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Monthly Archives: September 2011
There is guilt in love
Guilt is a thing every parent knows very well. Guilt that you are not able to parent fully and perfectly. Guilt when you realize you just didn’t have the knowledge to parent effectively in a particular situation. Guilt when you … Continue reading
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Still no clear answers
Arla just does not feel well. However, the tests are not producing any clear answers or reasons for her lack of energy and general ill feeling. Keep praying. God has those answers. Her care givers need to look in the … Continue reading
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Prayer
While Arla needs prayer and her doctors need prayer, so does Harold. They were taking Arla for a CT Scan at 5:15 p.m. Harold has been with Arla all day and this day will be a long one for Harold. … Continue reading
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A step backward
Arla has taken a few steps backward in the last two days. She is fatiguing quickly, not following commands, lacking the ability to hold herself upright during therapy, and is generally unable to participate in her therapies. This is not … Continue reading
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Thank you, Lord, for prayer
For those of you who prayed the name of Paul, thank you. And thank you to our Lord for hearing those prayers. Paul is becoming more alert. His mental confusion is lifting, and he may be moved out of ICU … Continue reading
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Prayer
How and when should a person pray? 1 Thessalonians 16 – 18 tells us, “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” While many verses in the Bible teach … Continue reading
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A clarification….
Arla needs and can receive visitors. However, please limit your visits and try not to have large groups of people (more than 2) in the room or around Arla at once. The multiple voices and visual stimulation quickly tires her. … Continue reading
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Prayers
For those of you who have been praying for Arla, we have an important request. When you speak her name in prayer tonight or tomorrow morning, also speak the name Paul. God will know who you are praying for. Ask … Continue reading
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Little by little
Today, Arla had a barium swallow test to verify what types and textures of foods she can safely eat or drink on a regular basis. The test involves the patient eating and drinking a variety of foods that have been coated or mixed … Continue reading
Amazing…
When someone suffers a stroke, life often becomes a daily celebration. So much is exciting and promising and wonderful. Today Arla had more success with swallowing, and it is a reason to celebrate. She swallowed a few bites of applesauce … Continue reading
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Consider it pure joy! 