Satruday, November 29th, 7:30 AM

We just spoke with the head trauma doctor about an hour ago as he had a lot of information to fill us in on.

Earlier this morning the neurologist was very concerned. They were starting to take him off of the pain medications to monitor his reactions, and he wasn't seeming to react at all. So, they decided that they needed to put a brain monitor in, which is a very small procedure, just to monitor the pressure and make sure that the pressure was under 20. It was!! His not reacting could simply be because he was under so much sedation that it was taking rather long for him to come out of any of it. There was a slight fever this morning as well, but a simple dose of Tylenol has taken care of that. Through the night his condition has remained the same. Great heart rate, blood pressure, still at 22% on the ventilator.

Over the next couple of days they are going to really be tackling some major areas of concern. Today, before anything else is done, they are going to put a filter in his abdomen to prevent any blood clots in his legs from reaching the lungs that already have had major complications. Any more could be very critical. So, they're going to put the filter in first so that they can do some work on his right leg today. They are hoping to be able to flush out the wounds as well as put a rod in. the rod may have to wait depending on how everything goes. There's also a big wound on his right elbow that needs to be flushed out. All of this is to prevent any room for infection. They are being very vigilant concerning that because the risk of any infection is extremely serious as he is already fighting so much. . . .That's the extent of what they are doing today. Tomorrow is the main procedure on his face. They are wiring his jaw shut tomorrow as well as possibly putting some plates in his chin and cheeks - depending on the extent of the injuries. They will not know the full extent of each of the breaks until they go into surgery. Some of his bones facial bones could heal on their own. It just depends on how bad the breaks actually are. The surgery is scheduled for 7:00 AM tomorrow, but we're being told that may change, as any surgery time could.

They are really hoping to be able to close his abdomen either Monday or Tuesday. the reason being - with each procedure more fluids are being given to Jonathan. When that happens that causes this abdomen to swell. If that continues it could cause his bowls to push out and we would have major issues if that occurred. So, they are really adamant about starting to close his abdomen early on this week. It's a good probability that they will have to close it little by little because of the tremendous amount of swelling, but even starting to close it Monday or Tuesday would elevate the high risk of infection as well as the safety of his bowls and any further complication.

We appreciate all of the prayers and are asking that you continue to spread the word of need for it. We've contacted so many, and they are passing the word as well. We know that people all across the world are lifting Jonathan up in prayer, and that is THE thing that he needs right now. We are so grateful to the staff here as they have been tremendous. I don't think that we could have asked for a more informative, caring and professional staff. We know medically he is in great hands, but we know that as he lays there fighting - he is in the hands of the Lord. We have seen God's faithfulness and His hand so much in the past few days. At times when doubt and fear come in - a good report follows soon after. He is so good!! . . .

With so many procedures over the next couples of days - we are going to be keeping visitors to a bare minimum. We know that Jonathan is greatly loved, and we are certain he knows that as well. Right now we know the desire to be near to him. Hence why the waiting room has transformed into the Newman camp out. :) Even so, we need to make sure that he is getting his rest and not being strained by too many people in and out of the room. Of course, the waiting room is available for those that just want to be close. More than anything - your prayers are what He needs. . .If at any time you check back and see no further update it is simply that there has been nothing further to report just yet. I am trying my best to be thorough with these posts. We know there are so many that are waiting, watching and praying with us. Please, keep on! Continue to pray with us and rejoice with us as we see those prayers being answered with each improvement, every positive test result and the evident progress being made. We will keep you posted.