When Two or More Are Gathered....(Prayer Requests)

[Queen Mother]

Jesus says, "When two or more are gathered in my name,
there I am also."

Prayer is an essential tool in the daily walk of Christians. And, it's important that we support one another by praying for each others' needs while giving thanks for the many blessings we all receive daily.

Please share any and all prayer requests. You'll find there are many friends in our community just waiting to lift you up today.

[Hawkeye]

I say we keep Fotno's wife and new boy in our daily prayers.

[Flowergirl]

and Hawk's billow's.

[Guru]

I'm saying a word for Fotno_s family, Queen Mother and Hawkeye.

[Queen Mother]

Thank you Guru. I will be praying for Fotno's family until that baby is born in May!

Hawk, you keep taking those heavy-duty antibiotics, because those grandchildren are gonna be looking for Paps to be well Christmas! I'm praying for you.

Let's also remember 3kidspa's daughter who had jaw surgery. She's at home recuperating and I pray she'll be all better by Christmas!

[Guru]

That's right, adding that BaeBae of 3KP to my prayers. After all the good news 3KP gave us it slipped out of my mind.

[Flowergirl]

My sweet little nephew, Preston has been in UMC. He is 4. His platelets feel to 2000, we should have a platelet level of 200,000. His immune system was interrupted by antibiotics for waterborn parasitic infection picked up at a petting zoo. He is recovering now. A prayer of thanksgiving is in order.

My teenagers are on the road ( BB on his first big date) in this weather. Please remember them.

[Queen Mother]

Flowergirl, I'm so glad your nephew is recovering. I'll continue to pray for him and a speedy recovery.

Prayers being said for your children (teens). Everytime they leave the house, a mother can't help but worry. They are in God's protecting hands - that's always my prayer!

[Flowergirl]

Hubby has been up all night with a high fever, chills and joint aches. It appears to be the flu. Please remember him in your prayers.

Also, remember Guru. He mentioned a couple of times yesterday on the forum that he was not feeling well. I tried to call and check on him yesterday afternoon and didn't get an answer, however, I do not have his cell phone number. Perhaps some of you do and can follow up and make sure he is ok and let us know.

Let's remember the traveling families and the lonely and less fortunate this morning as well. Most of all, less be thankful for our Saviour, Jesus Christ.

[Queen Mother]

Flowergirl, thanks for mentioning those requests. I'm praying that your hubby and Guru are on the mends and will be all better soon.

In addition to those you've mentioned, let's remember those who are serving in the military and are away from their families this year. I thank them for their sacrifices so I can be safe and enjoy this holiday with my family without fear.

[Guru]

I am the Phoenix, and I have risen. Thanks QM, et al for the get well wishes.

[Flowergirl]

I would like to ask the each of you continue to pray for my husband who is still quite ill and for Hawkeye, who is also still having a time of it with his breathing.

[Flowergirl]

Let's not forget Fotno's wife and baby.

[Queen Mother]

Thanks FG for the update on your husband and Hawkeye. Prayers going for each of them.

And, continued prayers for Fotno's family.

[Nana]

Thanks girls. This has been a long battle for Hawkeye, hope the new regimen works. Prayers to all those in need. May we start the new year with good health.

[Fotno]

My paw paw has been sick to his stomach,vomiting and such.
He's so hard-headed he won't go to the doctor.
Maybe it's only a 24Hr bug,but he's been in bed all day.

[Queen Mother]

Older folks just don't believe in doctors. It sounds like maybe what Guru had. Prayers for him Fotno and I hope he is better soon.

[Fotno]

Please join me in prayer for a friend that is as close to me as a brother could be. Clem Viola was in a motorcycle wreck and is in very critical condition in a hospital in Shreveport, La. I was told that he has lost a leg and the Drs. are still undecided about one of his arms. They are trying to get him stabilized and keep him alive for the time being. Pease add him to your prayer lists. Clem is very close to our Lord and we have had many good discussions and bible studies together. Thank you for your prayers!

Regards,

Bob Tuttle

337-336-1648 US Cell



+6 014 677 0040 HP Malaysia

This is an e-mail I received from an old friend of mine.I just wanted to pass it along.Thanks.

[pooker]

So sorry to hear that Fotno he is in my prayers!

[Queen Mother]

Fotno, I'm sorry to hear about this accident. I, too, will pray for God's healing, His comfort and peace.

[Flowergirl]

Praying now!

[BassCatter]

May the Lord bless Isaac, also known to us all as Jr. Jr., as he goes through the first surgical procedure of his little life. Isaac's adenoids are breing removed and he will have to have general anesthetic to coplete this procedure.

God Bless Isaac.

[Queen Mother]

Thanks Rob - is his surgery today? Please keep us posted. Prayers being said now for Jr.Jr. and for his parents who are nervously waiting.

[BassCatter]

Yes this morning.......He might be complete by now....I've left a message on FB's phone for him to call me when he can.

[Flowergirl]

We will sure be thinking of him. LEt us know how he is doing!

[BassCatter]

Talked to Fish Bait......Jr. Jr. woke up from the procedure madder than all get out, but calmed down 30 minutes later. He was drinking some milk and watching a DVD in the back seat on the way home.......Glad the little dude did fine with the General Anestesia!

[Queen Mother]

Thanks Rob for letting us know about jr.jr. And thankyou God for bring him through the procedure (and for taking care of his parents!)

[Fish-Bait]

Thanks for the prayers folks. Jr./jr. is snorin' in momma's arms. He sounds like a three cylinder chainsaw with a miss on #2 cylinder! I guess there won't be any sleep for us tonight! He did fine through the surgery. He woke up madder than a cold/wet rooster in December. He is resting well know though. Doc said we should see some improvement in 1-2 weeks and a vast improvement in 4-6 weeks with his sinus and sleep apnea.

thank you guys so much

Fish, Jr., Jr./jr., and Mrs. Fish

[Flowergirl]

I am glad that you are all home and he is resting peacefully.

[Queen Mother]

So glad to know he's at home and doing well, FB. Keep us posted.

[Nana]

Glad all is ok FB, good that you are home.:)

[EricStratton]

Other than having a massive hangover that has left me feeling like a cat without whiskers most of the day.......the other reason I haven't posted all day is that I found out on the way home from camp, that a friend of mine passed away this morning after a long bout with cancer.....

He was a former boss of mine.....Like most bosses, I didn't always like him and we butted heads on more than one occasion, but I always respected him and he made me a better coach and, more importantly, a better person during the times I worked for him at two different schools....

He leaves behind a wife, a son (who plays for the Tampa Bay Bucaneers), a daughter (who is in college), the high school team in Georgia he was coaching, and a whole host of former players and assistant coaches he influenced in over 30 years of coaching.....

Please keep his family and friends in your prayers....

[SoMissTV]

Will do, ES.

[Flowergirl]

Fotno is not feeling well, maybe has the virus his wife had; let's remember him.

[Queen Mother]

Will do FG. And how is your husband's flu? Is he doing better?

[Flowergirl]

He is finally better! Thanks QM! Now I have the sniffles...

[Queen Mother]

FG, try to stay out of this cold weather. The temps will be in the 70s by weekend, and in the 20s again next week.

[xc9]

Fotno is not feeling well, maybe has the virus his wife had; let's remember him. Will do, my thoughts are with all who are ill.

[Nana]

How are you doing XC9? Hope you're feeling much better.:)

[Fotno]

This is an update from my buddy concerning our friend that had the motorcycle wreck.

All, Thanks for your prayers. Clem is doing some better, but is still not out of the woods. His wife Deborah has started a blog so we can keep up with how he is doing. I had to go to the google homepage to get into it, but that may have to do with the fact I am in Malaysia. Try this address.


http://miraclemanclem.blogspot.com/2008_01_01_archive.html


Regards,

Bob Tuttle

337-336-1648 US Cell

Thanks for the prayers.



+6 014 677 0040 HP Malaysia

[Queen Mother]

Thanks for the update, Fotno. Prayers will continue.

[Queen Mother]

Just wanted to mention that a few of our own members are still feeling under the weather -

XC9 - is still recovering from heart surgery
Flowergirl - has the crud and is feeling pretty rotten
MsQueen - coughing with laryngitis
Hawk - still recovering from bronchitis, but better
Flowergirl's hubby - has had the flu, somewhat better now
Fotno - got the 'bug' from his wife and child, better now

If there are others who are sick, please add their names here. Prayers for all our members and their families who may be sick right now.

[xc9]

Just wanted to mention that a few of our own members are still feeling under the weather -

XC9 - is still recovering from heart surgery
Flowergirl - has the crud and is feeling pretty rotten
MsQueen - coughing with laryngitis
Hawk - still recovering from bronchitis, but better
Flowergirl's hubby - has had the flu, somewhat better now
Fotno - got the 'bug' from his wife and child, better now

If there are others who are sick, please add their names here. Prayers for all our members and their families who may be sick right now.

Thanks Queen Mother. This surgery didn't involve my aorta this time. They did a femoral-femoral bypass. I have a plastic tube connecting my artery from the right side of upper groin to the left groin area. I guess the piece is probably 6 inches running across me. The first surgery in March was the aorta - femoral stents.
You also are recovering from your heart surgery-take care and my prayers are for all who need them.

[Flowergirl]

We need to add Nana to the list, she is still not feeling well.

[Queen Mother]

The following appeared in the Hattiesburg American. I thought it was worth posting here.

Writer offers a Prayer for Our Nation
By Rodney Sessions

It has been my custom in writing this column for the past 10 years to start off the New Year with a prayer. This year I offer a prayer for our nation.

Dear God to you, who created both heaven and earth, we offer this prayer for our nation. Help us as a people to ever be mindful from whence we came and of the sacrifices of those who came before us.

Let us ever be mindful that the weakness of a nation's people is a greater threat to the survival of a nation than the strength of its enemies. Be with each American so that we may be more responsible citizens of our nation, and at the same time help us to realize that we are also citizens of the world that we share with over 6 billion other people.

History lessons

Let us not forget the lessons of history so that we do not keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again. Help us to not depart from the values and principles that this great nation was founded upon.

Help us to work on nurturing the growth of our wisdom so that it may keep pace or exceed the development of our knowledge, for knowledge without wisdom can be a dangerous thing. Let us, as a people, strive to maintain our goodness, for it is upon our goodness that our greatness is founded.

Forgive us when we as a government and we as a people have failed to live up to the heritage passed down to us from the generations of Americans who came before us.

Let us ever be mindful of the dangers of ignorance, apathy, arrogance, and over indulgence. Be with us as we face both the challenges and opportunities that lie before us.

Let us as Americans be more responsible stewards of this beautiful land and world you have given us. Help us to ever be mindful that we only hold in trust your creation for our children who will come after us. Let us think not only of ourselves, but also of others with whom we share this world.

Dear God let us ever be mindful that we are a "Government of the people, by the people, and for the people." Help each of us to use our individual gifts, talents, and resources to maintain the goodness and greatness of our nation.

One nation

Help us to remember that we were founded as "One nation under God" and that "A nation divided against itself cannot stand."

Father we ask You, Who art the Alpha and Omega, to help us enter this New Year with a renewed commitment to maintain and preserve the virtues and principles upon which this great nation was built. Let us have the courage to speak out against that which is wrong, and the boldness to stand up for that which is right.

Dear God we ask for thy forgiveness, guidance and blessings upon us and our nation. Help us to live our lives in faith not fear. Help us to live with joy in our hearts and hands extended to others. God bless America in this New Year. Amen.

[eyescene]

That is the truth if we are not UNITED we will not stand! Our friendship or leadership will fall if we can not agree. of course that was already said.

Here is another sad truth...today...folks don't know whats morally right or wrong...did Satan sneak in and pull some wool over our eyes? I think so!

To you Lord be the glory, to you Lord be the praise...Lord I lift your name on high!! Thanks for being a good God and a just God...and for always being there...always!!!

Abba, Father I ask that you not let Satan deceive me, help me not to be blown by every wind that breezes by. I want to know Father when I have sin even if it hurts....I want to know the truth...cause you said the truth will set me free.

I ask too Father that you will prick the hearts of your children, my children and remind them what sin is and that sin will take them down a road that is fill with despair and that sin only brings temporary happiness and not the true joy that comes from living a selfless life! and Father I ask for forgiveness of the sins that are in my life...I want to live a life that is pleasing to you...take this desire to be selfish away...Thanks Jesus, thank for forgiving me again and again...one day Father I will get it right! I love you so very much!!

Jesue you Rule!! Amen

[Flowergirl]

I don't know if you all recall my requesting prayer for my 4 year old nephew, Preston, last month or not, but he is ill again, and I am once again calling on you all to join me in asking our Lord to heal him

Last month Preston's young mother, my youngest sister, took him to the doctor for a "rash". It was petechia( small hemorrhages under the skin, when I saw him he looked like he had been beat to a pulp! Black and blue.) and upon further investigation, Preston was found to have a critically low platelet count(<10000, should be 200,000).

Six weeks prior to Preston's illness, he contracted Cryptosporidia- a waterborn parasite from a petting zoo in Jackson and was treated with Avelox ( strong antibaterial medicine).

After much more investigation, UMC hemotologists and pediatric specialists concluded that Preston's immune system had been "destroyed" by the parasite and the antibiotics. He was successfully treated with immunoglobulins and went home 3 weeks ago, his platelet count over 200k.

My younger sister just called to say that Preston's platelets had leveled off and then started dropping again and that he was now back down to around 30,000 and would be admitted to the hospital for further treatment and possible spleen removal later this week. ( Spleen isn't functioning appropriately due to Crypto and Antibiotics.)

I sure hope the Doc's are on the right track. I trust they are.
Please remember little Preston and his family.

[Nana]

I'm so sorry to hear that FG. I was so hoping he would be okay. I'll keep him in my prayers.

[Pinky]

I don't know if you all recall my requesting prayer for my 4 year old nephew, Preston, last month or not, but he is ill again, and I am once again calling on you all to join me in asking our Lord to heal him

Last month Preston's young mother, my youngest sister, took him to the doctor for a "rash". It was petechia( small hemorrhages under the skin, when I saw him he looked like he had been beat to a pulp! Black and blue.) and upon further investigation, Preston was found to have a critically low platelet count(<10000, should be 200,000).

Six weeks prior to Preston's illness, he contracted Cryptosporidia- a waterborn parasite from a petting zoo in Jackson and was treated with Avelox ( strong antibaterial medicine).

After much more investigation, UMC hemotologists and pediatric specialists concluded that Preston's immune system had been "destroyed" by the parasite and the antibiotics. He was successfully treated with immunoglobulins and went home 3 weeks ago, his platelet count over 200k.

My younger sister just called to say that Preston's platelets had leveled off and then started dropping again and that he was now back down to around 30,000 and would be admitted to the hospital for further treatment and possible spleen removal later this week. ( Spleen isn't functioning appropriately due to Crypto and Antibiotics.)

I sure hope the Doc's are on the right track. I trust they are.
Please remember little Preston and his family.


FG,
I am SO sorry about your nephew, Preston. It hurts our hearts when a little one is hurting. I pray that the Lord will heal him, as well as keep your sister's spirit. It is hard to be a Mom of a sick one.

Can platelets be transfused or given?

Pinky

[Flowergirl]

They can, but in a youngster they would rather convince their little bodies to produce their own(in his case anyway). The IG's will help with the platelet production.

[xc9]

This is a very very sad story and prayer request. A friends sister in Il. needed surgery to remove a tumor from her bladder. She is so horribly obese the doctors cannot cut through the fat to get to the tumor. She began chemotherapy this week because the doctors are thinking this will reduce her weight drastically very quickly. This poor girl has no hope no faith, and no belief whatsoever. Her sister Debbie is all she has left in her family and this is taking a great deal out of Debbie watching her sister go through this with no mental hopes, or belief in prayer. Please say a prayer for this family as the ill sister id only about 40 years old.

[HarleyBarbie]

Terribly sad. Prayer is what you seek...then prayer you shall have. Please keep us updated on her.

[Flowergirl]

WE have a text prayer chain, may I add her?

[Queen Mother]

Flowergirl, I'm praying for your nephew and for his family. And I'm praying for you, too. This has to be hard on you as well.

XC9 - what a sad situation for your friend's sister - especially since she has lost hope and faith. I'm praying for her and her family as well.

[Queen Mother]

Blessed is the one who is too busy to worry in the daytime and too sleepy to worry at night.

Do not be anxious about anything, instead pray about everything. Philippians 4:6

[xc9]

WE have a text prayer chain, may I add her?
Yes, please. Thank you.

[Queen Mother]

I'd like to ask for prayers for my son.

As he is getting older, we're finding that we need to adjust some of the medications that he takes daily. Puberty is taking a toll on them. These are not easy meds to change and it takes time.

Please pray for him, his doctor and me as we go through the arduous process of getting the meds stabilized again. Thanks in advance.

[Fishing Girl]

I have several prayer request:

1st My hubby grandmother is back in the hospital. We got the call yesterday...I haven't heard anything on how she is since yesterday.

2nd Deputy Blake Thompson (involved in the crash the other day) is a friend of mine and is in need of prayers. I went to see him yesterday and all I know is the GOD was watching over him during the crash. He was to have more surgery yesterday afternoon.

3rd Prayers going out to the Doctors who will be operating on Blake. And to Blake's family that will be there to help him through this difficult time.

4th Prayers going out to families who have lost loved ones in crashes. I know there were several seroius crashes this past week.

Thanks for all the prayers going out.

[Nana]

Remembering all those mentioned.

[Queen Mother]

Thanks for listing those requests FishingGirl. Prayers being said now for all those you mentioned.

[threekidspa]

I need to request prayers for my family. We've had a very horrible, traumatic thing happen to one of us. I can't go into any details right now, but I'm going to need a lot of help from God to give me strenght help my family, to handle this the right way, and not do something REALLY f'ing stupid.

[carsalesguy]

let us know if we can help-

you know where i'm at-

we're all praying for ya-

[SoMissTV]

Same here. I'm a PM away, and me and CSG can be there pronto.

Our prayers are with you.

[IGID]

I can only imagine. I deal with situations and people at their worst on a daily basis. If you need any advice or anything, pm me. I'll say a prayer for you.

[Nana]

I feel for you and want you to know I will be thinking and praying for your family. Lean on us when you need to.

[EricStratton]

I echo all of the above to you, tks.....Let me know if there is anything I can do....

[Fotno]

Sorry to hear that.
let us know if we can help.

[pooker]

Praying for ya I hope you pull through.

[Flowergirl]

I am praying for you all.

[Queen Mother]

I'm praying that God will see your family through this difficult time, and that He will give you 3kidspa, as head of your family, the strength and wisdom you need.

Remember, you're not alone - God promises that He is always there, just call on Him. And, know that your friends here are praying and ready to share your burden how ever we may all help.

[TheCapitalist]

I will pray for you, tkp. We don't need the details. God already knows.

And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

2 Corinthians 12:9

[faithram521]

I will also say a prayer. Hope everything gets better.

[eyescene]

Hey Pa Were praying here too!!

[Nana]

Hawk and I are starting Chantix today. Please remember us as we try to kick this nasty smoking habit.

[Queen Mother]

Nana - I surely will be thinking of you and Hawk - and praying extra hard that you'll have willpower to kick this. I know how much it's affecting your health right now.

Stay positive and busy.

[TheCapitalist]

Hang in there, Nana and Hawk!!! Maybe with both of you at it, you can encourage each other. Like to keep ya around as long as possible!!!!

[Flowergirl]

I think I will jump on the quitting wagon with you both, Hawk and Nana. I am sick of smoking!

An update on Little Preston; Preston is seeing a Hemotoligist today to determine why he is not recoving platelets. Please continue to pray for him.

And, Sherri, my daughter has the crud, please remember her.

[Nana]

Will do FG.

[eyescene]

Nana and Hawk I know I whine about smoking, but that is just me...it is doable!!

[maggie-doodle]

Prayers going up for all request....pray works! :thumbsup:

[maggie-doodle]

Prayers have been sent...may the Good Lord bless and keep you and yours...may he grant you the wisdom to do whatever needs to be done and keep you strong for the long haul!

[Hawkeye]

New one - My best friend Sgt Jimmy Rollins and his wife are here in their motorhome parked at my place while they visit and he attends a school at Camp Shelby.

Last night around 2300 after leaving our house, he had what appeared to be a heart attack. He's only 45 and in good shape for his age but job is very stressful. He's been in the ANG over 20 years, been to Iraq once and due to deploy again later this year.

I talked to our old friend, Noway, last evening as I was building fire under AAA's butt to hurry it up. He was transported to FGH and has been in ICU getting all kinds of test run. So far they haven't found anything but this guy don't have phantom pains.

Please put him and his wife, Mary Ellen, on your prayer lists. He's like a younger brother to me, and a really good, good man.

[Queen Mother]

Saying a prayer now for your friend and his family Hawk.

[Flowergirl]

Been praying for them all day Hawk! Hope they get some good reports and good answers from the docs!

[xc9]

Prayers for all in need. God hears all.

[maggie-doodle]

I would like to request special prayers for my cousin Jim. He is having to have by-pass surgery in the morning (Wed) on the main artery in his neck. It is almost totally closed.

He is a very bad diabetic and has had alot of heart problems the last couple of years...he is also the cousin I previously told yall about that loss everything during Katrina...he has been through alot since 2005.

He is very special to me...this is the cousin that let me live with him while I was trying to buy a house in BSL..

Your prayers will be most appreciated!

[Nana]

Will do Maggie.

[Queen Mother]

Maggid, I'm praying for your cousin and his family. I first-hand know what he's going through and know the power of prayer. I'm also praying for you as you wait for the news from his surgery.

[Hawkeye]

Your prayers were heard people. My friend, Sgt Jimmy Rollins, came through all the tests with flying colors. So, we don't know what happened, it was a first.

Perhaps it was my cooking and a bad case of indigestion, but I fed him the same leftovers when he got out the ICU the next day just to check and it didn't phase him so it wasn't my soul food at fault.

Also, you're being heard on the smoking cessation issue. The Chantix really does seem to lessen the craving and I have tapered off, considerably. My new doc changed my meds and I seem to be doing much better, but still knocking on wood as I say this. The cig addiction has to be as bad as crack cocaine or heroine. I've never had anything squeeze my package like the dang cigs.

Thanks much for your thoughts and prayers.
Hawk

[Queen Mother]

I'm glad your friend checked out okay, Hawk. And, prayers will continue for you and Elle. Stay positive, my friend.

[eyescene]

Elle and Hawk I'm thinking of y'all and I understand where you all are!!! I been there!! Sending good vibes!!! It is the best thing you can do for yourselves!!!

[TheCapitalist]

Hang in there, Hawk!!!

[Fishing Girl]

Went to hospital today to check on Blake...Just missed him by a few minutes. He went into surgery again. I tried to find his wife & dad, but couldn't. I guess they probably went for lunch. The nurse did say he was doing OK. I left a note in the room to let him know that he is on the prayer list.

Mamaw is not doing any better. Her body is just giving out on her.

WTG Hawk & Ella on the smoking..and glad to hear your friend is OK.

[Queen Mother]

FG, thanks for the update on Blake. I pray things will continue to improve for him.

I'm also praying for God's healing and his mercy for your grandmother.

[threekidspa]

Hawk and I are starting Chantix today. Please remember us as we try to kick this nasty smoking habit.
Hang in there you two. I know you can do it! Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Nana]

And how are you doing threekidspa? Still remembering you in thoughts and prayers.

[threekidspa]

And how are you doing threekidspa? Still remembering you in thoughts and prayers.

Its been pretty rough. Knowing that the road ahead is long and probably dark doesn't help. Knowing I have God, and good friends like you all beside me helps get me through the day.

[Queen Mother]

Prayers continue 3kidspa.

"He will keep in perfect peace all those who trust in Him, whose thoughts turn often to the Lord." Isaiah 26:3

[Queen Mother]

Can we please remember the families of those who died in the car crashes on Highway 11 today? This must be a horrible situation for all of them to deal with.

[countrygirl]

Please remember a dear friend of mine that has battled breast cancer for a number of years. She had one breast removed, then after about 5 years had to have the second removed. She has stayed on chemo for several years, and had almost decided to quit when her first grandchildren were born and decided to stick it out a while. The grandchildren are two now and not old enough to remember her, but the cancer moved to her lungs and she now has some other tumors elsewhere. She is presently in the hospital, but as she is a very private person, I'm not sure just how bad it is....but I do know that it's not good. Say a prayer or two for her. Thanks in advance to all of you "prayer horses" out there....

[Nana]

Will do countrygirl. My best to you, her and all that are affected by this.

[HarleyBarbie]

I would like to ask for prayers for a special friend. I believe they are embarking on a new spiritual journey with the Lord. As we all know, it isn't always easy as Satan really begins to tug at us then. I would be so grateful if you would all remember my "special friend." Thank you all and may God bless you.

[Queen Mother]

Countrygirl - I'm going to pray for your friend in the hospital. I pray for God's healing and his mercy as she battles cancer.

HB - And, I know that God will take care of those He calls to Himself. Your friend is not alone.

[eyescene]

Please pray with me...as my little Man, was born into a home of troubled parents. I am very concerned b/c the Mom (my daughter-law) didn't even tell her parents she was pregnant until they were walking out the door to deliver. (they live with her parents. Something is not right here.

I need prayers too!! I don't understand. My son don't understand why she wouldn't tell them. :shrug:

[Queen Mother]

Eye, I'm praying for your family right now. The hardest things I deal with in my life are the things I don't understand and can't change. I know what you're going through.

I'll pray that God will give you peace - if not understanding - to know that He is in control and that He will give you wisdom to deal with this difficult situation. I'm thinking about you Eye!

[maggie-doodle]

Thank you all so much for the prayers...my cousins surgery was postponed yesterday because the doc had two very bad heart related emergencies he had to tend too..the surgery was done early this morning however...

My cousins wife called me earlier and said everything was good so far, surgery is over...no complications during the surgery... they were getting ready to send Jim to the recovery room. As long as there are no complications tonite he can go home tomorrow.

My prayers are continuing for all request...we know thru God and prayer all things are possible.

Hawk, glad to know your friend was ok. Is that the couple I met a couple of months ago when Baloo and I was down there for supper and the bon far?

[Flowergirl]

I have a request for prayer about a career issue that I can't tell you all about yet, but is really exciting! I will know more tomorrow. Will you all pray for me to take the right path?

[Augustus MCcrae]

I, one Augustus McCrae, a most thankful man, just finished reading through this thread and lifting up some special people. Go back and read through it, guys....My gosh almighty, God is good and real. I never cease to be amazed at what God can do with, for, and through people He puts in your path. I have had the ol' Injun on my mind since being at the jurnt Friday night....and all of you.

Goodnight and God speed, my good friends.....

[eyescene]

Augustus you sound like a most wonderful person...I could hug you!!

[Augustus MCcrae]

Augustus you sound like a most wonderful person...I could hug you!!

No, baby, I'm just a pilgrim....an imperfect soul...but I've figured out on that almost 60 year "pilgrimage" what matters most, I think.

[countrygirl]

Please continue to remember my friend....It looks like the end might be coming more quickly than we thought...She's in ICU and most of the family is with her now. This is one of those situations where you really don't know what to pray for other than "Thy will be done..." Sometimes letting go is the right thing to do even if we don't want to....

[Queen Mother]

Please continue to remember my friend....It looks like the end might be coming more quickly than we thought...She's in ICU and most of the family is with her now. This is one of those situations where you really don't know what to pray for other than "Thy will be done..." Sometimes letting go is the right thing to do even if we don't want to....

I know what you pray for countrygirl - you pray for God's mercy.

When my husband had cancer, I had a very dear friend who prayed non-stop with me for my husband's healing. She was a tremendous prayer warrior. And she gave me such strength. Near the end, when things seemed at their worst, she sent me a note that simply said, "We've prayed for God's healing - now it's time to pray for God's mercy."

I was so angry because I felt she had given up. But, when I changed my prayers to praying for God's mercy, the most wonderful things happened - the peace He sent was indescribable and the way He let my husband's death unfold was beautiful and the way He prepared all of us was nothing short of a miraculous blessing.

When you reach this point, countrygirl, you pray for God's mercy!! I'll pray with you.

[TheCapitalist]

Exactly, QM. What kind of healing do you need? Gods grace and mercy will sustain you. The physical life WILL pass. Gods presence will not. Heal my spirit. My body is temporary.

[Nana]

I talked with eyescene this morning and she has asked that I make a prayer request for her brother-in-law who had a stroke last pm. He will be out of work for some time and he is the bread winner of the family. Things are gonna be tough for them but prayer will most definately help.

[maggie-doodle]

When I found out that my mom had cancer, all I could do was cry...I prayed so hard for it not to be so...after I found out it was really bad...I just prayed that the Lord would not let her suffer..that it would be quick..I would ask the Good Lord to "please make my mom better but if you can't do that, PLEASE do not let her lay around and suffer."

After my first prayers she lasted about 3 years more...never once looked sick. Alot/most people who get cancer looks "sick", looses weight etc..she never did...she was up and out in the yard everyday except the days that were close to the chemo treatments...she would be too tired then but she kept trying to do. After I found that the chemo wasn't doing any good...I again prayed she would not be in any pain. To my knowlege, she never was except for mild headaches..the only thing for pain I know she took was tylenol. The day she died she seemed to be fine...laughing and cutting up and fussing at me...when it happened, it happened quick...within ten minutes she was gone...and I was there with her holding her hand.

After the funeral, when I got around to clearing out some of her things...I went through all her meds, NEVER did I find any meds for pain. God was surely good to her and he certainly blessed me...

Anyway, prayers going up for all!

[Queen Mother]

Nana, please let Eye know how many friends she has here praying for her brother and his family. We've got strong prayer warriors on this site!

MD, you're right - sometimes when we are praying for God to make our loved ones well, we forget that the ultimate form of wellness is to be in Heaven with Him.

[Queen Mother]

Will everyone remember jwm3 on Wednesday? He is having lasik surgery at the Lincoln Center. I know this will mean a lot to him and his family.

We're praying for you Doc. Please keep us posted.

[Sir Mickey]

I know what you pray for countrygirl - you pray for God's mercy.

When my husband had cancer, I had a very dear friend who prayed non-stop with me for my husband's healing. She was a tremendous prayer warrior. And she gave me such strength. Near the end, when things seemed at their worst, she sent me a note that simply said, "We've prayed for God's healing - now it's time to pray for God's mercy."

I was so angry because I felt she had given up. But, when I changed my prayers to praying for God's mercy, the most wonderful things happened - the peace He sent was indescribable and the way He let my husband's death unfold was beautiful and the way He prepared all of us was nothing short of a miraculous blessing.

When you reach this point, countrygirl, you pray for God's mercy!! I'll pray with you.

QM, seeing this sure does make me miss you and your guy. I always respected you because you often spoke of your husband in such a way that I could tell you missed him, but you really have had a great peace about it and that showed through you. You always spoke of the funny times or the good times.

Cancer is tough. When mom told me she had breast cancer I was terrified. But, thankfully, it wasn't her time. God let us keep her. My grandfather, on the other hand, isn't doing too well. He is getting sicker and sicker every day. But, when my brother (the youth minister) went to see him, he asked Jacob to pray for him. That's the first time I've ever heard him say anything religious.

[Queen Mother]

I miss you too Sir Mick - and thank you for your sweet comments.

I'm still praying for your grandfather. I know it is hard on your family watching him get sicker. Just know that God is in control of everything and He will see each member of your family through this difficult time - including your grandfather. Even in death, God can use an opened door to someone's heart.

I know your strong faith - it's gotten you through many tough times. You just hold on to that and let all of us keep praying along with you.

[EricStratton]

This is a prayer request for the family of Raymond "Red" McMahon who passed away this week.... His visitation is tonight from 5 to 8 at Moore's, and funeral tommorrow morning (time/place ?).....Red was a long time coach in the youth baseball leagues...He was a great teacher to many young men, including myself, and a helluva man.....He passed away after a lenghty battle with cancer.....He is one that will be missed by all who knew him.....

[dasmybaby]

please keep my family in your prayers the next few days...i just got a phone call telling me one of my closest cousins died in her sleep last night from a heart attack. this is the most upset i've been since my dad died 10 years ago.

[xc9]

Dasmybaby, you are in my prayers as of now.

[Nana]

So sorry to hear that dasmybaby. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Queen Mother]

I'm so sorry for your loss dasmybaby. I'm praying for you and your family.

[SueScribe]

God, alone knows the reasons why we are tested, why there are times in our lives when the forces of evil dominate and seem to control our brief moments upon thiis earth. Pain and suffering become commonplace, and our faith becomes the dividing line between things of THIS life, as opposed to things promised us, by His Word.

Right now, I ask for your prayers, that the sorrow in my heart, the grief, the question: "Why?", be reduced to faith: That all things come to those who believe, that Satan comes at us from the most tender parts of our time on this earth, that, as Ecclestiases reminds us: ALL is vanity under this sun. That there is a time, and a purpose, under God's heaven.

I've lost my daughter. The sorrow and pain is not abating. I pray, somehow, that this will cease. Never, in my 60 years upon this earth, has my heart been so broken.

Please include me in your prayers. Include HER, that her eyes may be open, that she realize that I gave her life, cherished her life, would die for her life, but.... her heart is hardened. Pray for me. Pray for her. Pray for my grandsons, who I'll not see again, until their eyes are opened.

I come to you this morning broken in spirit. Tested, and found wanting.

Than you, so much.

Sue

[Nana]

Thoughts and prayers are with you Sue. Hope things will resolve themselves with you and your daughter. Keep the faith dear.

[Queen Mother]

I'm praying for you right now Sue. Sometimes, waiting for God to act is the hardest, but when the outcome is in His control, it's all we can do until all hearts are opened to His guidance. Stay strong and focused on Him. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[maggie-doodle]

Prayers going up for all request...

[countrygirl]

You will be in my prayers. Please don't feel badly about questioning God in your grief. I can only imagine your pain. Please keep us posted and let us know if you need help.

[dasmybaby]

pray for cubby's side of the family. his mother has been back in the hospital again, and the family finally made the decision to put her into a nursing home. please pray for her that she doesn't give up and that she makes it to see the baby get here.

[Fishing Girl]

Please be in prayer for my hubby and family. His mamaw is down again, but this time I really don't think she will :bouncy: out of it like she has in the past.

She is in nursing home and told the family the other day that she refused to go back to the hospital. :banghead:

Hubby & I went to see her yesterday and she told me that she was tired...

God has been good to Mamaw over the years, but she is now ready to go see Papaw who pasted 14-15 years ago.

Hubby wants me to go on into work tonight, but he is to call me if he gets the call. I will let MD know what is going on so she can keep ya'll informed.

[Nana]

Thoughts and prayers are with you Fishing Girl.

[Queen Mother]

Prayers are with you Fishing Girl.

[dyates]

Prayers to you and your family FG.

Goodmorning QM

[Flowergirl]

I will be praying for you, too. I am always amazed when loved ones let their families know that they are ready to go home. What a blessing that can be. Sounds like she has peace about her wishes. If you need to talk, there are a whole bunch of us who will listen.

[Flowergirl]

My son, Bailey, has been fighting an ear infection and sinus infection since early last week. HE still felt yucky Friday and Saturday and hoped he would feel better today, as he had a job to do, but, he is white as a sheet and puny, puny, and very congested.

He just can't seem to shake this crud. Please pray for him.

[Fishing Girl]

Hi ya'll..update on mamaw

Aunt called this morning talked w/hubby...advised mamaw was a little worse than yesterday.

MIL left shortly after and hubby talked to her about 1 hour ago and things are the same.

Hubby & I went up on Friday to visit her and to say our good-byes. Hubby got really upset...which I excepted that.

We went to church this morning and something happened (don't know) but when we got home hubby was ok with everything. I guess he and God had a nice chat in church. He was at peace with letting her go now.

That really makes me feel better. I was worried.

It has been a very long time since hubby has lost someone close..he has lost friends, but not family.

As things happen I will update.

THANKS TO ALL...for letting me release my emotions on ya'll.

[Nana]

That is an important step Fishing Girl. I remember when my mother died, she hung on a long time and wasn't at peace with dying until all of her children told her that it was ok and that they would be ok. It takes a lot of courage and faith in God to go through something like this. My prayers remain with ya'll.

[Hawkeye]

My son, Bailey, has been fighting an ear infection and sinus infection since early last week. HE still felt yucky Friday and Saturday and hoped he would feel better today, as he had a job to do, but, he is white as a sheet and puny, puny, and very congested.

He just can't seem to shake this crud. Please pray for him.
I am. I know what its like to go thru what his got going on and I know he'd much rather be outdoors doing the things he enjoys. But he must me patient with this crappy crud and and not make it worse by taxing himself too early. This hybrid bug thrives on folks thinking they're doing better and going back to physical labor too soon. I know.

Tell him not to fret. At my pace I'll be saving him plenty.

[dasmybaby]

cubby's mother has now decided to forego any further treatment for her MS. she has fought a long hard battle with MS since the 80s and her body and mind are tired of fighting. pray that a) she can be kept comfortable b) she'll make it to see her first grandbaby this june and c) that her family can come to peace with what is happening and make the most of the time she has left.

[Nana]

Will keep ya'll in my thoughts and prayers.

[Flowergirl]

I will be praying for your family.

[Ted]

Jamie (James) Jenkins of Purvis was in a horrendous wreck on his way to work this morning about 5:30 am - in front of 21 Truck Stop/Dan's Diner.
The third hand info I have is that he is currently being given about 20% chance of survival.

He is a young father with a newborn and three other young children.

He is a coworker of mine. I don't know him well but he seems like a good fellow.
His FIL is Jimmy Boone, the former Purvis Police Chief.

Pray for him. Pray for his family.

[Fishing Girl]

Jamie (James) Jenkins of Purvis was in a horrendous wreck on his way to work this morning about 5:30 am - in front of 21 Truck Stop/Dan's Diner.

Prayers going out to him & his family.

[Fishing Girl]

cubby's mother has now decided to forego any further treatment for her MS. she has fought a long hard battle with MS since the 80s and her body and mind are tired of fighting. pray that a) she can be kept comfortable b) she'll make it to see her first grandbaby this june and c) that her family can come to peace with what is happening and make the most of the time she has left.


Prayers to your family.

[Flowergirl]

Ted, I will be praying for your friend.

[Nana]

Prayers going their way.

[Ted]

Update: Jamie Jenkins made it through the night and is doing better that originally predicted.
There was some damage to the aorta and repairs were effected via the femoral artery - instead of opening up his chest.
I got this second hand from a couple of welders - so anatomical details are a bit muddled - but he was apparently awake and talking shortly shortly after the procedure.

:thumbsup:

[Queen Mother]

Thanks for the updates Ted. Continuing to pray for your coworker and his family.

[Fishing Girl]

Hi ya'll...

Sad news in my house tonight. Hubbies mamaw died around
10:45 p.m. :cry::cry:

He called me around 11:00 on the way home from work.

We will leave in the morning headed to Starkville for the funeral. Hubby is doing o.k. When his mom called him with the news he was upset, but by the time he got home he was calm. We have been expecting this for a week. We were amazed she made it through last week-end.

Gotta go pack some clothes.

[Nana]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this difficult time. Be careful during your travel and stay safe.

[Baloo]

Fishin Girl, I am sorry to hear about that... You guys be careful and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

[hummingbird]

It has been a very bad week-- Children--grandchildren---sometimes we don't know what is right or wrong--we have done everything for our child--now --our grandchildren--do we have to choose ??

[Queen Mother]

Fishing Girl - my sympathies and prayers to you, your husband and his family.

Hummingbird - sometimes the answers just aren't there. We just have to trust, pray for God's wisdom & direction, and keep moving forward. I'm praying for you too.

[carsalesguy]

everyone pray for the Bateman family out in oak grove- either last night or this AM their house was struck by lightening, burning the house to the ground. from last report that i received nothing is left-

tomorrow some people are going to go over there and see if there is anything left- but from other people it is doubtful-

[Nana]

Thanks for letting us know about this. If you could tell us more about the family, ie children, sizes, etc. we could help these folks out. I've been where they are now and it is not easy. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know carsalesguy. My prayers are with them.

[Queen Mother]

Thanks CSG - praying for the Batemans and that God will provide to meet their needs now.

[Queen Mother]

Please remember my sister in your prayers. You may remember that a few months I ago I posted that she had been diagnosed with erythema nodosa - she's diabetic (insulin 4 times a day) and very anemic right now.

To treat the erythema, she started chemo (methotrexate) Monday. The side effects, along with her anemia and the havoc this is all causing on her diabetes, is making it pretty rough on her.

She's a single mom with two children and all prayers would be greatly appreciated.

[mybabysmomma]

I posted about this in the other forum, but I figure that it can't hurt to ask more people to pray about this for me.

My husband's niece was recently diagnosed with colon cancer. She is only 35. She and her family (husband, son, mother, etc) all live in England. We've only become recently aware of this new section of his (my husband's) family in the last 3 or so years. They had originally planned on doing the surgery on the cancer a few weeks ago, but she became sick and they put it off to make sure it didn't develop into pneumonia. The second time the scheduled the surgery that discovered that the cancer has attached to her ribs and that to remove it, they would have to break her ribs. (I'm not all that up-to-date on medical techniques, so If I mis-state something in this next part please forgive me.) They are going to be doing something called radio therapy (?) and try to remove the cancer using a laser. If that is unsuccessful, they are going to start chemotherapy and try to shrink it.

Please pray for her and her family (both here and abroad). Also, please pray for guidance for the doctors and that the Lord will guide their hands. Also, please pray that if she and her family have not accepted the Lord into their lives, he will find away to bring them to him. Thank you.

[maggie-doodle]

Prayers have been sent for all request. I also ask that you pray for XC9...some know her from both this and the MH site. She is having surgery today and needs all the love and prayers she can get.

Also please remember a special friend, Ret. Capt. Richard Bufkin of the Hburg police dept. He has been very sick and has a long road to recovery. He recently lost his son too.. so I am sure that is a detriment to his health too. We all know thru prayer all things are possible...so please remember these special friends when you go to the Good Lord in prayer. Thanks!

Although Capt. B is retired from the streets, he still works at HPD as evidence technician...

[Nana]

Thoughts and prayers for both of the above mentioned. Let us know when you hear something about the surgery for XC9.

[Nana]

I would also like for everyone to remember Hawkeye's mother in your prayers. We found out over the weekend that she has renal cancer. At age 85 and with her other medical problems surgery is not an option. Maintaining her comfort and keeping her pain in check is our primary concern.

[Honey]

I praying Nana.

[Queen Mother]

Maggie D - thanks for mentioningXC9's surgery. Please keep us updated. Prayers are being said for both of your requests.

Nana - prayers are still continuing for your family. Everything is in God's control and we thank Him for not only his grace and direction - but for His mercy!

[maggie-doodle]

XC9 had the one procedure done yesterday...she was released to go home about ten last nite...the doc found she had a more serious problem BUT he can take care of that...I believe they are setting up another surgery for sometimes in April...PLEASE keep her in your prayers...

I havn't heard from Capt. B...but as sick as he has been I am pretty sure he is still in the hospital...I want to try and go see him maybe today...thanks for all the prayers...We all know THEY DO HELP! Prayers have been sent for all request.

[Nana]

Ya'll please keep flowergirl on your prayer list. She had surgery about 3 weeks ago and is back in the FGH hospital with complications. Her mother-in-law is also at Wesley and needs your prayers too. Thanks.

[Fish-Bait]

Good grief. Everyone is havin' problems of some sorts. I will be thinkin' about you all.
Fish-Bait.

[BassCatter]

May the Lord Bless and Keep all here, in the palm of his hand.

[pooker]

wo didn't realise so many people were going through a ruff time, in my prayers, and I hope everyone gets better.

[SoMissTV]

Add my aunt to the mix here. She's experiencing some rather serious medical issues.

[BassCatter]

May the Lord bless and keep SoMiss's aunt in the palm of his hand, and offer comfort to her and her family.

[Queen Mother]

Prayers being said for all the families of those listed.

[Fishing Girl]

Please be in prayer for Retired Police Capt. Richard Bufkin. He passed away yesterday afternoon at FGH. He had been sick for several months with unknown illness. A few days ago the Dr. decided that Richard possible had liver cancer.

Richard had retired as Capt. then return as a civilian to be the Evidence Man for HPD.

Richard will be truely missed by all who knew him.

God be with his family and all of the LE family. This is a terrible loss to all.

God has another special angel in HEAVEN now.
Wake is Wed. @ 6:00 pm Hulette-Winstead, Funeral Thur. @ 2.00 with full Police escort.

[sign_girl]

Please pray for my sister. I am at the point to where I don't know what to do or say. I don't even know what to pray for. I was told to pray for someone to intervene in her life, so maybe that will work. I just don't know what else to do.

[xc9]

Prayers for all in need. My last surgery 2 weeks ago went okay. We are hoping for my arteries to start producing other arteries (offshoots) to help with my problem now. Another surgery would be one that is not really done so there are no stats if it would work or for how long. So that is out of the question for now. I have to take pain pills to be able to exercise-lol. Sorry I haven't been on in so long. Prayers go out for all in need.

[Nana]

Thanks for the update xc9. Continued thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Nana]

I have to have a heart catherization tomorrow, I am nervous, Hawkeye is petrified. Just a short prayer would be appreciated that things go smoothly. Thanks.

[Honey]

I will be praying. Try not to worry. It'll be all right.

[Flowergirl]

I am praying for you and Sherri and Bailey are too( well, we all are)! I have seen first hand the power of prayer in these last few weeks, I know that you are going to be fine.
See ya in the morning!

[BassCatter]

May the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and comfort Hawk while you have a successful procedure.

[Queen Mother]

Nana, I haven't be online in several days - just read of your heart cath tomorrow. Prayers are being said immediately for you and Hawk. You've had so much on your plate over recent weeks and you carry so much of the burden for your family. I'm praying very hard for you Ms. Elle - just remember, God is already in the heart lab ahead of you and will never leave your side. Please tell Hawk to get online as soon as he can and give us an update. Love and prayers to all of you!

[maggie-doodle]

I was in touch with Hawk and Elle just a very few minutes before 11...she was waiting for them to come pick her up...she was not scheduled until 11..she said she felt ok but was anxious....keep the prayers going...we DO know the power of prayer. I told Hawk to call me IF he needed anything and to let me hear how the procedure went. As soon as I hear, I will post!

[SoMissTV]

The cath did not go well. Elle is looking at either a triple or quadruple bypass. Please keep her (and Don) in your prayers. They're going to need every bit they can get.

[maggie-doodle]

I just came from the hospital...they were in the process of taking Elle to x-ray...Hawk had just gone home to tell his sister and see about his mom.

Elle thought she was gonna go home and go back to the hospital on Monday...NOT! I can tell you from experience she has two of the best doctors in the southeast U.S. What she (and Don) needs now are prayers from all her friends....get on them knees and let the prayers roll!

[Honey]

Thanks for the update maggie. I will pray. Please keep us posted.

[SoMissTV]

Thanks for the update.

[pooker]

Praying for Nana she is a strong woman, cant wait to hear for the good updates.

[SoMissTV]

If anyone has Don's cell, please PM me.

[Honey]

Let me know if you hear something SoMIss.

[maggie-doodle]

I talked to Elle earlier today...she sounded alot better than yesterday...she was complaining about how uncomfortable the bed was. She had just gotten back from having her leg veins "mapped" so they will know which veins to harvest for the surgery on Tuesday...

Don had gone downstairs to eat breakfast. Of course he is still a mess but she said he was doing a little better. Seems so far our prayers are helping...I ask everyone PLEASE to keep them going....it is going to be a loooooong weekend and week. I will post more when I hear more.

I am not for sure they will let them use cell phones in the hospital....they used to have a ban on them.

[Fotno]

I wish I was at home so I could go see them.

[maggie-doodle]

I spoke with both Don and Elle today just before noon. Both sounded ALOT better than they had sounded. Elle was rather upbeat...she said she felt good but was just tired of laying there..She is allowed to get up, go to the bathroom and sit in the chair.

She told me the doc came in earlier this morning and said all the test on the veins in her legs looked good and he did not forsee any problems. He told her she was in good health other than the blockages and was a "young" woman and not to worry so much...he expects things to go smoothly. He did tell her she would probably hate him for a couple of months...She wasn't for sure why...I told her "when you are cut from can to can't and it hurts to move with the staples, you will understand his reasoning!" He told her she would have to take it easy for several weeks but within about 6 to 8 weeks she should be as good as new and back at work.

There were not any blockages in her neck according to what he told her today. She said they plan on taking her to surgery around 6-6:30 on Tuesday.

Ya'll just PLEASE keep the prayers going up..we all know that they DO work. Don was more settled today...he will probably be a mess on Tuesday though so add him to the prayer list too. I will post more when I talk to them again. I try not to get in touch too much..they BOTH need as much rest and sleep as they can get...neither will get much in the next few weeks. I told them both everyone is asking about them and sending up good prayers and good wishes.

[pooker]

Glad to hear the good news and tell her not to worry, my neighbor just had heart surgery recently and he is at active as ever. Wishing her the best I :love: Nana and I know she will pull through. :)

[carsalesguy]

thanks for the update maggie

[countrygirl]

Prayers are going up for Hawk and Elle. There are some good docs here in the 'burg for adult heart surgery and I'm sure Elle will feel much better after this is behind her.

[Fish-Bait]

Nana, Hawkster, hang in there. I'm sure everything will go well. My family on my dad's side has a history of heart disease. It seems as though every year somebody (10 younguns of my grandma) has a cath or a bypass and I can tell you they have come a very long way since the mid eighties. We'll keep you in our prayers.

[Queen Mother]

Talked to Elle Saturday night and she is positive and upbeat. Prayers continuing for Hawk and Elle.

[threekidspa]

Hawk and Elle, you two hang in there. Lots of folks are pulling for you!

[maggie-doodle]

Just talked to Elle...she sounded very good and very upbeat. She hadn't been long got back from x-ray...they did pictures of her chest. The nurse had just brought in a bottle of a high power antibacterial soap for her to shower with after supper so they can start the prep work for the surgery tomorrow.

Hawk is doing better...tomorrow may be another story but he is much calmer now than he was. Just keep the prayers going up...we all know they work. I will post more when I hear any news.

[Honey]

Maggie if you see something they need just let me know.

[HarleyBarbie]

I am reading here and just feeling so sad for Hawk and Elle. They have been dealing with so much with his mom, etc. I am pleased to hear that she is staying so upbeat and positive. That will help her in her recovery process. Another thought that crossed my mind while reading...how lucky we all are to have each other here. The more prayers the better and all of you are certainly warriors! God Bless you, Elle and Hawk. He is so very good and I know He hears us and will take care of you both. And, Maggie-D...what a wonderful woman you are...always rallying "the troops". You are a blessing to us all.

[SoMissTV]

Is there a room number that we can send a card? I assuming they're at FGH.

[maggie-doodle]

Is there a room number that we can send a card? I assuming they're at FGH.

After today they will not be in the same room. Elle will be in ICU for at least one day then she will go to another room...you could just send it to Elle Gill, FGH or send it to Donanelle's and Ande' could take it up to the hospital to her.

The hospital will look up her room number once she is in a regular room and they will transfer the card to her new room.

[Fotno]

Hawkeye said she would have to stay in ICU for a couple of days after the surgery.I hope everything goes good.

[EricStratton]

Those of you who are "in the know" keep us updated....I just found out about this this morning....I'll be praying all day for Elle and Hawk....

[maggie-doodle]

I just got home after spending a good portion of the morning at the hospital with Hawk and Ande'. Elle's surgery went VERY good...she got to ICU a little after two...Hawk and Ande' were going back to see her.

The doctor came in to talk to us after he was done while she was being prepped to go to ICU. He said the surgery went VERY well..no problems at all. He took veins from her legs and some from her chest for the bypasses. He did 5 bypasses. He told us she would be out like a lite until around midnite or a little after and they would then start cutting back the meds to let her wake up. At that time they will start talking to her, asking questions so she can blink at them that she understands things, if she understands what they are asking/telling her, they will remove the breathing tubes. She is already off the heart/lung machine...which is VERY good.

The doc said she would be in ICU for at least one day, maybe two and then she would be assigned a new room. I would imagine she will be up and walking by the weekend.

Don asked me to tell each of you THANK YOU for the prayers and good wishes that have been sent. He said the family reallllly appreciates your concern more than you will ever know!

Don and Ande' were going in to see Elle so I left...he told me he was going home to mess around in his garden a little bit before dark (to release some stress) and to wash up and change clothes. He looks good and did very well himself..he looks tired but that is to be expected. I told him to lay down for awhile and maybe he could get a good nap before he goes back for late visiting hours.

Anyway, keep the prayers going...it takes several weeks to get to feeling better after the surgery...there is still a big hill to climb but with all the good wishes, things will be ok. I will post more as soon as I hear. I can tell you that Elle had two good doctors and both are christians....so between them and the Good Lord she was in the best of hands!

[CRawls]

Do you know who did the surgery?

[SoMissTV]

Do you know who did the surgery?

Man, I hope it was a doctor.

[carsalesguy]

smartass

[maggie-doodle]

Do you know who did the surgery?

Her doctors are Dr. Enger and Dr. McLain...both are realllly good!

[Hawkeye]

Whew! Thanks everyone from the bottom of hour hearts for you prayers, concern and kindness.

Ande' and I saw Ms Elle awake this morning at 6 AM. They had her sitting up to help the chest tubes drain. She' still on all kinds of IV stuff and some good dope but they had removed the mouth tube and she could whisper a little. She
s sore as heck but with the medication, prolly won't remember this mornings visit.

If all continues good today, she'll be moved to a Tier-2 CCU room late this evening or early tomorrow morning.

ICU visiting is 10AM, 2 PM, 6PM and they only let you in for about 15 minutes but my instinct is that she prefer not having too much visitation until she's feeling a little better. And if you have the slightest of sniffles, hold off on visitation.

Again, thanks tons for all the support and kindness. God bless all your sweet hearts.

Hawkeye

[Fish-Bait]

Thanks for the update Hawkster.

[Queen Mother]

All this great news Hawk - we thank God repeatedly for His goodness in bringing Elle's condition to the attention of her doctors and for their good care of her. With His help, she is certainly on the mends for a healthier future. Continued prayers for all of you for I know you still have many tough hurdles to pass through! My best wishes to you both.

[maggie-doodle]

Talked to Hawk earlier this morning. He said Elle was doing good...they have her up sitting in a chair and walking. The doc was not coming in until later today and said he would remove the leads from her so she could get a shower. Hawk said the doc also said IF she continues to improve and no problems she "may" get to go home either Friday or Saturday....and at least by the first of the week.

They will have her sitting in a chair and walking the halls as much as she possibly can. That is to get the blood going good. We must continue the prayers because I know she will feel better at home. I will post more when I hear more.

[BassCatter]

She remains on my rosary list.

[Nana]

Thank you all so very much for your thoughts and prayers. Home is a wonderful place to be this morning.

[Ted]

:bouncy: :D

Good to see you're home, Nana!!

[dreamhippy]

I am so glad that you are doing well enough to be home. May you continue to strengthen and heal. We will be praying for you. God bless!

[SoMissTV]

Excellent news!

[maggie-doodle]

I would like to request prayers for Fishing Girl and her hubby. He has been having a couple of health issues and has today been put in the hospital.

His heart rythum (sp) has been out of wack so today the doc checked him in to FGH and will try to "shock" his heart back to where it is suppose to be beating.

I have been thru this with my hubby and I know F.G. is a mess and is worrying. I know both would appreciate the prayers. I know I could not have made it thru our ordeal without my friends and family's prayers.

I will post when I hear anything else.

[maggie-doodle]

Just talked to fishing girl...hubby had the procedure, is doing fine is now at home...as long as he feels ok tomorrow he can go back to his usual routine..

[Fishing Girl]

Hi all,

We are very thankful to have the support & prayers from so many wonderful people. The procedure went well today. They had to shock him 3 times before his heart went back to normal. We (Hubby & I) have the faith in the Good Lord that he will take care of us.

Thanks again for all the prayers.

[Queen Mother]

Nana, so glad you're home and doing well. Prayers continuing for you and your family.

FishingGirl, I'm praying for your hubby and you. May God continue to heal and bless you all.

[Nana]

It is so good to be home and again I thank all of you for your warm thoughts and prayers.

Maggie, DeeDee and flowergirl, you are all angels.

Glad things went ok for your hubby Fishing Girl. I'll keep ya'll on my list.

[Honey]

Nana called today and she has had a little set back. Hawkeye took her to the ER and the Doctor admitted her. Please pray for them both. Ask God to heal the new problem and to give them strength and comfort. We love you guys and are praying for you.

[maggie-doodle]

Thanks DeeDee...prayers have been sent up!

[Baloo]

Nana and Hawkeye, you guys are in my prayers... I hope that things get better soon and that all will be well... God bless and keep you safe and well and may you recover quickly.

Please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do to help.

[katzeyez]

Prayers for healing sent for Nana.

[Fish-Bait]

nana, hawkster, I am thinkin' about you two. I hope everything is well and let me know if you need me to help out or if the better half can help out in any way.

fish.

[Fishing Girl]

Prayers to all!!! Have faith in the Lord & he will take care of you.

[Guru]

Plenty of folks in here, and affiliated with here need our thoughts daily.
Please continue to post any results for Nana.
FishingGirl please let us know that your husband is still doing well.
If any of you get a chance please give a thought to my cousin's wife. They retired to move down here from Jackson and it appears among other ailments that she has a very severe case of diverticulitis (sp?).
There has been leakage into the body cavity and various functions have shut down or in the midst of shutting down.
This is a very frustrating time for me from the outside looking in.
At first response you wish to remind everyone to do what your doctor tells you and sometimes you wonder if that was the best thing.
Our days here are few, I guess we just do the best we can and hope that things will work out in our favor.
The truth is they work out in the book of life and we are along for the ride.

[Queen Mother]

Prayers continuing for all mentioned here.

Is there any new information on Nana? Please share news if you've got any updates.

[Honey]

I haven't heard anything today.

[Fishing Girl]

FYI...hubby is doing better. He was released to go back to work. The next Dr. appointment will be May 28th.

Prayers to all.

[katzeyez]

My poor mom~ She fell out of bed on 4/17, dislocated her shoulder. They were able to relocate it, but after today's events, there is definite nerve damage in the brachial plexus area. She can not lift her arm, at her shoulder, has no feeling in her fingers, and minimal use of her wrist. We'll know more after Thursday's dr. appt.

On top of that she fell again, and has horrible bruising.

[Honey]

Sorry to hear that ailurophile. I hope she is not in too much pain.

[Queen Mother]

Although I'm not having much time to post, I read this thread daily and I'm praying for each one of the requests. May God heal and care for each one of you.

[Guru]

My poor mom~ She fell out of bed on 4/17, dislocated her shoulder. They were able to relocate it, but after today's events, there is definite nerve damage in the brachial plexus area. She can not lift her arm, at her shoulder, has no feeling in her fingers, and minimal use of her wrist. We'll know more after Thursday's dr. appt.

On top of that she fell again, and has horrible bruising.

* Saying a word for both of you.

[Guru]

I'd like to thank each of you for your thoughts about my cousin's wife. Sometime or other last night she took a turn for the better which is not saying much but it will allow them to perform some CT thing tomorrow if all continues well tonight.

You just never know what is coming next in the mortal world. My cousin's wife got really sick on Friday, next thing she is in the hospital turning blue and full of body poison and all her organs are shutting down because that's what the body does when things really hit the fan so the heart and brain can keep functioning.

So, he woke up Saturday morning on his 68th birthday, him and his fraternal twin brother, and this was also the day of their 50th class reunion.

Anyway, after the kidney flush and all the very strong antibiotics they are pumping into her maybe all that helped. They say her organs should restart since her upswing.

Similar thing happened to a neighbor of ours just a few weeks ago. Of course she is 29 and that is a whole different thing, but they had to sew a hole up in her intestine and she is all well and out climbing trees now.

Thanks for all your thoughts, I'm working hard to repay all of you now.

[Fishing Girl]

Prayers work...we all have seen it happen. :D:D

[Guru]

I don't mean to bore you with details but sometimes it's good to have a little something as reference in case you run into it.
During the CT and the insuing results evalution they discovered she had a gallstone that was blocking her kidneys and somehow or other that was the cause of bodily assimilated fluids to escape into her body cavity.
Also, she has a kidney stone which was causing all her back pain.
This is actually good news in a sense because for one it leads them to believe she does not have an intestinal leakage into her body cavity and a gallstone can be removed.
They can also do something about her kidney stone.
They put socks on her hands and feet because they are still blue.
I just about freak out everytime the phone rings.
Here's to hoping through prayer that everyone in here has a positive and successful recovery.

[katzeyez]

Please keep my friend Amy in your thoughts. She called me early this morning to inform me her mom had been called home, she lost her battle with cancer.

[Queen Mother]

ailurophile, I'm sorry to hear about your friend's mother. I'll remember her family too in my prayers.

Still thinking of all my friends here and their requests. Prayers for all of you.

[katzeyez]

Thank you QM. My heart breaks for her. Yesterday was Amy's birthday, so she lost her mom on her birthday, and it looks as though the services will be Sunday, Mother's Day. The family will be traveling from GA, to Bay Springs, MS, as it was her mom's home town, and she will be buried there.

[Honey]

Sorry to hear that about your friend. I certainly will remember her and her family in my prayers.

[Nana]

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your friend and family.

[maggie-doodle]

Thoughts and prayers have been sent up for your friend...God bless you all.

[katzeyez]

Thank you. I will be leaving shortly to head to Bay Springs for the funeral.

[Honey]

Y'all send up a prayer or two for Rob and FB to have a safe trip while on the highway and in the boat. Well, we better just start a prayer chain....after all, it is Rob and Fishbait we are talking about. Have a safe trip and may God watch over you guys.

[maggie-doodle]

Y'all send up a prayer or two for Rob and FB to have a safe trip while on the highway and in the boat. Well, we better just start a prayer chain....after all, it is Rob and Fishbait we are talking about. Have a safe trip and may God watch over you guys.

Indeed we should start a prayer chain for the guys...we may also need to start a collection for bail money! With those two, we may need it soon than later! :) Prayers have been sent for them to have a good time and a safe trip and to keep them out of trouble!