MEDICAL UPDATE MONDAY 6:16 PM (Adult Language)
Well so far so good today nothing too major.
They are trying to get rid of the infection he has in his brain. They are not sure what is causing the infection or what the infection is so they are closely monitoring the situation and the reaction from each antibiotic they give him.
He was active today in bed moving his legs and arms. HE DID WAVE TO THE DR. AND TO CHELSEA!! Which is awesome.
He also cracked a couple smirks at me throughout the day and shook his head at me a couple times when I talked to him and let him know I knew he had some tricks up his sleeve to get at his feeding tube.
He absolutely hates his feeding tube and is not so stoked with his catheter either so he tries to pull these out.
He is very strong so we have to be quick and a little firm with him so he doesn't hurt himself. It is tough for him to get comfortable and he gets frustrated easily. He is still not computing what we say to him or commands as of yet but you can tell he is so close it feels like he is just below the surface.
He had to get an IV swapped today and since we want you to know his progress we think you should know what happens especially progress, so during this period he told the nurse "f*** y**" about 20 x's and a "that's not nice" straight at them. I had to hold his arm down as he was fighting through the IV process but he made it through okay. I explained to him what was going to happen before the process started so he knew what was coming.
To be clear, he is not speaking or replying to us when we talk to him. He does groan and when he gets angry with the nurses because of the constant stimulation he gets those 2 words out and lets them know he is unhappy with a good ol F.U.
It is good to hear his voice no matter how mottled or what he is saying.
So I say give em hell, it's all part of the fight !!! (It does make for a good laugh even for the nurses who are amazing)
D-
They are trying to get rid of the infection he has in his brain. They are not sure what is causing the infection or what the infection is so they are closely monitoring the situation and the reaction from each antibiotic they give him.
He was active today in bed moving his legs and arms. HE DID WAVE TO THE DR. AND TO CHELSEA!! Which is awesome.
He also cracked a couple smirks at me throughout the day and shook his head at me a couple times when I talked to him and let him know I knew he had some tricks up his sleeve to get at his feeding tube.
He absolutely hates his feeding tube and is not so stoked with his catheter either so he tries to pull these out.
He is very strong so we have to be quick and a little firm with him so he doesn't hurt himself. It is tough for him to get comfortable and he gets frustrated easily. He is still not computing what we say to him or commands as of yet but you can tell he is so close it feels like he is just below the surface.
He had to get an IV swapped today and since we want you to know his progress we think you should know what happens especially progress, so during this period he told the nurse "f*** y**" about 20 x's and a "that's not nice" straight at them. I had to hold his arm down as he was fighting through the IV process but he made it through okay. I explained to him what was going to happen before the process started so he knew what was coming.
To be clear, he is not speaking or replying to us when we talk to him. He does groan and when he gets angry with the nurses because of the constant stimulation he gets those 2 words out and lets them know he is unhappy with a good ol F.U.
It is good to hear his voice no matter how mottled or what he is saying.
So I say give em hell, it's all part of the fight !!! (It does make for a good laugh even for the nurses who are amazing)
D-
I have been following every entry and just had to tell you this one is hilarious and all such good signs of improvement! Keep on the good fight Cody and family !
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It (F.U.) is part of the fight and I know those 2 words have never sounded so sweet! Keep up the fight. Best of everything to Cody, friends and family.
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(USST Freestyle Director 1993-2008) - I don't personally know Cody, I know of him following him via USSA and his Freestyle friends (ok, that's how I know all the Marshalls). He is a good kid who has already done some good things. However, he has MANY more GREAT things to accomplish - he's not done here yet! There's much more to come from Cody, I know it.
With respect to the FU - there's definitely some satisfaction in that he's saying it AND using it in PROPER context! How great to hear.
Thinking every day of Cody, his family and ALL his fantastic caregivers. Great job everyone!!!
I'm in Heber - if you need anything let me know.
Hugs to all,
pjc
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Cody
keep being strong --Think Cody Strong
remember our run down east fall when u were five ---u got through that tight turn----cause u are Cody
u have always been the best ask Phil
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Go CODY GO!!! Good for you!!! How great it is to hear that you are coming back ... with a VENGEANCE!!! That's all good ... You're a tiger!!! You are SO strong ... noone can hold you down ... You're going to get thru this & it's going to be so much fun for you to look back at all these stories ...
All my thoughts and prayers and positive thoughts are with you ...
Love,
Carol
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Hey Cody,
I've been following your blog since the beginning. Sending you positive vibes every day. This update is the best. A good ol F!!! Y!!! doesn't get any better. I've used it playing tennis when everything is not going my way and boy does it feel good to use those two short words. To use it 20 times, YAHOO. You tell them Cody......Also,when you feel better you might want to say sorry to them, I had to do that too. Keep on fighting Cody!!!!!!!Phoebe
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Cody, I am ecstatic that you are awake and telling nurses off!! This news has put a huge smile on my face. Your incredible strength and determination is already paying off, and those uncomfortable IVs and catheters will be out sooner than you know. Have patience and stay strong- we are pulling for you and thinking of you constantly.
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Last year, after surgery I had to have an IP tube that pumped fluid from my stomach out through my nose for a few days. I absolutely hated it. I wanted to curse at everyone that made me keep it in. I couldn't really think of anything other than getting it out. So Cody, give them hell, just keep in mind that when it's time to take it out that the nurses are the ones that will do it and maybe you dont want to make them too mad. Just keep fighting and get well enough that you won't need the damn thing anymore.
I'm sending good vibes into the Universe for you. Go Cody go..
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Ahh... Words to my ears. F-U is a sure sign of a fighting spirit! Love to hear about the stubborn side of Cody! Keep fighting! I know that you have it in you.
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Good Man Cody.
We'll see you soon.
Keep up the great work Jesse,Chelsea, Barb,and Don.
I must admit I have told my fare share of Marshall stories lately and some have been painful ones!
JF
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Cody, keep those FUs coming! Snore all you want, get some quality zzzzzzzs and keep fighting.
-Peter
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YES!!! the day has arrived, i knew it wouldnt be long before you got those words out, i also had a feeling they would be some of your first. draven this entry was great, you definately had me laughing out loud. cody, sorry for sounding so excited about things that must be so frustrating to you, but i think you'd be just as excited as us if you were in the cheering section; any type of progress, especially the progress you've made in less than two weeks is absolutely amazing to hear. keep it up cody, you are doing great...get mad and kick ass!!!!!! positive thoughts, vibes, and everything else coming your way...kate
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This may sound odd but Cody is doing quite fine even with the admonishments. Thanks for the update.
It made me smile when I read it.
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CODY -
I think you need to sell another T-shirt on your website. Just have "F*** Y**" on the front and 'think Cody" on the back. They might move like hotcakes.
Keep working Cody. Things will start to get clearer and clearer for you. We are all thinking of you day and night back here in the Green Mountains. Can't wait to have you back at some point and go for a trail run down in Pittsfield.
The entire ELITEAM crew says hello and keep fighting.
lew
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We are so pleased to hear the progress. Keep up the battle!
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We are so encouraged by your progress. Keep up the fight!!! Love, Sima, Sam, Stacy and Margo
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Thank you so much for your daily updates on Cody. I think that everyone who cares feels so in touch with his progress, especially all of us here in Vermont. We're all here for you Cody, you're fighting real hard to get back. Keep up the good work! You have a wonderful family and friends to give you more strength to fight the fight!!
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I remember hearing a few months ago that using 'the F word or any other commonly used expletive can work to reduce physical pain'. I thought you would enjoy the article....
http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1910691,00.html
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Your entry made me laugh and think of an article I just read. Apparently, using the "F word or any other commonly used expletive can work to reduce physical pain." Check out the article below....Go Cody!
http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1910691,00.html
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FCUK yes!!! I love that his first few words were perfectly directed at his frustration --- the tubes!
I cannot imagine how uncomfortable they are for him ...
Kudos to the nurses for understanding his unique way of communicating!!
I think someone needs to be videotaping his reactions at this point to show him when he wakes, his very articulate language!
Too funny. Please keep us posted to more of what he says!!! That makes me laugh, smile and even more hopeful for a strong recovery.
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You all do not know me but I have been following your blog. I heard all the sirens the night Cody was injured and have since found out about Cody's injuries. I just want you to know I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Cody is one lucky guy to have such a wonderful support group around him. And I am sure this will be a major factor in his recovery. Isn't it amazing when we can be so happy when FU is used, I know I'm thrilled. Go Cody!
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Great news, Cody. This is the true Marshall spirit coming out. You have the strength and determination to keep up the fight! We are rooting for you. Go Cody!
Friends from Killington..Lisa and Ron
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Cody-- Yeah buddy... keep up the good work. You & your speedy recovery are always on our minds & we can't wait to see you in a few days.
Family-- For several weeks after his accident, Dane alternated between being combative as hell & giving me this sad little confused look & I know how hard it must be for you to be firm with him in order to protect him. Cody is an amazing person & his progress astounds me... I know in my heart that your constant presence, incredible love and guardianship makes all the difference.
Love & Light,
Jas & Dane
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Yay Cody!! I was so excited to read about all of your accomplishments over the last few days... you are making such great progress in such a short amount of time and I have no doubt that you'll be back sooner than anyone thinks, exceeding everyone's expectations, as I'm sure you've been doing your entire life. I have also been mad as hell about all the tubes, IVs, catheter, etc. at the hands of those U of U folks but be patient - they'll be gone before you know it.
Pete and I check on your progress every day, Cody, and we can't wait to talk to you in person. Keep fighting, stay strong... we're all rooting for you SO hard.
Love,
Carolyn & Pete
P.S. Thanks so much, Marshall family, for keeping those of us who can't be in Utah updated so regularly. It is so heartening to hear about Cody's progress and know he is surrounded by all of you.
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Daily I follow the medical updates which show how Cody is improving. I hope our prayers are helping. I'm so grateful for all the loving care the staff and family are giving to Cody every day. Keep struggling, Cody, and each day will show progress toward recovery. Much love always, Grandma Marshall
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You don' t know me but I live in UT and saw about Cody on the news. I have been following his progress. My Mom had a brain injury 8 years ago and she was the exact same way, and also said "F___ YOU_"many times to the doctors, which was quite funny coming from a 70 year old woman!! She did not recognize anyone, even her husband of 45 years or any of her kids, and all she said was F__ YOU to anyone who walked in the room, complete with the matching middle finger!! To see where she came from and where she is now is amazing, she is 99% recovered, she only has a slight problem remembering people's names and names of cities, but talking to her, you would never notice it. I know that Cody, being younger, will probably make a much better and faster recovery. Hang in there, it will be a challenge like nothing else your family has ever been through, but I guarantee he will get there!! Lots of strangers in Utah are praying for you guys!!
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Go Cody !! I just spent six weeks recovering and pass all the love and good karma folks gave me right on to you and the family . Keep up the good fight . much love and all my prayers
Egan
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