In the last two weeks I've had interruptions at night...last week my mom came in my room and said "we are taking dad to the hospital we think he had a stroke." This morning she came in at 2:30 am and said "They just admitted Brandy to the hospital; just thought I'd let you know." Both involve hospitals but entirely different meanings!
Brandy was in labor from about 7pm last night but they broke her water at 6:30am; and she had him an hour later...so things went quickly:) It is a blessing to have a healthy mom and baby! And at a time like this; well...its truly a gift that will not ever be forgotten!
Today Dad has tremendously made noticeable improvements! He now OPENS HIS EYES on command!!! I had to work today; so when I went into see him mom said "Open your eyes and see your daughter" and he did! We (and by that I mean, I) talked looking at each other...which hasn't happened in over a week!
Mom told him about Derek and he got a little upset...but he is doing better now. The best thing for him right now is not to ignore Derek coming into this world; but rather embrace it and let dad know that he is on the way to recovery and will see him very soon! Since he got upset this afternoon about hearing him; I was concerned that we shouldn't talk about him because that may get him more upset that he's 'missing out' on this time...but I spoke to a doctor who said it is this baby that will help him get healthy faster because now he has a goal!
Dad is still in need of prayer to make more and more improvements...more and more abilities to be alert; talking; moving, etc....the list goes on...but today we are very much in awe of what GOD has done in our midst!
Also just to let you all know; that this morning Karen's father had another stroke and they were told to say their 'goodbyes'. Pray for her family as they mourn the soon-to-be loss of her dad. (Most likely he will pass 24-48 hours). Praise God that mom has been given this opportunity to make friends and be a good witness of the goodness that Christ offers.
I cannot believe this is all really happening...God has such a funny way sometimes to challenge us; and why he chose us to be front and center of a miracle; I'll never know.
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Praise God!! This brings tears to my eyes because I can remember the first time Lindsay did and how amazing it was. I am so glad that the new baby came into this world safely. Still praying!!
Love
Laura
Thanks for keeping us updated. I pray for your family daily. Congrats on the new arrival! Glad to hear that everything went well for Brandy. Love to all, Molly
yep-that baby will make him get better faster! babies do that ya know. ;o).... so sorry for karen and her family-still praying for all of you.
Wow, what a day. Glad things are moving along even though they are slow, slow is good. Praising God for the small stuff. Praying also for the families you are ministering in the waiting room. We have made some lasting friendships there. Love and prayers for all of you.
Love,
Jan for all the Weltes
Glad to hear things are going well. Still praying!!!
Love,
~Julie
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