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
Michelle Brown
July 26, 2013My heart breaks for you and I will lift you up to our God for an extra measure of His saving grace.
May our God who knows all suffering give you His peace and strength to endure. May He fill your hearts with His presence so that you will feel unmistakably the love and comfort that are found in Him.
Elise
July 26, 2013No matter what happens, you are bound forever in love even if Will goes ahead of us to God. “Why have you forsaken me?” agony is part of the human experience and Jesus knows that feeling.
Well done, you good and faithful lovers.
“There is nothing to worry about. This is the gladdest and most final of all secrets which I suspect the whole human family since the world began has glimpsed always in its holiest dreams.” (Frederick Buechner)
Leesa
July 26, 2013My thoughts are with you during this terrible time… I’m so sorry to hear this.
Jerry S. Herbert
July 26, 2013Still praying…
Brittany
July 26, 2013I’m a friend of Nattie’s in DC, and we’ve been praying for you guys together since last fall. I read Psalm 40 this morning and am praying it for you today:
“But may all who seek you
rejoice and be glad in you;
may those who love your salvation
say continually, ‘Great is the Lord!’
As for me, I am poor and needy,
but the Lord takes thought for me.
You are my help and my deliverer;
do not delay, O my God!” v. 15-17
Laurie Dhonau
July 26, 2013praying . . .
Joy
July 26, 2013Continuing to send love and prayers!
Brandon
July 26, 2013I’m terribly sorry to read of both of your suffering. Thoughts are with you two.
Nicole Gladwin
July 26, 2013Angie and Will,
Kelvin and I are still praying! I pray that God will bring healing and comfort!
Much love!
Nicole
Allie
July 26, 2013We hear you, we love you. God heard you and He loves you.
I understand, and I am so sorry. We will continue to pray. We are all here for you and still fighting. Will and Angie, you are the purest example of true love. The inextricable bonds between you two and the faith you hold is beyond compare. You both have demonstrated extraordinary courage and resilience.
Not a day has passed since I heard of you and met you that you both haven’t crossed my mind. I am praying for mercy and hope, and send you my love from LA.
Caitlin
July 25, 2013I’m so sorry.
Chad
July 25, 2013Will & Angie,
We’ve never met but have mutual friends. My wife, Kerbi, and I have been praying for you both. I don’t have the words to say much, just know we are praying for you.
-Chad
Bonnie Hinson
July 25, 2013Will and Angie, you both continue to be in my prayers. I lost my husband to cancer two years ago so I know the pain you are going through. God will give you both strength.
Stephanie Wheeler
July 25, 2013I have never met you, Will and Angie, but I was introduced to your story and circumstances on Easter Sunday as I sat in church and saw your video. My heart was immediately touched by seeing and hearing your story and I began to pray. Every day since then when my eyes open in the morning, I lay in bed praying for Will and you, Angie. I keep the Go Team Gray sight open on my iPad browser to keep up to date. I’ve thought many times of sending along some well wishes and prayers and never have until now. Unfortunately, I have been in your circumstances at this time with the breathing tube decision. My heart goes out to you as that was the most difficult decision of my life. I am praying for you both fervently.
Jeanna
July 25, 2013Praying for strength for you both, Angie and Will. Keeping the faith, keeping the hope. Go Team Gray!
Jamie
July 25, 2013Praying and praying some more. Sending so much love to you both.
Janelle & Adam
July 25, 2013Praying and sending lots of love. We love you Will & Angie!!!!
Donna Palmer
July 25, 2013Praying for you all.
brandy long
July 25, 2013Praying constantly …..only God knows keep ya faith and continue to lean.
Becky
July 25, 2013I don’t know you, Angie and Will , but my prayers are with you for comfort for you both and your family’s……
Bev
July 25, 2013Listening to Philip, Craig and Dean sing “Lord, let the light of your love shie on us” and praying that the Light who came into this dark place would be shining on Will and Angie and ther families right now.
Lauren Miller
July 25, 2013No words, only the deepest cry for mercy and healing. We love you guys. God is good, even in this darkness. We serve an almighty King,
Paula Stockdale
July 25, 2013Praying for you and Will Angie, I feel like I know you but we have never met, but that does not stop me from praying God will strengthen you and his will be done for Will. I also pray for the Ross family, The Gray’s and the Tharpe family. May God’s peace be with you.
Paula and James Stockdale
Carrie Furr
July 25, 2013Oh, Angie. There are no words. I pray that you will feel the prayers of all your friends and loved ones upholding you and Will. We love you.
Christina O'Connor
July 25, 2013Will and Angie,
Although I’ve never met you I’ve had a huge burden for you. I watched Broke and was so blessed by that. I live in MA and my church has been praying for weeks. I pray for God’s healing to sweep over you and comfort you with the peace that passes all understanding. Xoxo