Yesterday, Dana had a trach tube inserted replacing the breathing tube in his mouth and peg tube to help with tube feedings. Nurse Courtney says this is a good thing for Dana as it will be much more comfortable for him . As has been the trend, Dana did great with the procedure and was responding to Court and others.
This could change, but the plan for the week is for two surgeries. Tuesday the docs(both ortho and plastics) will repair his elbow and also perform a bone graft and skin graft on his left arm. While we haven't talked with the Neuro surgeon yet, at the moment, Dana's back surgery is planned for Wednesday.
It has been a tough two weeks for all of us and Dana has come a long way in a short time and your love, support, thoughts, prayers and well wihes have been tremendously uplifting. Thanks so much.
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Next time he's awake, ask him if I can 'watch' his car for a few weeks! It would be perfect for the Mass Pike (aka U.S. Autobahn). I'll keep it under 90 mph!
All joking aside - thanks for the updates. Having the blog to check is great....
Dex and Nicole
Thanks again for all the great updates. My family and I continue to pray for Dana and all of you. The prayers of our 3 small children are with you all also.
LiveStrong Dana (and family.)
Jeremiah Ayers and family
Big Horn Velo was out in action this past weekend at the Chris Thater Memorial race in Binghamton. I speak at least for myself when I say that I was thinking about Dana while I was racing, especially when missing having his wheel to hold on to drag me to the finish!! Keep getting stronger Dana!
Brian Klotz
We are very thankful for this Blog to check on Dana"s progress. Dana and Courtney You are in Our Hearts and Prayers every day. Even Dana's small Cousin Kylie Johnson ( Almost 3 )turns on My computer all the time and asks Me to check on Cousin Dana. Also Hollie (7) sends Her Love and Best Wishes. We all send Our Love and Prayers. Keep up the good work. Cousin Kristin also sends Her Love and Prayers.
Hello everyone,
Glad you got to see three members of the Lake family in the last few days, but sorry I wasn't one of them!
Thanks for the news. We think of you all and pray for each of you as this is a most difficult time. Being 3 hours away from home doesn't help the situation.
Gary and Alexis leave on their road trip tomorrow. They will stay in touch via phone and computer.
We continue to think positive thoughts about Dana and send positive energy your way.
Love from the Lakes,
Martha
Ongoing prayers and support from Buffalo - I check the blog at least once a day for updates, and I know there's a lot of consistent traffic coming from Horseheads as well.
Keep up the good work, and take care.
Love and prayers,
Alyssa George
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as we continue to pray for you and your family.
God bless and watch over you.
Jeff and Joanna Slaisbury
It is great to read tis blog everyday and know that Dana is getting better daily. He is an incredible person with alot of determination! Keep up the good work Dana! This blog is so great and thanks to everyone who continues to update it!!!!!
Love Jenn and Mike
Carr Family,
I just found this site,it's great to see all the positive updates.
We're so happy to hear how well Dana is doing.
Dana and all of you, are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy & Blake Shoemaker
Dear Dana and Courtney,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both through the next surgeries scheduled this week, as well as your Marine cousin Ian who has been redeployed to Iraq and leaves this Wednesday. LiveStrong indeed for both of our nephews!
Love and Hugs,
Aunt Judy and Uncle Terry
Rick, Linda, Jessie and Courtney,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during Dana's surgeries today and tomorrow, as they have been since we heard about the accident. Stay strong and remember to take care of yourselves as you help Dana with his recovery. If you need anything help is just a phone call away. Jessie, the slide show is great.....can't help but smile whenever I look at it.
Love
Reggie
Hey Dana,
goodluck with your surgeries this week. We will be thinking about you and only hoping for the best. Keep up the fighting and live strong!
Good job to the Carr family and Courtney for keeping this blog updated. We check it all the time. Very thankful to have a blog like this and be able to check up on Dana and the family. Thank you!
Jen & Dana
Keep it up Dana! We are all pulling for you. Wish you the very best my friend.
-Love from the Bakerian's.
The Byroms,
So good to see the strong spirit and continued progress from Dana. He is being well cared for. Carr family, please be sure to take care of yourselves as well - this takes a toll on everyone. Rick, from the boys at Maxfli Bank, I am sure this will solve those yips on the three footers - humor sometimes being the best medicine. Please ALL take care!
Doug, Lisa, Jeff, Kev, Ethan, and Johnny.
Hello Carrs,
I am constantly checking the blog and with Eric and Colleen and praying for you all. I am glad that things are going well. We are coming to visit on Thursday, need anything??? We are bringing a surprise visitor too! Take care of yourselves.
Love to you all
Sue
get well soon!!! there is no war without his warrior. god bless he will be by your side every day. dont give up have FAITH thats the only thing that will get u up. with love and respect take care a person that care's.
The smiles from Dana (talking flip-cup) on Saturday were truly awesome!
Dexter,
I already got thumbs up from Dana on "Watching the car", maybe I'll stop by.
Positive thoughts, virtual for now! See ya soon.
Dear Carr Family,
You are all in our prayers and in our thoughts.
Lynn and Scott Johnson(Brett's friend Ryan's parents)
Rick, Linda, and family,
The next few days, as Dana goes thru these surgeries, it may be especially hard for you to be the ones who can only watch and pray. Know that we are all out here, doing just the same. And somewhere, there has to be a deafening roar of our positive thoughts and fervent prayers for Dana. You are never far from our thoughts these days. We hope for continued good news tomorrow. And strength for you all until then.
Love, Billy and Laura
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our children are so special....at times we feel so helpless. My heart goes out to you both as parents and our prayers are with Dana and your entire family. Bob/Deb Adams
Hello Courtney & Rick and the rest of the family who have no idea who I am. Anyhow, I've been keeping track of Dana's progress through the site as well as through Colleen. You have all been in my thoughts so very often! The note from Lance was awesome. Lance was a tremendouse inspiration to my husband as well. Can't think of a better role model. Stay strong and know that there are many many of us out here pulling for you and especially for Dana!
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