Friday, September 02, 2005

It's remarkable how Judah keeps hanging on. His oxygenation fell to as low as 78 this morning on 100% O2. Because Judah's passing is imminent, there was discussion as to whether or not to dialyze him today. Dr. Forman is ordering dialysis for Judah only because we've insisted that Judah's wishes to prolong his life be carried out. We've been told that it may buy Judah some time. Perhaps a day.
Right now his oxygenation is up to 88. His blood pressure is holding steady. Rabbi Josh Katzan has been with us all morning, and he read Vidui and the Sh'ma with us.
I believe that every hour more with Judah is worth a lifetime.

12 Comments:

At 10:08 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Be strong Judah...keep fighting my buddy. We are all with you...praying for you...loving you for your strength. I hope to see you soon my friend.
- Cindy C.

 
At 10:13 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Judah, your tenacity for life is inspiring!! Thank you for your spirit and your reminder of how lucky we all are to be alive.

Love,
Lindsay Stricke

 
At 10:23 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

every moment is precious, and you are so lucky to have this chance to be together. i consider it an honor to have been allowed into your lives in this way at this time. i consider myself blessed to know Judah, the little that I do.
Thank you for showing me strength. i continue to pray for you, Judah.

love
cindy rosenberg

 
At 10:37 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

We are wth you Judah. We will be strong for you even when you can't , Gary and I are sending our love to the entire White family at this very difficult time. You are not alone.

All our love, Lisa and Gary Lainer

 
At 10:37 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

We are wth you Judah. We will be strong for you even when you can't , Gary and I are sending our love to the entire White family at this very difficult time. You are not alone.

All our love, Lisa and Gary Lainer

 
At 11:00 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Its consoling to know that Josh is there with you to help you through this. Its amazing what God plans for us. Thank you Josh, and send our love and prayers to Judah for us.

Love Gina

 
At 11:00 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

may the malachei hasharet be with all of you as Judah leaves on his journey. may he be protected from fear and may all of you have the strength to accompany him as far as possible as he crosses to the other side, and into his father's presence.

nechama

 
At 11:04 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Judah -

I listened to you snore sharing our room in Israel and we had great laughs, our group of friends, doing ridiculous things. We've floated in and out of each other's lives, camp, Ulpan, this mess, but despite this loose tether, you are a hero to me, a real hero. I will forever hold you up as this and I can only look forward to one day seeing you and you can embarrass me, in your droll, gentle way, for being this raw.

White Family -
No one should ever have to be this strong and the love that you have for your son/brother is inspiring to everyone who knows you or reads these posts. So much love for one man.

Stacey and I have all of you in our hearts prayers.

JJ Meis

 
At 11:21 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Judah,
Our hearts are breaking. Your struggle and will to live empowered us all. May God be with you, protect and comfort you in your journey. Rest easy my gentle nephew. Rest easy.
Aunt Marsha

 
At 11:22 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Judah,
I am deeply moved and forever touched by your gracious and fiercely couragous fight. You have taught me much about life that I will always carry with me, and I thank you. I love you dearly. May this community of love surround you on your journey, and may your passage be peaceful. Love and peace to your family and all the many who love you. -Ilene W.

 
At 11:40 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Bless you all. Juda stay strong. Love and comfort. My thoughts are with you.

 
At 11:44 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Whites,
May you be blessed with Judah's strengh through every minute.

Judah because we know your wishes, I will not give up hope.
Love,
Susie

 

Post a Comment

<< Home