Waiting & Praying

We were fortunate to arrive at the hospital yesterday in time to get an ultrasound, x-rays and blood work completed so hopefully the reports are available for the doctor when we meet with him early this morning. Talking with the technician, we suspect that there may be a gallbladder problem that needs to be addressed. Please pray for guidance and wisdom for the medical people as they evaluate the reports and for any additional specialists that we may need to quickly call upon.

Daughter Sue (RN) will be flying in from Michigan this morning to be with us for a few days, helping to evaluate the reports and make decisions on what should be done. We have appreciated her council during many phone calls, and look forward to her arrival. What is a greater blessing than caring family members and friends?

Carol had quite a difficult day yesterday, but was able to take a bit of fluid late in the evening and keep it down. That was an answer to prayer after so many “upsets” during the day. I trust that she got some rest and I will be heading back to the hospital as soon as this blog is sent. Will let you know of any major changes.

Yes, these are difficult times for all of us. As we project ahead, we know what the ultimate is, and look forward to taking that leap from here to eternity. It is that time between now and then that can be concerning, but we strive to keep FROGing (Fully Relying on God) day by day, praying for a miracle but ready to accept what ever the Lord allows us to experience along the way.

Many times I am reminded of Jesus prayer in Gethsemane (Mark 14:26) when he said in part “…Please take this cup of suffering away from me.” But then he followed that statement saying “Yet I want your will, not mine.” Yes, we would love to have this cup taken away, but most of all it is His will that we want, not ours.

Thanks so much for your prayers and encouragement. We appreciate all of you!!!

Love,

Chuck…and Carol too