To our dear praying CUCers:

Malone will be in the hospital until the middle of next week. We originally thought we’d be going home today. He has to remain in a prone position in order for the “plug” to heal without getting pressure from spinal fluid into the lumbar area. This will take several more days. They will then raise his upper body gradually to see if he gets a spinal headache. If he does, it means spinal fluid is leaking out of the plugged hole in the dura, and he’ll have to lie prone for a longer time. When the plugged hole has healed, they’ll proceed with necessary physical therapy to the decompressed and fused areas, after which we should be able to come home.

He requests no visitors at this time, but we covet your prayers for his speedy recovery from all of this, and our patience throughout.

We love you all,

Charlotte