Luke had a quiet day today resting and letting his body heal. They have lowered the oxygen concentration on respirator to 40%, again the lowest setting they use, and also the pressure that it uses to breathe for him from 40 down to 26. All good signs that he is able to do a little more breathing on his own. They removed the splint from his left arm and we were able to see it for the first time. It is healing well from the incision made to insert the plate.
For the past several days we have had to wear gowns and gloves to go in his room to see him. It is so we don't carry the infections he's had out of the room, but it's probably just as good for him that we aren't giving him anything we might be carrying.
We met with a doctor from the orthopaedic team today and he explained their plan for Luke's leg. He is scheduled to go back to surgery on Sunday to do another cleanup of all the damaged tissue and replace the vacuum bandage that is on the leg. Then they plan to take him back in on Thursday and hopefully everything will be in good shape and they can do a final close. Pray with us that this time all will go according to plan.
Paula and I were honored twice today by very special visitors. First we had a visit by representatives of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, a non-profit organization that offers financial support to the families of injured federal officers. They presented us with a very generous check to help with Luke's and our expenses.
This evening we were visited by United States Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar the nation's highest ranking Border Patrol Agent, his Deputy Chief Ronald Colburn and San Diego Sector Chief Michael Fisher. Chief Aguilar talked with us about the importance to the Border Patrol of family support and how much he appreciates the parents and families of the Border Patrol agents. We were pleased to be able to take them in to see Luke (despite the fact that Luke didn't stand to attention). Chief Aguilar quipped that he does not like to see agents out of uniform and presented Luke with a Border Patrol pin. I'm sure when we are able to tell Luke about the visit he will be very disappointed he wasn't awake for it!
I've said it before, but I must again express, Paula and I are overwhelmed by all the prayers and support from family, friends and even so many people we don't know, in additon to all Luke's fellow agents all the way to the very top people in the Border Patrol, to Luke and us. Saying thank you just doesn't come close to expressing how we feel. God has truly blessed us through you.
---Bill
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We continue to lift you all up frequently in our prayers and pray for Luke's recovery. God is faithful and we rejoice in each answer to prayer with you all! The Hustons
Hello, Bill & Paula. I am sorry to hear about Lukes accident. Betty called us this morning and told us about the accident. We will keep you all in prayer. We will keep checking back for updates. It is wonderful that we have a God who cares and comforts us in times as these. And how his Word can bring strength and courage. God Bless and Comfort all of you. Abe & Erma
PS: Words Cannot always express how we feel for you all.
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