inpatient…

ByMary Lenaburg

It’s 5:15 a.m. and sleep eludes me. Miss Courtney was admitted to Georgetown at 3:30 this a.m. and after running a full course of her IV anti seizure meds, she is still having breakthrough seizures. 


The Docs ain’t happy and neither is this Mama. They have not found the right drug combo yet to get them to stop. I am not all that sure they will to be honest. So here I am, next to her bed, no sleep on it’s way. 


The plan? I have no idea. Truly. They want to do another EEG study and they will probably change her med protocols, that is after they actually stop the seizures. If they can. Not really seeing a lot of hope for that. 


Pray we do what’s best for our girl, no matter the outcome. I just don’t want her to suffer. I will do my best to update this space as I can.  


Thanks for holding us in prayer. 

27 Comments

  7. Praying for you still, after a mass today where Courtney was in my prayers much. Some days ago at the dentist, I had an old, bad tooth filled without any pain meds. I gave up all my pains for you, and suddenly my straight hair fell from the chair, brushing my neck, feeling like I imagine Courtney unrruly locks would feel, I sort of felt Courtney superimposed on me. A very peaceful and calming sensation. I thank God for this gift and continue praying for Courtney and her family. .

  13. I am new to your blog – as of last night. I am joining in prayer as well, and am asking my son for his intercession. He died last October after 16 months with leukemia. Many, including the local secular Carmelite community, have found him to be a powerful intercessor. My heart is with you in your grief. I too know the pain of hearing that no further treatment options are possible. At every point in his treatment, his death, his burial, and now life without him – I have found exceedingly great grace. I don't want to be presumptuous in regards to God, but I know He has exceedingly great graces for all of you as well. God bless you.

  18. Mary , I emailed a prayer from Wendy Curski(sp)… Wonderful prayer … You are in my thoughts and prayers….. May Our Lady place you in the bend of Her arms the way you have held your girl… Our Lady and Jesus are our only grace line in times like these….. I wish you all the grace to be had from your suffering to continue your vigil… Be strong

  19. "Father, into your hands…!" Just read this latest post of yours, Mary, and will offer the rest of my sufferings this day for Courtney as well as for you, your hubby and Jonathan…may our dear Lord give all of you his peace and strength in abundance!

  20. Dear Lord, Thank you for giving Courtney such a wonderful mama. I ask that you give Mary the strength. Guide her heart and remind her of your faithfulness. Whatever your plan is, dear Father, may you also guide the doctors and nurses taking care of Courtney. We ask all this, through Jesus' mighty Name. Amen.
    In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

  24. Heading out to morning Mass, which I'll offer along with my Holy Communion for all of you, especially Courtney…

  26. I always like to check yours and Courtney's great Sunday style. So sorry to see this post instead. I prayed for you and your family. May God grant you His peace and wisdom during another difficult time.

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