Prayers for my Dad [Archive]

terluvire

01-20-2007, 01:27 PM

Hi Everyone,

I hope we (us and the detractors) can put our differences aside for my dad needs much prayer.

I just came home from the hospital and will be going back soon. My dad finally slept after 2 weeks of no sleep.

He needs his Mitral heart valve replaced and right now his heart isn't up to having surgery, but this surgery is his only hope. His blood is thin, his hemoglobin is down too low, his body is retaining fluids and he is having a difficult time breathing.

Please pray that the Lord comforts him and gives his body strength. He needs all the prayer he can get.

Thanks,
Ter

david_munson

01-20-2007, 03:23 PM

Incense on the alter Ter.
Let the peace of God rule in your heart.

Dave
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arron

01-20-2007, 05:03 PM

will pray

yaqakallah

01-20-2007, 05:07 PM

So sorry to here this Ter...Yes, your Father is in my prayers as well as all of your family.

with much love,

Kim

skooter942000

01-20-2007, 06:34 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gif

-"OUR FATHER", - hears HIS children's cries.

The flesh is amazing , yet very fragile.
- (This you know Terri), - as do others.

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Jam 5:11 Behold, we count them happy which endure.
Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen
the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful,
and of tender mercy.

Don <*))><

abiyah

01-21-2007, 01:48 AM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif Good Evening to you Terluvire;

And may The Lord's Peace be upon your heart. Indeed I am praying for your Dad dear one. You and your Dad are on my heart and in my prayers.

A big hug I send to you Terluvire.

Agape,

Abiyah

franklin

01-21-2007, 02:08 AM

I am praying for him.

godchild

01-21-2007, 04:54 AM

terlu, I too am praying for your father and you.

smyrna

01-21-2007, 07:33 AM

Ter,

Your dad is definitely in my prayers.

david_munson

01-21-2007, 03:25 PM

Now I can see the Lord on this thread.
No arguement or disagreement when it comes to the need of other believers.
Just the Unity of the Spirit as things other are put aside.

We may divide on doctrine but we are unified in prayer for each other.
That is the heart of God.

Bless each of you.
This is what I call "edifying."
Dave
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terluvire

01-21-2007, 06:39 PM

Good Day Everyone,

I want to thank everyone for their prayers. It really means alot.

Skooter, that is an adorable picture. Thank you.

I was out at the hospital all last night . My dad couldn't sleep again. He was up all night and is still awake.

I finally realized why he's not sleeping and having anxiety. At first we thought it was because of his breathing, for his breathing would be bad. But it was his anxiety which was making his breathing worse, he was and is having panic attacks. It's because of the upcoming surgery. For 2 years now he's been putting it off, but now he knows he cannot put it off any longer. So the surgery is now a reality and he's afraid he won't make it through. What he is failing to see is that if he doesn't have it, he will not last long at all.

On a good note, his breathing is excellant, his humor is up for he was joking alot last night, and for now his blood levels are getting better.

He took great comfort last night as I read Psalms and Exodus to him, but it kept him awake, he didn't want to miss any of it..lol He'ld be almost asleep and bam, he was up.

Please keep him in prayer. He really needs comfort, for the anxiety to be quieted, so that he may sleep. The more sleep he gets, the better his heart can rest.

I pray he has the peace of our Lord which passes all understanding.

Thanks again all, it means alot.

Peace,
Ter

david_munson

01-22-2007, 02:09 PM

Tell him about this promise if you haven't already done so.
"Psalms 4:8 I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety."

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preachers_daughter

01-22-2007, 05:43 PM

"We may divide on doctrine but we are unified in prayer for each other. That is the heart of God."

Amen David.

Ter, I will keep your Dad in my prayers, also.

May God bless and comfort you and yours.

terluvire

01-22-2007, 06:28 PM

Again I would like to thank everyone for their prayers.

My dad is doing better today emotionally. He's calm and peaceful. I can see God helping him with feelings of peace and comfort in the midst of this.

My dad's hemoglobin is down again. They gave him blood the other day hoping he could have the cath today, but as it turns out his blood isn't well enough to do this. So they are giving him more blood today. He's happy when he gets blood..lol

They are going to run tests to see where the blood loss is coming from. They said it's not cancer, so I'm thankful for that. They said he either has a small tear somewhere or it's just the way his body is producing the blood.

Please pray that God gives the doctors the wisdom to see what is going on so that they may correct it.

On a good note, he was laughing and joking on the phone today. He's a sweet gentle soul and the nurses absolutely love him. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

Peace,
Ter

godchild

01-22-2007, 07:32 PM

terlu, If the doctors do tests and don't find the area of the blood loss, make them do it again. My Dad had visible signs (so much blood it turned his skin black in that area) and they gave him 3 ultrasounds before they did surgery. I lost him over this. I will continue to pray for your Dad. Another thing. I hope they have checked all his previous prescriptions. Seniors sometimes keep old prescriptions from past doctors. Ex: one doctor had prescribed cumaden years ago because Dad had a heart attack. His newest doctor was unaware of this, and the doctors in the hospital were so upset, because it had thinned his blood so much.
It's good that your Dad's spirits are up. That is a positive aspect. Keep the faith!

ezekiel_37

01-23-2007, 11:48 PM

Ter

Peace and Love to you and your family.

I am praying for you and your father....have faith in God's will.

Peace in Messiah Christ
c

terluvire

01-24-2007, 03:22 AM

Good Evening Everyone,

Ezekiel thanks for your prayer.

godchild, thanks for the advice, it means alot.

My dad is doing better! I am so thankful!! Everything is checking out ok! As far as his blood goes, they are going to work hard at finding where the blood loss is coming from. They know they can't do surgery with him losing blood and they also know that he desperately needs the heart surgery. They are being very diligent with this. At least his blood levels remained stable today, no blood loss, they did say that whatever leak he does have, it is very slow and they were able to do the Cath. . His arteries are clear. They showed me his pictures. His arteries are super!! I can see God's hand in this, his breathing is excellant, the fluid is all but gone, and he has peace of mind.

Peace,
Ter

godchild

01-24-2007, 08:27 AM

This is good news. God is merciful!

yaqakallah

01-24-2007, 02:49 PM

So good to hear such good news this morning Terri!!!!

God is Awesome!!!

Kim

david_munson

01-24-2007, 05:21 PM

All Glory be to the Lord our God the only worthy one.

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abiyah

01-24-2007, 07:35 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gif That is all greeeeeeat news and I Thank God for it ! Still keeping him in prayer Terri ! And may God 'continue' to Bless him.

Agape,

Abiyah

sharon

01-25-2007, 12:44 PM

Wonderful to hear! Prayers still coming.

terluvire

01-25-2007, 02:52 PM

I am thanking God and I also would like to thank all of you again for your prayers!!

They found the cause of the slow leak of blood and it is only a polyup (sp?). It is nothing serious.

I can't believe how well he is doing. Just last week we were ready for him to leave us, we didn't think he would make it until surgery. Well...he is going to make it till surgery!

I am amazed at his calmness!! He was even picking out his new heart valve yesterday!! His breathing is soooo good, the fluid in his legs is gone, and he has such peace about the surgery!

I am still asking for prayer though. His heart valve replacement surgery is set for Monday, as long as he remains well. Please pray that the surgery goes well and that there are no major complications. Also, the closer Monday approaches, I'm afraid he might start having panick attacks again, so please keep praying for his peace of mind also.

Thank you all and God bless!

God is AWESOME!!!!!

Ter

godchild

01-25-2007, 06:36 PM

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"God is Awesome"!

yaqakallah

01-26-2007, 01:16 AM

"DITTO THAT"

david_munson

01-26-2007, 03:09 PM

AMEN!!!

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terluvire

01-28-2007, 08:21 PM

My dad is having surgery, Monday, tomorrow at noon.

Please keep him in prayer for things to go smoothly with no complications. The surgery is still somewhat risky.

Again, thank you so much for all your prayers.

God is good!

Ter

terluvire

01-30-2007, 12:57 AM

My dad's surgery went well!! He is in recovery now and he is stable and his vitals are good. For the next two days, please keep him in prayer, for the next few days are critical, but for now he looks great!!!

Thank you all for you prayers. God certainly is good to those who love him.

terluvire

01-30-2007, 08:54 PM

Good Afternoon All,

My dad is doing excellant. He called me this morning!! He was even walking today!!

God certainly has his hand upon my father and we can see his recovery is going to be quicker than usual.

Soon, I will be posting just as before. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

Thanks again for all the prayers.

YHVH is a wonderful Father!

Ter

yaqakallah

01-30-2007, 11:26 PM

AWESOME NEWS TERRI!!!

david_munson

01-31-2007, 03:58 PM

Terl,
I am greatful to the Lord for the mercy He has shown to your Dad.
Cherish every moment with him that you can.
Life is short this side of eternity.

God is Great!

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yaqakallah

01-31-2007, 07:21 PM

I'll second that David!

YHVH is AWESOME!!!

skooter942000

01-31-2007, 08:16 PM

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yaqakallah

01-31-2007, 08:59 PM

Hey guys,

I thought I'd use this 'good news' thread to tell all of ya'll that about an hour ago I got a call and landed a dream job!!! I start Monday morning at 8:00!!!

Thanks for all of your prayers and concerns regarding the situation my children and myself have been in.

YHVH Rules!!!

angie0401

01-31-2007, 09:56 PM

Congrats, kim!
I'm so happy for you - isn't it amazing how Father can make something good out of a (seemingly) bad situation?

yaqakallah

01-31-2007, 10:25 PM

Amen to that Angie!!! Not once has our Abba left our side. I look back on all the trials we endured and see just how amazing his love for us is.(not just me and the kids) Our faith has been strengthened thru each step. And there is so many more steps to take place. You know, when I think about it all. It makes me weep, but with joy! And I made alot of great friends along the way. What a blessing all of you have been to me and the kids. I really mean ithttp://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

abiyah

02-07-2007, 06:35 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gifGood Afternoon to you all;

I wanted to let you all know that last night Terluvire's father had some serious complications, and has been admitted back into the hopsital. She has asked me to put forth this post for she can not, to please request prayer for her father. So if you will.... please send up prayers for her Dad, for he is in desperate need of sleep, as he has had nearly none at all in almost three weeks. The reason why he has great complications sleeping is because he is expericencing severe sleep apnea, and just can not get any physical rest/sleep. When he tries and he does try, his air way becomes constricted and he abruptly awakes trying to get air, while at the same time being in a panic state as he's trying to catch his breath. He can not breath while he sleeps, and this is causing great difficulties to his health in a number of ways. He is back in the hospital at this tme, and has been given an air mask which does force the air down his throat and into his lungs, so that he can hopefully and prayer-fully breath while he is alseep, and with no complications. Your prayers are needed for this brother IN Christ The Lord.

And I also ask that you would pray for Terluvire as well... for she is having some physical diffculties as well, and she needs our prayers too.

And also, Terluvire thanks you all once again for all the prayers you have sent up to The Father, in The Name of The Son thus far, for God has so graciously seen her Dad through his sugery and has Comforted him through this most difficult time. : )

May The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob 'continue' to Bless those that bless Him, and may His Grace and Mercy be with you, in The Name of Immanuel, Jesus Christ our Lord & Saviour; Amen.

Agape,

Abiyah

skooter942000

02-07-2007, 08:30 PM

If more people KNEW Terri's circumstances,
they would be a little more thoughtful with
their messages.

(....Well most would)

CHRIST is the LIGHT ,
& HIS LIGHT - (Shines forth),
- even in the DARKNESS
- that is now prevalent in this WORLD( - age).

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abiyah

02-08-2007, 01:06 AM

Peace unto you ALL;

I have just gotten an update from Terluvire with regard to her father, and well ..... its not so good. This sleep apnea, in which her Dad has dealt with each night for just about three weeks has been just diagnosed by the physician(S), and is NOW, three weeks after the fact, being addressed and treated; However, the effect has taken a severe toll on her father's heart, which was good after the surgery, but on account of the severe lack of sleep, or rather no sleep, which caused panic due to not being able to breath while trying to sleep, his heart is now beating way too fast, and he needs our prayers... prayers that our Father in Heaven would please 'continue' to Help our brother, and a prayer that these physicians would be able to figure out the proper medications for this man, as they seemingly are having difficulty getting it just right, yet, they are diligently trying to figure out the best way to balance his medications which are all heart related, and simply sending up prayers that our Heavenly Father would please lead, guide, and direct these gifted professionals so that they are able to get this man back on the road to recovery... which he was on, and was doing so well, with the expection of no sleeping, which has know taken its full effect. And well....., because they missed the sleep apnea his medical condition has become far more serious this day. So please, continue to pray for Him, God HEARS us, and I thank Him for that.

Please also remember to keep our sister, fellow servant, and dear friend IN Jesus Christ The Lord in your prayers as well... for all this has taken quit a toll on her physical abilities... and she's not doing so well, so please, please pray for her, for she is really in need of our prayers too. And it is my sincere hope and prayer that she will be strong enough tomorrow to go to the hospital, and to see her Dad, whom she loves very much. I do thank you ALL so, so very much for your loving prayers and for your kind-hearted compassion. : )

Agape,

Abiyah

yaqakallah

02-08-2007, 03:52 AM

Thanks for the update Abiyah. I am so terribly sorry to hear of this. Most definately I will keep both in my prayers as this time is crucial. And for those of you not in the know, please keep Abiyah and Skooter's comments about Terri to heart and pray for her as well.I think we all forget when speaking to 'strangers' on the net that each of them have a real life with real life problems which can be affected by the way we treat then. We are commanded to love one another as Christ loves us. Not pointing fingers here. I am guilty of breaking this commandment all to often.

PS. I love you and your Father Terri!!!

abiyah

02-08-2007, 08:32 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gifGood Afternoon to you ALL !

And Peace unto you; I just checked my e-mail and see that I received some real, real good news from Terluvire, and I wanted to share it with you ALL. Again, thanks so very much for all your prayers. 

TERLUVIRE WROTE:
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QUOTE: " Hey, My dad called my last night and he sounded great! His voice sounded stronger than it has in a month!! AND....he was hungry! I was so glad to hear him talking about food, for he looooovvessss to talk about food..lol He hasn't discussed food in about a month.

Oh, I just got off the phone with him, he called after I wrote the above. He sounds sooooo good, very coherant, lucid, calm, peaceful..ect.... This is so so wonderful!!!!!!!!!!! And....I'm doing much better. I'm strong enough to see him today. The LORD is so wonderful to have seen us through this. I couldn't imagine going through this without Him! " END QUOTE
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Yeahhhh... ALL Praise and Thanks be unto God, our Father, for WITH Him ALL things ARE Possible !

Again... thank you for all your prayers.

Agape,

Abiyah

yaqakallah

02-08-2007, 08:37 PM

YHVH is AWESOME!!!

So glad to hear that the 2 of you are doing great!!!

terluvire

02-08-2007, 10:00 PM

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Again I want to thank everyone for all their prayers. This has certainly been a trying month for my father and my family, but God has seen us through all of this.

Abiyah, I want to thank you for posting for me when I couldn't. Thank you so very much!

I just got home from the hospital and although my father is very tired, he is doing much much better. His heart rate is still a bit high, but I feel with his much needed sleep, his heart rate will eventually slow down.

They are still trying to adjust his meds, especially his blood thinners, but I do feel a peace about this. God has brought him this far when we thought he wasn't going to make until surgery or even through surgery, so I'm positive He will see us through this also.

God bless and I truly do thank all of you from the bottom of my heart.

Peace,
Ter

abiyah

02-08-2007, 10:30 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gifAnd may the good Grace of our Heavenly Father 'continue' to be upon your Dad. The joy coming from your post goes straight to my heart, and indeed I'm just so happy to hear such real, real good news. And to hear you in such a fine and joyous tone... its wonderful. Thanks so much Terri, and I do Thank God for you beloved. And ALWAYS, ALWAYS giving Thanks to The LORD for ALL His many Blessings, and His Precious Son, The Living Word of God, Jesus The Christ. : )

Agape,

Abiyah

arron

02-09-2007, 03:39 AM

i have a very special and urgenet request for prayer it must be answered immediatly please pray.

terluvire

02-09-2007, 06:17 AM

HI Arron,

I already said a prayer for you. I also pray that your grandson is doing well.

abiyah

02-09-2007, 03:21 PM

Aaron WROTE:
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QUOTE: " i have a very special and urgenet request for prayer it must be answered immediatly please pray." END QUOTE
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Peace be with you Aaron:

And I do hope that all is well there. Indeed I will send up a prayer to our Heavenly Father for you, as He knows what you have need of, and do pray that all things be done according to His Will.

And May The Lord 'continue' to Protect & Bless our soliders that are away from home.

Abiyah

david_munson

02-09-2007, 03:26 PM

A promise for Arron,
Isaiah 65:24 And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.

He is near.

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david_munson

02-09-2007, 03:28 PM

rachelengland

02-09-2007, 03:33 PM

Terluvire, I am so grateful for you and your dad...dads are precious and I have been praying for him!

Arron, I have been thinking about you - I haven't seen you around the boards may you have peace my friend... Love R

terluvire

02-13-2007, 02:34 AM

Hi Everyone,

I just got off the phone with the nurse and my dad is at it again with not sleeping. This has become a psychological issue. He won't wear the mask, he hasn't for a few days. Because of this he hasn't slept and his panic is starting back up. All he has to do is where the c-pack mask so he can sleep, but he won't. Health wise, he's doing great. But this issue could turn things for the worse.

When he goes a night with no sleep, his thinking gets cloudy. So when he has the apnea, he doesn't realize what is going on. He again thinks his lungs aren't working. He panic rises, he fights sleep even more, when they try to put the mask on he doesn't realize what they are doing and fights it...so on and so on. This has become a vicious cycle.

If he would wear the mask faithfully every night, this would stop. He would be sleeping and clear headed. The panic would stop and he would be rested.

I'm praying that God gets through to him and helps him with this. I'm not even sure what to pray for concerning my dad, but God knows what he needs. Please pray that God helps him. He needs it desperately. If it gets bad enough they will have to put him on a ventilator for his lungs will get weak from the rapid breathing and the lack of sleep.

Thanks again for all your prayers,
Ter

terluvire

02-13-2007, 07:36 AM

We now realize his anxiety is not psychological, it is a physical response to the sleep apnea. One of the symptoms is that they may on occasion wake up with a choking or gasping sensation. The problem is that this is not only happening on occasion, but everytime he drifts off to sleep.

The poor man has literally slept only 3 days during this 5 week period.

His sleep apnea is serious, it could kill him. He is suffering so much. My heart is very heavy.

Please pray that the doctors find a way to fix this for the cpap isn't working because of his agitation brought on by the apnea. If they need to do a trach, so be it. I don't want to see him suffering like this anymore.

I am praying it doesn't take them long to figure out how to deal with this and correct it.

david_munson

02-13-2007, 02:17 PM

May the Lord have His will in your fathers life.

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abiyah

02-13-2007, 02:19 PM

Peace unto you Terri:

I'm just so sorry to hear this. I hope that your Dad did get some sleep last night though, and I do hope he kept the mask on. This is a difficult thing... your Dad has been through so, so much. Ohhhh Terri I did not see either of these posts until now... but indeed have kept your Dad in my heart and prayers, and I will continue to do so. I see now that things are getting a bit rough for him again, indeed I will be praying for him Terri, and for those who are treating him. Hang in there Terri, and rest easy with all this, I'm sure these physicians will figure out the best course of action for your father, and hopefully this will all work out soon, but until then, Peace be with you my friend. And certainly my prayers are also with you.

God Bless

Agape,

Abiyah [ Sending a big hug your way http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif ]

skooter942000

02-13-2007, 08:15 PM

- hey Terri,

- Hang in there

- See the links for a little (aid).

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

(my earthly father has this, to a degree too)

Alcohol make things worse.
Not saying your father drinks.

- Just mentioning this in passing.

My earthly father used to drink, and he would
shake the house.

The THROAT swells slightly after ingesting
the fire-water.

Anyway, why i am posting.

I have heard that there are THROAT SPRAYS
that work fairly well.

- it keeps the uvula from vibrating.

My earthly father also has a deviated septum.
This adds to his problem.

Talk to his doctor about this spray.

If the airway is clear, he will breathe better.
Thus having a better sleep.

My father still needs naps to help here.
He still never feels refreshed after sleep.

also you might try.....
http://www.walgreens.com/store/product.jsp?CATID=304775&navAction=jump&navCount=1 &skuid=sku382638&id=prod382637

Since taking over care of my parents...

Having someone stop breathing and then gasp,
and then breathe again, over and over.....
can be unnerving.

- It used to keep me up at night...
- Prayer works.

- I also elevated his bed, slightly.

http://www.mothernature.com/Library/Bookshelf/Books/47/119.cfm

- Plus being a smoker makes it all the worse.

http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/SleepApnea/SleepApnea_Treatments.html

"OUR HOLY FATHER" 'is' - (in control)

Don <*))><

skooter942000

02-13-2007, 08:20 PM

- Oh and get a good pillow.
- i did.

- It also helps a little.

http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/1999/june9/apnea-69.html

abiyah

02-13-2007, 08:52 PM

Skooter WROTE:
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QUOTE: " .... He still never feels refreshed after sleep. " END
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Nor do I. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gifVery nice post Skooter, and very helpful too. God Bless your heart.

Abiyah

yaqakallah

02-14-2007, 06:04 AM

Oh Terri, this just breaks my heart. Skooter gave you some good advice. Here's another, along with the spray he mentioned also try the breathe right strips. And, if your father refuses the mask and is not sleeping I would tell his DR to sedate him so he will wear the mask and give him a good sleeping pill or shot so he will sleep and not be able to remove the mask. His not sleeping is weakening his whole body and this is not good. It's time to take drastic action and order those Dr's and nurses to do this. Sometimes you got to be firm with them. While he is in their care they are responsible for his health. You tell them sister that if they don't see to it that your father wears his mask, and he is not sleeping for at least 8 hours and that his condition has deteriorated due to there error and has weakened your father that they will be responsible for his death and you will do everything in your power to see to it that they and the hospital are exposed for their malpractice. If they don't do this then you take him out of there and put him into another hospital.

Hold tight sister. God is watching over both of you. I will continue to send prayers for you both.

terluvire

02-14-2007, 01:57 PM

Thank you Skooter for the advice. Shame it isn't so simple with him now. He's beyond the point of using those items. I'm sure though when he is in a better mental state, it will help.

Kim, Yes, we have been telling the nurses and doctors that he has to use the cpap mask, that they should restraint him if they have to. For whatever reason they weren't. At least he finally slept the night before last. I have to call and see if he slept last night. With his sleep deprivation though, it's hard to explain to him that he needs the mask. He doesn't even know what they are doing when they try to put it on him, so he fights it. His confusion is bad. This is why they have to force him to use and not allow him to decide. He's not in any shape to make that decision.

Although he slept the night before, his mind wasn't doing any better. We went out to see him and he is in a bad state mentally. He is hallucinating, confused, not lucid...ect. He was trying to eat his tissues and his blanket. Apparently severe sleep deprivation can cause a type of psychosis. I have no idea if his mind is going to get any better. The doctors and nurses have allowed it to go on for far too long. We were demanding that they use whatever means neccessary for him to use the mask, but they haven't. Now we don't know if he'll be mentally normal again.

Today they might be moving him to a rehab facility. His insurance won't pay for his hospital stay any longer.

Please pray for mental clarity for my father. It was very difficult seeing him like that. I know he has gotten worse mentally. The last time I saw him after some sleep which was about 4-5 days again, he was very very lucid. When he slept a full night this last time though, this was not the case. Something changed. We need help. God knows exactly what is going on and I pray that God gives these new doctors the wisdom to help him. At the same time, we will do all we can to get through to these doctors.

david_munson

02-14-2007, 03:17 PM

Terl,
in all that we go through ,God's hand is there to comfort and strengthen.
When it is hardest to see the ones we love suffer and we feel helpless to do anything,
He is there.

I pray that the Lord gives you comfort through this situation so that your family can see Christ in you as you trust Him to do His will.

Let His peace fill you to over flowing.
He will never leave you nor forsake you.
Don't allow your eyes to dictate to your faith.
Expect good things from the hand of the Lord even if they do not appear to be good on the surface.ROMANS 8:28.He is faithful.

Agape'
Dave
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terluvire

02-14-2007, 03:30 PM

David,

Thank you for that post.

The one thing that has been keeping me calm through all of this is my faith in Christ. If it weren't for that, I don't know how I would get through this. Every time I start to worry, my mind goes instantly to God. He has helped me tremendously. I couldn't imagine going through this without him.

Granted, at times I have my moments of worry. But overall, there is a sense of peace which I know comes from Christ.

God bless,
Ter

david_munson

02-14-2007, 04:03 PM

Terl,
I am really glad to hear that.
That the Lord is faithful to you in this time of need and that His hand comforts you.

I don't know how or if this will be of any help but on the Greater Grace World Outreach thread I documented the events that led to my mother going to be with the Lord.
The time we spent with her in her last days.

I'm not suggesting that you are going to loose your dad.I just think that in the posts I made ,you might see the hand of the Lord as He comforted me through the whole process and find solice in that.
It is under "urgent prayer".
http://www.factnet.org/discus/messages/3/12224.html?1131249955

Psalm 136 His mercy endures forever.

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terluvire

02-14-2007, 04:41 PM

HI David, again thank you.

I read the thread. I can fully understand you wanting the Lord to take your mom quickly so that she would not have to suffer so much. I've prayed the same thing in the past when we thought our father's breathing would only worsen. I didn't want to see him suffer. I knew if he passed on, he would be with the Father and would be at peace.

The sleep apnea in itself won't kill him if it's treated properly, it's the lack of care that will do him in. I know God sees all of this and will see us and my father through this, and at the same time we will do all we can to make sure he is taken care of properly.

On a good note, he had the nurse call me alittle while ago. This is a good sign, for he wasn't lucid enough to resquest this the other day. I thank God that he slept last night, with the mask on. He still is a bit confused, but no so much that he couldn't hold a conversation. As long as he wears the mask to sleep, he will keep improving day by day. The doctors have to, one way or another, inforce my dad to wear the mask. Otherwise this vicious cycle starts all over again. His body cannot keep going without sleep. My dad still isn't rational enough to realize all of this. They can't reasonably except him to make a coherent decision concerning this.

I pray God puts it in the hearts of the doctors that this is serious and the decision has to be made by them, for him to wear the mask. Once he's extremely alert and fully coherent and lucid, he will understand all of this and will do what he needs to do to sleep.

We do serve a merciful God. I know he is with us and he will see us through this.

God bless,
Ter

(Message edited by terluvire on February 14, 2007)

terluvire

02-17-2007, 03:53 PM

Hello Everyone,

My dad went to a rehab center yesterday and seemed to be doing ok except for his anxiety. At least last night he slept. I was out with all night keeping an eye on him.

I came home this morning and a short while later, the rehab center called and said he was rushed out to the hospital. They now have him on a ventilator, but at least they got his vitals stable. From what I understand, he has an extremely high fever for some kind of infection. They are trying to figure out where the infection is located.

Please, again I ask for all of you to keep him in prayer.

Thanks and God bless,
Ter

terluvire

02-17-2007, 10:31 PM

Hi All,

My dad is in a coma. Apparently his infection spread to his bloodstream and his blood is septic. His body was so weakened by lack of sleep and stress from panic caused by the apnea, that he wasn't doing well with the coughing after his surgery.

Right now, he is being kept alive by a ventilator and meds to keep his blood pressure up high enough. At least he has no brain damage, for he went for a period of time of recieving very low levels of oxygen into his bloodstream.

Please keep him in prayer and also, please pray for me. Right now I have alot of anger at how they handled his apnea and sleep deprivation. They were not diligent with him keeping his bi-pap mask on him and would allow him to take it off, though he didn't realize what he was doing. The lack of sleep and the panic are the root cause of what he is going through now.

Thanks for being there, even if it was just for me to lighten my load. It has helped to be able to discuss it with all of you. I didn't feel so alone going through this even though I know God is with me, but I'm sure you know what I mean.

At least now, he is having no panic and his mind is calm. His distress tore at my heart more than anything else.

God bless,
Ter

terluvire

02-18-2007, 02:02 AM

Hi Everyone,

I just got back and I heading out in a few minutes. My dad is not doing well at all. He suffered a heart attack and a stroke. They said he isn't doing well and will reasses him in about 2 days and see what the next step is. I am asking that me and my sister don't have to make the decision to pull the plug. I pray that it is God's will whether he makes it or not, that if he's not going to make it, for God to just take him home.

God bless,

Terri

franklin

02-18-2007, 02:56 PM

I went through the same distress over a year ago with my mother. My prayers are with you and your father.

david_munson

02-18-2007, 02:59 PM

Let the peace of God fill your heart and keep you in this hour.
Even in darkness there is light.

Dave

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skooter942000

02-18-2007, 07:41 PM

- There are MANY KINDS - [OF HEALINGS].

Be strong Terri ,

(WE all look forward to being with OUR HEAVENLY FATHER),
- when "HE says" , - ("IT_ IS_ TIME").

When my mother PASSED , (In my ARMS),
I knew .....(it was the LORD'S WILL).

She was pretty ill , (For many years).

I tried to resusitate her, until the paramedics
came, (But it was not meant to be).

= cardiac arrest.

- I know CPR, (and i saw her slipping away).

- Luckly i was HOME to be by her side,
- when this came to pass.

HANG IN THERE http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/sad.gif

terluvire

02-19-2007, 12:05 AM

Thanks Everyone for every single prayer!

Skooter, Yes, I know my dad will be fine either way, whether he stays with us or goes home. His mom and sister would be waiting for him and he would be happy to be back with them. But more importantly, he would be happy to be with the Lord. It's us who are still here that want out loved ones to stay. I know it's a bit selfish for we would miss him, but I do know I would see him again.

At least I have some good news, my dad opened his eyes this morning!! He nods his head yes and no, he squeezes our hand, he opens his eyes fairly often and he knows when we are there.

We're not out of the woods yet. His blood pressure is still mostly maintained by meds, but at least now, some of it is coming from him. His infection is still raging though.

Through all of this, we have been strong for my dad. Today we kept telling him how good he was doing and we were smiling at him, trying our best to bring comfort to him. I also kept telling him that he will be coming home. In my mind, I do believe this for he is either going to come home with us or come home to the Lord.

I would like to add, all last night and this morning I was praying that if it be God's will, to take him home so that we dont' have to decide, or for God to show us any kind of sign of improvement. I kept telling God that we needed his help in this for it was too hard of a decision to make. We needed for him to tell us what to do. I was afraid of making the wrong choice too soon.

I was overjoyed when I got back to the hospital and they told us he was trying to open his eyes. As soon as we went to him and said "dad", he eyes popped open.

Whatever happens, I am glad he was able to see us today. At this moment, I have much peace in my heart.

God bless,
Ter

terluvire

02-19-2007, 12:13 AM

Hi Skooter,

I wanted to add a thank you for sharing your story about your mom. I know how hard it must have been.

We do know where our loved ones are when they pass on. If anything, they are more alive with the Lord than they ever were in the flesh. I find great comfort in knowing that as a fact. We do serve a loving and merciful Father.

God bless,
Terri

terluvire

02-19-2007, 12:15 AM

Franklin,

I'm sorry to hear about your mother. Yes it is hard for we don't want to see them suffer and we miss them. But God is good, merciful, loving, and he is our comforter.

God bless
Terri

smyrna

02-19-2007, 02:18 AM

Ter,

My prayers are for you and your family. It is a very difficult time, I've been through it, but we have the victory, we have His promise.

xman3

02-19-2007, 11:12 AM

Terluvire,

My prayers are also with you and your family. I pray that the peace of God will guard your HEART and your MIND. I have just gone through this situation in my family and we had to make those hard decisions. There is no easy solution and words are inadequate to express the care and concern we have for you at this time. I believe God is with you in this situation and will give you the wisdom and strength to deal with whatever comes your way. Take comfort in the fact many friends and family members, not to mention the Lord himself are standing with you and are there to help in any way.

terluvire

02-19-2007, 01:52 PM

Smyrna and Xman,

Thank you for those heartfelt words!

Hi Everyone,

Last night we were out to see and my dad and to our surprise he is off the meds to regulate and maintain his blood pressure. He is doing it on his own! His eyes were open and they appeared to more alert than earlier in the day.

Our biggest concern is the infection he has. They have him on strong antibiotics. But I do feel that he has a better chance now at beating this infection for he is alert and his body is doing better overall.

Last night I asked him if he wanted me to anoint him and pray over him and he nodded his head yes, so I anointed him and prayed.

We are taking every day one by one. I know he is in God's hands and at this time we are cherishing every moment we have with him. My heart has much peace.

God bless,
Ter

godchild

02-19-2007, 02:23 PM

terri, Time has been set aside each day to pray for you and your father. Just want you to know that in hopes you might receive comfort from it.

I didn't want to say anything before, but hopefully now he is past the worst. My Dad had an adverse reaction to the injections they were giving him after his surgery (hallucenations and a lot of trouble breathing). It sounds like your Dad's situation. Thank God he is past that. All any of us has is today, but it is good, because the Lord is in it.
God bless you,
Vivian

My good friend Edie (85) is also in hospital at this time. She has kidney failure and horrible swelling in her legs from blood clots. She's such a sweet little thing; please pray for her. She also had a recent pacemaker replacement.

david_munson

02-19-2007, 03:47 PM

I think we should rename this thread the "Unity in the Spirit" thread.

Has any one noticed that even when doctrinal differences divide, true believers (believers in Christ) unite in prayer regardless of those differences?
That the wellbeing and welfare of others overcomes differences when the need is greatest?

This is one test of true believers.
Laying down that which divides so that we can come to the father as the body of Christ in oneness on behalf of another in need.

This must really be pleasing to the Lord.
It shows Love.
Agape Love.

Bless each of you who pray for one another when it is needed.
Bless each of you who drops their differences because of some one in need.
That to me reveals the Spirit of the Lord within His body.
Someones need is more important than any doctrinal disagreement.
You have shown the true heart of God.

LOVE

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abiyah

02-21-2007, 03:10 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gifGood Morning ALL:

And Peace & Grace be upon the brothers and sisters that gather here FROM our Lord Jesus The Christ.

Terluvire has asked if I would post an update for her with regard to her father. Her Dad had some real trouble early last evening, ..... while he slept, he had great difficulty breathing and had to be revived or rather resuscitated, and they were successful in doing that. His breathing was apparently blocked by large amounts of mucous due to his infection, as the physicians have reassured Terri and her family that their Dad's lungs and heart are fine, and these are not the problem here. However, since last nights incident they did need to intubate him. I know that you all have been praying for him, indeed this man has been through an awful lot in such a short time, but he is certainly a fighter, for each obstacle that he has overcome he comes out really good natured and with a positive attitude, even joking around. " ) Terri is asking that you all would please 'continue' to pray for him, and she thanks you all ever so much. And so do I. : ) May The LORD God's Will be done in ALL things.

May God Bless all those who bless Him

Abiyah


http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/sad.gifSKOOTER, Peace be upon you. Indeed my heart is moved by your post with regard to your beloved mother. I can not even begin to tell you how a story such as that just touches my heart and I am moved with emotion.

May The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob Bless your heart always, and May His Spirit 'continue' to lead, guide, and direct you, so that you brother may 'continue' to be a blessing to others for Christ's Name Sake. And how happy your Mom's heart will be to see what a fine servant of The Lord you have become.

(Message edited by abiyah on February 21, 2007)

terluvire

02-24-2007, 10:27 PM

Hi Everyone,

My dad is doing much much better. He's still on the ventilator, but since what happened last time......I'm glad.

He is one tough cookie. He had no idea he flat lined! He thought he had only taken a nap..lol

He is having the trach done on Monday. This way they can suction out the mucus more effectively before he is taken off the ventilator. Then he will go to a rehab center which I'm sure he will be there for quite awhile. Overall, his spirits are doing real well. He's even trying to flirt with the nurses even though he can't talk or barely move. He gives them HUGE smiles..lol

He's a sweetheart.

So please keep him in prayer concerning the trach and also that they get his mucus situation under control.

Thanks again for all the prayers. I can't express how much they have meant to me and my family.

God is certainly good.

God bless,
Ter

(Message edited by terluvire on February 24, 2007)

franklin

02-24-2007, 11:11 PM

That is good to hear. God is good! My prayers are for continual recovery and healing! http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

xman3

02-24-2007, 11:29 PM

Glad to hear some good news terluvire. Sounds like you're holding up well through all of this, and that, I'm sure helps your dad too. Keep yourself rested and refreshed during this time also. God bless you and your dad.

xman

terluvire

02-27-2007, 12:12 AM

Hi everyone,

Well, today they were suppose to do the trach, but they weren't able to fit him in. Other surgeries took too much time, so he is rescheduled for tomorrow at 2pm.

He is doing pretty good and his spirits are up. His attitude has helped us alot. He really is a trooper. Faith in God calms the heart.

Thanks again for the prayers!

God bless,
Ter

terluvire

02-28-2007, 09:13 PM

HI All,

The trach went well. My dad is doing pretty good except he's a bit frustrated for he can't speak yet. Overall though, I can't complain, God has been so good to us.

They are going to be weaning him off the ventilator for he's doing most of the breathing on his own. While they attempt this, I do sincerely ask for your prayers. Last time they took him off the ventilator, he had so much mucus that it blocked his airway. That is when he coded and they had to resussitate (sp?) him. So I'm a bit nervous about him coming off the vetilator.

Please pray that he does well and that the mucus is much better than before. They say it is, so that's a good thing. At least with the trach, they are able to handle any complications much much easier and quicker.

On a good note, they are going to be moving him to a really good rehab facility, much better than the one before. I am so happy for I have been praying for this. Thank goodness it went through with his health insurance.

God has really been watching over my dad. There is no way I would have gotten through this without our Father. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

Again I ask for all of your prayers.

God bless,
Ter

abiyah

02-28-2007, 09:34 PM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gifGood Day To You Terluvire !

Mercy continue to be upon you and your Dad, and may His peace & love be multiplied unto you both.

This is wonderful news ! " ) And I'm just so happy to hear all this and very Thankful to our Heavenly Father and His Precious Son, Jesus The Christ for all the wonderful blessings He has given unto your Dad, as well as you, and your family.

Indeed I will 'continue' to send up prayers for you Dad. : ) Sounds as though all is going to be real, real well soon enough... one day at a time.

Agape,

Abiyah

terluvire

03-08-2007, 11:02 PM

HI All,

Again, I cannot express how thankful I am for all of your prayers. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!

My dad is doing a bit better. He is now at a critical care unit for rehabilitation. So far, they have him off the ventilator and they are able to suction the mucus out through his trach.

He stood today and took 4 steps!! This is a huge improvement for the past month he hasn't been out of his bed. He is using his arms again also, though his arms need lots of work. He will be in rehab for awhile. I am thankful for every little improvement he makes.

The one thing I'm a bit worried about is his cognitive ability. He gets confused easily and his short term memory has been compromised due to the stroke and lack of oxygen when he coded. I do pray this improves over time. He use to love to study the bible and to play video games. I pray he is still able to do these things. Though he lives with me, he always prided himself on being independent. I pray that hasn't changed . I pray that God helps him to regain his cognitive skills fully.

Thanks again for all of your prayers. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif

ezekiel_37

03-08-2007, 11:42 PM

Hi there friends.

I second that prayer Terluvire!

Peace to you and your family.

Peace in Christ
c

david_munson

03-09-2007, 01:26 PM

Hey Terl,
sounds good so far.
Glad to hear of such improvement with your dad.
I too will trust the Lord for your dad's continued recovery.
I will trust Him to build you up and keep you strong as well and that his presence with you would be your delight.
Psalms 27:4 One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.

Bless you.

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smyrna

03-09-2007, 02:24 PM

I'm happy to hear your dad is doing better, Ter. I'm sure you are spending as much time as you can with him. Let him know we are all praying for him.

terluvire

04-06-2007, 01:54 AM

Hello Everyone,

Smyrna, I always tell him everyone is praying for him. It puts a big smile on his face!

Today, for the first time in 3 months, I actually saw him walk!! I was so proud of him. Though it was hard, he did it!

He is at a place now that focuses on total rehabilitation. He has physical therapy 3 hours a day. The place he is at is wonderful! His doctor is also just great. He's very meticulous and thorough. He said he won't move too quickly regarding my dad's treatment. He will double check everything before he moves ahead.

I am so thankful for his doctor. My dad started eating orally last week at the other place. This new doctor thought it was a bit soon, so he ran some tests. He discovered that my dad had been aspirating his food. So now my dad is back fully on the feeding tube. But that's ok. I'd rather have that than him aspirating on his food.

Overall, he is doing really well. The one ability which will take longer for him to regain is his swallowing ability. From what I understand that is normal. I told my dad to be patient and to keep up with his speech therapy exercises.

Through all of this, my dad has been a trooper. All the medical professionals comment on how great his attitude is. The nurses tell him he's a sweetheart. Now that makes him smile immensely! http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/happy.gif He just loves his nurses..lol

Thanks again for all the prayers. God has certainly blessed us.

Ter

smyrna

04-06-2007, 02:36 AM

Excellent news, Ter!

I can tell he's got a great sense of humor, you know, the signs!

I'll continue to pray for him, that he continues to improve. Tell me what he likes to read, and I'll be happy to send him something! Just contact me by email.

terluvire

04-06-2007, 03:07 AM

Smyrna, at first I didn't get "the signs" lol Yeah, he has a great sense of humor. He had my sister and niece laughing hysterically yesterday..lol He's a trip!

I certainly will send you an email. Did you get my new email address? I want to make sure you know it's me when I send it.

smyrna

04-06-2007, 03:32 AM

Yeah Ter, I have it.

Hey, check out the Passover or Easter thread.
Dodge is really flipped out. I think we really will have a marriage in '07!!!!

Godchild and Dodge!

They are tailor made for each other! What a way for Godchild to celebrate her 5000th post at FN!. By finding her soul mate detractor right here on the SC threads!

Hey, where has Angie and Abiyah been? I know they went to PO, haven't they recovered yet! lol!

terluvire

04-06-2007, 03:38 AM

I've been reading that thread. You did good finding his material source. I never thought to check. I just thought it was from his own warped mind.LOL

godchild and Dodge......ahhhhh a match made in_______ well, not really heaven, but you get the idea..lol

I think Abiyah and Angie are resting up from their trip...lol I'm sure you will be hearing from them soon. I'm hoping they check out godchild's new thread soon..lol

smyrna

04-06-2007, 03:46 AM

Yeah, I thought so, about our two missing sisters.

Yeah this Godchild/Dodge match looks better as I think about it. Maybe we can hep get them together.

Could this be an idea we need to talk about on the SC Detractors: A New Approach thread?

I think we have a pair of breeders!

Breeding Detractors For Fun And Profit

Naw, won't work. It's too close to breeding venomous snakes. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/rofl.gif

terluvire

04-06-2007, 03:48 AM

http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/rofl.gif

LOL Stop it!! You're killing me here with laughter..lolololololol

Funny!!!

terluvire

04-06-2007, 03:50 AM

Boy, I wish my dad were here to read this. lol

smyrna

04-06-2007, 04:20 AM

Can you imagine the mating sequence?

Have you ever heard cats in the backyard?

What would two Hyenas sound like?

It would have to be very similar. http://www.factnet.org/discus/clipart/wink.gif

Would she lay eggs?

Would Godchild line her nest with old SC newsletters? Maybe save some to paper train the little worm?

How about education?

Astronaut School?

Or Entertainment:

Liar's poker?

Food?

Fake crabmeat? Fake Bacon? Anything artificial would work I guess.

Get the meaning? I'm sure you do!

terluvire

04-06-2007, 04:29 AM

LOL!!!!!!! How do you come up with this stuff? It is so funny!!!

You gotta be laughing your head off as you're typing...lol

smyrna

04-06-2007, 05:11 AM

It's a gift. I've always been a smarta$$.

You just have to laugh at some of this stuff. The journey of the soul doesn't have to be always dull, miserable and arduous. God certainly has a sense of humor!

I'm having my regrets, because the first incarnation of my website had the front page graced with a picture of the Three Stooges,( and the theme music) and I likened Matt Slick of CARMorg. Bill Alnor of Cultlink, and I don't remember if I even had a third, other than Margie Plumber, whose webiste myslef and watchman were instrumental in shutting down.

(Godchild thought her name was Ann, but hey, she thought Abiyah's name was Linda,too, lol!) who I originally designed the site after, using the same graphics to mirror her site, as well as a very similar URL.

It worked, too. She was so p'd off, she said she was going to sue me for copyright infringement!

She really was as silly as Godchild! (I know Godchild would say I threatened to suggest to the SC they look into suing because of the "grove worshiping" accusation, but that is a poor comparison)because I simply used the templates all Homestead.com site builders have at their disposal.

In other words, she did not own a copyright on Homestead property!

Anyway, the original site was full of stuff poking fun at that crop of detractors. Believe it or not, I actually listened to other detractors, who told me sarcastic humor was not the "Christian" way to go.

I think I'm going back to the humor!

And now,thanks to the CBers, I have so much material it is hard to figure out how to use it all!

terluvire

04-26-2007, 11:13 PM

HI Everyone,

I can't believe it, but my dad is coming home tomorrow!!!

He is doing amazingly better!! He is walking, talking, and becoming more independent every day. AND his thinking process, such as memory and cognitive thinking is completely back to normal!!

This has been an amazing journey I and my family have been through. Watching God fix things which were out of our control was just awesome!! Watching God bring my dad back after we thought he was gone, was completely amazing!! Watching some urgent prayers being answered, almost immediately, was truly something to behold!!! And seeing my dad improve to the point that he is better than before all of this started is inspiring!!!

All the praise and glory goes to our Father, Lord and Savior, Jesus The Christ!!!

Thank you all again for the many many prayers!! I truly thank all of you from the bottom of my heart.