Thank you everyone for your prayers. This will be the last update on the blog.
Caymen is doing really well. He still hurts on his left side and his right arm. He can't ride a bike yet. However, he is ready to go and gets frustrated when he can't always do everything yet.
Caymen will go to church the first time this coming Sunday. We are very excited about this! We are praying and anticipating a full recovery! We serve an awesome and might God!
Thank you everyone for all of your prayers, support, love, gifts, and words of encouragement.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
The Road to Complete Restoration
Caymen is at home and continuing to recover. His personality is back! His body is not responding as quickly as Caymen would like it too. The doctor has restricted activities such as swimming, bike riding, etc. for a significant period of time. Please continue to pray for his complete healing.
Thank you everyone for all your prayers, cards, gifts, words of encouragement and everything else!
Thank you everyone for all your prayers, cards, gifts, words of encouragement and everything else!
Friday, July 10, 2009
Much Thanks!!!
Words cannot express our deep gratitude and thanks for everyone's prayers and concern during this challenging time! Caymen is now home and resting comfortably in a quiet environment. He will still need to recover from the head injury but is able to do so at the house.
Amazing things can happen when God's people come together corporately in prayer and fasting (Acts 12). We also want to express our deep appreciation to emergency medical personnel, the NC highway patrol, and the awesome doctors, nurses and staff of Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte. Thank you so much for everything.
Thank you for continuing to pray for a complete recovery both physically and emotionally.
Love,
Pastor Mark and Tiffany
Ariel, Ashton & Caymen
Amazing things can happen when God's people come together corporately in prayer and fasting (Acts 12). We also want to express our deep appreciation to emergency medical personnel, the NC highway patrol, and the awesome doctors, nurses and staff of Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte. Thank you so much for everything.
Thank you for continuing to pray for a complete recovery both physically and emotionally.
Love,
Pastor Mark and Tiffany
Ariel, Ashton & Caymen
Home Sweet Home
Caymen had a bit of a rough night with sleeping and pain last night. This morning they have gotten him his pain medicine and he is beginning to feel better. He had physical therapy and was able to sit up, put on his socks, and was able to stand and walk. Our God is an awesome God!
They were able to take out his IV today. He had an x-ray on his neck to see if they can remove the neck brace.
He rode down to the cafeteria in the go kart with spiderman. Caymen got some lunch and then went back to his room. The doctor had Caymen walk down the hall. The doctor's evaluation and the x-ray results showed that Caymen will be released today and is COMING HOME!!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!!
God is a faithful and great God! Psalm 30:5 "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Friends + Mac & Cheese = Progress
This has been such an encouraging day! Caymen has become more alert and talkative, and he was very excited to see some of his friends. He has not slept as much today, which has been good. The barium test went well and showed his ability to swallow is good. He is cleared to eat whatever he wants. He enjoyed some macaroni and cheese today along with some sprite.
Caymen still needs to be able to get up and walk on his own. Also, during the trauma doctors examination he has to be able to tell them if he has any pain in his neck. If this clears ok, then they will be able to remove the neck brace. Please continue to pray that the neck brace will be removed as soon as possible.
Caymen has been receiving a different pain medication by mouth and a drug that reduces nausea. These both have seemed to help him.
We are grateful for the progress in the short amount of time. God has been so faithful to us! Thank you for all of your continued prayer for Caymen and the Ivey family. Visiting hours are limited so Caymen and the family can get adequate rest.
As a reminder please mention a word of prayer for Nobale and her family (one year old girl in ICU who was hit by a car). She is not doing well. Also, pray for the salvation of the family.
Caymen still needs to be able to get up and walk on his own. Also, during the trauma doctors examination he has to be able to tell them if he has any pain in his neck. If this clears ok, then they will be able to remove the neck brace. Please continue to pray that the neck brace will be removed as soon as possible.
Caymen has been receiving a different pain medication by mouth and a drug that reduces nausea. These both have seemed to help him.
We are grateful for the progress in the short amount of time. God has been so faithful to us! Thank you for all of your continued prayer for Caymen and the Ivey family. Visiting hours are limited so Caymen and the family can get adequate rest.
As a reminder please mention a word of prayer for Nobale and her family (one year old girl in ICU who was hit by a car). She is not doing well. Also, pray for the salvation of the family.
A Good Morning Start
Caymen slept well through the night and was able to get some much needed rest. Praise God! He had another CT scan this morning that came back normal. Today, physical and occupational therapy will evaluate his motor and movement skills. With the physical therapy they will try to get him to move and sit up with the ultimate goal of walking. Pray for great steps of progress to be made.
We are so excited and thanking God because Caymen ate some pudding with medicine in it. He will be having a barium swallow test to make sure that he can swallow properly. If everything looks good then he will be able to continue to eat on his own. Please continue to pray that he is able to swallow and will not have to get a feeding tube.
He continues to have pain in his head, but is the most awake he has been. He is currently watching the spiderman movie for a few minutes! Thank you for all your prayers during this time as we work through this process.
Please continue to pray for Ariel and Asthon, who were at home when the accident happened, and had to deal with the initial response. Thank you all so much for your prayers!
We must continue to stand on the word and promises of God.
Psalm 51:22 "Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall."
1 Peter 5:7 "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
We are so excited and thanking God because Caymen ate some pudding with medicine in it. He will be having a barium swallow test to make sure that he can swallow properly. If everything looks good then he will be able to continue to eat on his own. Please continue to pray that he is able to swallow and will not have to get a feeding tube.
He continues to have pain in his head, but is the most awake he has been. He is currently watching the spiderman movie for a few minutes! Thank you for all your prayers during this time as we work through this process.
Please continue to pray for Ariel and Asthon, who were at home when the accident happened, and had to deal with the initial response. Thank you all so much for your prayers!
We must continue to stand on the word and promises of God.
Psalm 51:22 "Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall."
1 Peter 5:7 "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
A Peaceful Night
Caymen has had an overall good day. He is now resting peacefully. Pray that he continues to sleep throughout the night, and that Pastor Mark and Tiffany also, have a chance to get some much needed rest. We are continuing to pray for a quick recovery and complete restoration.
Isaiah 53:5 "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed."
Isaiah 53:5 "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed."
The Ivey Family
Caymen Grant Ivey - 6 yrs old
The Ivey Family -
Pastor Mark, Tiffany, Ariel, Ashton & Caymen
Little Steps of Progression
Caymen has been moved from the ICU to the progressive unit. He is still sleeping most of the time and doing better. When he wakes up he is still groggy, and the doctors want him to become more alert and aware of his surroundings.
Caymen will be evaluated by physical and speech therapists to determine his motor responses and his ability to swallow. He has not yet eaten anything on his own. He needs to eat within the next twenty four hours or so, otherwise they have to put in a feeding tube. His head still hurts pretty bad and they cannot sedate him anymore, because it suppresses his motor skills. These are normal responses for this type of injury.
We know Caymen does have four (originally thought two) skull fractures, which will eventually heal on their own. His left eyes is bruised and swollen shut; this will also heal on its own. He does not have any other broken bones or internal injuries we are aware of at this time.
We are encouraged with each step of progression along this road to Caymen's complete recovery and restoration. Please continue to pray for Caymen to begin to eat on his own and to become increasingly more aware and awake.
We cannot adequately express how thankful we are for God's grace and each and everyone of your prayers! We serve a mighty and awesome God!
Again we thank everyone for the prayers and support, and visiting hours are from 5-7 pm and depend upon Caymen's condition at the time.
Please continue to remember the many other children in the hospital who are in need of prayer. There is a one year old girl who was hit by a vehicle, while her parents were taking her for a walk in her stroller. All of her bones from the waist down are broken, her brain is swelling, and she has an infection. The child's name is Nobale. Her parents are young and do not know the Lord. Please pray for the purpose of God in this family and that the Lord would show himself in a powerful way to the parents. With the power of God the miraculous can happen!
Caymen will be evaluated by physical and speech therapists to determine his motor responses and his ability to swallow. He has not yet eaten anything on his own. He needs to eat within the next twenty four hours or so, otherwise they have to put in a feeding tube. His head still hurts pretty bad and they cannot sedate him anymore, because it suppresses his motor skills. These are normal responses for this type of injury.
We know Caymen does have four (originally thought two) skull fractures, which will eventually heal on their own. His left eyes is bruised and swollen shut; this will also heal on its own. He does not have any other broken bones or internal injuries we are aware of at this time.
We are encouraged with each step of progression along this road to Caymen's complete recovery and restoration. Please continue to pray for Caymen to begin to eat on his own and to become increasingly more aware and awake.
We cannot adequately express how thankful we are for God's grace and each and everyone of your prayers! We serve a mighty and awesome God!
Again we thank everyone for the prayers and support, and visiting hours are from 5-7 pm and depend upon Caymen's condition at the time.
Please continue to remember the many other children in the hospital who are in need of prayer. There is a one year old girl who was hit by a vehicle, while her parents were taking her for a walk in her stroller. All of her bones from the waist down are broken, her brain is swelling, and she has an infection. The child's name is Nobale. Her parents are young and do not know the Lord. Please pray for the purpose of God in this family and that the Lord would show himself in a powerful way to the parents. With the power of God the miraculous can happen!
Wednesday Afternoon
Last night was a good night and Caymen is more responsive today. He said "Hey" to his dad and that he loved him. Praise God!
He will be moved today from the ICU to a progressive floor. Caymen still has the neck brace on and until he can adequately communicate with the doctors about where he hurts he must leave it on. He has yet to take any food or drink by mouth. Pray that he will today and that he won't have to have a feeding tube.
Caymen has significant pain in his head from the injury. For recovery purposes general visitation is limited from 5-7 pm. Our heartfelt thanks for your continued prayers and support. We appreciate everyone who has communicated their love to us through phone calls, emails, and this blog.
Please remember the many children here who also need our prayers. Men should always pray and not give up. Luke 18:1 "Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up."
He will be moved today from the ICU to a progressive floor. Caymen still has the neck brace on and until he can adequately communicate with the doctors about where he hurts he must leave it on. He has yet to take any food or drink by mouth. Pray that he will today and that he won't have to have a feeding tube.
Caymen has significant pain in his head from the injury. For recovery purposes general visitation is limited from 5-7 pm. Our heartfelt thanks for your continued prayers and support. We appreciate everyone who has communicated their love to us through phone calls, emails, and this blog.
Please remember the many children here who also need our prayers. Men should always pray and not give up. Luke 18:1 "Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up."
Continuing On
Caymen has had a restful night. He finally got to sleep around 11:00 p.m. and has been sleeping through the night. He woke up one time to go to the bathroom. He was only awake for about ten minutes and there was no thrashing and very limited crying. The family has also, been able to get some rest throughout the night. Please continue to pray for Caymen and his family on this journey to complete recovery and victory.
1 Thess. 5:24 "The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it."
God has proven himself so faithful throughout the ages to those who call on his name. I believe there will be complete victory in the life of Caymen. All the glory and honor will be given to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is through the blood of Christ that genuine salvation, healing, and restoration is found for every need - spiritual, emotional, and physical. Glory, honor and praise to God the Father who has brought Caymen and the Ivey Family this far and will continue to pour out His spirit upon them. Prayer warriors keep on praying for the Ivey Family and for the needs in each of your own lives and those who you know.
Pastor Mark and Tiffany are so thankful for all the prayers and support. Many of you have called and left messages. However, because they cannot have their cell phones on in the room and want to spend as much time with Caymen they have been unable to return messages. Also, there is very limited cell phone reception in hospital. Thank you to everyone who has called and left their messages of love and support.
1 Thess. 5:24 "The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it."
God has proven himself so faithful throughout the ages to those who call on his name. I believe there will be complete victory in the life of Caymen. All the glory and honor will be given to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is through the blood of Christ that genuine salvation, healing, and restoration is found for every need - spiritual, emotional, and physical. Glory, honor and praise to God the Father who has brought Caymen and the Ivey Family this far and will continue to pour out His spirit upon them. Prayer warriors keep on praying for the Ivey Family and for the needs in each of your own lives and those who you know.
Pastor Mark and Tiffany are so thankful for all the prayers and support. Many of you have called and left messages. However, because they cannot have their cell phones on in the room and want to spend as much time with Caymen they have been unable to return messages. Also, there is very limited cell phone reception in hospital. Thank you to everyone who has called and left their messages of love and support.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
So Much Pain for Such a 'Little Man'
Caymen is being to wake up more. As he is beginning to wake up, he is beginning to realize and feel the pain. With this comes thrashing around and lots of crying. Please continue to pray for Caymen's complete restoration and for the spirit of peace for Pastor Mark, Tiffany, Ariel, and Ashton. God has used this family in so many ways and they have touched the lives of many. His plan is to continue to use them in even greater and mighty ways!
As he is become more conscious suggested visiting hours are from 5-7 p.m. so that Caymen will have adequate time to rest.
As he is become more conscious suggested visiting hours are from 5-7 p.m. so that Caymen will have adequate time to rest.
A Slow, Long Road
Caymen continues to remain in ICU but has had a good day. He has woken up off and on all day. He only wakes up for a brief period here and there before going back to sleep. He has started using the bathroom and has gone about four times now without a catheder. When he wakes up he is slowly becoming more responsive - noticing that there was something different with his eye (swollen and bruised), trying to move around, and can answer questions. The last time he did wake up he asked for "mommy." This was the first time he has asked for her. Each little step is so encouraging. Praise God!
God is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in the life of little Caymen Grant Ivey.
God is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in the life of little Caymen Grant Ivey.
Still Fighting...
Caymen will spend another night in the ICU. He is visibly responsive at times, but still continues to sleep, and the doctors want him to become more responsive.
He is going to have a feeding tube put in for nourishment. Please pray for him to be able to urinate on his own without the use of pediatric catheters.
Also, there is a little girl in the room next to Caymen. Her whole family was hit while walking. She is one year old and is in very critical condition. Please pray for her as well.
Thank you all for you many hours of prayer! Keep on praying!
He is going to have a feeding tube put in for nourishment. Please pray for him to be able to urinate on his own without the use of pediatric catheters.
Also, there is a little girl in the room next to Caymen. Her whole family was hit while walking. She is one year old and is in very critical condition. Please pray for her as well.
Thank you all for you many hours of prayer! Keep on praying!
Tuesday Afternoon
Thank you everyone for all your prayer and support. The lastest on little Caymen Grant is that there are more fractures than they initially thought; however, there is still no swelling. Also, they are reducing and trying to wean him off the morphine. Pray for his continued recovery and that he will soon be moved from ICU.
When I sat down this morning to spend some time with Jesus, I glanced up to see what I had written about yesterday and then went back to the scripture I had read hours before Caymen's accident:
Psalm 145:17-21
The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them. The LORD watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. My mouth will speak in praise of the LORD. Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.
Caymen has been made in the likeness of God and is in truly loved by Him. God has proven Himself so faithful and near to the many who have called on His name for this precious boy. The Lord is watching over Caymen, Pastor Mark, Tiffany, Ariel and Ashton. Words of praise and exaltation of God's glory and greatness will come from the mouth and heart of Caymen. Continue to praise Jesus even in times of trials, struggles, and worry. Jesus loves you!
~Sarah Parris
When I sat down this morning to spend some time with Jesus, I glanced up to see what I had written about yesterday and then went back to the scripture I had read hours before Caymen's accident:
Psalm 145:17-21
The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them. The LORD watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. My mouth will speak in praise of the LORD. Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.
Caymen has been made in the likeness of God and is in truly loved by Him. God has proven Himself so faithful and near to the many who have called on His name for this precious boy. The Lord is watching over Caymen, Pastor Mark, Tiffany, Ariel and Ashton. Words of praise and exaltation of God's glory and greatness will come from the mouth and heart of Caymen. Continue to praise Jesus even in times of trials, struggles, and worry. Jesus loves you!
~Sarah Parris
The Results
From the last CT scan the doctors can tell Caymen has two skull fractures. The scan still shows no swelling in the brain. Praise God!
Caymen is still vomiting and will be monitored closely today to see when he can be moved from the ICU.
Thanks for your continued love, prayers, and support!
Caymen is still vomiting and will be monitored closely today to see when he can be moved from the ICU.
Thanks for your continued love, prayers, and support!
Tuesday Morning
Caymen just had another CT scan. We will know the results in one - two hours.
He is still sleeping. His vomiting seems to have subsided for now, after he was given additional medication.
Please continue to pray. We will update you with the results of the CT scan when we know more.
He is still sleeping. His vomiting seems to have subsided for now, after he was given additional medication.
Please continue to pray. We will update you with the results of the CT scan when we know more.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Continue to Pray
Here is the latest update on Caymen's condition. The neurosurgeon did an additional reading of the CAT scan. This additional reading revealed some bleeding inside the skull from the skull fracture. If it doesn't bleed anymore it will take care of itself. Another CAT scan will be done early Tuesday morning.
Caymen has also had some vomiting and nausea due to the head injury and trauma. They have given him some medicine to help ease his nausea.
Please continue to pray for complete recovery and restoration to Caymen Grant.
Caymen has also had some vomiting and nausea due to the head injury and trauma. They have given him some medicine to help ease his nausea.
Please continue to pray for complete recovery and restoration to Caymen Grant.
The Accident
Around 1:15 Monday afternoon, Caymen was having a fun summer day enjoying his scooter. When Caymen pulled out of his home's driveway and headed across the road, a neighbor driving a suburban vehicle hit Caymen on his side, causing him to roll under the vehicle--missing the tires by just a few inches. From the garage, Caymen's older brother Ashton (who saw the accident) yelled his name, and ran out to find him underneath the vehicle.
As Ashton ran inside to call 911, Ariel, the eldest, having heard Ashton's scream, ran to Caymen and crawled beneath the vehicle to console her little brother. There was no response, as he was unconscious. Meanwhile, Ashton called their Dad, who was at the church office along with their Mom. After placing the call, Ashton ran back to the accident and crawled under the vehicle to join Ariel and Caymen beneath the heavy vehicle.
A first responder arrived within five minutes, and Caymen regained consciousness and began to cry shortly before the EMS arrived. Pastor Mark arrived about 10 minutes before the EMS left, and Tiffany arrived just in time to ride on the ambulance with Caymen. The paramedics wanted to life flight him to the hospital in Charlotte (it has a more capable trauma center than the local hospital in Lincolnton), but because of the weather, they had to use the ambulance to transport him to the Carolina Medical Center.
The ambulance paramedics anticipated that Caymen would have brain and internal injuries, but thankfully, the MRI revealed only skull fractures, which heal easily. He is currently in the ICU at the Levine Children's hospital, where they are keeping a close 72-hour watch on him, hoping for no brain swelling.
Please continue to pray for Caymen's continued healing and recovery. Thank you all for your prayers and support. We will continue to update you on Caymen's recovery as we receive more information.
As Ashton ran inside to call 911, Ariel, the eldest, having heard Ashton's scream, ran to Caymen and crawled beneath the vehicle to console her little brother. There was no response, as he was unconscious. Meanwhile, Ashton called their Dad, who was at the church office along with their Mom. After placing the call, Ashton ran back to the accident and crawled under the vehicle to join Ariel and Caymen beneath the heavy vehicle.
A first responder arrived within five minutes, and Caymen regained consciousness and began to cry shortly before the EMS arrived. Pastor Mark arrived about 10 minutes before the EMS left, and Tiffany arrived just in time to ride on the ambulance with Caymen. The paramedics wanted to life flight him to the hospital in Charlotte (it has a more capable trauma center than the local hospital in Lincolnton), but because of the weather, they had to use the ambulance to transport him to the Carolina Medical Center.
The ambulance paramedics anticipated that Caymen would have brain and internal injuries, but thankfully, the MRI revealed only skull fractures, which heal easily. He is currently in the ICU at the Levine Children's hospital, where they are keeping a close 72-hour watch on him, hoping for no brain swelling.
Please continue to pray for Caymen's continued healing and recovery. Thank you all for your prayers and support. We will continue to update you on Caymen's recovery as we receive more information.
Snoring
Thank you everyone one for all the prayer and support.
They have taken out the ventilation tube and Caymen is snoring. It is the sound of the snoring that normally keeps them awake at night but on this night it is a very joyous sound. Keep on praying. More updates to come.
They have taken out the ventilation tube and Caymen is snoring. It is the sound of the snoring that normally keeps them awake at night but on this night it is a very joyous sound. Keep on praying. More updates to come.
Ways to Help the Ivey Family
If you would like to help the family you can drop off any of the items at the church office. We will have someone bring them a care package to the hospital.
- Peppermints
- Gum
- Juice Boxes
- Water
- Hand Sanitizer
- Tissues
- Wipes
- Candy
- Cracker Packs
- Hot Cocoa
- Pretzels
- Fruit
- Chocolate
- Trail Mix
- Nuts
- Lip Balm
- Hand Lotion
- Gas gift cards
- Restaurant gift cards
- Coloring book and crayons
- Thank you cards
- Stamps
- Journal and pens
Caymen loves Spiderman!!!!
Caymen Grant Ivey
7-6-09
Caymen was hit by a car while playing this afternoon at home. Medical emergency transported him to the Carolina Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. After the initial check from the doctor, the doc said Caymen's condition was stable. Caymen does have several skull fractures. He does not have any bleeding in the brain or swelling. They are still monitoring the swelling, so please pray that no swelling will develop. His vitals were all ok - temperature, heart rate, etc. Continue to pray....
We will try to update as more info is received.
Caymen was hit by a car while playing this afternoon at home. Medical emergency transported him to the Carolina Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. After the initial check from the doctor, the doc said Caymen's condition was stable. Caymen does have several skull fractures. He does not have any bleeding in the brain or swelling. They are still monitoring the swelling, so please pray that no swelling will develop. His vitals were all ok - temperature, heart rate, etc. Continue to pray....
We will try to update as more info is received.
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