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Home Ashley Her Family Patrick Preslee The accident Sunday Afternoon Update

Sunday Afternoon Update



Hi all, it's Aunt Nic again. I'm still at the hospital with little Preslee. Ash and Pat asked that I explain some of the medical stuff that is going on. When Preslee went into cardiac arrest, all of the blood rushed to her major organs to try to keep her alive. That has all been ok so far. Her little lungs and kidneys are all stabilizing. The hard part now is her brain. Because of the lack of oxygen, Preslee's little brain is swelling and there is nothing that the medical team can do. Her little brain will swell for awhile and so we wait....and wait....and wait...and love her and talk to her and hold her little hand and kiss he chubby cheeks. After 72 hours the swelling will start to subside and then we will see what happens from there. They will assess the brain damage and then go from there. Pat and ashley have read you comments and are so appreciative of all your thoughts and prayers. They have felt the power of your fasting. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
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37 comments:

  1. LisaJuly 11, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    Thanks for the updates - we are fasting for Preslee and praying for a miracle! We love you and wish for God's hands to hold you all.

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  2. gellyJuly 11, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    Thank you for the updates--we are all so concerned for Preslee and Ashley and Pat, it's nice to know what is happening.

    Hang in there! We love you.

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  3. Trevor and RebeccaJuly 11, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    Thanks Nichole!
    Ashley and Pat, We've been praying and praying for little Preslee ever since we've found out.. We love you guys so much! Please give Preslee a kiss for us!

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  4. Little Red HenJuly 11, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    We love you and are fasting and praying for a miracle for your sweet family! Love the Wahlquists

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  5. Chelsea NicoleJuly 11, 2010 at 4:29 PM

    Preslee is still cute as ever, when you look in her eyes you see her strong sweet spirit. Prayers will continue you your way.

    Love the Beckstrand's

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  6. Kevin and SuzanneJuly 11, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Ashley and Patrick,
    We are praying and fasting for your sweet little family.. Hang in there Preslee! We love you

    Love the Willmore family

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  7. Lee and Roni PostonJuly 11, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  8. Tyler and KelsieJuly 11, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    We love you guys! You are in our thoughts and prayers! May you feel the Lord's comforting hand at this time.
    Love,
    Brad, Tami, Jason, Kelsie, Karli, and Kendall Egbert

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  9. Chase & MeganJuly 11, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    Ash we just wanted to let you know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, preslee seems like a strong little girl, and she has great parents!!! Hang in there. I love you. Megz!!!

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  10. JeNnAJuly 11, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    I can;t stop thinking about you and even lsot sleep.... well worth it. I am constantly thinking and keeping a prayer in my heart! Love you much!

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  11. Leah StoneJuly 11, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    Paul and I are thinking of you and your family. We have been praying for you guys and a miracle. May God be with you and your family. Much love, Leah and Paul Stone

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  12. TeresaJuly 11, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    You are all in our prayers. All our children have heard and are praying also. Thank you for keeping us informed with the updates.
    Teresa Western

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  13. Kurt and MichelleJuly 11, 2010 at 5:24 PM

    Just wanted to let you know Presley's name has been placed on the prayer roll at the temple. Many, many people are fasting and praying. I hope you feel of their prayers and are strengthened beyond your own abilities. I believe in miracles!!!

    All our love, thoughts and prayers. The Rob Parkinson Family
    (Chad and Brittany's Family)

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  14. Denise RigbyJuly 11, 2010 at 5:31 PM

    Patrick and Ashley,
    We are fasting and praying for your sweet family.
    Love, Blair and Denise Rigby and family

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  15. ShariJuly 11, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    We are praying for you all there. Keep fighting.

    love,
    swimming grandma

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  16. Kaeli & KyleJuly 11, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    I cant stop thinking about you and your family! You are all in our prayers! Especially little Preslee!

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  17. My 'Little Womens' Mom!July 11, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    Thank you for the updates! We also have fasted and prayed for your peace and comfort. Our faith and prayers will continue to be with you. Aren't we blessed to know God lives and he loves us. With love and our best wishes, Dave and Barbara Hansen

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  18. AllyJuly 11, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    im not normally very religeous but I will pray for Preslee.
    You are a beautiful family.
    x

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  19. HarperJuly 11, 2010 at 7:49 PM

    We are praying for your family, and we know that Heavenly Father will bless you. You have a strong support system around you, and you are loved.

    Love,

    Tyler, Terrah and Miles Harper
    (Terrah is Heidi Davenport's oldest sister)

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  20. LorieJuly 11, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    We too are praying for you and your family. Thanks for keeping us updated on how Preslee is doing. She is in our hearts and prayers continually.
    Rob and Lorie Matthews

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  21. Megan MaughanJuly 11, 2010 at 8:22 PM

    Your family is in my prayers! Little Preslee is adorable, and she looks like such a strong little girl! You have a beautiful family =)
    -Kody & Megan Maughan

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  22. GenevieveJuly 11, 2010 at 8:32 PM

    ashley- i have been thinking about you all day today. you and pat, preslee, your families and the medical teams are all in my prayers. you are an amazing mother and she just seems to be the sweetest little girl. i've loved following your blog. please know that you will all continue to be in our prayers and we'll be thinking about you. stay strong ashley! love- jeremy and genevieve

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  23. RachJuly 11, 2010 at 8:38 PM

    Thanks for keeping us all updated. We think about you all the time and are praying for you. You guys are amazing!

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  24. KassieJuly 11, 2010 at 8:58 PM

    Your family has been constantly on my mind. We have fasted and prayed for you all. Love you guys so much. Hang in there!

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  25. Tate, MeriBeth, Presdee & MargieJuly 11, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    You and your little Pres are in our prayers. We love you guys and are thinking about you.

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  26. Adventures Of A Dairy Farmer's Family.July 11, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    Ash we are praying for you and your family.. May the Lord bless you. You guys are a great example of faith!!! Stay strong!!!

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  27. EmilyJuly 11, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    I have been thinking about you, Pat and Preslee all day, Sid. You are in the prayers of me and my family. We are praying for a miracle.

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  28. The SullengersJuly 11, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    We love you guys and are so grateful for all the miracles and blessings that are happening! You guys are definitely being looked after. Remember if you need us we are on the first plane out.

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  29. JanetJuly 11, 2010 at 10:14 PM

    Dear Ashley and Pat,

    We were so sorry to hear about little Preslee, but so grateful she is still fighting. Our prayers are with you. I will let my Ashely know what happened. I know she will want to know. We love you all.

    Janet Crawford

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  30. HeidiJuly 11, 2010 at 10:33 PM

    Thanks for the update Nic. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ashley, Pat and darling little Preslee.

    ~Heidi Arave (Trevor's Aunt)

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  31. bradJuly 11, 2010 at 10:43 PM

    Just wanted to say that I love ya bro.. You and ash stay strong and the Lord will comfort you in these times.. We are all here for you guys.

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  32. NicoleJuly 11, 2010 at 10:50 PM

    I just can't stop thinking of your sweet little family! You are in our prayers, and we send our love!

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  33. gardeningJuly 12, 2010 at 9:58 AM

    We are so sorry for this hard time you are going through. We are thinking of you constantly and praying for you all.

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  34. MandyJuly 12, 2010 at 12:59 PM

    My husband and I and our 4 kids are remembering Preslee in our prayers each night. We don't know you, but our prayers are with you. Hang in there!

    Brenchley Family

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  35. Connie GreeneJuly 14, 2010 at 1:18 AM

    I am Connie Greene, Jessica Greene's Aunt.
    I am at the University of Utah photographing a teen girls camp called "Be The Best You", There are 240 teens and 47 faculty members. Barbara Barrington Jones is the director of this program, Jessica is an Alumni of this camp. Jessica e-mailed me just before I was to leave for the Huntsman Cancer Center to participate in a service project for the Primary Childrens Hospital. The girls hand tied 240 fleese blankets to give to the hospital for the ill children.
    I told Barbara about your little precious daughter Preslee. Barbara announced it to the group of nearly 300 and asked that they all include Preslee and your family in their prayers each night at devotionals. The girls gave me a blanket to deliver to Preslee tomorrow for them.
    I know the power of Prayer!!!

    OUR PRAYERS ARE ALL WITH YOU!!

    Sincerely,

    Connie Greene
    conniegreene@mac.com

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  36. Scott+Kimber+Ruby=ScimbyJuly 15, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    I've never in my life prayed for a specific person that i've never met. (of course I pray for the missionaries, soldiers, etc. But never as individuals.) As I found out about your sweet little girl and what you are going through, I thought about my own little girl, and I could not fathom what you must be going through. I felt compelled SO strongly to pray for your Preslee and for your entire family. So I did. I knelt and prayed for people I've never met and I felt an imense amount of love for you.

    Just know, that complete strangers are on your side, and are pleading with Heavenly Father for your family. And I KNOW I'm not the only one!

    My prayers are still with you.
    -Kimber Holmstrom

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  37. Scott+Kimber+Ruby=ScimbyJuly 15, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    I've never in my life prayed for a specific person that i've never met. (of course I pray for the missionaries, soldiers, etc. But never as individuals.) As I found out about your sweet little girl and what you are going through, I thought about my own little girl, and I could not fathom what you must be going through. I felt compelled SO strongly to pray for your Preslee and for your entire family. So I did. I knelt and prayed for people I've never met and I felt an imense amount of love for you.

    Just know, that complete strangers are on your side, and are pleading with Heavenly Father for your family. And I KNOW I'm not the only one!

    My prayers are still with you.
    -Kimber Holmstrom

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