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Ryan has Potentially Life-Threatening Infection

January 12, 2016 by Ryan's Rally LLC 146 Comments

I had big plans for last weekend. I was looking forward to getting away for a couple of days by myself. It was meant to give me some downtime… to help my mental health. So, I packed-up my hunting gear and headed to the mountains of West Virginia.

Turns out, I didn’t step foot in the woods. I never entirely unpacked, for that matter.

If you haven’t heard about it yet through social media, Ryan has full-blown MRSA. He almost certainly picked it up years ago while hospitalized. Likely colonized — yet dormant — for years.

Now it has become active.

MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) is caused by a staph bacteria strain that’s resistant to most antibiotics. The infection can embed itself deep in the body, causing life-threatening infections by becoming systemic (i.e., attacking bones, joints, wounds, bloodstream, heart valves, and lungs).

MRSA is considered a “Super Bug” and can be difficult to defeat in a healthy person, but usually is. Ryan’s condition, coupled with his inability to tell us his symptoms, makes it exponentially more challenging. Only time will tell the outcome.

As of now, three days into treatment, I’m not seeing the improvement I was hoping. The best I can tell you is that the infections appears no worse. That isn’t necessarily a good thing either. It could indicate that treatment is only suppressing the infection and, hence, making it even more resistant as it mutates and adapts.

I’m really scared.

I’m probably more scared than typical because I haven’t slept since Sunday morning. Ryan was without overnight nursing coverage the past two nights (which has become the weekly norm since October). Sure, the physical effects of sleep deprivation are tough enough, but it wreaks havoc on mental well-being too.

I’m fairly certain this lifestyle is killing me. How can it not?

 

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Filed Under: News Tagged With: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, MRSA

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  2. Karyn Mandracchia Ahern via Facebook says

    January 20, 2016 at 9:02 PM

    Praying so hard for Ryan.

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  3. Jean Wolff says

    January 20, 2016 at 4:45 PM

    Praying for you all. God Bless you!

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  4. Jennifer Duffy says

    January 20, 2016 at 11:33 AM

    I know you are so very busy and worried about your boy but, if possible, when you have a moment, would you post an update on how Ryan is doing? Much love and many prayers are coming your way.

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  5. Tracey Clemmer via Facebook says

    January 20, 2016 at 10:40 AM

    I learned of your family just a week ago through Frank (Gramma and Ginga – G&G). I spent the remainder of the day reading every post, many of the comments and google. I tell you I went through just a whirlwind of emotions for Ryan and all of you. I have shed many tears of sorrow, ANGER ANGER, happiness and compassion for you all. I have been so worried after learning of Ryan’s most recent infection. You all forever have a piece of my heart. Your strength is incredible. Love to you all.

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  6. Tony says

    January 18, 2016 at 9:09 PM

    I am saddened to read this latest news and am praying for Ryan to gain strength and fight off the infection.

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  7. Peggie Fairer says

    January 18, 2016 at 8:52 AM

    Prayers continue…with much love….

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  8. Emma Hudson Witham via Facebook says

    January 17, 2016 at 7:45 PM

    Thinking of you all. xx

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  9. Nicole S says

    January 15, 2016 at 10:54 PM

    Hoping to hear good news soon. Thinking of you all xox

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  10. Linda says

    January 15, 2016 at 2:51 PM

    Much love and prayers for Ryan’s recovery! We think of him often and send our prayers.

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  11. Kristin says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:46 PM

    Checking in to see how Ryan is doing. I’m praying for you all.

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  12. Sharon says

    January 14, 2016 at 10:42 PM

    How is Ryan doing and how are YOU ? I am praying for all of you….much love from Boston…

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  13. Gail Doyle via Facebook says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:57 AM

    Prayers for Ryan and family

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  14. Cathy Russo via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 10:47 PM

    Please tell us what you need and how this community can help out?! We are here for you!

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  15. Peggie Fairer says

    January 13, 2016 at 10:06 PM

    Still with you in thought and prayer.

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  16. Lisa Ross Sfarzo via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 5:45 PM

    Praying for you.

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  17. kit Catozella says

    January 13, 2016 at 4:38 PM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ryan, and the entire family, Ken.

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  18. Margie Barnett Kuykendall via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 2:38 PM

    I am joining the chorus of prayer. I’ve experienced the feelings that go along with this type of infection in someone I loved.

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  19. Kimberly Norman Stroup says

    January 13, 2016 at 12:45 PM

    Praying for Ryan and for God’s supernatural strength and grace to carry you all forward <3

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  20. Vickie Moretz Kidner via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 12:22 PM

    Thinking about Ryan today.

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  21. Keri says

    January 13, 2016 at 11:24 AM

    Praying and holding your precious Ryan and family in my heart and in my prayers.
    Still. Always. Forever. Until. May the outpouring of love and prayers being said on Ryan and your family’s behalf buoy your strength and your spirits.

    A long, hard, beyond words, ridiculously difficult challenge that you, your family and Ryan have risen to the over and over again. May this time be no different.

    With love and in prayer,
    Keri, MY FRANKIE and Family

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  22. Anne S. says

    January 13, 2016 at 10:09 AM

    Not a day goes by without thoughts of Ryan and his family. So many prayers need to be answered. My prayers will continue, my love for your family continues as well.

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  23. Debbie Elkins Allen via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 10:01 AM

    Praying for Ryan and all of the family…

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  24. Janie Watson says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:50 AM

    Many prayers for Ryan and family.

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  25. Will Niermeyer says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:32 AM

    Our prayers continue, Ken. Hope Ryan is responding well to treatment. I want you to know the I have a community of Franciscan Priests and Brothers praying for Ryan and also two communities of Franciscan Sisters praying for Ryan. We can do this.

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  26. Shelley says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:17 AM

    All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. You amaze me with all you do. You are so strong. God bless you.

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  27. Shawna Lantz via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:13 AM

    God has and still does have a plan for Ryan and your family. There are no wrong paths just blind drivers. This journey is not over and we will continue to pray for you all.

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  28. Suzanne Smith via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:13 AM

    My heart sinks for you all reading this….. while it is most likely difficult, please take care of you too in this process …..it is as much a priority and necessity….. prayers ….

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  29. Mary Jo McIntyre says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:03 AM

    I will continue to pray for Ryan and all of you. You are never far from my heart. Storming heaven today with prayers for Ryan.

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  30. Kristina Larson via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 8:32 AM

    Thoughts & healing prayers for Ryan & family! You GOT this!!

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  31. Jannette Fields via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 8:22 AM

    Thinking of Ryan and your family.

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  32. Kellian O'Neil via Facebook says

    January 13, 2016 at 7:53 AM

    Prayers

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  33. Sharon says

    January 13, 2016 at 1:09 AM

    I’m so sorry for what you all are going through. Will pray for God’s healing touch.

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  34. Gail Doyle via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 11:16 PM

    Prayers always for Ryan ,you and family Ken

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  35. Becky Randall via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:35 PM

    My thoughts are with you, and with Ryan. You have both made it through so much together, you will make it through this too.

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  36. Dave says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:22 PM

    Thoughts and prayers Ken, my brother in law had mrsa after spinal surgery and is doing well now. I wish Ryan and you well always.
    Dave Pakulniewicz “spud” from seacrets

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  37. Anna says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:20 PM

    So sorry you did not get your mental health weekend. We all need them, especially 24/7 caregivers like yourself. Prayers your way for Ryan to shake the MRSA and not have to deal with c-diff or any other side effects of the treatments. Stay warm! Always on my mind.

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  38. heldentenor43pkmilleralbany says

    January 12, 2016 at 9:48 PM

    Hello, Ken & family. I wondered how you were doing, meant to contact you after getting your Christmas card. I’ve been battling an eye infection since just after Christmas. I am so sorry that this communication brings such distressing news. From what I know of MRSA, anything/anyone could have been the vector of transmission. even that “Texas catheter” could’ve been the culprit. (A friend of ours, a quadriplegic who has an indwelling foley catheter, tells us those are even worse vectors of infection.)
    I will contact my friend Cathryne who is coordinating our Cathedral Intercession List & ask her to add Ryan to the list. It’s too late to get him into our Sunday Mass program–Ruth puts the program “to bed” by noon, Tuesday. It’s why she gently “bugs” whoever is preaching Sunday to email her the transcript by 11 Tuesday AM. I will also email Father Bob Haskell, our Cathedral Administrator & ask him to include Ryan in daily Morning Prayer. (Our Dean resigned the end of November & Fr. Hunter, our Canon for Missions & Mo. Christina, his wife, have “run away from home” for 10 days!)
    God be with all of you. Get some rest, Ken. You cant help Ryan if you fall ill. Perhaps a local nursing agency can provide nurses for Ryan esp. overnight.
    PK Miller & Tim Montgomery
    Albany NY

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  39. Elizabeth Wolfe via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 9:27 PM

    Prayers to not only Ryan, but you as well.

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  40. Pat says

    January 12, 2016 at 9:23 PM

    Though I don’t personally know you, I have followed for quite some time, and although I was devastated to read this news I continue to pray for Ryan and your family. Mr. Diviney, you are a special father. I know that you must be beyond exhaustion and still must continue on. Your love for your son is a precious gift that you are sharing with us and I thank you for allowing me to witness such pure emotion. May God sustain you through it all.

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  41. Natalie Anne Gagné via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:54 PM

    I’m so sorry for all of the mental physical and emotional strain on you all. Xo. Prayers to Ryan and the family.

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  42. Shaylene Crabtree via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:50 PM

    Praying for Ryan.

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  43. Liza Krause via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:46 PM

    Saying prayers.

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  44. Alison Angus-Barry via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:43 PM

    Sending positive vibes Ryan’s way to help him fight this infection. We know he’s determined and you have all kept his body in great shape so I’m hoping that he can fight through this too.

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  45. Greg Wells says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:42 PM

    Ken, you all are in our prayers. Hang in there and try to get some rest. Let modern medicine do it’s thing. Much Love!

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  46. Nancy Landers Solomon says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:17 PM

    Ken, Ryan , Sue, Kari, I Like the rest before me thought same thing No News.. Good News. So seeing this just now, Breaks my Heart, I’m So Sorry for all o you, as You Of All people so Deserving in this world Need a Long Break to yourself, But Things Just were Not meant to be this trip. I Beat MRSA myself and know how Bad it is, But with the New Meds above it can be overcome, as it also saved me who has very Poor Health Myself. I wish I was a RN cause If I were Id be there to give you my Time, and care so you can go sleep in your own Bed and do whatever to relax. But I will Pray that Many RN,s Read this that Live close by and can Relieve you and take some stress off of you and Help out till its under control. I always pray everyday for your Family. Ryan Is Relevant ! We Got This! and as Frank sais…” Its gonna get ugly but its gonna getDone!!
    Much Love, and Prayers always to you all. <3 Nancy

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  47. Rhonda Morin via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 6:50 PM

    I am sure you have checked into this but what about tumeric? http://www.natural-remedies-review.com/turmeric-for-mrsa.html

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  48. Kathryn Beggs Howlett via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 5:44 PM

    Sending much strength and love

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  49. Kathryn says

    January 12, 2016 at 5:43 PM

    Sending all the love, prayers and strength I have

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  50. Karen (Matsko) Strong says

    January 12, 2016 at 5:14 PM

    Prayers❤️

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  51. Bunny Roderick Orlowski says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:39 PM

    Oh Ken.. You do so much. You do EVERYTHING you humanly can! I am thinking of you and Ryan, hoping for healing and recovery…Sending you love and prayers for strength ♡
    Bunny

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  52. Kate Kurtzke (Stephen and Michael's mom) says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:28 PM

    Ken – my son had MRSA and was in the ICU for 2 weeks. His one and only hockey injury. Antibiotics did not work. They eventually were able to remove the infection – it looked like a jello pudding cup. As soon as it was out he began to recover. Ryan and all of you are in our prayers.

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  53. Crystal-Lynn Klinger via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:22 PM

    Ryan is a fighter and he is in my thoughts and prayers! <3

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  54. Laura Gualtieri via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:17 PM

    <3

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  55. Becky Barton Coleman via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:15 PM

    Praying for you Ryan and your family also

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  56. Will Niermeyer says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:06 PM

    I will pray the Vancomycin will work. I will also pray for you , Ken and your family.

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  57. Bonnie Tyrrell says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:03 PM

    Prayers for healing for Ryan- kick that darn MRSA . Prayers for Ken so you can get some rest. God Bless you and your family.

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  58. Robyn Figueroa via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:52 PM

    Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers!!!

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  59. Rita Mosley says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:51 PM

    Ken I am so sorry to hear this news about Ryan, my son just got out of the hospital the week before Christmas because of this stupid kind of infection. The doctors thought it had went into the bone and was going to have to amputate his toe and possibly his foot but thank God we got to it in time and he is doing so much better now also thanks to Vancomycin.
    I will keep Ryan and your family in my prayers until you get the good news saying he beat this dreadful infection, also please when he gets better take the much needed time for yourself. Again I will be praying for you all much Love from Clayton, Georgia.

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  60. Linda Hahn via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:47 PM

    So sorry to hear this Ken, thinking and praying for Ryan you his mom and sister, I hope you soon see the results you want to see, take care of yourself to,stay strong.

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  61. Tina Longietti via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    Praying for Ryan to get better. Very sorry to hear this, I don’t comment very often, but felt that I needed too, today. Stay strong! You are the epitome of the most devoted, loving, dedicated parent I have ever seen. Continued prayers for you and your entire family. Please keep
    All of us informed. We are all with you in this.

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  62. Peggie Fairer says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:35 PM

    Ken, So sorry to hear this news. Always praying for all of you…..

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  63. Connie says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:18 PM

    Ken and family, I am John and Joe’s (the bikers) mom, I am continuing to pray for Ryan’s recovery and the healing he needs at this time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers often. You are not alone in this battle, we are all with you in spirit and prayer and especially remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE because GOD IS WITH YOU. RYAN AND YOU ARE IMPORTANT TO HIM, HE HEARS EVERY CRY, EVERY MOAN, AND EVERY WHISPERED PRAYER. God loves you!!

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  64. Sandy Wolff Sappe via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 3:11 PM

    Sending good thoughts & praying Ryan can get better from this and you can get some peace of mind.

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  65. Mary Cannon Taylor via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:54 PM

    Oh no!!! I have been thinking about you lately, a lot. Im sorry i have been so out of touch. I have had my ups and downs but i am thinking about you!! What do you need??!! Please let me know! Xoxo

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  66. Sueberry says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:46 PM

    This unbelievably stinks! You all work so very hard to keep Ryan at his healthiest! I am so sorry and Ryan I sure hope you get better quickly! Hugs to all!!

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  67. Lee Ann Shaffer via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:37 PM

    I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.

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  68. Sue Haviland via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:37 PM

    SHSP

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  69. Diane Casteel via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    Prayers for Ryan.

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  70. Lisa Delaney says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:17 PM

    I am so sorry. Sending thoughts and lots of prayers to Ryan and your entire family.

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  71. Diane Tibbetts Giese via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:08 PM

    Take care of yourself!

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  72. Chrissy Holt Marino via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:06 PM

    I am so so sorry to hear this!! Praying for much brighter days ahead…sooner than later <3 Hugs to you!!

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  73. Carla Liberty says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:05 PM

    This is not the news any of us had hoped to hear, but rest assured, we are not going anywhere. As always, praying for strength for you, Sue and Kari and of course, prayers of healing for Ryan. #DivineyStrong #TeamDiviney

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  74. Chrissy Marino says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:03 PM

    Oh God, I’m sooo sorry to hear all of this. I can only imagine the frustration, exhaustion (physical & mental!), disappointment & worry your dealing with right now?! You & your family do not deserve this! I’ll be thinking of you all each day & hoping for a positive outcome, good health for Ryan & rest & time for yourself! Praying hard for this whole situation <3

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  75. Jill says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:58 PM

    I hope Ryan gets better and you get some rest. Take care, Ken!
    Jill W.

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  76. Stephanie Fortney via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    Thoughts and Prayers!

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  77. Bryan P. Palko via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    Ryan with overcome MRSA in the name of JESUS!!!

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  78. Lori Biggar says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    You and your family have been heavily on my heart since Christmas. We are praying ~

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  79. Romygirl says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:51 PM

    God bless and keep your family close and safe.

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  80. Anita Kayser says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:40 PM

    This lifestyle, while you do it willingly for love, has taken such a toll on you. Sorry to hear you try to take a short break and this is thrown at you. You have many who care for you and your family and keep you in our prayers. Sending prayers of strength to you and healing for Ryan.

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  81. Catherine Stewart says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:39 PM

    Oh Ken, so sorry this is happening. You all need a break from everything. I can’t imagine how scary this is. Please accept my prayers for Ryan’s healing.

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  82. Becky Spurgeon Schwartz via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:36 PM

    My prayers for the entire family.

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  83. Claudette G Quadrini via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:36 PM

    so sorry to hear this – we continue to pray for Ryan (and you all) for strength and recovery xoxo

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  84. Jen Mitchell Birchmeier via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:33 PM

    Prayers to you Ken

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  85. Caitlin Bennett says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:30 PM

    I was so hoping, when I saw there was an update, that it would be good news. As someone else said, we had hoped that no news was good news. Please know that even in England, Ryan and your family are always in my thoughts. I will make sure to send lots of healing vibes to him over the next few weeks.

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  86. Cheryl Popson Gerard via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:30 PM

    Praying for Ryan and you.

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  87. A stranger who cares says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:30 PM

    I’m a stranger who has prayed and cried for you, Ryan and your family for years. I am so sorry this has happened to you and your family. You have been so strong in the face of so much. You are not alone.
    Still here, still praying.

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  88. Nadine Blaschak-Brown via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:26 PM

    Ken, I’m so, so very scared for you and Ryan.

    Having been a therapist in a hospital and worked with people with significant life threatening illnesses and injuries, I’m well aware of staph infections. Due to the potential of airborne transmission, I was tested every time I worked with a patient diagnosed with this.

    Please have yourself tested (and treated), too. I don’t know if all staph infection strains are the same though. You know best, but please don’t forget about taking care of you.

    I’m here. I’m thinking about you and Ryan. Please, get well, Ryan. Fight this with all you are! You, too, Ken!

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  89. Cheryl Askew via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:22 PM

    Praying even more…

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  90. Helen Ward Causin via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:20 PM

    I wish I could offer you more than just prayers.

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  91. clofton1 says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:20 PM

    Prayers sent!

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  92. Nor Ahh via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:18 PM

    Keep fighting.. Ryan is a fighter. He will beat this. God bless u all

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  93. Robin A Cousin via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:18 PM

    Fight Fight Fight Ryan you can do it

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  94. Robin says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:17 PM

    Prayers being sent to all of the family and Ryan I hope you get over the infection sooner than later

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  95. Sharon Petriello Meier via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:16 PM

    So many prayers going your way Ken!! Thinking of you all!!!

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  96. Diana Karp Thompson via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    Oh no, prayers for Ryan and the whole family. God Bless you thru this.

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  97. Paula says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    Hi Ken, this is so painful to read. Seems like you find a moment of relative peace and it’s snatched from you. Though you’ve demonstrated superhuman strength throughout the past six years, all of us know the terrible toll the stress and worry has taken on you and your family. We know Ryan is a fighter because of the horrendous obstacles he has overcome. We continue to hold Ryan and your family close in our hearts and minds. Prayers continue to be lifted to God for help. Team Diviney continues to stand by you and your family. The power of love is strong and we will always have it for you and your family and this will never change. We are still here, still praying and not going anywhere. Ryan will always be relevant to us!! I will await more updates.
    Love, hugs, prayers and renewed hope for healing and peace.

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  98. Tawny Lanin Burdick via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:08 PM

    Keep fighting Ryan, your all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  99. Holly Sumner Wojtowicz via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:07 PM

    Praying

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  100. Sue Bennett Markley via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:06 PM

    Praying for Ryan and your family. Pray the doctors can get a handle on this “sneaky” ailment. I’m sure you need some much needed rest and relaxation. It’s a tough situation. Thinking of you all.

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  101. Gail Doyle says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    Sending extra special prayers and good thoughts to you all. Ryan we know you’ll get better ❤️

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  102. Tracy Parkhill Smith via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    Prayers for healing and comfort!!!

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  103. Vicky Scott says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:04 PM

    Sending you a personal email

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  104. Nicole S. says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    We’re here for you. Please lean on us. If you need anything, all you have to do is ask. Sending prayers your way.

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  105. Lisa Tilley Svendsen via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    My heart hurts reading this. I pray daily for your family. Will add some extra prayers during this time. Sad and angry about the missing nursing care. I wis I was a nurse and could come and do that for you.

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  106. Paul Rapsawich via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    I want the best for Ryan. Please keep fighting, young man and we’ll keep supporting and praying for you. You’ve had plenty of setbacks before and you’ve beat them. This is no different. You got this!

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  107. Colleen says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    This wasn’t the post I was hoping for – I do miss hearing from you but I didn’t want it to be with something like this. I’m so sorry – I was thinking of you both on Sunday watching the Washington Redskins. I was always hoping that no news was good news. I’m so sorry to hear this – please do keep us posted and try and get some rest – we all know Ryan wouldn’t be in the best shape possible without you.

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  108. Jen Marie Malone says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:01 PM

    I can’t imagine what your going threw. Even the strongest are weak. You need to be refueled to remain strong for Ryan. Your doing all you can and your going above and beyond what most people would do. If there was anything I could do for you and your family (even though I am in Massachusetts ) please don’t hesitate to ask. After Ryans recovery from the infection (which I know he will) please take time for yourself and allow others to take over without feeling guilty. You are such and angel. I will keep praying for you and your family. Xo

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  109. Brenda Kemna via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:00 PM

    Prayers!!

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  110. Brenda Kemna via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:00 PM

    Prayers!!

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  111. Dana Rager Busselman via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:57 PM

    Hoping it clears up soon for you all.. Love and prayers always with you from Preston Co WV

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  112. Dana Rager Busselman via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:57 PM

    Hoping it clears up soon for you all.. Love and prayers always with you from Preston Co WV

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  113. Candy Allen Bauer via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Praying as always.

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  114. Candy Allen Bauer via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Praying as always.

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  115. Dana says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Love and prayers always with you from Preston Co WV

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  116. Julie Bragg via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Praying for miracles! My heart hurts for your family.

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  117. Julie Bragg via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Praying for miracles! My heart hurts for your family.

    Reply
  118. jo says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:51 PM

    I don’t know you, but i stumbled across this blog and just wanted to send you a note of encouragement.
    Im so sorry to hear all that has happened to you these past few years and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I sincerely hope that a huge improvement is seen in your son and that you get the rest that you need!

    Reply
  119. Diane Petty Sohn via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:51 PM

    sending prayers!

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  120. Carole Schlumberger via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:51 PM

    Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  121. Paul Rapsawich via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:50 PM

    In our thoughts and prayers.

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  122. KImberly says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:50 PM

    praying for you.. my father was in a near fatal car crash this summer and spent 8 weeks in the ICU and also developed MRSA in his lungs, heart and blood.. they started the IV antibiotics very quickly (vanco as someone else mentioned) and with 4 weeks if IV antibiotics, it was under control… wondering why he isn’t hospitalized so they can draw his blood each day and do the cultures to see if the meds are working??? just a thought… hoping for the best.. and some respite for you soon too….

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    • Rhonda Morin says

      January 12, 2016 at 2:11 PM

      I can’t imagine Ryan going to a hospital with the setup he has at home. He would most likely end up with a bed sore because nurses would be “waiting for him to wake up” or some other stupid thing. He is getting great care at home and I am sure the nurses that come nightly are taking blood.

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      • Marie says

        January 13, 2016 at 11:14 PM

        I’m sure nurses familiar with TBI would be familiar, & able to deliver the required care, & not ”stupid ” enough to not provide such care until he wakes up.
        I do agree though that he had first class care at home; unfortunately in a health care facility, staffing does not usually facilitate this level if care.

      • Rhonda Morin says

        January 14, 2016 at 9:05 AM

        I am not.

        I was in a hospital to have a skin flap sewed over a bed sore on a C-4 quad and the nurses said all they were waiting for was him to call to get up and pee. To which I said loudly, “wow a plastic surgeon who sews a flap of skin over a hole in his back makes his spinal cord work again? Must be a pretty amazing plastic surgeon. Get me the administrator.” Which they did and we didn’t have problems again, well until the next week when they gave him another bed sore.

        Not convinced nursing staff really care and are attentive to everything, they can’t be, too pulled from one thing to another.

    • Rhonda Morin says

      January 12, 2016 at 2:17 PM

      This just sucks! It just seems that even with healthy people when you get it that you fight if off, get it again, fight it off, get it again.

      I am presuming that with all the goodness you feed him he is probably much healthier and strong than any of us know. I know he works out more than most people so that has to count for something right???

      Such a fineline working with antibiotics. Too strong and he could end up with C-diff or something else. 🙁 Please keep us posted on any and all changes. We are all pulling for Ryan and you.

      Rhonda

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  123. Lauryn Norman via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:49 PM

    Praying

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  124. Audrey Lacey via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    Prayers always

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  125. Rita Caporicci Hoop via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    Praying harder than ever for Ryan, and here for you whatever you need, Ken. We’re scared too, but God has reminded me in recent days that He is much bigger than our fears or any threats to our children <3

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  126. kaitlinobscura says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    I’m so sorry to hear this. You and the family do so much to try to avoid these situations yet they seem inevitable. I am sending positive vibes and I hope it clears up soon, Ryan is a pretty resilient person (obviously) so I’m sure he will pull through. Please let me know if I can do anything at all. <3

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  127. Susan Easler via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    Keeping you all in my prayers. Godspeed Ryan.

    Reply
  128. Tammy Jo Howser Carpenter via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    Prayers

    Reply
  129. Joy Beales Smith via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    Keeping Ryan and you and all of your family in my prayers.

    Reply
  130. Cathy Jones says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:46 PM

    Thoughts and prayers for all of you!!

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  131. Susan says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:45 PM

    Prayers!!!! This is where healing resides. God really does care about Ryan and YOU!

    Reply
  132. Jenn Marie via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:44 PM

    Praying for you, Ryan and the whole family.

    Reply
  133. Rachel Proctor via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:41 PM

    Prayers to the Diviney family.

    Reply
  134. Nicole Renee via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:41 PM

    Praying and thinking of Ryan and the family.

    Reply
  135. Natalie Polzin says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:40 PM

    Ken: My heart is heavy for Ryan and your family. You all continue to model what love is, selfless love. Please know that I am praying for all of you. I am grateful that you share Ryan’s progress with all of us. Thank you.

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  136. Meg says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:36 PM

    Ken – I’m so sorry to hear all this! What can we do to help? What kind of overnight nurse do you need? Can we help you find one?

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  137. Jo says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:36 PM

    More later, but is Ryan getting IV vancomycin, not topical? I hope so!

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    • Ryan's Rally LLC says

      January 12, 2016 at 12:40 PM

      No, not topical.

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      • Jo says

        January 12, 2016 at 12:44 PM

        Great! Relieved to know!! Prayers continue. Ryan, you will be fine! Miracle drug that Vancomycin!

  138. Beverly Garcia via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:35 PM

    prayers!

    Reply
  139. Rebecca Miller via Facebook says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:35 PM

    sending prayers and thought to both you and ryan and your family.

    Reply
  140. Jo says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:31 PM

    I am going to write later this afternoon. <3

    Reply

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