Jul/0927
Letter from Tiffany
July 5, 2009 6:00 p.m. The Stout’s wrote:
The following is a letter written by Tiffany that she would like shared with you all:
“This morning Kev asked for me at 2 a.m. His vitals are getting stronger and more consistent. He kept asking me throughout the early morning what the plan was today, when any type of physical treatment would start, etc. I explained again that so far the doctors want to be cautious with his spine and need to let the swelling go down before they would be able to start physical therapy. But I definitely was encouraged to see him already so motivated to try to do something to regain feeling and motion.
Please continue to pray as we know we serve a faithful, compassionate, and loving God. Kev did seem to get a fair amount of sleep last night and says his pain levels are okay, but seems a bit more discouraged today. Every time they do a sensory test the results differ slightly- at this point he seems to have some sense of pressure in his upper thighs, but actual feeling seems to end in his lower abdomen.
His neurosurgeon was just here to check the wound and change the dressing. She said the wound looks great-they seem a bit concerned about the fluid build up, so they have changed his bed position and discussed potentially putting in a drain depending on how he does over the next few days.
I feel very confident in his neurosurgeon, she has been incredible and went over the entire surgery in detail and explained everything she did and why while showing me his x-rays and CT scans. He lost 7 liters of blood (average body holds 5.5 liters) all trauma related and had 3 anesthesiologists. They did another CT scan yesterday and the neurosurgeon seemed very pleased with the results and confirmed the decompression is gone.
I also was told that they will send a social worker in at some point to discuss rehab options, etc.
We have been absolutely blown away by the love and support and can’t even express how much it means to know so many people are praying. It has truly been astounding to watch God move so quickly by sparing his life, allowing his vitals to remain strong, providing movement in his upper body, protecting his brain, vision, and speech. We can’t thank you enough for your prayers and ask that you would continue to pray for miracles.”
Specific Prayer Requests:
- That we would cling to hope instead of fear
- That God would work a miracle and provide use of his legs
- That I wouldn’t be an emotional mess-don’t do so well when I’m tired-3 hours of sleep so far
- Comfort for Kev and I that we would take our thoughts captive and not freak out about not having much feeling yet.
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On the morning of Friday, July 3, while cycling in the SCV with friends, Kevin was struck by a fast-moving vehicle. He was airlifted by helicopter for attention to his multiple injuries, including damage to his spine. This blog is for Kevin's family, friends, and colleagues, who are all praying for him and rallying to his side during this time of trial. Please watch this site for upcoming information on how you can help Kevin recover.
8:22 PM on July 5th, 2009
Tiffany
Our prayers are with you and Kevin constantly. Know that we will be here to the end for support in whatever your needs may be. Kevin was very blessed to have such strong brothers in Christ come to his side the very minute of this tragedy. Know that there is a whole army of brothers and sisters in Christ who are here and will be here for you and Kevin throughout this trial. To this point we are truly amazed at the power and sovernty that God has had in Kevin’s recovery. I am sure that we will continue to see that our God is good. May God continue to bless you and Kevin and may you both feel his peace and comfort throught this trial.
Dennis
8:46 PM on July 5th, 2009
Thanks for sharing Tiffany. I will specifically be praying for you, for peace that passes understanding and for grace and strength to endure. I truly understand the tired=emotional mess thing. On that note, I would suggest Emergen-C. It mixes with water and is truly helpful when you’re feeling drained. Ask someone to get it for you (Target carries it). We don’t want you getting sick during this time. I will now step down from my “mom soapbox” and continue praying for you. You are loved.
8:47 PM on July 5th, 2009
HE IS ABLE. Our Lord is Able. We give you thanks and praise our Lord for Kevin and Tiffany and we ask you Lord to send your healing hands from heaven unto Kevin’s body and touch every pain , every disability , every nonsensation parts and every little , large , known and unknown aching piece of his body and heal it Lord. We know you are there and listen to our prayers and Kevin is your son and he is in your hand , oh Lord, give him a complete and speedy recovery and give Tiffany the strength and the peace so she can do what she needs to do and fill her heart with joy and confidence that your are there and there is nothing happen or do not happen without your word Lord… In the name of the Jesus the Nazereth we command every disability to leave his body, every fear , every weakness and every discomfort and discouragement without a return and we ask you Jesus to regain his walking and sensation and touch his muscles and his tissues and connect them and make them whole and better that before , you are able Lord and there is nothing impossible Lord to you.
We ask you Lord to touch the hearts of Keving and Tiffany and give them peace and strength and surround them with your love and care. Lord send your angels and all your powers to bewith them, in your name Lord Jesus we ask… AMEN and AMEN.
9:36 PM on July 5th, 2009
Tiffany, we are praying fervently for you and Kevin. Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble”. You are greatly loved by a great God, I pray that He will be your refuge.
9:53 PM on July 5th, 2009
Dearest Tiffany,
I am thanking God for the miracles that have already taken place. I am praying for you and Kevin that God will continue to give you His strength and grace. I love you both. I am so blessed seeing what a godly wife you are to your husband. I’ll be praying for you and your man!!
10:08 PM on July 5th, 2009
Hi Tifanny-we don’t know each other, but we have mutual friends in SCV. I’m following you & Kevin’s journey and pray for His comfort and healing! Thanx for your update and the prayer requests (and for leveraging technology and allowing so many people to be in on how to pray/care etc.).
good job, press on (and sleep).
10:35 PM on July 5th, 2009
God bless you, Tifanny. Elda Coleman sent out a prayer request…and since she is a friend – you and Kevin are in my prayers and being passed onto those whom I know will be faithful in the quest for Kevin’s healing and strength and hope for you. Celebrate every blessing – and the rest of us will begin thanking the Lord for His power and majesty manifested in complete healing! “)
10:51 PM on July 5th, 2009
Tiffany…
We stand with you in faith during this time of trial… believing for complete victory and knowing that God is holding you and Kevin in His hands. Our love and prayers continue to be yours… May the peace, hope and healing hand of Christ be with you both.
Much Love, Kurt and Danise Jurado
11:00 PM on July 5th, 2009
I have friends in Kansas that are praying for you two and put your names on a prayer chain their. Great is God’s faithfulness. Love you both!
11:06 PM on July 5th, 2009
Tiffany and Kevin,
(You are a wonderful, supportive, loving wife! I know you know that!) You both are being held before the King of Kings who loves you!
I have put your needs out to people in several states. You are being prayed for multiple times over! I am so proud of your initial responses of faith! You are godly servants of the Most High! As you pray and trust and hope, know that it is okay to feel drained, stressed, and depressed. It does not mean that you are not trusting; it just means you are exhausted, your world has been turned upside down, and you are human. Allow yourselves to be human. God can handle it. Allow yourselves to RELEASE your human emotions, just do it carefully. Tiffany, that means releasing to your mom, and Tiff might be better than to Kevin.
~Sharon Loveall
11:54 PM on July 5th, 2009
Tiffany,
Thanks for the update. We are here for you for WHATEVER you may need. Keep your hope fixed on Christ who conquered sin and death!!! We serve a MIGHTY God! We’ll be laboring in prayer for hope, strength, comfort, and healing as you specified.
“Now to Him who is able to do IMMEASURABLY MORE than all we ask or IMAGINE, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”
Ephesians 3:20-21
6:52 AM on July 6th, 2009
Remember when we went through the book “The Excellent Wife” and talked about the fear that can come when dealing with something happening to our husbands….who knew? I pray you are comforted and encouraged by what we learned. pg.246 “If you are in an especially difficult situation, seek your comfort and hope from God. He is to be your refuge and your strength. Let Him talk to you through His Word. Spend a lot of time in the book of Psalms. There you will find Psalmists who experienced the same emotions you are feeling. See their thoughts about God and experience the same comfort and hope from God they experienced.”
8:08 AM on July 6th, 2009
Tiff…
the amount of prayers you 2 are receiving is enough to move a mountain… I am so proud of you and how strong you have been on the weakest time of your life, and pray that you keep being that rock throughout this road ahead of you. Always remember you have a wonderful support system, and that allows you to break down and be that emotional wreck that you are so afraid to be… then recharge and be Super Tiff again.
I want to put myself here available for ANYTHING you need… My prayers are with you and I am confident in God’s plans and that Kevin will be moving towards full recovery soon.
I LOVE YOU!
Julie
8:55 AM on July 6th, 2009
“Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep His promise.” Hebrew 10:23 Tiffany, when an earthquake shatters and rearranges our life – God will work through us the level of hope and faith it takes to endure. When we are empty and wondering the “how can I”…He says, “You can’t, but I can.” Christ within you, will carry you on the path that is before you. Let Kevin know this is a good excuse to get some of my good cooking!
9:09 AM on July 6th, 2009
Psalm 34:4 – I sought the Lord and He answered me and delivered me from all of my fears. He will deliver you from the strong grip of fear – it is not from Him. REST!
9:13 AM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany,
We are upholding you both in prayer as are countless others during this very challenging time. Bless the Lord for such a quality hospital and skillful and knowledgeable surgeons and doctors. USC is the best. While Dr.s give a prognosis based on what they see, God is ultimately in charge of the final outcome !!! I have seen some unbelievable things happen with spinal cord injuries first hand. We are believing for complete recovery or certainly more than is projected. God is able. God knows so deeply and thoroughly. He must have trusted you both enough with this trial knowing that the strength of faith and commitment to Him you both have would testify of Gods goodness and faithfulness no matter what. We stand with you , believing and are here for you and your family.
Kris and Kim Ellis
9:13 AM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany,
I just want you to know that you, Kevin and your families are in my prayers. Kevin is such an amazing person and I know that whatever he puts him mind to he will accomplish. All of us here at Tejon wish him a speady recovery and he is in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves and dont hesitate to ask for anything. Xoxox
Maddi
9:32 AM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany and Kevin,
As I was praying, I felt led to include parts of The Prayer of St. Patrick for you.
I arise today
Through God’s strength to pilot me:
God’s might to uphold me,
God’s wisdom to guide me,
God’s eye to look before me,
God’s ear to hear me,
God’s word to speak for me,
God’s hand to guard me,
God’s way to lie before me,
God’s shield to protect me,
God’s host to save me
From snares of demons,
From temptations of vices,
Christ to shield me today
Against poison, against burning,
Against drowning, against wounding,
So that there may come to me abundance of reward.
Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me,
Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ on my right, Christ on my left,
Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I arise,
Kim Ellis
9:37 AM on July 6th, 2009
Though I don’t know Kevin or the others involved in this accident, I couldn’t help welling up with tears when I read of the outpouring of support from his friends and family.
We’ll pray for Kevin and Tiffany as they begin their recovery together. God bless.
9:54 AM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany & Kevin,
The Silers just want you to know that we have been praying for you since we first heard of the accident. Rick used to road race bicycles so this hits very close to our hearts. We are so grateful for this tool that can keep us praying specifically for your needs. Our thoughts and prayers are also with both of your familes right now…peace and comfort for them, as well.
You are Loved,
Rick and Cynthia
1:13 PM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany & Kevin,
Although I do not know you personally, I used to work for Progressive and saw the link through Meg Jarrell’s facebook posting. After reading the account of what had happened, my heart goes out to you and your family. Although I know it’s easier said than done, the key is to have that faith in God which is sounds like you all do. Just last night, I read Psalm 103:1-14 where David praised God during some of his most troubled times. I hope that little passage helps in this tough time. Just know that we’re praying for you and your family. God bless.
2:58 PM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany, It is so incredible to see how God has used you and Kevin to show His goodness and faithfulness already. Keep trusting in Him! You are all continually in our prayers.
3:32 PM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany and Kevin,
Ever since we heard the news on Friday our family has been praying that Kevin gets through this situation. Our hearts go out to you and you are in our thoughts these last few days. Kevin, you are young and strong and have the determination in your spirit that will help you on your road to recovery!!! You two are an amazing couple and your love for each other and the Lord will get you through anything!!!
3:36 PM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany and Kevin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you for healing and comfort during this time.
We are getting news from the family but just want to share our deep empathy for you during your trial.
Love from your cousins in North Carolina,
Brad and Donna Molles
4:19 PM on July 6th, 2009
I am a friend of Meg Jarrell’s and was with her when she got the news of your husbands accident. Please know we have added Kevin and you to our prayer list- may the Lord hold you tight and give you strength and peace.
4:56 PM on July 6th, 2009
Dear Tiffany and Kevin,
My heart goes out to both of you during this time. If you guys need anything please let me know or the office know. We are all hoping for the best possible recovery for Kevin. Stay strong.
10:08 PM on July 6th, 2009
Tiffany,
I am praying, and your brothers and sisters in Christ at Havenhouse are all praying as well. I am so encouraged by all of the progress I’ve read about in these updates, even in just a few short days! I have worked with patients with these types of injuries, and Kevin seems to be recovering remarkably/miraculously well! Reading about your hope and faith has strengthened mine. I am standing with you both in believing and praying for a COMPLETE recovery. I pray that in your weakness God will be strong, and that when you feel discouraged, God will lift up your heads. I will keep up with what is going on, and try to support you both in whatever way I can for as long as it takes.