Day 20. Sunday sept 10

Carl said they can not do surgery on Monday, no openings. So will happen Wednesday  evening. Vac dressing will be changed on Monday, he had French toast and juice for late bkf, pain is controlled, Carl has walked 3x so far today.
Sue and kids took me out for supper last night, Don and Mary visited him too. I am sleeping well and have what I need for each day!
A devotional by Billy Graham -
" whether or not we feel God's presence when our way seems dark, by faith we know he is there. You can stake your life on his promise :
 I will never leave you nor for sake you. Hebrews 13 :5"
I praise God that I feel his love and peace, praying this same peace for all of you who love and care for Carl.
In Jesus name!
Jody

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  1. Pam MaatSeptember 10, 2017 at 12:15 PM

    So glad you could go out last night! This too does the heart good! Carl will get to go sometime soo!!
    Wednesday is it then - guess on the bigger picture, a day or two difference doesn't make a huge difference...keep clinging to His promises...I know you are!

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  2. meme jacobySeptember 10, 2017 at 4:38 PM

    That is wonderful that you went out--you need to get away!! They we will pray for Wednesday to be a wonderful turning point! I am so glad the pain is controlled and he is able to walk and eat some. Praying for you too Jody-- and so glad you get rest. He is with you every step of this mountain you are climbing. Love to you both!

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  3. Sheri ThomassenSeptember 11, 2017 at 12:12 PM

    You are on my mind and in my heart and prayers daily.

    Psalm 46:1-3, 11
    "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change and though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains quake at its swelling pride… The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold" (NASB).

    John 16:33
    “these things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world” (NASB).

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