Friday Morning Update -- Mom's Talking!

 

The big news this morning is that Mom is awake and talking! Her breathing tube was removed last night. That was quite the ordeal, but Mom was tough. She is now breathing on her own and receiving oxygen. Her breathing is strong and the nurses are very happy with it.

With the breathing tube out Mom is able to talk. She says her brain feels slow, which is likely a combination of all the medication she is still taking and being sedated so long. She says that when she closes her eyes she sees "psychedelic things", so apparently the 60's have finally caught up with Mom. The nurses say this is normal and usually fades pretty quickly.

Mom wanted to express how much she loves all of you and how grateful she is for all of the prayers on her behalf. 

Mom is still in the ICU, which means visitation is still very limited. We really appreciate your continued prayers on Mom's behalf. 

Comments

  1. FaySeptember 26, 2025 at 8:27 AM

    This is the best news! We’ve been praying and hoping for Laurie to be off the vent! Now she can begin the healing process and gain her strength back. Please tell her we love her and we are thinking about her nonstop! 🙏 Praying for all of you! 🥰

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  2. HollySeptember 26, 2025 at 8:41 AM

    I am so happy to hear she is able to talk now! We love her and all of you so much! I went to the temple yesterday and put her name in the temple! We’ll keep praying!

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  3. kkeith007September 26, 2025 at 10:49 AM

    Thank you so much Nelson family for keeping all of us that love you and Laurie so very much in the loop! We’re praying for her, for her care team, and for each of you! From the Jim & Kim Keith family we love you dearly! Hugs from Arizona being sent your way! ♥️

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  4. KimberSeptember 26, 2025 at 12:51 PM

    Thank you for starting this blog! We moved from Keizer a number of years ago, but your mom and dad have an extra tender place in our heart. Our family continues to pray for you all. (James & Kimber Hodson family)

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  5. Alan & Judy Olsen ZollingefSeptember 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM

    Oh such wonderful blessings! We will keep Laurie’s name on the temple prayer roll. Life really does throw us some curves. But our faith in Jesus Christ helps get us through!

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  6. LesliSeptember 27, 2025 at 9:53 AM

    Thank you so much for keeping us updated. We love Laurie and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

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