He just got out of surgery and it went well. They were able to clean up what they needed to and he stayed stable. That is good news. He is still having issues with the pressure in his head and so the handy head bolt measuring device - just amazing what they can do - led them to wait on the arm and abdomen. His body is still fighting hard to adjust to all the trauma. There is a lot going on with him but he feels no pain and is just sleeping away! Today we made a little message book for him entitled, "While you were sleeping..." be sure and leave him a note if you are at the hospital. We are looking forward to reading him all the comments, cards, messages, entries, etc. when he wakes up. We are all so overwhelmed (the really good kind of overwhelmed) with the support we have received it has been just amazing. Every need is met before we even know we have it. We will all be about 20 lbs heavier when he leaves the hospital from being fed so well. We have not gone hungry and not had to once wonder what we would eat, drink, who we could visit with, where we could sleep - all good stuff. John is a good guy and he has good friends!
Another day at the hospital is on it's way, so we will put another check in the win column! Still lots of unknowns but the words of an old hymn keeping going through my head tonite - get your singing voices ready and sing along -" I don't know what tomorrow holds but I know who holds tomorrow." That is all we really need to know!!! Good night.
Bridget Thank You for keeping us informed. John hang in there buddy keep fighting. And I will not stop praying until your home with your wife and kids safe and sound. Love you brother.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bridge...Little David..you are awesome! You are so strong and I am so proud of how tough you are!! Keep fighting and healing and you will be back with us all before we know it. Love you honey
ReplyDeleteWe are all pleased to hear that the surgery went well.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the updates!!!!
Love,
James, Tammy, Robert, Donnell, Latricia & Raedyn
Prayers continue for you and your
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we're all pulling for you.
I am glad to hear the surgery went well. We are praying for you. I look
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Paul Nawara
Awesome news! Keep fighting John and peace to your amazing family! You are all so loved!!
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Thanks Bridget for all the info - lots of love to JD and the rest of the family - continuing with many prayers and good thoughts - See you soon - Love Vicki and Charlie
ReplyDeletehey John, hang in there...we are praying for you and your family/miss you all in the old neighborhood...love you guys
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JD, I'm Shaun Van Dyke's dad. He called me as soon as he heard about your accident. The entire Van Dyke family is praying for you to have a speady recovery. Shaun should be there with you today. I have been to your house wwith Shaun but never got the chance to meet you but I do know that Shaun have recieved a lot of help and information from you. We will all continue to pray for you and can't wait to actually meet you face to face. Good luck and God bless to you and your family.
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Sorry,I meant speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteyay for a positive surgery!...now praying specifically for the swelling in his head...in His name
ReplyDeletePraise God that the "great healer" is obviously on John's case. It would also appear that the " father of all comfort" has been with all of you as well. I know both will continue to be the case. All of you, John in particular remain in my thoughts and prayers !
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Founder, Christ 4 Responders
Chaplain, Katy Fire & EMS
Thanks Bridget for the post each day on John's recovery!! He is loved by so many! Our great healer can do so much!! Hang in there John and know that you are in our prayers and thoughts every minute of every day. Love You
ReplyDeleteGranny & Papa Shaw
Dear Norsworthy Family,
ReplyDeletePlease know that you are in my prayers. I pray that John recovers one step at a time and that you are all filled with peace.
Thank you so much for sharing your heart and humor with us as you walk this journey.
In Him,
Carol Manley
To JD and the entire Norsworthy family,
ReplyDeleteWe were so sorry to hear about the accident and the terrible injuries, but are so thankful that each day brings progess and promise of blessings to come. JD is a good man and we are all very fortunate that he and others like him do the dangerous kind of work that benefits us all.
You are a strong family and that strength and resilience will help JD pull through. Y'all all have a good sense of humor, too, and that is very healing thing, so let the optimism shine through and rejoice in every new day that the Lord gives to JD and to us all.
Bridget, thanks for this blog to help keep us all informed.
Your friends and family from the Pennington area are praying for you and your family. You are on the prayer list at The Pennington Baptist Church. Sue Norsworthy Gore
ReplyDeleteI don't know the family personally but I have alot of respect for our officers and thier families. Your family is in my prayers for a speedy recovery, strength for Deputy Norsworthy's support group, the knowledge of the doctors and lots of patience. Get Well Soon!!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how many people are getting out the word to send a prayer John's way. Every time we share the story, they seem to have heard from someone else. This shows great tribute to the many lives that John has touched. Our good lord has seen what he has done and is surrounding him with his special angels of healing. You continue to be in our daily orayers and thoughts.
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God has a big purpose wih John, his family and friends. A new year is comming, a new life should begin for all of us. Every body without distintion of language, religion, race or whatever, shall be respected. God bless John & family.
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh I just realized (looking at the personal photos) that he has been out to help my neighbor and I was out there with the kids and talking to this officer! I donated regardless, but now there is just that connection. Weird because I don't really know him, but he was sooooo nice in a domestic violence situation. He was really nice to both parties and just seemed like such a good caring person! I have been following his story, but seeing a photo I recognize just broke my heart even more. I now can't even begin to feel the emotions that this family is feeling, because what I am feeling is so hard. But JD you get thru this!!! You are one of those guys that helps give cops the good name they deserve!!! You are one of the ones that speaks for the force and shows what they really are!! you help take away from whatever the bad ones happen to do-even though it's only those very few! they speak the loudest unfortunately! so we need you!! and all your buddies!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd your family needs you the most. Of all.
JD I have been praying for you and your family everyday. When my dispatch notified me of the accident I just cried and asked are you sure..Memories of me, you, and Chris just kept going through my head...I know I only worked with you for a short time but it seemed like years...My husband and I will be up at the hopsital next week to support you and your family..we had a blood drive here at Austin County and many came out...luv ya man and keep fighting...It will be a Happy New Year cause your here with us and things will get better as each minute and day passes..again keep fighting!!! We are all praying for you
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Deputy Vicki Minyard
Austin County Sheriff's Office
So glad to hear that John is holding on! Our prayers continue to be with you, John and Melissa and Jacob and Katie. God bless you all with better times in the New Year!
ReplyDeleteThe Bostic Family
I pray for your family, the strength to hold fast, while God holds your, son, brother, father, husband in the palm of his hands.
ReplyDeleteAnd that, in this New Year, he returns David to you.
Healed in body and mind.
LB
Our prayers are being answered! We are so glad that John David is getting better day by day. Our prayers and love is with each and every day. Keep the updates coming! Love yall and have a Happy New year!
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