Most of you know that today was very exciting for Laura. She got to walk. Laura was able to get up and walk 4 times today (I think). Of course she was thrilled to actually do something and I believe the doctors are excited for her but want her to tone it down a bit. Good luck with that...if they figure that out I would love to know how!
If you have not heard, today was very simular to yesterday in that there were small improvements in all the lab results but still a long way to go. I think the doctors are even trying to hold back their hope a bit. They have made it very clear that it IS possible to for Laura to improve so much that she goes home within the week, BUT the reality is we need to prepare for a few weeks. And THEN they will remove Laura's gallbladder. I have been told that she will not be leaving the hospital with her gallbladder AND it is likely that she will not be moved out of the trauma unit because that is the best available care for her and her condition is still serious.
A few of the elders and one of our Pastors prayed with Laura today. That was a great gift, so thank you guys for being there. It means a lot to everyone involved. Somehow, Laura is still leading some of us through all of this and pointing us all to Christ. As Holly has shared, she is able to understand what our needs are when we walk in to her room. To be honest, it's hard to hide the emotion, and I can't help but wonder if she knows. The fact is, Laura is doing a little better everyday and she keeps saying that she wants out of there. She sounds more and more like herself everyday.
The prayer needs are simple. First, that Laura continues to improve and God heals her ONLY to show His Glory. In scripture, God always had a reason for healing someone. The purpose was not to make someone well, but to prove His power, love, grace, and Glory. I believe we have an opportunity to give Him praise through this. The statistics are not good for this type of infection. 3 out of 10 people don't make it. It's hard for me to even write that because it's really difficult for me to imagine walking out of that hospital for the last time alone. So then, where do I turn? One of my favorite verses...
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous hand.
I was telling Holly tonight that the word "idle" was stuck in my head today. When the doctors were laying out the day this morning all I heard was "idle." Meaning, "I am in control here. Watch me work, BUT be patient and REST." Our peace and rest should come from Him and our trust IN Him. I know God's got this one. I know He does. So, I want to ask all of you to do a few things...Continue to pray. Find some Peace in those prayer times. And Rest. Actually pray for rest for others as well. Laura, Holly, Janice and Denny need rest. A type of rest that can't be explained. My children need rest. They have been so wonderfully blessed by all of you.
Finally, you have all been such a wonderful encouragement to me and my family. Laura takes it all in stride and listens to all the things you are all doing for her and everyone involved. I have been a part of this church for almost 12 years and I have never seen this before. Please continue in this spirit once Laura walks out of the hospital WITH me. I love you all. J.P.
If you have not heard, today was very simular to yesterday in that there were small improvements in all the lab results but still a long way to go. I think the doctors are even trying to hold back their hope a bit. They have made it very clear that it IS possible to for Laura to improve so much that she goes home within the week, BUT the reality is we need to prepare for a few weeks. And THEN they will remove Laura's gallbladder. I have been told that she will not be leaving the hospital with her gallbladder AND it is likely that she will not be moved out of the trauma unit because that is the best available care for her and her condition is still serious.
A few of the elders and one of our Pastors prayed with Laura today. That was a great gift, so thank you guys for being there. It means a lot to everyone involved. Somehow, Laura is still leading some of us through all of this and pointing us all to Christ. As Holly has shared, she is able to understand what our needs are when we walk in to her room. To be honest, it's hard to hide the emotion, and I can't help but wonder if she knows. The fact is, Laura is doing a little better everyday and she keeps saying that she wants out of there. She sounds more and more like herself everyday.
The prayer needs are simple. First, that Laura continues to improve and God heals her ONLY to show His Glory. In scripture, God always had a reason for healing someone. The purpose was not to make someone well, but to prove His power, love, grace, and Glory. I believe we have an opportunity to give Him praise through this. The statistics are not good for this type of infection. 3 out of 10 people don't make it. It's hard for me to even write that because it's really difficult for me to imagine walking out of that hospital for the last time alone. So then, where do I turn? One of my favorite verses...
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous hand.
I was telling Holly tonight that the word "idle" was stuck in my head today. When the doctors were laying out the day this morning all I heard was "idle." Meaning, "I am in control here. Watch me work, BUT be patient and REST." Our peace and rest should come from Him and our trust IN Him. I know God's got this one. I know He does. So, I want to ask all of you to do a few things...Continue to pray. Find some Peace in those prayer times. And Rest. Actually pray for rest for others as well. Laura, Holly, Janice and Denny need rest. A type of rest that can't be explained. My children need rest. They have been so wonderfully blessed by all of you.
Finally, you have all been such a wonderful encouragement to me and my family. Laura takes it all in stride and listens to all the things you are all doing for her and everyone involved. I have been a part of this church for almost 12 years and I have never seen this before. Please continue in this spirit once Laura walks out of the hospital WITH me. I love you all. J.P.
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Any encouraging words will be passed on to the Fredericks. Thanks!