Here it is day eight. Each day we arrive at the hospital at 12:00 noon. We go in and see Steve for a half hour then wait for an hour and a half and see him again. This continues for 12:00, 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 and 8:00. Then we leave. There are some days that get rather long. Today was one of them. The DR said there would be days like this.... (Maybe someone could write a song with those lyrics...). His numbers are still fine. He is still reacting to the nurses commands and that is good. Robin his nurse for the last few days told me when we left that he is doing good. He is still progressing and that is good. It is just hard to be patient when the steps are soooooo small.
It is in these times that we are able to minister to others in the waiting room. Thanks to many of you - we take food up to share with others who are going through just as difficult times. We have seen the faces of families who have lost loved ones. We also see the tears of teens who have heard not so good news about their mother. We see the expression of relief on families who have heard from the DR "we got all the tumor". This is really a unique place to find yourself. Kimberly and I have come to know many of these families. It is neat to show compassion and the love of Christ to these people. When we share "war" stories they ask how we were able to get through last Tuesday and we are able to share that this adventure is God's plan for us right now and we will be fine. God placed another believer family in the waiting room today and that was a special treat.
Please pray with us for Karen and her family. The DR said that her father is hour to hour and that his recovery will take a very long time. As we left today - we whispered - I hope I see you tomorrow. I plan on going to lunch in the main building with her tomorrow. Then we can talk more.
The beginning and end of Jeremiah 29:11 are great for us right now ---"For I know the plans I have for you"....(and HE does)..."plans to give you hope and a future." I hope I am not taking this out of context, but this verse gives me strength to keep going.
By the way - this was mom writing again. Thank you ALL for your prayers for us. We feel God's peace. By the way - no baby boy yet.
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Hi Janice:
We were away last week with the Comptons, heard of Steve's situation and have been praying for you, Steve and your entire family.
Our God is great and I am sure he will give you all strength to get through this storm.
Please know that we love you guys and have long admired your walk with Him and your willingness to make service to Him a prioroty in your family.
We will keep an eye on your blog to track Steve's progress and please let us know if we can help in any way, my cell number is 856-630-8809, please do not hesitate to call.
Please give Steve a big hug from us.
-Bill Mulligan
isn't it cool to know that God has placed you guys in a place where you can minister to others? i love watching Him work like that. love you guys-
Dear Jan,
It is amazing to me that God is giving you opportunities to show His love in such a hard time. He is so great! I love and admire you and Steve very much. I pray for you often!
love, Debbie
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