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Thursday, August 16, 2007

R & R late night update

Dana rested today and his vitals are still looking good. If his vitals are stable in the morning the neuro surgeon will consider repairing his displaced vertebrae. If not Dana will rest until Monday and then undergo the surgery.

We've got the TV in his room tuned to the weather channel and Dana gave the selection a nod after Dave asked him (that is what Dave and Dana always watched during the ride of 05)!

Thank you so much for all of the amazing support..... we love hearing from you and Dana is so blessed to have so many loving and caring friends and family. We love you all.

That is it for now......... from the Carr waiting room............

ACTUALLY........THIS JUST IN..........

Courtney just came back out with grey surgical gloves on, a HUGE smile and great news! The nurse asked Courtney if she wanted to perform the neuro check and Courtney did. So Courtney lifted his right eye and Dana immediately focused on her. She asked, "Dane....you can see me, right?!" Then Dana nodded!!

P.S. Courtney is saving the gloves!

32 comments:

Anonymous said...

Rick and family,

My thoughts and prayers have been, and will continue to be, with you through this very difficult time. Strength and love will get you through.

~Cathy Nash

Anonymous said...

And it just keeps getting better!!!! So glad to heat that Dana had a good night last night and a not so hectic day today...as I hope you all did too. Rest well tonight. Thoughts and prayers from many here in the valley.
Aunt Andrea

Rachel said...

We are all checking in throughout the day. So much progress! All our love and thoughts are with you. We do not know Dana very well at the Kitchen Theatre except through Jessica---but we know he is an athlete---so we (especially me, Rachel) are inspired by his ability to respond to questions and to have to strength to push ahead...LOVE and more LOVE to all of you...

Anonymous said...

Courtney,
So glad to hear all the good news. We are thinking about you often and sending all our love and prayers. Sarah and Pete Dalton

Anonymous said...

Dear Rick, Linda & Family,
We are so happy to hear that Dana is making such great progress. He's been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard. We'll continue to pray for all of you as you keep bringing the smiles to our faces with the wonderful accomplishments Dana's made each day!
Take care,
Kathy & Pat McKillip

Anonymous said...

Rick, Linda, and Courtney-
All our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We're checking this blog often and are thrilled to hear good news!
Mila and Tom Meier

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Dana:

Just want to let you know we are running the "Smart Pig" tomorrow (Saturday) from Mundy's to Greensburg.
Ecstatic you are progressing well. Your youthful energy and spark is needed back here. Take Care all.

Steve F. and Team Greensburg

Laurie said...
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Laurie said...

Rick, Courtney and family. Although we don't know each other well, my heart goes out to you all. Dana is obviously a strong young man and has the support of a wonder family and a host of friends. Even those of us who don't know him well are pulling for him. You will all be in my thoughts.

Anonymous said...

Rick, Linda, and Family,
We're checking the blog several times a day and we're thrilled to read of Dana's progress. If prayers can make it so, the good news will just keep coming. Be strong for Dana and for each other.
Love you, Laura and Bill Sepka

martha said...

Good morning everyone,

So lovely that the news continues to be good. Sounds like today could be a big day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Was nice that Gary and Rick were able to make contact yesterday. We are confident that you have the best support possible around you right now - family, friends, hospital staff, etc. We hope to see you before long.

Thanks for all the updates. We will be waiting for the next.

Love from the Lakes

Anonymous said...

The Keefe family gives a big thumbs up. Keep up the great progress, Dana. We appreciate the updates. Rick, we think about you & your family often. Lots of prayers and love. Stay Strong!

Matt & Mary

Anonymous said...

So glad to hear about Dana's progress. Plese know that you family is in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

We are here if you need anything!

Friends on Hylan Terrace

Unknown said...

Great news! I'm relieved to hear that Dana is doing so well. Keep up the good work on the updates, and tell Dana he has a fan in Cowtown thinking about him!

"Half a" Nick Beers

Beth said...

What wonderful news, Dana!! We know it's hard work, but you're doing great! Take advantage of the rest time ,healing time...Rick, Linda, Courtney, Jess...hugs and love to you all ..our continued prayers are coming your way...look forward to seeing you soon
Beth, Rick, Adam, Abbey, Ellen

Anonymous said...

PRAISE THE LORD! GOD BLESS DANA AND ALL OF YOU! BE STILL AND KNOW HE IS GOD...........MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Anonymous said...

Hello Carr Family,

This is David Benyo's Aunt Sue in Ohio. David has been keeping our family updated on Dana's condition. We are thrilled to hear of the progress being made; he has certainly come a long way since Sunday! It sounds like there is an awesome support system there for all of you. Stay positive and lean on each other when you need to. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.

~Sue Rigby and Family

Anonymous said...

Hello Carr Family,

This is David Benyo's Aunt Sue in Ohio. David has been keeping our family updated on Dana's condition. We are thrilled to hear of the progress being made; he has certainly come a long way since Sunday! It sounds like there is an awesome support system there for all of you. Stay positive and lean on each other when you need to. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.

~Sue Rigby and Family

Sue said...

Hello Carr Family,

This is David Benyo's Aunt Sue in Ohio. David has been keeping our family updated on Dana's condition. We are thrilled to hear of the progress being made; he has certainly come a long way since Sunday! It sounds like there is an awesome support system there for all of you. Stay positive and lean on each other when you need to. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.

~Sue Rigby and Family

Anonymous said...

Hi Carr Family...

Our thoughts and prayers are with and for Dana and ALL of you. If you need someone to run errands down here for you or run some things up to you, just let us know. We're checking the Blog and are so pleased to hear of Dana's progress!

~Jan and Mimi Updegraff

Anonymous said...

That is GREAT news!!!!!!
Jenn

Anonymous said...

hi Court,
much love, support and my prayers are with you and Dana.Stay strong and give him one of those pretty smiles of yours...God Bless you, Dana and all that are there with him...talk to you soon
love Jo

Anonymous said...

Rick and Linda,
I want you to know that you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. Jim Battersby

Anonymous said...

Courtney,

I am glad to hear that Dana had a good night. Just know that we are ALL thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. You will get through this!

Dianne and Feddie

Unknown said...

Hi Courtney,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Each day the news keeps getting better.
If there is anything I can do pleases don't hesistate to let me know.
Love,
Sharon Repko

Anonymous said...

glad to hear Dana is making such progress!!! He (and your whole family) will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers -danny cavanaugh

Anonymous said...

Great to read so much encouraging news! You're in our thoughts.

Starky & Laurel

Unknown said...

It doesn't matter what language you pray in. It all works!!!

Anonymous said...

Just returned to Keuka and learned of Dana's accident and great progress. Please know that all of you will be in our prayers.

Carol and Dave Miller

Anonymous said...

Our thoughts and prayers are coming from NC. No words can express our concern, but we know good, positive thoughts will help in everyone's healing. Even though the parents and siblings are not the ones whose body's are hurt, their souls and minds are harder to heal. Let Dana know that your friends are not only praying for him, but also for the other members of your family going through this. From experience I know that helps.

Dick and Dixie

Anonymous said...

Dana,

Stay strong. If anyone is tough enough to deal with this, I know that it is you. Take your time, get well. We miss your energy, humor and friendship and are looking for the day that we can enjoy your company again.

Rick, Linda and Courtney,

You all are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Dick and Vickie Bourg

Anonymous said...

Dana and family,

Dana your a strong man and very determined. Your going to be great. As of always you and your family have the full support from Horseheads High XC team, especially from Tim and Michael.

When your ready Bambi Hill is waiting for us three again.

Best of Luck,
Michael Vrabel