Author Archives: Mary Ann Falk

Time to pray

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

Please pray for Melissa.  She has been battling a serious lung infection.  Now she may have abdominal issues.  However, she is most likely not strong enough for surgery.  God is waiting for us to lift up Melissa.  Also pray for her husband … Continue reading →

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ENJOY LIFE NOW!

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

A friend shared this story and I thought perhaps we could all use a little introspective look at our lives and what is really important. When I was a kid, my mom liked to make breakfast food for dinner every … Continue reading →

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There is guilt in love

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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….

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Mary Ann Falk

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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