Little Piggies

No more LTAC. Britt isn't ready for the LTAC yet. The doctors from here at the ICU discussed things with the MD's at Promise, the LTAC in Salt Lake, and they decided that he isn't qualified. There isn't anything more they can do for him at the LATC that isnt already being done here, in the ICU. Since he has a peg, a trach, and is still in a coma...they wouldn't be able to do anything for him. SO, with that being said...we are back to figuring out what we can do for him next. The only problem is, the ICU isn't a long term care facility, so they are trying to figure out where to go with our boy, and still get the best treatment and care. We just really need him to open those eyes and wake up! If that were to happen, there is a chance we could put him in the Acute Rehab center here in St. George, which is a top facility in rehabilitation of this sort. So that would be awesome. He did, however, get approved for a SNF, which is like a care home. The insurance wants him there. But our neuro doctors said, no way...they're not sending him there. They are worried he would be forgotten, and not properly taken care of if he were to go there. The Docs said they will keep him here until we get what we want, if that is what they have to do. SO....we are trying to do everything we can and using all the resources we have to get Britt into good hands and where he needs to be. That's why we love these place, these doctors, nurses, and people here in the ICU...they got our backs;) But we still have lots to discuss and figure out in the next couple of days. Britt has done so well today. He has been such a little wiggle worm. And he has been making this most hilarious face, where he shrugs the left side of his mouth and face (it kinda looks like elvis). We can't stop laughing. And he hasn't put his arms down all day long. He did really well sitting on the side of his bed today, twice. He was able to hold his head by himself for a couple of seconds. I also asked him to squeeze my hand, and he did! I don't know if it was just coincidence, or if he actually heard me and was responding, but either way it made me so happy! His feet are starting to be ticklish again too! I know my little brother is in there, and wants to open those eyes so bad! He just isn't quite able to yet. I can't wait for the day i can post the "HE'S AWAKE" blog....hopefully someday soon:)

BREAKING NEWS: THIS JUST IN! As I am sitting here writing this, the Doc came in and was giving him commands. Trying to see if he would squeeze his hand, open his eyes, etc.

"Britton...wiggle your toes!" He would say......I KID YOU NOT 7 OUT OF 7 TIMES HE WIGGLED HIS GOSH DARN TOES!!!! WE ARE SO EXCITED!! YAYAYYAYAYAY:):):):):):):) HE OBEYED!!!!!!!!! SORRY FOR ALL THE CAPS AND EXCLAMATION POINTS BUT THIS IS HUGE! GO BRITT. Doc couldn't believe it. And I think the nurse and I almost started crying.

Here's the video:) [view on computer]

We were visited by Jane and Kasey Jacobsen today. Kasey was in a bullet bike accident about 9 years ago, and he suffered serious spinal chord and head injuries. They came to share their story with my mom and I today, and it was so inspiring and helpful to hear. We are so thankful for such thoughtful and kind people who are so willing to share their own personal experiences like this with us. It gives us such a newfound sense of hope hearing the miracles that took place in other peoples lives. They were awesome. Thank you Jane and Kasey:)