Tom Posted August 17, 2011 Share #301 Posted August 17, 2011 Being I am on the road this week I havnt been able to post but have read all the news. My Mom has 2 prayers groups praying for his recovery and for the family. Our family here is doing a great deal of praying and I think it's working. Prayers will continue, David is a wonderful person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunkylump Posted August 17, 2011 Share #302 Posted August 17, 2011 Just got off the phone with Monkey Boy and we have some more good news. After lunch today they started to wean David off the pain meds, probably to start to get him to be more awake as pain has a tendency to wake you up. He is sleeping on his own though, so the sedation is wearing off which is what they want. The swelling is continuing to go down on his brain. He is understanding what is being asked of him, they asked for a thumbs up and he gave them half a one. Same thing when asked for a peace sign, half of one, he's obviously still weak. When they wipe him off he is squinting his eyes, probably from pain, but his motor skills are there and working. They have him on low doses of pain meds right now. Kathy mentioned that his face is starting to come back to normal as the swelling is starting to go down. Later in this afternoon after one of his sleeping spells he woke back up and tried to grab the tubes and pull them out of his mouth. Feisty bugger he is, he also looked directly at Kathy and Shannon, they waved at him and he waved back, so he recognizes them. This is great news as hopefully he doesn't have any amnesia. I am cautiously optimistic and hope that he continues to make strides in a positive direction. Keep in mind he is no where's near where he needs to be, but seems to be improving by the day. If our power in numbers prayers are working then lets keep it up. I am very excited about this and my only wish is to get him where he can have some visitors and go and see him [/quote OUR GOOD FRIEND DAVID IS GOING TO "SLAY HIS GOLIATH". With the strength that David has inside, and with the efforts of his family and friends, he will do it! Carry on my friend, get stronger each and every day. We're all pulling for you. gunk:bighug: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trioak01 Posted August 17, 2011 Share #303 Posted August 17, 2011 Glad to see all the good news. Prayers still be sent out. Sounds like Ponch is a strong man and has a ton of friends for support. Kirk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted August 17, 2011 Share #304 Posted August 17, 2011 Kathy and Shannon stopped by the shop 5 minutes ago and gave some more encouraging news. David is completely off sedation now, but still has the ventilator installed, 1 step at a time. He is still responding to various forms of stimuli, matter of fact Kathy gave us an up close rendition of how they wake David on Monkey Boy. Lets just say that it's a very agressive process and we laughed like hell when she "Attacked" him beat on his chest as she claims the RN's have been with Ponch His body is healing, and thats going to be the slow process. The swelling has dramatically gone down. Ponch has folded both his arms in front of him across his chest so his range of motion is improving. There is a great hope from many of us that one of the nurses asks him to pull their finger! I'm sure he will supply the "Fragrance" quite gleefully. Now is the time when things will start to slow down. The initial strides have been very promising and there is hope that perhaps his eye isn't as bad as feared and he may possibly still be able to keep his sight in that right eye. They are hoping that by this weekend they will pull the tube out of his skull thats been monitoring the pressure on his brain. That has been showing more normal readings on his brain. Kathy and Shannon are VERY appreciative for all the thoughts and prayers. I too am very humbled by all of our members here that have sent good vibes and prayers to God. This is not the time to let up, there is a long road ahead and even though these initial days are a good step, they are no where's near the steps that have to be completed. Thank you all again for your efforts and passing the word. There are so many thousand of people praying for David, kind of gives me a little more faith in humainty....more as I know it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted August 17, 2011 Share #305 Posted August 17, 2011 Well hopefully they will take that ventilator out so he can tell those durn RN's to "KNOCK IT OFF!" LOL Penny and I are continuing to pray for Ponch, kathy and Shannon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dray Posted August 17, 2011 Share #306 Posted August 17, 2011 prayer works! we will keep the prayers comming Dray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sylvester Posted August 17, 2011 Share #307 Posted August 17, 2011 Hopefully he will soon want a computer to converse with all his friends here and elsewhere. Rock on Ponch! I am still praying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeperhawks Mechanic Posted August 17, 2011 Share #308 Posted August 17, 2011 What wonderful news to hear! :bighug:Prayers continuing strong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerCPO Posted August 17, 2011 Share #309 Posted August 17, 2011 Keep it up Ponch!!!!!! Boomer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetnothing Posted August 17, 2011 Author Share #310 Posted August 17, 2011 A baby step each day, and he will be there soon!! Well maybe before he turns old and gray....well, maybe soon! We will continue to keep him in our thaughts and prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pakidaho Posted August 17, 2011 Share #311 Posted August 17, 2011 Has there been any more discussion about this, and if so, any conclusions? We would like to help. Erv and Teri Have never met him, but tragic nonetheless. Thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. On another note in terms of help, even with good insurance, 30 days minimum in the hospital, out of work and rehab after, their out of pocket will be huge. Can we set up a fund for donations and who here usually manages that? Someone close in Houston would be ideal. If Ponch has a paypal addy, using that would be another option I suppose. No matter how you slice it ( please no one take offense) prayers wont pay the bills. All the best and speedy recovery for him and his family. Derrek RSTDdog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted August 17, 2011 Share #312 Posted August 17, 2011 Has there been any more discussion about this, and if so, any conclusions? We would like to help. Erv and Teri We'll cross that road if it comes to that, David has insurance and short term disability...no worries right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iowawegian Posted August 17, 2011 Share #313 Posted August 17, 2011 Haven't been able to be on the site for a couple weeks...........Lil Bit, please know that you and Ponch are in our thoughts and prayers....Haven't seen you since Cody a couple yrs ago, but have thought about you both many times. Glad to see as I started reading the threads, that things are looking better for him as time goes by. Also glad to see so many of our family members here reaching out to you! Deb & Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted August 17, 2011 Share #314 Posted August 17, 2011 I'm leaving to goto Vogel which is 30 minutes from my home. I'll update everyone there w ith the latest good news about the improvements David has made. And make sure you give Kathy and Shannon at least 100 hugs from all of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kantornado Posted August 17, 2011 Share #315 Posted August 17, 2011 Thank you Brad for keeping us updated. I know David has a long way to go to recovery. But with the good friends he has and the love of family and prayers he will come through this. Again THANK YOU for keeping us updated............Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley9187 Posted August 18, 2011 Share #316 Posted August 18, 2011 I am very glad that things are moving along so well with Ponch. I know what its like to be on a vent. and having a machine breath for you. It will come out "Oh what a re-leaf it is" Rick A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckShot Posted August 18, 2011 Share #317 Posted August 18, 2011 So glad Ponch is making some improvements. The RN's better watch out when he's doing even better. The little I know him, he will give them some grief (all in fun of course). Prayers still being sent and thoughts are with him and family. Gil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fladiver40 Posted August 18, 2011 Share #318 Posted August 18, 2011 Still prayin and hoping for the best... So far this has made me once again to rethink which helmet to wear. Its a shameful thought that it takes something like this to wake some of us up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Butler Posted August 18, 2011 Share #319 Posted August 18, 2011 Hey Brad, You mentioned earlier that Ponch was going to loose some teeth, but you hadn't said anything about it recently. This basic accident happened to a good friend of mine several years ago where he ate a radar detector mount (through a 3/4 helment) and busted a few teeth up. This was around Christmas time so Linda and I went out to a truck stop and picked out a new set of teeth for him as our gift. This made me think that Ponch could benefit from this same gift. So, I found the following link that you might pass onto Kathy and see if there are any sets she might be interested in picking up for David: http://www.thegadgetshop.co.za/products.php?prod_sec_id=166 Keep up the good work, Rick Kathy and Shannon stopped by the shop 5 minutes ago and gave some more encouraging news. David is completely off sedation now, but still has the ventilator installed, 1 step at a time. He is still responding to various forms of stimuli, matter of fact Kathy gave us an up close rendition of how they wake David on Monkey Boy. Lets just say that it's a very agressive process and we laughed like hell when she "Attacked" him beat on his chest as she claims the RN's have been with Ponch His body is healing, and thats going to be the slow process. The swelling has dramatically gone down. Ponch has folded both his arms in front of him across his chest so his range of motion is improving. There is a great hope from many of us that one of the nurses asks him to pull their finger! I'm sure he will supply the "Fragrance" quite gleefully. Now is the time when things will start to slow down. The initial strides have been very promising and there is hope that perhaps his eye isn't as bad as feared and he may possibly still be able to keep his sight in that right eye. They are hoping that by this weekend they will pull the tube out of his skull thats been monitoring the pressure on his brain. That has been showing more normal readings on his brain. Kathy and Shannon are VERY appreciative for all the thoughts and prayers. I too am very humbled by all of our members here that have sent good vibes and prayers to God. This is not the time to let up, there is a long road ahead and even though these initial days are a good step, they are no where's near the steps that have to be completed. Thank you all again for your efforts and passing the word. There are so many thousand of people praying for David, kind of gives me a little more faith in humainty....more as I know it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandpagak Posted August 18, 2011 Share #320 Posted August 18, 2011 still sending prayers their :smile11:way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman Posted August 18, 2011 Share #321 Posted August 18, 2011 I have been out of town and just read this. Prayers sent and keep up the good work David, your family (VR.ORG) loves you man! Carl and Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trader Posted August 18, 2011 Share #322 Posted August 18, 2011 Anything new with Ponch? Still in our thoughts ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted August 18, 2011 Share #323 Posted August 18, 2011 No news today, so that can be a good thing as now it's going to take time for David to get some strength back. I will probably call Kathy and see if there has been anything significant, but it's more than likely going to taper down for a while. Keep David in your thoughts and as soon as I have any news I will absolutely let you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sylvester Posted August 18, 2011 Share #324 Posted August 18, 2011 Thanks, Squidley. I still keep up the prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryana7769 Posted August 19, 2011 Share #325 Posted August 19, 2011 Thanks again for all the updates. Prayers continuing here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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