Topic: Get well, Matt. (Read 155825 times)

JimH · « **Reply #250 on:** January 23, 2014, 10:12:35 am »

They found an infection in Matt's lungs yesterday and started him on antibiotics again. This morning, his temperature is normal.

Cmagic · « **Reply #251 on:** January 23, 2014, 11:53:35 am »

Dear!..

I haven't been visiting the interact for a while just to learn about Matt....
I wish you all the best and a very quick recovery.
Bon courage Matt. Tu vas te battre et revenir plus fort qu'avant.
Une pensée aussi pour ta famille.
On est avec toi, de l'autre côté de l'atlantique aussi.

Merci for the update Jim.

Christian

JimH · « **Reply #252 on:** January 23, 2014, 03:21:47 pm »

Bob just visited at lunch time. Brooke said that Matt opened his mouth for her to brush his teeth today, and that when she asked him to lift his arm, he did.

Awesome Donkey · « **Reply #253 on:** January 23, 2014, 04:48:52 pm »

That's great news!

RoderickGI · « **Reply #254 on:** January 23, 2014, 05:08:54 pm »

Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery from Down Under (Australia) Matt.

What a silly thing to do, getting sick and continuing to work hard for all us users, only to leave it too late to get yourself safely to medical attention. Then not to ask for help in getting there, and doing more damage in the process. Don't do that again. Learn to take time off when you need it. Remember to live a little as well.

We users will no doubt notice and miss your input for a while, but we will survive without it until you are completely ready to return to making great software.

PS: Give all your family a hug as soon as you can.

Arindelle · « **Reply #255 on:** January 24, 2014, 02:09:13 am »

Had to post this .... very, very good day for Matt!

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Today was a wonderful day. Here is what Matt did today to fill our hearts with joy!
Was awake for about 8 hours
When Brooke asked him for a kiss he puckered his lips
Matt raised his left arm by himself
Responded with an eyebrow shrug to a question from Brooke
Looked the most normal he has
Raised his thumbs and pulled hard with his fingers in response to me pulling on his fingers
Helped Brooke brush his teeth by opening his mouth when she asked him to. For some reason he prefers Brooke to the nurses fooling around in his mouth.
Listened to his daughter read to him.
Bob, Thanks for coming in today and making the fixes to the sound system that Brooke wanted done. I know Matt appreciates it.

Thank you everyone for your support and prayers! Roger, Matt's dad

nwboater · « **Reply #256 on:** January 24, 2014, 09:20:05 am »

What wonderful news! Very encouraging.

Rod

fitbrit · « **Reply #257 on:** January 24, 2014, 10:54:55 am »

Quote from: Arindelle on January 24, 2014, 02:09:13 am

Had to post this .... very, very good day for Matt!

Beat me to it. I was very happy to read this too.

Steelydanfan · « **Reply #258 on:** January 24, 2014, 11:42:08 am »

New user here, I just wanted to say that I have enjoyed my learning curve with JRiverMC, learning how to implement a DAC, moving CD's to my music server, etc.

But what I am most impressed with is the quality of the posters here on JRiver Interact, the many acts of kindness shown to Matt and his family over these past few weeks.

I am impressed, I have received more than I bargained when I purchased JRiver 2 months ago.

Thank you, and Matt, I think about you and your family everytime I start JRiver.

Kind Regards,

Brooks Davis

Psyffer23 · « **Reply #259 on:** January 24, 2014, 01:03:01 pm »

Best wishes for a full recovery.

mykillk · « **Reply #260 on:** January 24, 2014, 05:01:04 pm »

Quote from: JimH on January 23, 2014, 10:12:35 am

They found an infection in Matt's lungs yesterday and started him on antibiotics again. This morning, his temperature is normal.

This is the danger of being in the hospital. It's about the worse place you can possibly be to be exposed to infections. This thread brings back a lot of painful memories for me, because in 2004 my mother had a major stroke and was in a coma for 6 months. In the hospital she contracted two separate bouts of anti-biotic resistant pneumonia that nearly killed her.

But the things I've seen written about Matt's status remind me of the weeks after she came out of the coma. That's a good thing, because it's a trajectory to recovery. A slow and rocky one, but in the right direction nonetheless.

My thoughts and empathy go out to his wife, family, and friends. I know what this is like firsthand. And if I may offer a bit of advice, when the time comes, stimulation, stimulation, stimulation. The brain needs to be rehabilitated like a muscle after a serious injury. Reading. Drawing Art. Mental puzzles. Math problems. Stimulate that mind in every way you can think of.

BullishDad · « **Reply #261 on:** January 24, 2014, 10:56:34 pm »

I haven't been on Interact for awhile and I am truly sorry to learn about the difficulty Matt and his family have been through lately. I wish the best for continued progress that will lead to a full recovery.

elo · « **Reply #262 on:** January 25, 2014, 08:37:04 am »

I was shocked to hear about Matts condition. I whish you and your familiy all the best from the north and whsih for a speedy and 100% sucessfull recovery.

Ole

exodus1977 · « **Reply #263 on:** January 25, 2014, 11:58:08 am »

Wow, just read this. Shocking and scary stuff. I'm not a real frequent poster here, but have used MC for 7-8 years. Matt has helped me tremendously during that time.

All the best. Get well soon.

Fex · « **Reply #264 on:** January 25, 2014, 12:13:31 pm »

I was away for awhile, I barely have words for this.

Best wishes from Switzerland.

JimH · « **Reply #265 on:** January 26, 2014, 08:57:31 am »

I saw Matt yesterday afternoon. He was awake. His left eye was focused and looking straight at me when I talked to him. I told him about work, about the forum and all your messages. His parents were there and they said he had a more intense look than they had seen so far. He was staring straight at me. They said his heart rate went from about 92 to about 104 while I was talking.

His right eye opens just partially.

As you might imagine, Matt's parents, Roger and Cynthia, are just wonderful people. They are so good humored about this, though I know it is also extremely difficult to see Matt struggling to come back. We all feel like there is progress every day or two. It's not big, and it sometimes reverses for a day, but it is generally headed in the right direction.

Chasoscar · « **Reply #266 on:** January 26, 2014, 08:02:54 pm »

Thanks for the updates Jim........ its good to know things are improving even if it comes slowly...... hope they continue and hasten. I know you will continue to convey to him that he is in our thoughts.

jgreen · « **Reply #267 on:** January 27, 2014, 11:19:30 am »

Another day, another hill to climb, Matt. Climb on!

JimH · « **Reply #268 on:** January 27, 2014, 06:58:16 pm »

I stopped to see Matt on my way home. He was awake and had both eyes open. I talked to him for a few minutes, and said that maybe Morse code might help. He blinked a few times, but it wasn't clear that he understood. Then a couple of nurses came in and we (Roger, his father, and Elise, his daughter) had to vacate the room.

When we came back, he was asleep.

Significant things I saw or heard today.

Elise said he smiled a little.

I saw him move his thumb to open his grip and, when I said "can you close it?", he did.

Roger said that, when he moved to the other side of Matt's bed and said, "Matt", he turned his head. He did this twice, and I think that's significant.

His temperature has been normal for a couple of days. Hopefully, they will replace the piece of his skull that's missing, and he will be moved out of Intensive Care in a few days.

Listener · « **Reply #269 on:** January 27, 2014, 07:08:18 pm »

I was looking at an old thread from spring 2006. The ideas and effort that had gone into MC made it my best choice by far back then. MC is still the best music player because of all the good work since 2006.

Matt, Jim and the rest of the crew have a lot to be proud of. And a lot of fans who appreciate their efforts.

Bill

springtian · « **Reply #270 on:** January 27, 2014, 08:18:13 pm »

Best wishes for Matt and his full recovery, from China.
The day he stand up again, I'll smile and buy myself a cup of beer.

祝Matt早日康复！

FastKayak · « **Reply #271 on:** January 28, 2014, 09:14:26 am »

^^^^^ Well said.

FastKayak / Larry

jgreen · « **Reply #272 on:** January 28, 2014, 11:12:37 am »

JimH--

Those are the kind of positive milestones that great things are built from.

FWIW I'm smiling too, but I pretty much go around all day with this stupid grin on no matter what.

Matt, you are one heck of a Champ and a true fighter!

jgreen · « **Reply #273 on:** January 29, 2014, 10:33:17 am »

Find a way or make a way, Matt!

lise · « **Reply #274 on:** January 29, 2014, 06:42:14 pm »

I was so shocked and sad to read about Matt. Yeah, ok, so I cried.
But then I read every single update on the CaringBridge site and I could feel the ol' guy making his way back to everyone who loves him. Bit by bit but that's always the way it goes, isn't it, I mean even a full recovery in 1 day happens bit by bit during that one day. Courage, Matt to take those bits one at a time and sock it to them.
Hugs to the Ashland family

dpdemo · « **Reply #275 on:** January 29, 2014, 08:39:27 pm »

Praying for a full recovery and comfort for the family.

MarkCoutinho · « **Reply #276 on:** January 30, 2014, 02:22:06 am »

I just read this a week ago and it hasn't been out of my mind since.
I do hope Matt gets well. All the best to him.
However: I want to express my feelings to his family and the crew of JRiver too: please stay positive and keep on helping Matt in his struggle for recovery!

MGD_King · « **Reply #277 on:** January 30, 2014, 02:32:18 pm »

I used to visit Interact on a weekly basis, looking for updates to MC. Now I visit Interact on daily basis, looking for updates on Matt. Hang in there Matt! Stay strong... you got this!!

JimH · « **Reply #278 on:** January 30, 2014, 02:38:56 pm »

Brooke called to say that a speech specialist did an assessment today. She asked Matt to do a number of things, most of which he was able to do. Significantly, he was able to nod slightly for yes, and shake his head slightly for no. He stuck his tongue out a little. He smiled at Brooke. He gave a thumbs up. All of this he did with difficulty, but he did it.

He's going into surgery in the next hour to have a piece of his skull bone replaced. They left it off while his brain was swollen. If there are no complications from the surgery, he may move to a recovery facility in a few days. He has been physically pretty stable these last three or four days.

fitbrit · « **Reply #279 on:** January 30, 2014, 02:47:52 pm »

Quote from: JimH on January 30, 2014, 02:38:56 pm

Brooke called to say that a speech specialist did an assessment today. She asked Matt to do a number of things, most of which he was able to do. Significantly, he was able to nod slightly for yes, and shake his head slightly for no. He stuck his tongue out a little. He smiled at Brooke. He gave a thumbs up. All of this he did with difficulty, but he did it.

This is great news indeed. Thanks for the update.

HTPC4ME · « **Reply #280 on:** January 30, 2014, 03:05:04 pm »

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Brooke called to say that a speech specialist did an assessment today. She asked Matt to do a number of things, most of which he was able to do. Significantly, he was able to nod slightly for yes, and shake his head slightly for no. He stuck his tongue out a little. He smiled at Brooke. He gave a thumbs up. All of this he did with difficulty, but he did it.

He's going into surgery in the next hour to have a piece of his skull bone replaced. They left it off while his brain was swollen. If there are no complications from the surgery, he may move to a recovery facility in a few days. He has been physically pretty stable these last three or four days.

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jodokus · « **Reply #281 on:** January 30, 2014, 03:25:10 pm »

I just read what happened with Matt, I wish him all the best.

drmimosa · « **Reply #282 on:** January 30, 2014, 03:39:47 pm »

Wow, that's great news. Hope the surgery goes well and thanks for the update.

I came across a page for with well wishes for Matt and his family at computeraudiophile.com, can you pass this along? His work has really made an impact for a lot of people and we sure miss him on Interact.

http://www.computeraudiophile.com/f8-general-forum/matt-asland-cto-jriver-18900/

All the best for the surgery and thinking of all involved here.

InflatableMouse · « **Reply #283 on:** January 30, 2014, 03:54:23 pm »

Awesome news. Thanks for sharing.

6233638 · « **Reply #284 on:** January 30, 2014, 04:38:09 pm »

That sounds like very positive news, I'm glad to hear that he is making good progress.
Even though I haven't been posting in this topic much, I have been checking up on things daily.

connersw · « **Reply #285 on:** January 30, 2014, 06:09:14 pm »

Just read on Caring Bridge that Matt is in surgery now. Thoughts and prayers are with him and his family tonight.

Maeghaus · « **Reply #286 on:** January 30, 2014, 07:55:58 pm »

Waiting to hear the results of surgery and thinking of Matt and family and friends. Hugs all around.

-- Tom

JimH · « **Reply #287 on:** January 30, 2014, 09:50:53 pm »

He's out of surgery and it went well. He's back in his room.

FastKayak · « **Reply #288 on:** January 30, 2014, 10:16:45 pm »

Thanks for the good news. A critical step for Matt's recovery starts out well. Whew!

FastKayak / Larry - a fellow Minnesotain

kensn · « **Reply #289 on:** January 30, 2014, 11:20:24 pm »

Quote from: JimH on January 30, 2014, 09:50:53 pm

He's out of surgery and it went well. He's back in his room.

Outstanding!!

apgood · « **Reply #290 on:** January 31, 2014, 03:02:43 am »

So glad to read it went well and the Matt's condition is slowly improving! Come to read everyday how you are doing Matt and my thoughts are with you and your family.

rlebrette · « **Reply #291 on:** January 31, 2014, 11:00:28 am »

I go through this topic everyday to get news from Matt.
It's good to know that he is recovering, even slowly, as we say in France: chi va piano va sano (yes that's an italian sentence)
Let him knows that the "JRiver's french community" is wishing him the best recovery.

Chico · « **Reply #292 on:** January 31, 2014, 02:39:38 pm »

Great News!
Keep up the good work Matt!

Jim,
Thanks for the regular updates. I know this must be tough on JRiver as well as Matt and his family.

Chico

GHammer · « **Reply #293 on:** January 31, 2014, 11:53:06 pm »

Best to Matt and his family. Hanhan & I will keep him in our prayers.
He's always been a great guy in all ways.

bobkatz · « **Reply #294 on:** February 01, 2014, 12:42:18 pm »

Quote from: GHammer on January 31, 2014, 11:53:06 pm

Best to Matt and his family. Hanhan & I will keep him in our prayers.
He's always been a great guy in all ways.

I just learned that Matt had a terrible accident. He has been the most generous and capable person! I wish him well. It looks like a slow but sure road to recovery. These things take time, but Matt's got the right attitude and I know he will pull through! Please keep us informed here and pass him our well wishes and prayers.

Take care, Matt,

Bob Katz

bytestar · « **Reply #295 on:** February 01, 2014, 12:55:15 pm »

Best wishes from Germany for a full recovery Matt.

jtwrace · « **Reply #296 on:** February 01, 2014, 02:36:46 pm »

This is the only care of JRiver I have at this point. I love the program but this man's health and well being is so much more important to me.

I know things continue but I can't ask for anything Matt's health at this point.

Matt, Brooke & family we're pulling for you.

sg60 · « **Reply #297 on:** February 01, 2014, 02:44:33 pm »

Best wishes to Matt and his family. Sounds like they're seeing improvement and that's great news.

azteca x · « **Reply #298 on:** February 02, 2014, 08:18:22 am »

Wow, I had no idea. Best wishes! I'm glad that he is able to respond and seems to be improving.

JimH · « **Reply #299 on:** February 02, 2014, 09:30:04 am »

The last couple of days have been mixed. Matt had surgery on Thursday to replace the part of his skull that had been removed to allow his brain to expand. I saw him yesterday and he was less alert than on the day I had visited before surgery.

On the other hand, when they tested his responses the day after surgery, he was able to move each of his fingers independently. That hadn't happened before.

This is consistent with what a couple of people have said in private messages. They cautioned not to expect a quick recovery and to be prepared for a long haul, with some setbacks and frustration and disappointments along the way.

I like what jtwrace said above:

"I love the program but this man's health and well being is so much more important to me."

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Author Topic: Get well, Matt. (Read 155825 times)

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