Update from Steve, Saturday, November 15, 2008

Update from Steve - Saturday, 11/15/2008

Hi Family & Friends,

Just got off the phone with Marlene and she provides the following updates:

1. Melissa was discharged this afternoon from CHOC after a few days stay following her two surgeries. The bone for her skull was successfully placed back. However, she is still experiencing quite a bit of pain. The level of medication is being reduced but pray for her endurance and pain tolerance. The MIC-KEY* tube installation was completed but since her appetite is good, most of her food intake is now by mouth. However since Melissa doesn't like taking medicine, the tube can be used for that. Praise God.

2. At 4:00 p.m. this afternoon, Melissa was able to drink juice through a straw for the first time. This is encouraging.

3. Melissa complained her right leg was experiencing a little pain. Normally this would not sound good, but the fact that she realizes there is pain implies the brain is transmitting communication which was missing before. To clarify, there was sensation in the right leg before, but now the brain is transmitting signals.

4. The staff at CHOC calls Melissa the “miracle baby” based on she has been able to get through so far. Let's continue to thank God for His provision and protection over Melissa and the entire YU family.

Keep praying for Melissa's road to recovery. Next immediate goal is to be able to enjoy a 20 juicy piece of steak. When ready, I will provide the steak (for Melissa only!!). Melissa, please make it soon.

Thanks,

Steve