What a mighty God we serve!
The day before Bretts surgery the doctor told us that he may have to cut alot out of Brett including one of his ribs. He was not even sure that he would be able to find the right nerve to cut. We expected the surgery to take at least two hours - probably more. But because God is so merciful and does answer prayers, the surgery lasted only about an hour. The doctor was able to get right to the nerve and cut it.
When Brett woke up in the recovery room, he was in alot of pain. The pain has since seemed to come and go, but we are praying that God will remove all the pain permanantly.
Brett was able to come home the next day. He did not get much sleep while at the hospital (anyone suprised?), but now at home is sleeping rather peacefully.
We have follow-up appointment on Nov 22nd. We will let you know what is going on at that time.
Please join us in praying for Brett that God will remove all of his pain permanently!
Blessings,
Coleen
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Please pray for Brett
After seeing Dr. Meyer and discussing options, Brett has decided to let Dr. Meyer cut the C8 nerve at the spinal column. Dr. Meyer beleives that this is the best option for Brett. We are all hopeful that this will take away the pain that Brett has suffered for almost four years now.
The surgery will take place on November 16, 2010. Please keep Brett, Dr. Meyer and the hospital staff in your prayers.
God Bless You!
Coleen
The surgery will take place on November 16, 2010. Please keep Brett, Dr. Meyer and the hospital staff in your prayers.
God Bless You!
Coleen
Saturday, August 7, 2010
August Update
Hello! We haven't posted in a while so I thought I would let you know the latest.
First, I have to tell you that between the hot weather and his lack of money, Brett just isn't racing very much this year.
It has now been over 3 1/2 years since Brett lost his arm (02/07/07). It has been a very challening time for all of us. Brett continues to keep his spirits up as much as possible, but the pain is not letting up.
Every month (sometimes more often) I go out to the internet to see if there is anything new to help with phantom pain. Brett's doctor only believed in pain medication and stellite ganglion blocks. Many times we asked her for an alternative means for pain relief because what she was doing was not helping but she had no answers.
Through my searches, I discovered many things that could help, but most did not. We tried accupuncture, the farabloc blanket, the mirror box (most help), hypnotherapy (this helped for a while), and out of desperation, we even tried a hologram sticker.
Finally, I found a doctor in Baltimore named Dr. Lee Dellon that said he could help my son. Needless to say, Brett and I went to Baltimore. Dr. Dellon was wonderful! He took his time in examining Brett and told us that with surgery Brett could be pain free! He seemed to be the only one who understood the pain that Brett suffers. He thinks that the nerve has somehow attached itself to the main artery that runs along the area where the collar bone would be. He understood that everytime Brett's heart beats, he feels pain. Of course, I cried - like a baby. Finally some help for my son!
Dr. Dellon told us that there is a doctor in B'ham named Dr. Richard Meyer that could do the surgery as well - but first, find out which nerve was the culpret.
So we went to see Dr. Meyer. He sent us to Dr. Lamar to get a block done on C8. It worked! We now know the nerve that is giving Brett soooo much trouble.
When Dr. Meyer gets a chance to look at the results, he will set up another appointment for Brett and we will hopefully discuss all the options we have available.
We covet your prayers as we face the future concerning Brett's pain and we thank God for his care throughout this difficult time.
Thank you for your time, your prayers, and your concern.
God Bless!
Coleen
First, I have to tell you that between the hot weather and his lack of money, Brett just isn't racing very much this year.
It has now been over 3 1/2 years since Brett lost his arm (02/07/07). It has been a very challening time for all of us. Brett continues to keep his spirits up as much as possible, but the pain is not letting up.
Every month (sometimes more often) I go out to the internet to see if there is anything new to help with phantom pain. Brett's doctor only believed in pain medication and stellite ganglion blocks. Many times we asked her for an alternative means for pain relief because what she was doing was not helping but she had no answers.
Through my searches, I discovered many things that could help, but most did not. We tried accupuncture, the farabloc blanket, the mirror box (most help), hypnotherapy (this helped for a while), and out of desperation, we even tried a hologram sticker.
Finally, I found a doctor in Baltimore named Dr. Lee Dellon that said he could help my son. Needless to say, Brett and I went to Baltimore. Dr. Dellon was wonderful! He took his time in examining Brett and told us that with surgery Brett could be pain free! He seemed to be the only one who understood the pain that Brett suffers. He thinks that the nerve has somehow attached itself to the main artery that runs along the area where the collar bone would be. He understood that everytime Brett's heart beats, he feels pain. Of course, I cried - like a baby. Finally some help for my son!
Dr. Dellon told us that there is a doctor in B'ham named Dr. Richard Meyer that could do the surgery as well - but first, find out which nerve was the culpret.
So we went to see Dr. Meyer. He sent us to Dr. Lamar to get a block done on C8. It worked! We now know the nerve that is giving Brett soooo much trouble.
When Dr. Meyer gets a chance to look at the results, he will set up another appointment for Brett and we will hopefully discuss all the options we have available.
We covet your prayers as we face the future concerning Brett's pain and we thank God for his care throughout this difficult time.
Thank you for your time, your prayers, and your concern.
God Bless!
Coleen
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Highlights
It has been awhile since I posted and this is intended to be a highlight of several past blog entries. We continue to pray for relief from pain. Brett has suffered three long years. We beg God to heal Brett’s phantom pain.
Video interview of Brett. How he rides with only one arm. My favorite.
On board camera video. Get a glimpse of track speed.
Fox6 news video
Article on Brett
Riding a dirt bike
One of my favorite pictures among over 1000 we have….
Enjoy the rest of the blog and thanks for sharing any thoughts or comments.
Video interview of Brett. How he rides with only one arm. My favorite.
On board camera video. Get a glimpse of track speed.
Fox6 news video
Article on Brett
Riding a dirt bike
One of my favorite pictures among over 1000 we have….
Enjoy the rest of the blog and thanks for sharing any thoughts or comments.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
2009 GNF
Hello Everyone!
We made it through the 2009 season and the GNF!
Brett had some real tough competition. For the Clubman race, he came in 8th place and for D-Superstock he came in 5th place.
He did not get to ride in the C-Superstock because he crashed at Barber during the practice for the Michelin Nationals and he could not get his R6 repaired in time for the GNF. (He is still ordering parts and working on it. He hopes to get at least one track day in before the 2010 race season starts in Feb.)
I would like to take this opportunity to thank each of you again for keeping up with Brett and for praying for him.
Feb 7, 2010 will be the 3 year anniversary of his getting hit by the woman in the SUV causing him to lose his right arm, collar bone, and shoulder blade. He continues to take Lyrica, Loritab, and Valium for the phantom pain. Please pray for us that we can find a cure for his pain so that he does not have to take the drugs.
Our family is all doing well. David and I continue to trust in the Lord for supplying all of our needs.
May God bless each and everyone of you.
In Christ,
Coleen
Click on the link below to see photos from the Grand National Finals (GNF) at Road Atlanta.
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/GNF2009#
We made it through the 2009 season and the GNF!
Brett had some real tough competition. For the Clubman race, he came in 8th place and for D-Superstock he came in 5th place.
He did not get to ride in the C-Superstock because he crashed at Barber during the practice for the Michelin Nationals and he could not get his R6 repaired in time for the GNF. (He is still ordering parts and working on it. He hopes to get at least one track day in before the 2010 race season starts in Feb.)
I would like to take this opportunity to thank each of you again for keeping up with Brett and for praying for him.
Feb 7, 2010 will be the 3 year anniversary of his getting hit by the woman in the SUV causing him to lose his right arm, collar bone, and shoulder blade. He continues to take Lyrica, Loritab, and Valium for the phantom pain. Please pray for us that we can find a cure for his pain so that he does not have to take the drugs.
Our family is all doing well. David and I continue to trust in the Lord for supplying all of our needs.
May God bless each and everyone of you.
In Christ,
Coleen
Click on the link below to see photos from the Grand National Finals (GNF) at Road Atlanta.
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/GNF2009#
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Nashville Superspeedway 10/25-27/2009
Hello!
Well, we just finished the last race of the season. Brett came in 1st place for D-superstock and 3rd place for Clubman. He did not race in the C-superstock and it was a good choice on his part not to. He could not get comfortable with it for some reason that day and decided it would be best for the safety of all the racers for him to sit that one out.
In total points for the season for C-superstock, Brett came in 7th for the Southeast region, 9th for the Mid-central region, and is tied for 10th in the North Florida region.
In total points for the season for Clubman, Brett came in 1st in the North Florida and Southeast regions and 2nd in the Mid-central region.
In total points for the season for D-Superstock, Brett came in 1st in the Mid-central, North Florida, and Southeast regions.
Overall we think that Brett did very well.
The only races left are the ones for the Grand National Finals. These races take place from Oct 8 thru Oct 11 at Road Atlanta. Please pray for the safety of all the racers.
Brett will be racing at Barber the weekend of Oct 2-4. This is a Michelin Race. Again, please pray for all the racers.
Until we meet again,
Blessings,
Coleen
Well, we just finished the last race of the season. Brett came in 1st place for D-superstock and 3rd place for Clubman. He did not race in the C-superstock and it was a good choice on his part not to. He could not get comfortable with it for some reason that day and decided it would be best for the safety of all the racers for him to sit that one out.
In total points for the season for C-superstock, Brett came in 7th for the Southeast region, 9th for the Mid-central region, and is tied for 10th in the North Florida region.
In total points for the season for Clubman, Brett came in 1st in the North Florida and Southeast regions and 2nd in the Mid-central region.
In total points for the season for D-Superstock, Brett came in 1st in the Mid-central, North Florida, and Southeast regions.
Overall we think that Brett did very well.
The only races left are the ones for the Grand National Finals. These races take place from Oct 8 thru Oct 11 at Road Atlanta. Please pray for the safety of all the racers.
Brett will be racing at Barber the weekend of Oct 2-4. This is a Michelin Race. Again, please pray for all the racers.
Until we meet again,
Blessings,
Coleen
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Barber Sept 13, 2009
Hello Again!
Just wanted to let you guys know how Brett did. He got 17th in C-Superstock, 2nd in Clubman, and 2nd in D-Superstock. We are so proud of him. As many times as I have seen him race, I am still amazed by the ability that God has given him to ride.
We were afraid that the weather would be bad, but the Lord saw fit to it once again to give us a dry weekend!
With the weather as it is, Brett is suffering from much phantom pain. Please pray for him as it makes it very difficult for him to stay focused at school. We are going Friday to get another block. Hopefully this will take away the pain (or at least ease it).
I feel led to take a moment to share with you that the rapture is upon us. Most people miss Heaven by 18 inches (this is about the distance from the head to the heart). Many people know about God (in the brain), but they don't really know God (in their heart). I know that because I used to be one of those people. If you do not have that close and personal relationship with Him, please pray and ask Him to help you to experience that relationship with Him.
Thank you for your interests and your prayers.
Coleen
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