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A message from Debbie...
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2007

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning...
Lamentations 3:22-23

There are no words to express how blessed we have been by our Lord, family, friends, and community. It is the prayers and compassion of many that have made our situation tolerable and at times even joyful. Please continue to lift our family in prayer as all of you will forever be in our prayers of thankfulness.

Doug was discharged from The Craig Hospital in Denver on November 15, and we were able to spend Thanksgiving together with family and friends. He remained home until December 4th when we realized it was an impossible task to get Doug the intense therapy he needs from a rural home health service. He was admitted back into Covenant for inpatient rehab. This was very hard on our family as we had just gotten him home after 4 ½ months, but we thought it would be the best for Doug as there had been noticeable loss of strength in the 2 weeks he had been home.

Doctors believe Doug will continue to gain strength and function. It is just a VERY long process and more a test of mental than physical endurance. Since returning from Craig, Doug is able to move freely above his upper chest, with the exception of his hands. Although he has regained movement of his right hand and somewhat of his left, strength and dexterity have yet to come. The prognosis for Doug regaining these functions is very good. There is also more movement in Doug’s right foot. His left foot, like his left hand is a little slower to come around, but there is movement there and it continues to improve.

Doug remains confined to a wheelchair and relies upon others to care for him. These are the biggest hurdles as anyone who knows Doug can attest to. But he has a very strong will and faith in the Creator who has never abandoned us, not one minute.

As soon as we can make arrangements for transportation to and from Lubbock, we will be bringing Doug home and he will travel most of the week to outpatient rehab in Lubbock. He needs the tender care of family, the fellowship of friends, and intense therapy to continue to make strides in his recovery. Even with so many needs to be met, we are still comforted by knowing the Lord will provide and prosper those who believe. Thank You for allowing the Prince of Peace to use you as a means of providing for the needs of our family.

May you and your families have a blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

Sincerely,
Debbie Smith

The Doug Smith Benefit Fund
If you would like to help, please send your contributions to:
Mark Bain
1st United Bank
P O Box 16500
Lubbock, Texas 79490
Checks can be made to: The Doug Smith Benefit Fund

"Your help is very much appreciated"

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2007
"As of September 25, 2007, Doug continues to work hard with his doctors and therapist at The Craig Hospital in Colorado. Each day is a challenge to regain the strength and movement he lost in the July 25th automobile accident. This is a very serious situation for Doug and his family and they would like to thank you for all of the wonderful thoughts and prayers that have come their way.
--Best wishes always,"
--Jere Lowe

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2007
"On Monday, August 20, Doug was transferred to Craig Hospital in Englewood, Colorado where he will receive further treatment and evaluation. Craig Hospital specializes in head and spine injuries."
--Jere Lowe

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2007
"Doug has been moved to physical rehab. He is working hard and gaining strength."
--Jere Lowe

MONDAY, AUGUST 6, 2007
"Doug has been moved out of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. If you would like to send him and his family well wishes, please send them to:
Doug Smith
Covenant Medical Center Guest Services
3615 19th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79410

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--Jere Lowe

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2007
"Doug is still in ICU, but in good spirits - there is intense therapy, and he is responding favorably. Soon, he'll be in his own room. Debbie Smith appreciates all the prayers and good vibes coming their way."
--Jere Lowe

MONDAY. JULY 30, 2007
"After some respiratory setbacks on Friday, Doug was able to rest and progress through the weekend. Doug's hard work and Covenant's persistent SICU therapists, nurses, doctors and staff are fighting and winning small battles each day."
--Jere Lowe

SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2007
Smith suffers respiratory setback, still stable
Hospitalized musician Doug Smith suffered a setback Thursday but again is stable in the surgical intensive care unit at Covenent Medical Center, his wife, Debbie Smith, said Friday afternoon. ...
--Read William Kerns story in the A-J

FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007
Smith reports feeling sensations, but doctors predict long rehab
... Smith's neurologist had told him he is "looking at a very long rehab to get (his) hands back, and an even longer rehab for (his) legs and mobility ...
--Read William Kerns story in the A-J

THURSDAY, JULY 26, 2007
Doug Smith Injured in Vehicle Rollover
Wednesday July 25, 2007
He is listed in critical condition in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Covenant Hospital Lubbock, Texas.
--Doug's wife, Debbie, gives William Kerns details in her Lubbock Avalanche-Journal interview.
--Read KCBD's coverage:
West Texas Composer Critically Injured in Rollover

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