love,
Linda

17 comments:

Anonymous said...

Linda,
I was very glad to read your latest up date, it is positive news.
The power of prayer is very powerful and if we could feel its vibration, I know this County would be rock'en.
Love to you all,
Sue Smith

Uncle Don said...

Linda, Rob, Beth, and Danielle,
Thank you for these updates. I know that the folks at church have been reading and praying for Steve, and everyone. I told my Priest this morning that I have never prayer so hard and often in my life. I will continue to pray for Steve, the Percha's, and the Perkin's families. I am blessed to be a part of them.
Peace,
Uncle Don

Anonymous said...

stay strong..i know my dad will watch over him and make sure he is okay.
Love, Amanda Spence

Anonymous said...

Linda, Rob, Beth, and Danielle,

Thank you for taking the time to give us all updates. Steve has certainly been in our thoughts and prayers over the last several days, and we will continue to pray for him and your family. It's still hard to believe everything that has happened, but knowing Steve, we remain optimistic that he will overcome the challenges ahead.

Sending our blessings,
Jason, Celina, and Jodi

Unknown said...

Thank you for the updates! Steve - you are in my thoughts and prayers! My heart is with your family ... know that God is watching over them so you can focus on healing.
Love, thoughts and prayers,
Gabriella

Karen said...

Dear Rob, Linda and Families,
I was so sorry to hear about Steve's accicent. know that you are in my thoughts and in the prayers of many. God watch over him and give you all strength during this difficult time. If there is anything I can do for you here in michigan please let me know or let denise know and she can tell me. Take care, Karen (Totten) Felcher

Anonymous said...

We are also thinking about Steve and the entire family. We keep checking for some good news, thanks for the updates. Love to all- Eric, Kellie, Colby, and Paige Dummer

Denise said...

Steve,
I'll keep praying, you keep healing. We are thrilled to hear there isn't any damage to your arteries. Let's get you healed and back to all those who love you. I would like to know, once they allow you to wake up, if you are enjoying "Moby Dick" that Beth is reading you.
May God give all of you strength to get through what has been sent your way.
Love,
The Sebastians

krod said...

Dear Percha Family,
I went to high school with Steve, and just want to say how sorry I was to hear about Steve's accident. I will be thinking of him and pulling for him every day. My heart goes out to all of you!
I live in Washington, DC, and if there is anything that any of you need I would be more than happy to help.
With love and hope,
Katie Rademacher
(248) 762-0831

Anonymous said...

The power of prayer is real. Steve & family, you are continually in Katie's and my prayers! Thanks for the updates. -Brian Wolak & Katie Watson

Anonymous said...

Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, especially Steve. We can't even begin to imagine what you all are going through. How devastating. It sure proves how precious life is. Stay strong Steve.
Lisa

Jerry Weichbrodt said...

All of us in the St. Aidan choir in Michigan are praying for you all and especially for Steve in his time of need. God bless you.

Jerry from the St. Aidan bass section

Ashley Talsma said...

I can't thank you enough for these updates. I can imagine that it's not easy, but I cannot even express how much it is appreciated. You are all in my prayers. Steve, I miss you! You can do this!!

Always,
Ashley

Anonymous said...

Percha Family,

Heard the news on Thursday and am devastated about Steve's situation,to say the least.

Please know that all of you are in my prayers and thoughts and I am here should you need anything from me.

With much hope,
Terry Kogowski

Anonymous said...

I can't thank you enough for these updates. I can imagine that it's not easy, but I cannot even express how much it is appreciated. You all are in my prayers. Steve, I miss you! You can do this!!

Always,
Ashley Talsma

Ginnie said...

Linda, Rob, and family
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Ginnie, Ryan, and Jeanette Uhley

Anonymous said...

Percha Family,
I can't tell you how many people are praying for Steve. Everyone we run into tells us what a great guy Steve is, and what a wonderful family you are. You should be proud!!Stay strong, Steve is showing great signs daily of improvement.
God bless your family,
The Hopper family