OK - so let's not use the word "coma" anymore. I'm just going to tell you what I saw when I entered her room today. BOTH of Kathi's eyes were open and she looked right at me. I asked her to turn her head to look at her other caregiver. She did! Then she turned her head and looked back at me . . . see a pattern here? She was awake most of the time I spent with her - a little restless. I could tell she was tired so I encouraged her to sleep/rest. She fell asleep for a short while, then her eyes popped open. I looked at her and said "Hi!" and she tried to say "Hi" around her breathing tube.
I am so excited at the healing I see taking place. Her fever was down almost a whole degree, and you could see color in her face again. She played with my hand for almost three hours. Sometimes she doesn't follow commands - not sure if she is tired or just being "difficult!" But I'll give her a little grace on that.
Another "milestone" is approaching - Kathi is initiating most of her respirations during waking hours. When she falls asleep, the ventilator takes over. (Breathing machine) This is very significant and we can't wait to see further improvement so that we can say "bye-bye" to that breathing tube!
Unfortunately, Physical Therapy did not happen today, but she is first on their list to get up in a chair tomorrow morning. Her nurse said that she will only be up for about an hour. AN HOUR? Wow! That's a long time if you've been in a "coma" for a week.
Anyway, just want to give you all the latest and greatest of what is happening with Kathi inside the NTICU. Once again the nurses and doctors are singing her praises!
Remembering where we were exactly one week ago today, I personally want to go on record as saying that Kathi is a miracle in action. To God be all the glory!
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About Kathi
Kathi Sturgeon was born and raised in Washington State and besides a brief stint in the Chicagoland area of Illinois, has lived on the West Coast.
Kathi became of follower of Jesus in college and very early in that relationship sensed God directing her into full-time ministry. Over time, the focus was in the area of women’s ministry.
Prior to coming to Lakeside in March 2006, Kathi graduated from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media; served with Campus Crusade for Christ; received her Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies from Multnomah Biblical Seminary; and served at the local and national level overseeing women’s ministry.
Kathi’s desire is to see people’s lives transformed through a passionate relationship with Jesus Christ, as well as to see them encouraged and equipped to use their gifts, passion, and experiences to impact lives for Christ in their spheres of influence.
Kathi is single – and yes – has a cat (named Spike). Besides enjoying time with her family when she can (they live in Washington), Kathi enjoys playing golf, spending time with friends over a good cup of coffee (Starbucks preferred, but not required), swimming, biking, watching sporting events and movies.
A few other favorites:
Kathi became of follower of Jesus in college and very early in that relationship sensed God directing her into full-time ministry. Over time, the focus was in the area of women’s ministry.
Prior to coming to Lakeside in March 2006, Kathi graduated from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media; served with Campus Crusade for Christ; received her Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies from Multnomah Biblical Seminary; and served at the local and national level overseeing women’s ministry.
Kathi’s desire is to see people’s lives transformed through a passionate relationship with Jesus Christ, as well as to see them encouraged and equipped to use their gifts, passion, and experiences to impact lives for Christ in their spheres of influence.
Kathi is single – and yes – has a cat (named Spike). Besides enjoying time with her family when she can (they live in Washington), Kathi enjoys playing golf, spending time with friends over a good cup of coffee (Starbucks preferred, but not required), swimming, biking, watching sporting events and movies.
A few other favorites:
- Bible Verses: Joshua 1:8-9; Acts 4:13
- Books: The Pursuit of God (A.W. Tozer); If You Want to Walk on Water You Got to Get of the Boat (John Ortberg)
- TV Shows: The Amazing Race; 24
- Sports teams: Chicago Cubs, Seattle Seahawks and Mariners, Univ. of Washington football and basketball.
- Ice Cream: Ben and Jerry’s Heath Bar Crunch
33 comments:
What a great update - I felt like I was with you right there with that great description of your day. Please know that we are all behind you to give you whatever support you need.
Our God is an AWESOME God and a great healer. What a great tribute to the power of prayer - what a great testimony Kathi will have to share.
Give a big thank you to the awesome staff and caretakers.
God Bless,
Cindy D
Wow! What a miracle! God is so good! It won't be long until we see your wonderful smiling face again. Praying for continued healing every day.
Love, Teresa
Jesus you are so good! I am weeping with joy for the amazing progress that Kathi has/is made! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
How wonderful to hear of all the progress Kathi is making! Thank you so much for taking the time to keep us all updated....it is such a blessing.
Peraise God for His faithfulness. He...the Great Physician, has Kathi in the palm of His hand!
Send her my love! All of us here in Fitchburg, Massachusetts are praying for her!
Love and prayers,
Karen (Casker)
I do not know Kathi very well, but this news is so awesome!! God is so good!! It's so dynamic to see a miracle in progress!! To Him be the glory!!
Tim
That is an awesome update. I know that the tube will be out soon and Kathi will be talking to everyone around her. Praise the lord for the wonderful miracles happening every day.
WOW! That is extraordinary news! God is glorious! I hope to see you soon Kathi.xoxo
That was the most exciting update yet! I can't tell you how awesome and encouraging these updates are because they are such a good reminder to me that there is a living God who heals and there is answer to prayer, etc. Kathi is testimony to that. You go girl!
To borrow the phrase, "Do you believe in miracles?" Praise to God in heaven who sees everything and uses all things for His glory - Amen!
Marty Listberger
GO Kathi! You can make it.
Your friends on the bike trail await your return.
Kathi-
Last night when I was praying for you the Lord gave me a vision of you sitting up-suddenly rising up from your bed! Little did I know that you were going to get to sit in a chair! Praise the Lord-God is amazing! Everyday I sing in my car (which is a good thing for everyone) How Great is our God, sing with me how great is our God and all will see how great, how great, is our God! I can't wait to sing it with you Kathi. Love you! Lib
WHOO HOO! Praise God for the miracles he is showing us in Kathi's recovery. I appreciate the daily updates so please keep them coming!!!! Her blog is the first link on my bookmark bar. :)
Thank you God!! Since I became a Christian I've known God is omnipresent and even sometimes I really feel His presents, but to see his works always keeps me in awe of him.
I don't like the fact that Kathi had to go through this. I just hope that maybe through all the miracles, prayers and support the nurses, doctors and all others involved have seen that it may change someone's heart about God and that Kathi may be a witness for someone. Maybe even someone reading these blogs : )
Thank you God for your awesome healing powers !
We'll continue to pray for this wonderful road to recovery for the Kathi(y)'s
Love,
The Gonzales Family
Believing, loving, praising and blessing you, your doctors and your familiy on this most glorious day.
What a way to end my day - knowing that you are on the road to recovery - I could not be happier for you. To say that God is awesome seems to little sometimes -but, for now, it will have to suffice. Take care and sleep well, for tomorrow is another step back to all who miss and love you.
God bless you and keep you safe my dear friend, glad to have you back!
johanna
Dear K4~
How exciting this news is!!! I can't wait to say "hi" to you myself soon. I'm continuing my prayer vigil for you. May God continue to bless your healing.
Kathi,
Praise the Lord!
You are Amazing! Through the power of God you are a miracle for us all to know. Your progress has brought tears of happiness to me, and I am sure to many that know you and those that want to get to know you.
My prayers are with you everyday!
Diana B
This morning while driving to the hospital I was speaking with a dear friend of mine about the events of the last week, and praying about what today would bring. Well, today was an amazing day. My big girl is walking!!! And I am dancing.
The Rolling Hills, Lakeside, Oak Hills, and local community has been supportive beyond our wildest imagination. Our God has revealed Himself to us in so many ways this week it has me on my knees in wonder.
Just know that we feel your prayers, we feel God's hands at work, and would cherish the opportunity to share the miracles we have experienced so that you may be encouraged in the challenges that we all face every day.
I give all of the glory to God!
Wow! Reading the comment from Kathy's husband and the other events about our Kathi gave me chills and tears and I really am so so thankful for all of the miraculous events taking place! Thank you for this update and to our dear Kathi and Kathy, keep up the amazing work!!!
Annie and Mark Holt
Psalm 18:28-32
"You, O LORD, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall. As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the LORD? And who is the Rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect."
Psalm 30:11-12
"You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing to you and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give you thanks forever."
Thank you lord!! Thank you, thank you!!!
Praise and glory to God for his miraculous healing hand! Kathi and Kathy I am just so happy what great news to hear and what a witness to the power of our LORD!
Jesus is holding you tight girls and a miracle is unfolding before all of our eyes, you keep fighting !!
Kathi I can hardly wait to see you and hear your sweet voice....
Love and Hugs, Lynn
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him" 1 Cor 2:9
God determines the number of stars and calls them each by name. Great is our LORD and mighty is his power; his understanding has no limit. Psalm 147:4-5
"Lord my God! When I in awesome wonder
Consider all the works thy hand hath made,
I see the stars, I hear the mighty thunder,
Thy power throughout the universe displayed;
Then sings my soul, my Saviour God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!"
I will be singing God's praises for a long time to come after this! God bless you and keep you on the fast-track to healing. Can't wait to see you.
Love, Pam L.
Yes, yes, and yes! Both Kathi and Kathy are testimony to the miraculous work of our Almighty God! What an awesome update. This truly is the day the Lord has made! Ladies, you are so precious and loved by Jesus, and for His glory, we await your smiles,tears, and praises! Our God is an awesome God! He reigns! Father, God, we praise you and worship you! Your holiness is beyond our understanding and we just ask Father for your strength and comfort to fill Kathi and Kathy as they take these next steps in their physical therapy. May the power of your Holy Spirit within them glide each of them through! Kathy's husband ~ I rejoice with you ~ To see your sweet bride walking after what she endured...And yes, we must shout it from the roof tops and tell them the Good News! "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, "How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!" (Romans 10:13-15) That goes out to our Blessed Blogger as well! ;)
Cherie LaLanne
This morning I had tears of joy as I read the update about Kathi's progress on Wednesday. Every morning before I start work, I look for her updates. I have made it part of my favorites so I can go right to it. The updates let me know how to pray for her. Praise be to God for the things He has done for her. I was one of Kathi's assistants when she worked in Chicago at NAB. I have included Kathi in my devotions since the accident and my evening prayers. And every time she comes to mine, I whisper a prayer for her. I won't stop praying, but right now I can't stop praising God! To her brother and sister and church family be encouraged. Blessings! Michelle M.
I'm praising God right now for all the progress Kathi is making day by day! I have been keeping Kathi and her family in prayer daily; whenever Kathi comes into my mind, which is usually several times a day!
Though I don't know Kathi really well, she counseled me through a difficult time last summer, praying with me over my situation. She is a lovely godly woman who has touched my life and I know that God is going to heal her and continue to do great things through her.
Every new blog post brings tears to my eyes as we see the power of prayer and God's healing touch in action.
Thank you, Lord, for all that you are doing in this situation with both Kathi and Kathy!
Mary
While I don't personally know Kathi or Kathy, as a fellow bicycle rider and Christian I feel connected to them. I pray daily for continued improvement and eventually a full recovery. God moves in mysterious ways and while we cannot understand everything that happens, we can trust that it happens as part of his overall plan for us.
Thank you for the daily updates. I am distributing this site to many of my friends around the country so the prayer chain can continue to grow for these women.
Fred
El Paso, TX
I am sitting here with tears in my eyes trying to find the right words to express the amazement of our God for the miracle He is performing not only for Kathi, but those witnessing Him in action... This is literally wonderous news!!! Praise God for ALL that He is and all that He is doing!!!
Kathi, you are so loved and so missed! Your tenacity to keep fighting is inspirational! You continue to dominate my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you Lakeside for keeping us up to date on her progress; it is truly appreciated.
Love, Patty
We are witnessing first hand the power of our God at work. He is indeed a Mighty God! He is not only hearing our prayers but He is answering them in an amazing way. I am encouraged by the incredible work God is doing, not only in the lives of our injured friends, but in the lives of those praying and caring for them. I am in Awe of our God and He alone is worthy of our praise and worship. Hang in there Kathi! Tina and I, along with our extended family of believers across the country are continually praying for your complete recovery.
In His grasp,
Mat and Tina Ladwig
For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Jer 29:11
Kathi, Larry and I, and Olympic View Baptist, have been praying for you since Joel called and told us of your accident. Today we are THRILLED to hear of your progress. We will continue to follow the blog and pray.
Larry and Sally Neufeld
Thank you God for these wonderful miracles you're doing with Kathi! I'm so exited to hear of her great progress and I continue to pray for her quick recovery. I check the website blog several times a day for updates, so PLEASE keep them coming!
Thank you Jesus! Your wonders never cease to amaze me. How can any one of us worry about the smallest of details in our lives? It is so obvious that you caress us in the palm of Your hand and are in control of our lives when we surrender. Kathi, I am praying for you girl. I know you are going to be okay. I have known it from the day it happened. I know God is going to use EVERY part of this for His glory. AMEN! I love you! Danielle Love : )
Thank you so much for these wonderful updates. It truly allows us to feel close to Kathi and her caregivers. You’re an earthly angel to take this much time and effort daily to keep us all informed so diligently, and we all appreciate it very much.
I have spent many days and nights in ICU units and lots of time with folks with sever head trauma and surgically necessary procedures. It is all a tough waiting game, and usually much slower progress than what Kathi is making, so we are so pleased at God’s abundant blessings right now. We know too that setbacks will come, and we are prepared to help pray Kathi through each one. Though the road may get rocky along the way, Kathi should know that we, her church family will be there, getting as many rocks out of her way as possible, right down to the pebbles. With everyone pitching in offering help, it is our prayer that the road back to health will be paved with assistance in the most practical and tangible ways.
I’m coming with my close friend on Friday, with lunch for the prayer team, and hope to be able to pray with them for Kathi while we are there.
We also wanted to thank Gary for his updates on his precious wife Kathy. We are so pleased to see her continued progress. I am relatively sure that I can imagine the kind of pain she must be in with the extent of her injuries, and knowing that there is little they can do to immobilize her injuries while the bones heal. Gary please know that there are so many of us praying her through the pain and struggle of getting up to walk. Praise God for his healing of our earthly bodies. Truly it is a miracle the way in which the human body heals from these horrible traumas. All praise be to God for his magnificent grace and love to us. We hope, Gary that someday soon you and Kathy will be able to share with us all, the many ways that God has been revealing himself to you and to others through this accident.
Great is the Lord, He is worthy of praise ... how my heart is soaring with each new post! Kathi, this journey has allowed each of us to experience unspeakable sorrow and then incomprehensible joy as we walk through the days together. As always, God has a purpose in all that He allows and our eyes are on Him and we wait for His perfect timing ... what better place could there be?
I keep singing this song in my mind as I think of the 2 of you:
In His time, in His time
He makes all things beautiful
in His time
Lord, please show me everyday
As You're teaching me Your way
That You do just what You say
in Your time
In Your time, in Your time
You make all things beautiful
in Your time
Lord, my life to You I bring
May each song I have to sing
Be to You a lovely thing
in Your time
Reflecting on the heart of God puts all things back into the proper perspective.
Because of Jesus,
love and gentle hugs to you,
Pam Hembree
p.s. thanks Kathy's Husband for the new reason to rejoice ... still praying!
I am amazed, thrilled, stunned, awestruck, bewildered, relieved, exhausted, bawling...God is so awesome and so amazing, it is overwhelming. And He continues to wrap His arms tightly around you and He protects you...and he's guiding you through every step of this...oh, Thank God Almighty. Thank you God...thank you God. Kath, I'm afraid when I see you again, I'm going to throw myself on you and throw you directly out of bed. I apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you in this fragile state!!!! :-) Praise GOD!!!!!
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