Update - Wednesday 5/5 @ 7pm

HE IS MOVING. What a great day so far. Kristian has really come a long way today.

About 20 minutes ago, the doctors took Kristian off the medicine that they were using to keep him paralyzed so he would not tear out all of his tubes and IVs. And about 15 minutes later, the little trooper's eye fluttered open to see his mommy standing over him. Now you might imagine that he was not very happy about all the tubes and stuff so after a slight increase in his sedatives and a soothing suggestion from mom, he closed his eyes, stopped struggling and drifted back to sleep. BUT HE IS NO longer paralyzed. The proof is that he is holding and squeezing our hands right now - with a little tear every now and then too.

We are hoping that he can remain stable like this (they have him in restraints so he cannot pull his tubes out) because in addition to taking him off the paralyzing medication, the docs were able to lower his ventilator pressure and the percentage of ventilator assisted oxygen.

His lungs are still under seige from the infection (or perhaps a better statement would be to say that the infection "fort" is now under seige from Kristian - and the battlements are showing signs of weakening).

Pray for a stable, uneventful night and we will see what tomorrow brings.

Thanks for your continued thoughts.

Scott

Dear Kristian,

You don't know me but I have gone to your Mom's spa and when I saw the note from your Dad that you were sick I told lots of people so they would pray for you and send get well wishes. I think that really helps. My nephew Matt was in Children's Hospital just like you. And he got better just like you. Try to listen to the doctors and your Mom and Dad and I know very soon you will be able to go home. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers so that you get well very quickly.

Milly

Dear Kerschbaumer Family,
I am Mr. Hadley, 5th grade teacher at O'Hara. I want you to know that I am thinking about you and your precious son Kristian. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I am very happy to hear that today was so positive for Kristian. Have a great night! If there is anything I can do to help you, please don't hesitate to ask. My prayers are with you!
Mr. Hadley

I miss you at school, Kristian! You missed a really boring test! My mom, brother and sister said lots of prayers for you tonight! I am sending a lego set your way so you have something to play with when you feel better! Come back soon!

Your Friend,

Nate and the Lazzara Family

Eva , Scott and Kristian , you have all been in my thoughts and prayers daily. The last update was great news. I hope the night goes better than you even expect! With thoughts prayers and well wishes~ kris