What a blessing to have you there with your mom...I know that means so much--thank you for keeping us all informed. Please give her much love - & a hug from us all ...we are praying for great rest, no pain, & a quick recovery to return back to FL
Love Ya Jo
On April 16, 2010...
Hi Carla
Wow, what a fiesty fighter you are. You know what has to be done and you're doing it - I'm proud of you. I pray you and your family all have a darn good rest tonight - well done.
Cheryl, Ontario
On April 16, 2010...
Ooh! A view of Cleveland!! I think when I had my tonsils removed at St. Mary's, I had a view of the Intracoastal -- now THAT'S a view! Of course, when you feel well enough and are able to be up and around ANY view is wonderful:)
Maybe Randy can scare up a hot plate and cook up something really yummy for you ladies. Blessings, Mrs. B
On April 16, 2010...
Carla,
We're pleased you're feeling better in your room with a view. Enjoy the pampering - you'll be up and about in no time. God is good and may he continue to bless you.
Warren & Lee
On April 16, 2010...
What? Chicken???? Where's the JELLO?????
T and D
On April 16, 2010...
Carla, things seem to happening so quickly and you are doing so well. I am truly amazed! We are so happy that you have been transferred to a room and real food. I would go for the pastry too. We will keep praying that your blood pressure remains elevated at a normal level. Jennifer, you are doing a great job of keeping us informed. I wish I could have met you when you were at your Grandma Janet's house. Next time. Sharon & Walter
On April 16, 2010...
I look forward to my messages from you on Carla's condition. Isn't communication wonderful? As well as the advancements in medical technology. I'm not sure if Carla told you - but I am on a waiting list for a Liver Transplant. So - I am trying to remain positive and keep myself going. As my health gets worse - I just wait for the phone to ring. Nancy Cole Parnell
On April 16, 2010...
Well Carla, you must have paid more for your step down room. I had a view of the CCICU that I had left. No matter, it was great to be in a quieter environment. My blood pressure was fairly stable post op but my heart rate dropped to 40 so the pacemaker kicked in several times till that stabilized. It's pretty amazing what our bodies can endure.Continue to heal.
Fran Z
On April 16, 2010...
Hey - Congratulations on the "Graduation" to a regular room & "real" food - I'm amazed at your progress and praising the Lord with you for each step of the way! Your updates are wonderful, Jennifer - It's so good to know what's happening since we're so far from being able to drop by in person - Keeping you near in our thoughts & prayers - Keep up the postings - Love, Darla
On April 16, 2010...
God is so good...all the time. Praising Him. ♥ Anna
On April 16, 2010...
To God Be the Glory great things He
has done. Praising our Lord for
the pain not being so bad right now.
We will continue to pray. Thanks
for keeping Jupiter friends informed.
Because of Him, Judy and Doc Z
On April 16, 2010...
Carla, Great news that you are feeling better. God is so faithful. Love, Bev
On April 16, 2010...
I am rejoicing with you guys. So thankful the surgery is over and will continue to pray for healing. Thanks for the updates, it is so good to hear what is going on. It also helps us to know how to pray. Love you Carla ♥ Anna
On April 16, 2010...
Dear Carla,
The kids and I have been lifting you up in our prayers. We are praying for your pain now.
All our love,
Jill Wragg
On April 16, 2010...
Randy and Carla,
Dave and I are pleased that the sugery was successful and that you are doing well. We are looking forward to your return home soon, and to your full recovery. You are missed, and we so appreciate you ministry and your friendship.
Katie Phillips
On April 16, 2010...
Carla,
I rejoice in our good God and that the surgery has gone well. It is encouraging news they were able to repair the valve. I quess that means you will be able to get back to work sooner. Tee-Hee
Continuing to pray,
Jay
On April 15, 2010...
Randy and Carla,
We are late in getting signed up as we have been on a vacation with our son Scott and his wife and son in Colorado.
We do pray that you will have a successful surgery as we know our great God is in control.
We have so many fond memories of our wonderful times together with you two.
We love you even though we are separated for this time.
John and Pat Sitton
On April 15, 2010...
Carla,
So glad to hear the surgery was a success and Jen is with you. God is good. Keep perservering and know that we are praying for you. Love,
Megan Adams
On April 15, 2010...
Hey Carla,
By the time you hear of this message, the night will be over. We are praying for a restful, peaceful, pain-free, healing, mending, good blood pressure night!!!! Whatever happens tonight, we know that God has a mighty plan for you, and He loves you more than you could possibly know.
Rest easy my friend,
Kathy Daniel (Precepts)
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Carla,
Praying again for a good night's rest for you in the hands of our gracious God who never slumbers.....So glad Randy and Jennifer are with you....was wondering what songs were on your ipod....was remembering the great cd you made for the couples dinner and how we had such similar tastes in music :) Remember that beautiful rendition of "Be Glorified" that you gave Jim? Can't help but rejoice in how God is being glorified in the prayers of the faithful who know that He is sovereignly overseeing every aspect of your surgery and every aspect of your life!!! We serve a mighty yet personal God who knows every minute detail of every one of His children's lives. What a sweet grace.
with all our love,
Nancy for the K's
On April 15, 2010...
Thank you Jennifer. Tomorrow will be an even better day. Getting that ventilator tube out is a biggie. Pray her pain eases so she can sleep tonight. The nurses will take good care of her, all of you need to rest also. Prayers for her recovery.
Fran Z
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Carla........praying also that you all have a restful night.......hugs...ruthie
On April 15, 2010...
Praying that you all have a good restful night as tomorrow will be a big day as well. Glad Carla is okay.
Cheryl, Ontario
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Carla, Randy and Jennifer,
Praise God for His marvelous works! We are thanking Him with you for how He has answered the prayers of His children! We will continue to pray for a fast and full recovery! Missing you...Bob and Pat Whitney
On April 15, 2010...
Jennifer,
I am 11-weeks post-op today from a mitral valve repair at Florida Hospital Orlando, so I know what your mom is going through and how to pray. Obviously, it's an unforgettable experience for all. That first night was a rough one for me, but the next day was so much better. I sure recall begging for ice chips. By next morning, I was eating a full breakfast tray. I had the central line as well. My surgeon routinely has his patients bank a unit of their own blood prior to surgery, so I was given that back post-op. At this point, do keep your mom on her maximum pain meds dose. My nurses made me ask for it. No worries about addiction at this point. Just keep her as comfortable as possible.
God truly is in control, and He continues to be with you all. Our prayers continue as well. I love your Bible quotations!
Duane & Peggy
On April 15, 2010...
HI CARLA,
I JUST RETURNED FROM CHOIR PRACTICE, AND HEARD THE JOYFUL NEWS!I PRAISE OUR MIGHTY SAVIOR AND GREAT PHYSICIAN, THAT HE HAS BEEN WITH YOU.I AM SO GLAD IT WAS A RE-REPAIR! HOW WONDERFUL OUR FATHER IS. YOU JUST REST NOW-IT IS OVER. YOU CAN NOW REST IN THE LORD AND OUR PRAYERS AND YOU WILL SOON BE BACK WITH US.
IN CHRISTIAN LOVE,
LYNNE S.
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Carla,
Dale and I are praying for you and hope you are doing well. WE love you!!!!!!
Bebee
On April 15, 2010...
Hey Carla,
Your Preceptresses were praying our very hardest for you today! Thanks for keeping us up to speed. And Praise God, for it sounds like everything went very well!
We will continue to pray for a speedy recovery, rapid healing, and a minimum of pain (none would be nice!)
You are surrounded by prayers and lifted up on prayers and covered by prayers and resting in the Palm of the Father's Hand. Rest well, my beloved! Heal. Mend. Come back to us as soon as you can. We love you and miss you!
Kathy Daniel...and the rest of the Precepts Posse!
On April 15, 2010...
Jennifer and Randy-I'm Carla's childhood friend from New Richmond. I was also Randy's dance partner to "The Bird." I haven't been able to concentrate on anything today except think about you all and pray. I was thrilled to hear all the good news. I love hearing from you - so keep it up and I'll try to keep up my part of the deal. Nancy Cole Parnell
On April 15, 2010...
Carla,
So glad to hear the good news. I said a prayer for you last night. I hope your recovery is a non-eventful one.
Good luck,
Theresa Callanan
Howell NJ
On April 15, 2010...
Carla
Such great news....Praise God - We missed you today at Precepts - we all prayed for you during class - right when you were having surgery...Thank you Jen for keeping us all updated.....what a blessing.
Love You Jo
On April 15, 2010...
Jen, I'm surprised you didn't post that photo of Carla that I sent in her birthday card last year -- hahahahahahahaha!!!
When's Randy going to write an update? (hahah too!)
Oh, how wonderful, that our Lord God has chosen to glorify himself in his faithful servant and through this wonderful surgeon. We will continue to pray for an amazing recovery. Love you all, Mrs. B
On April 15, 2010...
What a wonderful day. Praise God. He is a faithful God. We will continue to pray for a quick recovery & it sounds as if that is already taking place. I'm sure once off the ventilator that her pain management will kick in & help her alot. Tell her we love her & can't wait to talk to her. Grandma is doing fine & just talked to her Pastor & he prayed with her. God Bless.
susan
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Carla and family, you hang in there girl--you are doing wonderful. Your family and friends are with you all the way. I am so happy for the Heart Valve Journal. I will be keeping in touch. Love, Sharon and Walter
On April 15, 2010...
Carla, I was at church this morning to fold some brochures and had 4 other ladies there with me...Jean Dunlap, Marilyn Lavoy, Amy Temple and her neighbor Connie Sue. Darla stepped in and told us you were in surgery right then so we stopped and prayed for you and for the Doctor to have skilled hands. Praise the Lord, He answered our prayer. It's great to hear that you've been RE-repaired! God is SO good!! Thank you, Jennifer for the Journal updates.
Much love, Joyce Dunlap
On April 15, 2010...
Carla and family......you are all so wonderful keeping friends and family posted.....that is truly a wonderful blessing of what our medical teams can do...with of course the help of our God...he is truly awesome....hugs....ruthie....Minnesota
On April 15, 2010...
Dear Randy and Family,
I've been checking the emails all day
and praising our God that Carla is
out of surgery. We will continue to pray
for the pain and your visit this afternoon.
God Bless you and family.
Because of Him, Judy and Doc Z
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Jennifer,
Such wonderful news today!! We too praise God with you and your folks. A re-repair...that's just so awesome! Thanks to our God who does marvelous things! We send our love and continued prayers from central Florida.
Duane & Peggy Hunt
On April 15, 2010...
"Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation!" Praising the Lord with you for the good news & progess so far . . . Praying for the continuing journey - Give my love to Carla . . . Darla
On April 15, 2010...
Wonderful news!! We look forward to every report, Jennifer. Thanks for the prompt updates. Continuing to pray...
Love,
Ben and Mary Llew
On April 15, 2010...
Thanks Jennifer for the updates.
Todd and Dee
On April 15, 2010...
I have been waiting for this wonderful news! All of our prayers were answered. Thank you God. We can all celebrate in thanking God.
Thank you Randy for e-mailing me about signing th guest book. Your family was in my prayers too. Sharon
On April 15, 2010...
"Praise is due you, O God, in Zion...O you who hear prayer, to you shall all flesh come...By awesome deeds you answer us with righteousness." Ps. 65:1a, 2, 5
On April 15, 2010...
Thank you so much for the update, what wonderful news. Just what she wanted, a re-repair. Please tell her not to be stressed about the endotracheal tube. My worse part was being so thirsty. I did awaken and doze and did that several times. Then they had me wiggle my toes and squeeze the nurse's hands, to see if I had a stroke. They then told me they would remove it and they did. If she went into surgery with her peace at 0 to 1, this is a piece of cake. Finally got some wet mouth swabs which quenched my very dry mouth. Tell her not to worry, the worse is behind her. Prayers for healing.
Fran Z
On April 15, 2010...
To Carla's family........so glad everything went well.....i had just heard about that Mini Maze......and i am going to ask my husband heart Dr. about that.......will keep you all in my prayers......hugs...from Minnesota...ruthie
On April 15, 2010...
My prayers are with your mom. Thank God for guiding the surgeons hands.
Elaine Spiewak
On April 15, 2010...
11:47 AM
Great is Thy Faithfulness!
Nancy for the K's
On April 15, 2010...
PRAISE BE TO GOD!!!!!HE IS SO GRACIOUS!!! LOVE YOU CARLA-AND THANK YOU JENNIFER FOR ALL THE UP DATES.
On April 15, 2010...
Hi Jennifer
So far so good Really great news that a re-repair was able to be done. Looking forward to your next posting.
Cheryl, Ontario
On April 15, 2010...
Wonderful news, Jennifer. I got goosebumps reading the excellent news!
What a blessing to have you there with your mom...I know that means so much--thank you for keeping us all informed. Please give her much love - & a hug from us all ...we are praying for great rest, no pain, & a quick recovery to return back to FL
Love Ya Jo