Thursday, May 3, 2007

Going Going Gone

Exciting news to report:

Dan's halo is off!

Bill called Dan's neurosurgeon last week to inquire about when the halo would come off; that started the staff here to ask about the timing [sooner is better than later]; soon x-rays were ordered; the neurosurgeon viewed them, came over for a visit and just removed it!

Dan will wear a neck brace for about a month, until he builds up his neck muscles, but he already feels better. (and of course, Mom gave him his big hug.)

Thank you for praying for us. We know that we are not the only hurting people in this world -- many face much greater aches that we have, so knowing that you think of us, makes us feel quite special.

8 comments:

Blessed Mommy said...

sooo awesome!! what great news, and much appreciated "freedom", I'm sure!!! I am so excited for you Dan!! Miss you and love you!!!

Papá to the best 2 said...

thats great dan. Pray for you every night before bed that you'd get a good nights rest.

Anonymous said...

Thats great news! another step. I am praying for you always! Looking forward to heading to Chicago soon :)

Anonymous said...

We are so excited for no halo!!! We are praying for you all the time. There are so many changes, so many adjustments, so many hurdles! Praise God, He is with you through each one. We love you all!

Anonymous said...

Hi Dan, I just got on and saw your halo is off. Praise the Lord. Prayer will continue to go up you to get your muscles strong. God bless you - you are loved so much. Gramma

Jane said...

Praise God!!! Dan that is way cool... I can't imagine what it must have felt like to have all that weight on my head! WOO HOO!

One goal at a time! And you have reached many goals this week!

I'm praying for your patience, understanding, goals, and your daily time with Jesus. Ya want to finish well! And your finish line is still years down the road... keep the faith bro!
Jane

Amanda Martin said...

Beseeched the Lord on behalf of Dan and the Knudsen family last night while reading Psalm 34. So glad to hear the good news about no halo and the little update about the twins. So cute! Many thoughts,
Amanda Martin

Anonymous said...

what an awesome God we serve! It's so exciting to hear about the progress being made. You all are still in my prayers and thoughts. Stay strong and keep the faith!
Neil