Joshua is showing some progress, but still has a long recovery ahead of him. He is suffering from extensive brain trauma, and had severe bleeding on his brain that is slowly being drained. The doctors are trying to keep his brain pressure down and stable before they can focus on his other injuries. Besides head injuries, Joshua has a broken jaw, ribs, clavicle, femur, two punctured lungs, and he shattered his left knee. He also has lesions on his liver and spleen. He has been unconscious the entire time, but today they are reducing his sedatives in an attempt to bring him back to some level of consciousness and to get him to open his eyes and respond more positively to requests to move his extremities. Since yesterday, he is able to move both of his arms and his toes on both feet. We talk to him whenever we are in his room and we think he can hear us. It is such a miracle he is still with us, and it gives us so much hope seeing him able to move. We know that so many people are praying for him and our family and I am sure that he can feel the love of so many.
Several people have asked how they can donate to Joshua because he does not have insurance and will not be working for a long time. Yesterday an account was set up at Zions bank and anyone who wishes can go into any Zions bank and donate to Joshua Tippets' donation account.
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Cordie~ I'm so glad to hear the update on Josh. I'm happy to see their is way for us to help out,I know every bit will help. Lacey
I am so sorry to hear that Josh and his family has to go thru this. But it is good to hear that he is showing some progress. We will keep you all in our prayers. Keep your chin up Tippits family, we know the Lord is keeping a close eye on you all:-)
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Hey guys, it is so hard when something like this happens. I hope that Josh's boys are doing okay. This must be so scary for them. Hang in there, you are all in our prayers. Thank you for the update.
Deidra
Cord, I'm glad Josh is still making positive progress. I still have people texting me wanting to know the day to day status with him. I want you to know that I love you, Hil, Lea, mom and dad soo much....When I was down there the other day sitting with all of you in the waiting room, it made me reflect on my own life and family, and how quick things can change in everyday life, inwhich you know scares me like crazy! But the Tippets are such a strong family and I admire that and look up to them all (thats including you cuz your a Tippets :). I hope everyday Josh does better and better.
Love ya.
Thank you for the update, I'm relieved to hear that Josh is able to move when asked to. I know that he has a long recovery ahead of him, but it's reassuring to know that he is so strong. I will keep praying for his recovery, and for your family. Also thank you for letting us know about the Zions account!
This makes me feel so much better! It is amazing to read about his progress in just a few days. I'm sure he knows you are all there for him and knows that he is loved so much. Keep us updated, love you!
Cordie and T
I am so glad I found your blog. Thanks for the updates. Josh and all of you are in my prayers. I know this is hard on all of you.
p.s. your kids are so darling.
elena crane sellers
cordie, don't you have a sister that lives in oregon somewhere?
Cordie, Thank you for the update as well. I know I have been checking your blog a million times a day. It is all so sad about Josh. I do hope that he will be able to recover. -We will countine to keep your family in our prayers!- Where are his kids? I hope that everything will all work out. Thanks again for the update & keep us updated! :)
THANK YOU for the update! I've heard different stories and yours - the truth - is SO much better!
Also thanks for the Zions info.
Cordie..hey I just found your blog through Lea's and I wanted to say hi...I'm so so sorry for this trial that Josh and your family is going through...you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank goodness for the gospel in our lives.... lol
Heidi(Pugmire)Jensen
Thanks for the update! Josh and the Tippets family are in our prayers.
i'm sad to hear what happend to Josh!! But am happy about his progress!!
on a happy note.. your kids are geting so big!! and they are SOOO CUTE!!
I love the post about 9-11.. I started to get teary eyed.. I'm so GLAD I'M AN AMERICAN...
And Happy late birthday ian!!
Hey guys I was sad to come across this post. I'm glad that he is recovering and responding. He'll definitely be in our thoughts and prayers. Can we help you out with your kids at all? Let me know. Love ya ~ Heather
I want you guys to know that my thoughts and prayers are with Josh and his family. Stay strong!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys! I hope he progresses quickly and things stay positive! I remember with Lane's Dad and it's not fun. Keep us posted!
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