Thursday the 12th of March

Yesterday's procedure has left mom considerably more comfortable and has eased her breathing. Mom is receiving nutrients and fluids through IV. We continue to cherish your support and prayers.

Wednesday the 12th of March

We managed to get the doctors down here at Thomas Jefferson to drain mom's fluid today (with the help of some of mom's nurses). They drain 3800 milliliters. We hope that this has a profound impact on mom's comfort and quality of life.

Wednesday the 12th of March

Mom's condition has taken a turn for the worst. We are at Thomas Jefferson where we desperately await a procedure where they remove some fluid from mom. This would give her back a few days. Unfortunately they do not have mom scheduled for this procedure until tomorrow. Originally they had said it would be done this morning. We have urged them to do the procedure today but we are unsure if they will respond. Please pray that they would allow us to have this procedure done shortly.

Friday the 7th of March

Today mom headed to Thomas Jefferson where she will stay until Monday. They will try to help her gain strength until Monday where they hope to treat the newest complications with chemotherapy and radiation. The treatment for Monday is still unclear. Please continue to pray for her as she fights this disease.

Also please continue to pray for Dad, Matt, Luke, Josh and Mom as they grieve the home going of Caleb. He is missed every second of every day. We thank God that we will see him again but until then it will be hard without him.

Tuesday the 4th of March

Mom is in Thomas Jefferson Hospital. She needs to get a stint put in her artery to alleviate a blockage. This should alleviate her symptoms. It is an outpatient procedure that will either be done tonight or tomorrow. Hopefully they will be back by tomorrow morning. We have a private family viewing tomorrow at 1:00. We need a miracle right now to get her back here so that we can continue to grieve our loss. Please pray.

There is a memorial website for Caleb. www.calebott.com
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Monday the 3rd of March

Mom is in need of your immediate prayer. She is having some physical problems, partly due to our loss and due to her condition. Please pray for her. They found a blockage during the ultrasound and she has an appointment tomorrow, but more immediate action may be necessary.

Sunday the 2nd of March

Last night Caleb Ott, our youngest brother, was in a fatal car accident. We know he is with Jesus and in no pain, but it sure hurts down here as we miss him already. Please pray for us as we grieve the loss of one of God's most beautiful creations.