Thursday, September 3, 2009

Day +19

Dear Prayer Warriors, Thanks for the prayers! Erin had a sleepless night, not so much because of pain, although that is constant, but because they gave her lasix at 11 p.m. She is so full of fluid they are giving her lasix twice a day and it keeps you up for hours. She continues to put on more fluid and I am begging them to try something else. This is not working. The Dr came by last evening and said again how important walking is and she jumped up like a trooper and walked a couple of laps for a total of 3 for the day. I know she only does that by the strength of God. She just pushes beyond the limits whenever anyone asks. I've always considered that her biggest fault; not knowing how to say "no." But now it is her biggest strength, pushing her to extreme measures to do whatever the Dr says might help get her well. Isn't is amazing how God shows you those details?
I don't have labs yet but will update later if there is any big change. We just continue to trust God for healing. Please pray He continues to nudge or hammer some wisdom into our Drs. We need relief. Thanks for all your encouragement. We love the image of the children praying for Erin. blessings, janet

"For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. It teaches us to say "NO" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope - the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good." Titus 2:11-14

P.S. I wanted to tell you all about a couple of angels that are training for a 1/2 marathon for the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society in honor of Erin. Erin Lace, one of the teachers Erin works with, and Jana Bearden from Erin's small group at church are doing the run together. Thanks ladies, we hope to be able to come see you both cross that finish line. The website is http://pages.teamintraining.org/ga/kiawah09/erinblonshine Hope you all can support them with your prayers. Any donations are tax deductable. thanks, janet

12 comments:

Dr. Ken said...

Good Morning,

Still praying and wish we could do more. Thanks for adding the link to the Jana Bearden and Erin Lace Leukemia/Lymphoma Society website page. It makes it easy to make a donation. Plus, there's a couple of great pictures of Jana, Erin and Erin. Can't wait to see Erin running with them again!

We pray for comfort and rest for Erin... continually!

All Our Love and Prayers!
Dr. Ken and the
Blessing-Moore-Butts Team.

Linda Allen said...

Good Morning Sweet Dear Erin and the family!!! My prayers have been constant and I check this site often to get updates on your progress....I know it must be such a difficult journey--but God is soo sweet to show you Janet that Erin's sweet spirit of always being willing to jump in when ask, is how God is bringing about her healing right now! I pray that as the day goes on today, that Erin will receive some relief from the fluid buildup and the Dr.s will know just what to try next to get that to happen! You are being brought before the throne of God and He is not silent to your cries!

We are defintely supporting Erin L. and Jana as they run that half marathon in Erin's honor...I can't even imagine running 13 miles! Whew! I pray that is a blessing for Erin today!

Much love,
Linda

Anonymous said...

Still praying for all of you every day! Erin you rock - way to walk those laps!
Romans 8:32 "He who did not spare His own Son, but have Him up for us all - how will he not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?" (including pain relief and permanent healing - those are my prayers for you today!)
Love you guys!
Jenny S W

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you.
John Goodwin

Anonymous said...

Dear Erin,

I love you soooooooo much! I have been praying constantly for you and I'm always thinking about you. I pray that you continue to be strong because that is who God made you to be. You have always been there for others no matter what,and now we are all here for you. I pray that God will give those doctors something to make you even better. You are incredibley awesome and you have changed my life sooooo much. I love you forever and you will always have a spot in my heart that nothing or noone can evr fill but you!
Lots and lots of love, Meredith Miles

P.S. I am also praying for Erin Lace and Jana Bearden as they run this race and that God to help them train well and to cross the finish line for you!

Little Sister said...

we all clapped in amazement for Erin's laps! We love to hear good news! I miss you family... hopefully I can come home soon but one of Nat's little children she teaches has swine flu and it scares me to come see Erin. But i send all my love! Tell erin she stinks... :)

Anonymous said...

Been thinking about you all week. Sending prayers your way.

Allen W.

Anonymous said...

Know you are in out thoughts & prayers. May God's grace continue to sustain you.

Blessings,
Andee Gay

Aunt Debbie said...

Janet;
Ask the doctors why they can't do a paracentesis. It's a temporary solution, but would give Erin immediate relief.
Erin;
I'm so proud of you for being such a trooper! You inspire me!
Love you bunches! Aunt Deb

Anonymous said...

Erin,
You are always on my mind. Sending hugs and kisses!!!
Love,
Mrs. Tingle

Unknown said...

We are with you in prayer for these things and our hearts ache for you. But we are thankful to God that you still see him working and helping Erin's true spirit stay strong.

Love,
The Stills

Anonymous said...

love you erin! the auburn wesley is praying for you, and i am too! sending so much love your way!

ellen