Greetings from Children's Hospital Boston. My brother, George, and sister-in-law, Joan, planned a trip up here to see Lindsay, so Zach and I hitched a ride which surprised Jan since tomorrow is our 34th wedding anniversary.
They did another clean and rinse this morning and there is still an infection in the chest. The infection has ruled out using the Berlin heart for the moment, so there is a good possibility that on Monday they may attempt to do the bypass surgery.
It was hard for me to see Lindsay Bear with so many tubes and medications, and to finally see what the ECMO was all about. She has wonderful care here.
I had the opportunity to eaves drop on a conversation that the ECMO technician
(Julie) had with Laura. I was moved to tears to hear the nurse say how she couldn't believe how well Laura and Jon were handling this situation. Laura gave a strong, clear testimony of how God is sustaining them and told her of the thousands of saints praying for Lindsay.
I am guess my prayer request for everyone today is that we would see God so something so extraordinary that the nurses and doctors will be WOWED to pieces!
Thank you for your prayers and support. Keep those notes, cards, and prayers coming. We love you.
19 comments:
We keep praying for Lindsay and for the family. Praise God
Wow-thanks for the update. Was praying you and Jan would be together for Anniversary. PTL!
Just praying for continuing wisdom for Drs. and for Lindsay to keep on keeping on!!
This Blog with lindsay's story is a blessing and a wonderful testimony to so many. Praying that God will touch many hearts for Himself as well as Lindsay's heart for healing.
Love, hugs and prayers,
Miriam
As I am with my church family tonight know that we will be praying for all of you.
Bill Pruitt
I just read today's update.
I am praying for Laura and Jon in a special way.
Bill, I am glad you and Zach were able to make the trip and join up with Jan and the kids. My thoughts are with you on your anniversary.
Love you all and praying.
Roger Willmore
Laura-
we are so proud of you. You are such an awesome witness to everyone in that hospital and here are home. we are still praying for a miracle for lindsay. we can't wait to have you home and this all behind you. hang in there:)
pam and fam
We don't know what to say that hasn't already been said except you are all in our hearts and our prayers. We continue to wait on God along with you, and because of who He is we are expecting the best. We love you all, In Him Jim and Carol Ann
Jon & Laura, Tanner, Lindsay;
You are on our hearts & minds. We will continue to pray for you.
God has sent special angels to watch over Lindsay. May he hold your families in His arms.
Love, Uncle Warren & Aunt Elaine from Iowa
Lindsey: You keep hanging in there. you are tough enough to get thru this. And Monday will be your day. What ever you do, we will see you this summer on the playground. The rest of your family will wait for you, including me. Uncle Ron
Our prayers are continually with you guys. Lindsay's condition was highlighted in our church bulletin on Sunday and everyone is continuing to pray! We know these are difficult times, but it is in the storms (as a good friend of mine preached at our church) that Christ shows up! We love you!
Tony, Julie and EBC family
Hi all...
Happy Anniversary, Bill and Jan! So glad you could be together on this special day.
We're praying for Lindsay and so thankful that the Great Physician loves her so much and knew her before she was born...
Psalm 139:13-14
For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother's womb.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
Laura and Jon- may God give you extra doses of strength this weekend as you navigate these days of decisions and care. We're hoping that PopPop and Zach are a welcome treat for Tanner too!
Love and prayers-
Aunt Sharon, Uncle Matt, Kelsey and Jared
Bill, I've been praying specifically the last few days that you and Zach would be able to go to be with Jan, Laura and Jon and Lindsay and now you are there! So glad. It has been such a blessing to pray for all of you and read how God is answering the prayers of HIS people. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. We are praying... especially for Monday.
Love, Jill for the Scott Brown Fam
Happy Anniversary, Bill and Jan!
We love you,
Robby and Karen
Bill: Know that we are praying for God to heal Lindsey and uphold you all. Several verses have been encouraging to me in the past year, as I've wrestled with anxiety and worry over various things. It would seem God is bearing you and yours remarkably. But if / when discouragement is on the rise, remember: 1) to seek the Lord, and He will answer you and deliver you from all your fears (Ps 34:4). 2) Do not fear, for God is with you; Do not look axiously about you, for He is your God; He will strengthen you, surely He will help you; Surely He will uphold you with His righteous right hand (Is. 41:10). 3) He will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory, in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19). In Christ - The Heidels
Hi Laura & Jon
You're in my thoughts and prayers and as I pray for little Lindsay healing I also pray for the Doctors as they take care of her and I pray Jesus's healing hands would touch her and heal her completely.
Just wanted all of you to know that the Snyders are praying for and following Lindsay's progress, too.
Love,Dixi
Thanks for the updates..Pray Monday will bring fresh hope..Bill and Jan, Happy Anniversary! We just celebrated our 49th..Our prayers and love to you all...Bill and Mary Dare
I agree with the ECMO technician that Jon and Laura have exhibited incredible strength throughout this unexpected journey. Lindsay is VERY lucky to have the support of family and friends- her continued improvement is a testament to those who love her.
Happy wedding anniversary Jan and Bill!
Julia
Praying for lotsa wow.
Dave McCarty
Friend of Flo
Laura and Jon, as I read of your testimony to others my mind went to this chorus:
I’m learning to lean, learning to lean,
Learning to lean on Jesus.
Finding more power than I’d ever dreamed,
I’m learning to lean on Jesus.
I also remember singing this with learning to love through Jesus and learning to live ...and you are.
On this the anniversary of Laura's mom and dad my mind went back to the day you two married and said "in sickness and in health". Words said in faith that the Lord would be with you in ALL and He is.
Love you - Praying LVS
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