Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Tuesday night
Hello again. Not nuch change today. They took Shawna for a CT scan again today to see if the lower brain swelling is going down. Her pupils are getting smaller but still unresponsive. It may be interpreted as a good sign. The doctor is concerned that her heart has been fairly consistently high at 115 to 130. This could be signs of swelling. He is checking her legs and lungs and heart for blood clots. They put in a power pik line from her arm to heart to inject dyes and also medicines later. Her gag reflex is very active and she has a lot of eyelid flutter. Deb is now assisting in washing Shawna and helping with her physiotherapy. That is therapy in itself. Its beautiful when we can start to do some of the things to again take care of our child. We are so richly blessed. God has protected her life to this point and we can tend to some of her needs we continue to lay the rest of her needs before Gods throne of grace. Thankyou for your prayers. Al and Deb
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Dear Al, Deb,, Darryl and family:
We just had a little visit with al's Dad, and he mentioned that Debbie is now allowed to assist in the caretaking of Shawna. That in itself is already so wonderful. Even every small step of improvement is a miracle. We pray for many more "small" miracles, and we trust that our heavenly Father hears every prayer that goes up to Him for further healing. We also wish you all a very blessed day on Saturday, with the wedding. We pray for a double celebration.
With love from Andy and Tina van Yken
God be with you. Our prayers are with your family.
Love, the Bremers
Dear Al & Deb,
We hope the CT scan shows positive results re swelling going down. It is also good to hear that you can be more involved in Shawna's daily care instead of feeling so helpless. We continue to commend Shawna and all of you to the Lord. We also pray that you as family can take part in the final preparations for Rebecca's wedding and have a blessed day on Saturday.
Ike & Heather, Anna, Scott, Andrew & Ryan Groenwold
God be with you and your family.It is so great to have updates everyday on Shawna.We are all praying for her.
Kevin and Cindy Spurgeon
We pray that the Lord may continue to grant His blessings on the care Shawna is receiving. We are thankful with you that Deb can now also begin to help out with the daily care.
We pray that, despite all the concerns surrounding Shawna you may be able to have a blessed celebration this coming Saturday.
Tim and Elly Hutten and family.
We were singing Psalm 73:8 at a nephews wedding last week Friday and you people came to mind.
Whom do I have in heav'n but Thee?
Who shall on earth my refuge be?
Since I have Thee as Rock and Savior,
I seek no further wealth or favour.
Although my flesh and heart may fail,
God is my strength, I shall prevail.
For He, whose steadfast love is sure,
will be my portion evermore.
Dear Al & Deb, family,
We've been following the news about shawna with Kate. You're whole family and especially shawna are in our constant thoughts and prayers. May God in his gracious love grant healing in his time.
Marguerite Dallinga & Kids (Kate`s sister)
Dear Bethlehem's and Darryl
Beautiful is the only way to describe how the LORD has given you all such great strength during this time. It was also beautiful to see that when we visited you.
We are thankful for the small steps that Shawna is making and continue to pray for her healing. Most of all we pray that no matter what happens God will continue to allow you to be at peace with it.
Love Chris DeBoer and Amanda VanderHoeven
Dear Bethlehem family (Darryl included)
We thank our Heavenly Father for the little steps Shawna can make as well as giving you all the strength you may need each day again.
Remembering you each day in our prayers.
Nathan & Aileen Diek
Taryn & Aiden
Dear loved ones of Shawna,
We rejoice with you in the slow progress that Shawna is making. We know that our great Healer is watching over her. We continue to pray daily for you and your family, and we will remember you in our thoughts throughout the weekend. What a blessing from the Lord to witness such beautiful moment in your children's lives.
All the best,
Josh and Dina Roodzant
Hello Neighbours,
We continually uplift Shawna and your family in prayer, and are believing with you for a complete and miraculous recovery. We know that God is in control and everything will happen in His timing.
We appreciate the daily updates. It's awesome to read the many comments and prayers that are being offered up for you - we know that God is hearing them all.
It's been encouraging seeing the family around the house again. Be blessed as you prepare for Saturday. Congratulations Rebecca!
God Bless,
Andrew, Vicki, Alana and Lydia Fulson
Dear Deb and Al and family
Glad to hear that you are able to start taking care of Shawna - we will continue to pray that the Lord will give healing to Shawna - and comfort to you and the kids as you adjust to your new lifestyle.We check your blog often to stay in touch with your daily struggles and victories. We pray that Rebecca and Shaun may make many memories as they prepare for their wedding day on Saturday.
Lots of love Marlene and Jack and family
To Al and Deb family and Loved ones of Shawna.
Thank-you for all the updates on Shawna. Our daily thoughts and Prayers are with Shawna, Darryl, and you her family in these difficult days. May God grant you the strength you need every day to carry on.
From Doug and Patricia Wagter(Jongsma) and Family
Dear Bethlehem Family,
Even at this late hour Shawna and your family are being upheld in prayer even by those people like myself who are connected to you only by acquaintance. Our God is an AWESOME and only moments ago I prayed asking God to allow this time and experience to solidify in incredible ways in all of your lives who He is and this in itself be a testimony to what He is able to do. He is The Great Physician and the God of miracles.
You are in the thoughts, hearts and prayers of many,
Carol Koole
(a good friend of your neighbours the Fulson's)
Dear Al, Deb and family (including the Hoeksema family),
Each small step brings Shawna that much closer to recovery. We rejoice with all of you as these small steps add up.
What a wonderful God we serve and what a blessing it is to know that everything is in His control.
We pray that you may look forward to Rebecca's big day on Saturday with lighter hearts and the confidence in knowing that God is watching over all of you.
Arend and Willa Dale Smid
Dear Al and Debbie and Family, Darryl and family;
Thank you so much for taking the time each day to keep us all up to date through this blog. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all. What a comfort it is to know that even though we may not know what tomorrow will bring, we rest assured that God is taking care of us. Your faith and trust in God is truly evident.What a witness you are of God's unfailing love for us. May He continue to sustain you.
Norm and Sonya Kampen
Chelsey, Victoria, Jasmine & Cullen
Uncle Al & Aunt Debbie.
I am still praying and praying for a miracle! It is nice that Shawna is getting a little bit better, and i hope everying turns out good; I really hope I see you guys soon, and my thoughts are with you.
Love,
Kristen Buist
Dear Al, Debbie, family and Darryl and his family:
Though i have never met Shawna or Darryl, i find myself thinking of you all many times a day, and praying at every opportunity that Shawna may make a recovery that surpasses anyone's expectations. The Lord is Sovereign in everything, He can do what no man can imagine. May He continue to give you much patience, hope and sustain you in this difficult time, we will continue to hold you all up in prayer. Thankyou for the updates.
Karl & Hetty, Brianna, Rachelle, Harrison and Olivia Veldkamp (Richmond Hill)
Dear Bethlehem's, Darryl and all others who love Shawna,
We pray that the knowledge of so many people praying for you all, also people whom you've never met or only met briefly in your lives. As a hand and a foot to one another we shall persevere with you. You updates are such living testimonies of the faith and strength given by our Father. Your level of assurance in Him is limitless! You faith is surely a witness to those around you. Shawna and your other children are truly blessed to have parents like yourselves. All our best as we understand their is a wedding soon in your family. May you all find joy in this too.
May God walk with you and carry you when you need Him to....
Brian and Lisa Vanderhout
Dear Al, Deb, Darryl & Family
We've been keeping up to date with your daughter's situation via the blog. We continue to pray for you and your family knowing this situation is also part of God's larger plan. Be it His will may the treatment and the work of the doctor's have a positive outcome. We also pray for the Lord to give you strength later this week with the celebration of your daughter wedding.
Les & Sheryl Van Egmond
Eric, Jason, Curtis
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