Friday, December 6, 2013

Fighter

Have I ever mentioned how amazing Pete Mosher is?  Well this guy is a fighter.  Last night he fought for each breath for three hours, trying to suck down enough oxygen to avoid being intubated.  He was so tired that he needed a break, so after being told by me and the ER doctor that it was ok to take a break, he chose to be intubated.  So as I write this Pete is on the vent (breathing machine) but is already being slowly weaned after just eight hours. 

This most recent crash was preceded by four days of low grade fevers, a really bad cough, and shear exhaustion.  So the transplant team and ICU docs are hard at work to find out what is the cause of this infection.  After getting into the ICU this morning I am totally confident in the team here at Barnes.  They are checking every specific medicine and have a special box of approved medicine that is milk and lactose free.  I feel so relieved to be here. 


So as always keep Pete in your thoughts and prayers.  I am sure Pete will have some deep thoughts about this most recent event and will present those thoughts with his usual elegance.  Until then, just the facts here.  Thanks for all the love and support being showered on our little family, we are not alone on this journey.

7 comments:

  1. Peace, Pete (anonymous #3)

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  2. Peace Pete. The world lost a great man but gained an amazing angel

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  3. Your life has been an inspiration to all who knew you, Pete. Thank you for touching my life. Peace.

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  4. You will be missed by all and deeply by your colleagues in Health Sciences. Thank you for your gentle leadership and advocacy for the students.Ours hearts and prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. Although saddened by your absence we rejoice knowing you are at peace in your heavenly home and no longer suffering. Blessings on behalf of us all.

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  5. Dear Eileen, Pete ( I include him because I believe he still exists and know all that goes on with us), Adah and Aemon, I was so sorry to hear of your most difficult day Saturday. I am sending you love and prayers. Please extend my sympathies to Pete's parents, siblings, and extended family. Your love for each other, dedication, hopefulness, and faithfulness are inspiring. I know that you will take care of each other and Pete's love will sustain you. Love, Bridget Rush

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