Hey guys, these are statuses from a facebook friend of mine. I don't know Colton, but he can certainly use all our prayers. Thanks everyone :) -shaina
"Yesterday, (tuesday) a friend of ours, Colton, who was serving in
Afghanistan, was in an IED explosion. He had to get both of his legs
amputated below the knee. Please keep him and his family in your
thoughts and prayers."
"We have an update on Colton, first, the good news: he's in good shape
under the circumstances, completely whole from the mid-thighs up with
just a little 'road rash' and possibly a broken wrist. They will be
extubating him later today, (thursday) removing breathing tube, etc. and he is, at
present, coming out of heavy sedation. Most likely, he has no idea what
has happened, at all. Today is the day he will realize the severity of
his injuries. While you're at it, apparently this hospital is just
slammed today with wounded warriors - please pray for all of them and
their families."
"We talked to Colton this morning (thursday) and he is doing soooo well!!! He was
not surprised at his condition and remembers everything that happened at
the explosion. He's in such good spirits that he and I both questioned
the nurse about whether it was just the meds and she said that he wasn't
on anything that would affect his spirits, just pain killer that makes
him drowsy, and not a whole lot at that!
He told us repeatedly not to worry and not to be sorry. No regrets,
he's just ready to move on and be with his family and friends. He's in
ICU in very serious condition, on account of his injuries, but doing
remarkably well. It was so wonderful to hear his voice and how positive
and motivated he is. He is an astounding man. He was so happy to know
that all of you are praying for him and thinking of him and wants me to
tell you all that he is very well! Thank you so much for traveling this
road with us. :)"
