Miss seeing all of the Barta's at The Rise School. I love all of you and am praying for you daily.
Love,
Julie Smith
On August 18, 2010...
Dear Bartas:
My heart and my prayers go out to all of you. If you need errands run or help in any way please call me. As you know, I have plenty of time and would so love to help My phone number is 345-6012.
Anne FitzPatrick
On August 18, 2010...
Living one moment to the next is an intense pain. All of the prayer and love that is going out to you and your family from all over the world I pray it will lift you and your children and Lori up enough to get you through each next moment. stephanie b
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, you have been on my mind so much. I have had prayer for you at work. Will continue to pray and never give up hope.
Love,
Brenda Stokes
On August 18, 2010...
I am praying for you Lori. I'm praying for your little girls for peace and comfort.
Elizabeth Hall
Grace's Mom
On August 18, 2010...
Praying that the God of healing and the God of miracles would perform a miracle for your precious family. Praying for you in this time of uncertainty and fear.
Jawanda Mast
A friend from the Down syndrome community
On August 18, 2010...
Still praying for a miracle for Lori, and strength and grace for you and your girls.
Mimi Ogle
On August 18, 2010...
Many prayers for Lori and family, for healing and comfort during this time.
Marie Dillon Ivey
On August 18, 2010...
We are thinking of you and your family and praying.
Many blessings,
The Winkler family
(John, Anneth, John Martin, Sam, & Tommy)
On August 18, 2010...
Lori:
I prayed to the Virgin Mary today that she intercede and ask for God to give you total healing. Who else but the "blessed are you amongest women" could understand how important it is for you to continue to be the awesome mother that you are!
Love you Lori and I will continue to pray for a full recovery!!!
Pat Alvarez
On August 18, 2010...
Lori,
You and your family are in my prayers!
Sincerely,
Penny Irwin-Fitt
On August 18, 2010...
Lori:
You are so much more than a best friend. I am praying for you to heal. You are so loved and needed.
Rebecca Reuter
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, Adam and girls-
There are no words that can describe the blessings from the journal entries. The beauty and love that is expressed in your journal entries for your wife and family are so powerful. We feel like we are there in spirit. Please know that we are showering your family with prayers of healing.
Blessings,
Kelly Skoczen-Perez
On August 18, 2010...
Adam, Shack and I are praying for your family. Please, please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Would you like for me to put a prayer request on our Church prayer line? Would be happy to do this.
Joy and Shack Nail
On August 18, 2010...
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Give it to God and he will make a way. You and your family are in my prayers.
Stay Blessed,
Estella Bailey
St. Pius X - c/o 89
On August 18, 2010...
Hi Lori and Adam,
Kyle and I are praying for you and you are in our thoughts constantly. You guys brought us our new parent packet when Maris was born and, Lori, I will never forget talking to you when Maris was about 2 months old. You have been an inspiration to me ever since and I will continue to pray for your full and speedy recovery.
Love and prayers,
Germaine Henry
On August 18, 2010...
Lori,
We are praying for your recovery. Adam we are praying for your strength. Lori was my first point of contact when I moved back to Austin with Olivia. She is also one of the reasons I started STARS for DS in Corpus. She is the sweetest soul and so many of us have been blessed to know her. Keep strong and know we are all praying!
Blessings,
Denise, Eric and Olivia Grace
On August 18, 2010...
Mary's Momma in Austin TX, Betty Shafer forgot to sign below.
On August 18, 2010...
Mary and I LOVE you very much! You have helped us and given us support through some tough times. Always finding the time to reply to messages I have sent asking the strangest questions and begging for reassurance, be strong you are in our thoughts constantly!!
On August 18, 2010...
Dear Adam
I know why Lori loves Mt. Bonnell so much, it is a beautiful spot, up high with a beautiful view of the river, hills and birds. When we lived in Westlake Hills years ago we would often go ther. climb the steps and take it all in. I pray that you and Lori and your daughters will visit this magical spot again.
Prayers from FL.
Fran
On August 18, 2010...
Adam, I am on pins and needles anxiously awaiting the news of her EEG results. I am in a constant state of ongoing prayer through my heart and mind even while trying to work and get my school ready for the new year. My teachers are praying as well and keep checking with me to see if there is any news.
Your family is a very special to me! please know that we love you and are for you.
Elizabeth Tomczeszyn
On August 18, 2010...
Lori,
I just found out about your condition from Andy. I wanted to drop you a note to say I was thinking about you and that you're in me and my family's prayers. I know everything will turn out ok.
Chad Tiedt
On August 18, 2010...
Lori & Adam,
There really hasn't been a minute that you and the girls haven't been on my mind since Friday.
Continued prayers and positive thoughts are going out to all of you.
--Andy Tomczeszyn
On August 18, 2010...
Hi Adam,
I know I've been silent up to now only because my mind and heart are racing and trying to wrap my head around what our Lori has been through since surgery. No mistake, though, that I think of her & pray every minute of every day. I can say (to some extent) I do know what you are feeling from going through similar events with my Mom. Thank you for taking time to let us know what is going on despite the stress you are experiencing. You are handling it well, my friend, and your talk with the girls sounded pefect & beautiful. I'm happy your Dad and brother are there to help support you. Our girl is strong & we all know when Lori is determined to do something, she gives it her all and won't quit until she is satisfied. She'll make it through this, we just have to give her time and keep the faith. I'm so happy I have recent memories of her huge smile and infectious laugh from our visit. She is one of a kind. :o) Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Love from Oklahoma, Beth Lutz
On August 18, 2010...
Dearest Lori, Adam, Emma, Hannah & Sarah,
Each one of you exhibits such warmth, courage, strength and love for all. We are truly blessed to have you as our wonderful friends. We are thinking of you every moment and sending our most comforting and healing thoughts. And please know that we are here to help in any way that we can.
All of our Love, Support and Strength,
Sarah & Sean Kerr
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, You have been heavy on my heart since all this started. You are in constant thought and prayer. I can't even imagine how many prayer chains you must be on! EVERYONE is praying hard for you and your family. It is so very obvious how much you are loved and what a positive influence you have been to anyone and everyone who knows you.
I am sitting here thinking of all the Christian songs about healing. So many come to mind. But I did a search and found one that I've never heard before by Aaron Jeoffrey...Heal Me.
chorus:
Heal me
Heal these eyes
Heal this heart
Heal my mind
Breathe Your breath of life
Heal me
Wake my soul
From this sleep
Give me back the joy
Of when I first believed
Heal me
Anyway, this is my prayer for you....for HIS COMPLETE healing. We all love you so much!
To all of Lori's family and friends....we all must keep the faith and know that God is in control.
In HIM alone,
Jana Fuller Froehlich
St. Pius X High School, c/o '89
On August 18, 2010...
Adam, What a beautiful way to tell Emma about her Mommy. How well it sounds as if this first talk proceeded. You are indeed a wise owl. Anxiously awaiting the results of the EEG. Stephanie B
On August 18, 2010...
Hello Lori, I am thinking of you constatly and of Adam and the girls. I hope these thougts reach you alond with my love.
Adam, i wish I could h elp, but my knees are in bad shape, so it is only my love for you that can help.
The two of you were so happy together and I hope that this will continue for a long time.May my willing come through. love, Eva
On August 18, 2010...
I always try to believe that if God led you to it he will get you through it. I am praying that God is there for you Adam.
On August 18, 2010...
Lori it is comforting and both heart breaking to read the posts. This should not be happening! You are truly loved by so many people. You are an amazing woman with so much left in life to do. Your friends along with Adams are some of the most wonderful people that I have ever met in my life. The support system you have is unbreakable. Your family is in constant communication with each other and receiving updates on you. Remember our conversation with Grandma one of the last times we were with her? The one about the Preston's journal entry and the love for our family and she replied " you know the best thing about it, it was all free". We talked to her quite some time about that love. The love for you is overflowing right now. We need you to get better.
Love you, Cyndi
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, you are are my mind everyday. Just know we are all praying for you and love you!
Karen (Havemann) Haude
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, my friend, it’s me, Cheryl. I know it’s been a few years but I just received word from Andy about what you are facing. My family and I send you all our prayers. Back in school you were a very strong person and I know that time has made you even stronger. This is just another one of life's speed bumps that will only slow you down a little. My prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl (Konieczny) Deculus
On August 18, 2010...
Hello famliy, Please know that you are all in our prayers! May God bless you with his peace.
On August 18, 2010...
Hi Adam and family,
Just wanted to let you know that the Houston DSA is praying in full force and has Lori on every prayer list we know of. You and your family are in our thoughts and have our support. May God keep you.
On August 18, 2010...
Keeping you and your entire family in our prayers.
David Tolleson
National Down Syndrome Congress
On August 18, 2010...
Adam, I want you to know people are praying for Lori from Columbia, Missouri and as far away as Tasmania. She is beloved and the huge outcry at her condition is a testament to that. My heart is aching for you right now. My husband and I send much love. We were in the DSACT community with you and Lori several years ago in Austin and have since moved to MO. I pray for strength, comfort and healing for all of you. Blessings.
Lisa Kent
On August 18, 2010...
I am praying for good news and a full recovery, and for peace for your family.
Dasha Crain, RN
Heart Hospital of Austin
On August 18, 2010...
It's been several years since I worked with you back in LEDD, Lori, but I have my entire family praying and sending healing energy your way. Keep the faith! You have hundreds of people who love and care about you and your family in this very difficult time.
Beth (Cooper) Gilbert
On August 18, 2010...
I am Suzanne's mom and have been following Lori's condition. I have continued to pray for her and know that God preforms miracles. I have known Lori since Suzanne and she were friends in college.
God bless you Adam and your lovely children.
Betty Lou Brendalen
On August 18, 2010...
Thank you for these updates. I am checking for them on the hour. Terrell and I are holding each of you in our hearts. We are sending prayers of hope and of strength to you Adam and to your children. Sending prayers of strength to overcome and to rejoin you soon to Lori. Stephanie and Terrell
On August 18, 2010...
Lori, Adam, and family,
We're praying for you in Houston. I've added you to the "Catholic Mom Community" prayer list, too.
Love,
Ann P. Fontenot
Down Syndrome Association of Houston
On August 18, 2010...
Dear Lori,
What a beautiful family you have and what a beautiful person you are. I've never met you, my great friend Jana went to High school with you, and called me yesterday to ask me to pray to our heavenly Father for your recovery. I prayed for you this morning Lori, and for your family, that the Lord heals your body, and comforts your Husband and beautiful daughters during this time of trial. My God Bless you and your family,
In His Love,
Melva <3*
On August 18, 2010...
Lori and Adam,
You and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers this morning and as you move forward. Praying that God brings peace and health to all.
The Hardemans
Britt, Heather, Ford, & Waylon
On August 18, 2010...
Lori,
I wanted you to know that I have been following your surgery and progress. I've been keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Your warmth, courage, strength and love are such amazing gifts to everyone who has known you. Sending you tons of love and hope for a speedy, smooth recovery.
Erin Pearl
On August 18, 2010...
Dear God,
Heavenly Father, please heal Lori. Her family needs her. We need her. She is your servant and the strongest advocate for our children. Please heal her.
Love,
Melly
On August 18, 2010...
Prayers continued this morning for Lori! She is a survivor. Prayers for you, Adam to give you the words and strength with the girls today!
Christi, Troy, and Rustin (DS) Lane
On August 18, 2010...
Praying for Lori, for you and the kids this morning.
Mimi Ogle
On August 18, 2010...
Adam,
I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this. Jamie and I are praying for you often.
Mia
On August 18, 2010...
Lori has always been so kind and such a wonderful advocate. We are praying also.
The Merediths
On August 18, 2010...
Hi Adam, Patti DeCarli [Barbie Barta's sister], my prayers are going out to you and your family. Keep strong and hold on to that hope that you have.
Love Patti.
Love,
Julie Smith