Holding For a Breath…(An Update from Angie)
This is a difficult post for #GoTeamGray to write, as Angie has asked us to translate her thoughts into an update.
“I don’t have the strength to do it.” she said, as she asked us to write the following.
On Tuesday night, Will was having difficulty breathing. Angie called the nurse and the doctor, who came over to drain the fluid surrounding his lungs. Sadly, this procedure (which is necessary to relieve pressure) caused Will to vomit.
Because of Will’s decreased strength, vomiting caused Will to aspirate. This incident brought about a call to 911 and a transfer to ICU.
Unfortunately, those efforts to lessen Will’s discomfort resulted in the worsening of his pneumonia. Will was never really able to catch his breath from these attempts, and thus has not breathed comfortably.
Last night (Wednesday), as Will’s condition declined, Angie was presented with the decision none of us wish upon anyone – Add a tube to assist in Will’s breathing or let him slip away.
As Angie said, “I didn’t know what to do. We have talked about doing everything to help Will live, but also how we don’t want to unnecessarily prolong his life.”
In the end, Angie opted for the breathing tube for a few days to see if Will gains any strength or consciousness.
At the time of this post (Thursday morning, 8:30 am PST), Will is still alive, but according to Angie, “barely responsive.”
Her update ends there, as we’re sure she is held tightly to his side, clinging to the earthly love still beating beside her. We at #GoTeamGray will send all the strength, peace, clarity, prayers, love, comfort we can. After all, with an average of 4000 visitors per day to this site alone, we know that Will and Angie are encased in a very tangible love.
We will continue to update as we learn more. In the meantime, your prayers and positive thoughts are coveted.
#GoTeamGray
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25 Comments
Kim Godawa
July 25, 2013We are praying for you right now – what hope we have knowing that He is there with you – His presence right there with you.
Jessica Dumas
July 25, 2013May God continue to keep is loving arms around you all!! Keeping the Gray/Ross family uplifted in prayer!!!
Janet
July 25, 2013Praying that the Lord would comfort you as you go through this time.
Jon and Joan
July 25, 2013Praying!
Jamie Phillips Durant
July 25, 2013Listening to this song and praying God’s peace and comfort for you all!
Christ is risen from the dead
Trampling over death by death
Come awake, come awake!
Come and rise up from the grave
Christ is risen from the dead
We are one with him again
Come awake, come awake!
Come and rise up from the grave
Oh death! Where is your sting?
Oh hell! Where is your victory?
Oh Church! Come stand in the light!
The glory of God has defeated the night!
Christ is Risen-Matt Maher
Fenesha G
July 25, 2013Will and Angie,
You all are in our prayers and we think of you often. Hold steadfast to God and trust in Him. You have an amazing support group to which I hope that you can gain strength and courage to do what is best. May God continue to be with you both and the family.
marcia lowery
July 25, 2013May our Lord and Savior continue to wrap His loving arms around both of you and comfort you. We continue to pray. Love you both!
Claire
July 25, 2013Praying for both of you this week and especially today. May The Lord strengthen and hold on to both of you even as you experience the darkest of eArthly valleys. Your anchor holds within the veil. Your anchor is Christ. Much love a d prayers.
Patty
July 25, 2013Asking the Lord to embrace you both tonight and hold you gently in His arms.
Ime and Luis
July 25, 2013Just learned of your struggle today. Our hearts are knit with yours. We are praying for you. God is in your midst. His love and mercy will never fail you.
Melissa Gaynor
July 25, 2013Have been keeping up with goteamgray updates & thinking about you, praying for you and continually amazed and inspired by your strength and grace. Sending love and prayers.
Sue Frederick-Heineman
July 25, 2013Will, Angie, and families-
Continuing to lift you up in prayer.
Sue
Dan Vukovits family
July 25, 2013Praying for you all.
Barbara hargis
July 25, 2013Praying God’s peace and a calm spirit for Will and Angie. We continue to ask for healing. We know You can make a way where there is no way. Above all dear Father hold Will and Angie close. Don’t let there be a second that they are not aware of Your nearness and abiding presence.
Richard and Alethea McClain
July 25, 2013Praying for continued strength and comfort to Will, Angie, The Gray and Ross Families.
Joanne
July 25, 2013Blessings to you. Prayers for wisdom, for peace, for grace.
Rachael Camp
July 25, 2013Praying so hard for peace and comfort and strength–for Will, Angie, and the Ross family.
Benjamin
July 25, 2013Praying for Jesus to restore Will’s health and give Angie incomparable strength along with their extended family/
Brenda & Derek Cruz
July 25, 2013praying for peace and comfort….
donna whitmer n family
July 25, 2013Prayin for strength of the family n him!!
EliZabeth Woods
July 25, 2013Praying for comfort for both of these sweet souls. B
Ron/Cheryl Martin Eaker
July 25, 2013Prayers for Will and Angie, and families. As God watches over them both, we pray that His will be done with Will’s life, as it is in His hands. We pray for his comfort, and know that God will provide this until he goes home.
shannon
July 25, 2013I pray that God gives u both the strength and comfort. Keep the faith .
The Nolen & Byars
July 25, 2013MAY GODS WILL BE DONE ..LORD HELP THEM HOLD THEM TIGHTLY NOW FOR YOU ARE OUR STRENGTH
Babs
July 25, 2013Praying for the both of you, for love, peace and comfort.