Dara is still fighting!

Hello everyone! Michelle here - I just spoke with Art and he wanted me to post another update for Dara - our mighty and strong fighter! She had another really rough night last night. Her doctor looked at her CT from yesterday and said that he was pleased with the results because it looks like 90% of the area is drained and now the area/hole can begin to heal. Her white blood count is not as high and it seems the CSF level is down. The CSF is still being drained through the tube in her spine. But, it still looks like she may have meningitis. She may be going home with a pump inserted in her that will pump antibiotics for 3 weeks. (Hey, maybe she can leave it in and pump margaritas through it??) The cultures on the meningitis are still growing, but we have faith and pray it has stopped in her body. They may still have to insert a shunt in her head with a tube going to her intestines. As of now, she won't be going home until Monday.

Art - thank you for being by her side and for all of the updates!! You are a perfect match for Dara! We appreciate all of your love and energy and attention on Dara!

Much love and hugs and kisses to Cousin Misty and Gramma and Grandpa Freed! Thank you for holding down the Freed Fort and Dara's family is so grateful for your love and kindness towards Dara. We have always appreciated how you have accepted her as a true daughter of your own.

Shane - Art really appreciates all you are doing for his studio. Thank you for keeping the ball rolling while he is away!

Personally, I stand amazed at the wonderful friends she has made on her street! I always hear how yall are taking Maddie to school, having the kids over to play and giving her rides. Julie and I have so much comfort from the love and support yall have shown our sister. We so wish we lived closer so we could help, but we count you as a blessing that you are her neighbor. A big hug and kiss from Texas and Colorado!

Dara, this will all be a distant memory one day with a great story to inspire others. Phil 4:13 says "For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength" and that even means a FULL RECOVERY! We love you so much! Your family!