From Seth on the Family Situation
Our view when we look this way is a lot better than the opposite direction.
I wanted to let the readership know why I haven't been responding to emails or writing much the last week. My son has been diagnosed with something called Miller Fisher (no relation), a type of Guillain–Barré syndrome. It's rare, and one of the shittier things that can happen to your kid, but one of the better situations for the pediatric ICU at Mott because you can make a full recovery.
Unfortunately it's a bit of a haul to get there. If the treatment works his strength should return, he can come off the ventilator, and we can get to a new normal where I can get some work done. Until he turns the corner, I'm sorry that a lot of the things I do here are going to have to sit around.
We are not asking anything of any of you right now except patience. If you feel like showing gratitude to someone, please direct it towards the doctors and nurses of the University of Michigan's C.S. Mott Children's Hospital. I cannot begin to describe the level of caring and competence we've seen here from everyone. Things might have gone in a lot of directions in the last few days, and we are skidding along peak outcomes because of the brilliance and teamwork of their Pediatric, Neurology, Physical & Occupational Therapy, Psychiatry, Respiratory, Child Life Services and above all Nursing staffs.*
On the plus side, we have an INCREDIBLE view of the Arb and Huron River, and the public bathroom/shower we use has a painting of Tate and Denard.
So I think we'll be fine.
* Seriously, everybody one day should see what Rounds look like. It's like watching NASA work an Apollo mission.
I’m sorry to learn of this. You and your wife’s love and strength will be the X factor in your sons recovery
Hang in there, Seth. We will all be rooting for you and your family. Let us know if/when we can help with money.
Your son is in great hands Seth. Hoping for a speedy recovery. I had a coil put in my heart at Mott on my 20th birthday. I was not their typical patient, but they were amazing nonetheless.
seth, like probably everyone here i had no idea there was an issue with your son. you all will be in our prayers and if there is anything we can do, simply ask.
that visit to the farm we spoke about is always open and we have lambs he can hold and pet, very sweet. would be good for his healing, and maybe the rest of you, too.
blessings.
Just don’t send any for training while he’s there. 😄
That “full recovery” will happen! Mott is the best. We are all pulling for your son.
God bless.
Take all the time you need and I hope your son makes a full and speedy recovery!
Wishing you and yours the best for the best possible outcome. Stay strong, and lean on your friends, family, and the group when necessary!!
Much love to your family.
I'm so sorry. May your family and other loved ones get through this ordeal intact and hers hoping that your son is soon smiling even brighter then Denard. I'm not really the praying type myself, but will be sending one towards your son's complete and total recovery.
Seth,
As a father of a child who was in the ICU, I know how difficult this is. I am sending you and your family lots of thoughts and support during this difficult time. It sounds like he is in the right place and I hope he gets all the care and love that he needs.
Thinking of you, your son, and the rest of your family. There is a whole community behind you!
All my best to you and the family, Seth- it's a horrible thing for your child to be sick, but at least you're in the right place to handle it.
So glad to hear your son is getting the best care. I'm so glad you are there for him and your family. Like so many of us on this blog, we think of you as a friend even though we have probably never met you. Big hugs from your fan base, Seth.
You all don’t owe us anything for the free content provided for years. Take care of your fam. I will say that I miss the content Brian used to provide, but obviously health comes first.
Sorry to hear this. Best wishes for a full recovery. This website is the last thing you should be worrying about right now.
Very sorry to hear that, Seth. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for your boy, as well as strength and patience for you and your family. I hope you're as spot-on with your optimism about his prognosis as you were in your prediction about The Game. 👍
As an aside, Mott (and Michigan Medicine as a whole, really) truly is a gem. I grew up in Ann Arbor and have dealt with Mott in several capacities, i.e., as a patient, as a volunteer, as an employee, as a family member of a patient, and as a visitor. Everything there is top-notch. I came to fully appreciate its excellence after moving to California and dealing with Stanford Medicine when my son had RSV. I thought that since Michigan Medicine is great, Stanford Medicine must be even better. How wrong I was. I was shocked at how terrible the patient and family experience is there is compared to Michigan.
Seth, all the best to you and your son. Take all the time you need. MGoBlog has your back if you ever need anything.
Mott has amazing things happen hundreds of times daily.
Your son will do well. He's in great hands.
Hang in there.
Glad you got into Mott. Sorry you and your family is having to deal with this. Many of us have “been there”, but no one will truly be able to go through what you’re experiencing. Everyone has their own path and experiences. Our prayers with the care team, you, you wife and your child. My only advice - try to find something to look forward to everyday. A new game from Child Life, the athletes visiting on Thursday nights, 2 mins in the courtyard, your kid getting a bath for the first time in weeks. Whatever it is. There are a million difficult things going on each day.
and you’re not joking about rounds. Truly incredible.
Take care of family.
Thoughts with you Seth!!
Thoughts and prayers
For all of the energy, joy and positivity that you have sown into this Blog, I hope you and your family reap back 1000 fold. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care.
Seth if you need anything at all please don't hesitate to reach out to me via email. Anything you need man seriously. Take care of your family. Much love my friend
So very sad to hear that.
My best wishes are with you, your son, and your family.
Seth. You are da man!
Let me know how I can help. If there are any fundraising efforts, do let us know.
Seth, best wishes to your son for a full and quick recovery. Family is what life is all about.
Both my sons are doctors who trained at Michigan. When I think of what constitutes a true Michigan (wo)man, I believe my boys fit the description as much as any athlete. I had a serious health issue a few years ago that the doctors, nurses and many others at Michigan Medicine got me through and I made a full recovery. They are my heroes.
Sending baruchas for a speedy and complete recovery!
Take all the time you need, Seth. Prayers for your son.
Prayers up for your son and his complete recovery. Love and support to you and your family, Seth 🙏🏾❤️.
Sorry to hear your son is struggling Seth. I’m sure it’s tough for him but possibly tougher for you. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.
Hopefully the MGO community was able to assist in some way to your earlier email. Sounds like a few knowledgeable folks chimed in. I, unfortunately, am not one of those.
All the best to you and your little guy. Sounds like you are in good hands on a path they have positive experience with.
Courage to your son, you, and your whole family. You've got the whole MGoCommunity behind you (though, admittedly, the excellent staff at Mott is an even better asset to have).
Sorry to hear that Seth. I don't have any kids of my own so I can only imagine how hard this is for you. My wife and I will keep your son and family in our prayers. The whole Michigan family is here for you!
Praying for your son to get through this 💙
He’s got the best looking after him, he’ll be on the mend soon I bet.
Thanks for sharing Seth, and I certainly will be praying for your kid's full recovery, thank God he is in great hands.
Situations like these really put things into perspective.
Wish you the very best!
Wishing your son a full and swift recovery. Please be sure to take care of yourself throughout this. I know it is easier said than done, but important things often are.
Sad to hear - 🙏🏼 for your son and family. Sounds rough but you’re in a great place and that’s a blessing.
You're living my second biggest fear as a dad. So glad to hear there is a path back to normal for your kid and your family. I'm not a praying man, but I'm rooting like hell for you all.
Seth although I am at a loss for words I pray that you and your family are surrounded in Godly love.
Sending STRONG,POSITIVE vibes,my blue friend to you and your family.
No words: sending positive vibes
Praying for you all Seth.
Fuck Seth, I am so sorry to hear that. I'm glad your family is getting the care needed, and that you have the resources to do so. If there comes a time where that isn't the case, I hope you'd let the MGoBlog money cannon help. Much love
Seth, you have the support of our entire online MGo community, which is about as impressive a group as one might find. And many of us are parents who can either sympathize or empathize with you and your family's situation. Take the time you need, hang in there, and know that you and yours are far from alone as you walk through this. Kol hakavod in getting this far my friend!
Thinking some Mi Shebeirach thoughts for you guys over here. Hope the professionals have this all under control and en route to a full and speedy recovery. Your community appreciates and supports you in the meantime!
Rooting for all the Fishers, young and old.
Hoping for the best