Prayers Needed!!!

[kimrb266]

Sarah was sick when she was born and we didn't know if she would make it through. We went from Dr to Dr with none of them knowing what was wrong with her and wouldn't admit her into the hospital to find out. It wasn't until we finally went to a Gene Dr (Genetetist)sp where the Dr observed Sarah asperating during her feeding. Sarah was now immediately admitted into CHOC in Orange and after 9 LONG days (mind you, Sarah was only 2 mos old) they found the multitude of problems she had.
 
During our stay at CHOC, we saw MANY children with no hair, masks on and wheelchair bound. The nurses told me that most of these kids come and go from the hospital and they know when they won't be going home again. This was very emotional for me. I told the nurse that "we are lucky with what we have and that it can always be worst" and she agreed.
 
Sarah has since outgrown most of her ailments and she will leave a normal life.
 
I've read in the Bible that GOD doesn't give you more than you can handle. The challenges you are given will make you stronger. I think of this everyday. We were given twins, Sarah's illness, Josh's Diabetes and now Matt's asthma.
 
I'm glad Brett is doing better and will continue to keep him/you in our prayers.

[Chez Way]

Roberta,

Brett sounds like he is a real fighter!  Thank you for sharing your story--you are an amazing mom.  
 
We are continuing to send our thoughts and prayers to all of you.

[TheViking]

Viking, can you forward this to the other forum for us???
Thanks
R

Done!
 
 
Thanks for keeping us posted Roberta. I sent him my e-mail address so tell him to hit me up anytime.

[pop-up possee]

My family and I are fairly new to the pop up club.  I wanted to let you know that I will keep you and your son in my prayers.  God will give you both the stength you need to get through this and the peace only He can give in times of difficulty and change.  Take care.

[PopUpMomma]

Hi all,
things are going good at home.  Brett came home 12/27.  Wow, what an adjustment.  It was so nice to have him home.  I have become an instant caretaker.  They don't give too much training....just see you and good luck.  Insurance is a nightmare....but thank goodness Brett has good insurance!!  The bills that are coming in are unbelievable.... Brett got his back brace off 1/14 and started therapy yesterday, 1/23.  His goal in therapy right now is for him to become independent.  The therapist asked him what would need to happen to send mom back to work.  So, that's their goal, to send me back to work.  As quickly as Brett learns, it won't be too long now.  They will teach him how to do everything on his own.  Including driving.  After I go back to work, then they will concentrate on Brett going back to work.  He is very excited and can't wait to return to work.  SDG&E is holding his job for one year.  Of course he will not be able to do what he was doing before but they will train him to do something else.  He hopes they put him at the yard but he will graciously take whatever they offer him.  His spirits are good and he is ready to rock and roll.....He is regaining some movement in his left leg.  He still has a lot of pain in his legs, but we are working on pain management and going to see an acupuncturist at the end of the month.  He has started laughing at situations....sometimes stuff happens and we just start laughing.  We laugh a lot.  It's great medicine.  The biggest thing right now, is to find clothes that fit him.  Truly humorous.  Can't just take him to the store and have him try clothes on.  But, we will get it right one of these days.  We pick up his custom chair today and that really should make life better for Brett.  I had no idea how much went into buying a chair.  You don't just go to the store and pick it up.  It has taken one month to get it.  We hope it fits properly the first time.  Brett has ventured out on his own a couple of times....because my car is the only car he can get in and out of, I take Brett and his girlfriend and drop them off, then go back to pick them up.  I worry but he does ok.  His girlfriend, Kimmie and his sister, Lindsey have taken on the chore of helping him at night.  It's a blessing.  I can get a good nights sleep, since my days start at 2:30am.  Still have to wake him to use the bathroom and to turn him in bed.  Have to keep turning him so he won't get bed sores.  We have come across a lot of issues with getting Brett into places.  We have found out that a lot of business can't accommodate a wheel chair.  Like getting a hair cut.....BIG DEAL!!  We have found that most people are willing to help Brett with whatever situation comes along but there are still people out there who are not very nice.  It's really sad to see people act as if Brett is a freak.  Parking is a whole other issue...can't find parking anyplace we go.  Can you believe it.  But.....things are going along and we are doing pretty good.  It won't be long he will be back to doing what he does and we will have a "new normal".  thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.  We really feel them.  Hope to see all of you soon!!  Miss you much!

[BootheBunch]

HUGS FOR YOU AND BRETT!

[Dee4j]

Thanks for the update. glad to hear he is making progress. We will continue to pray for him. you mentioned visiting for the potluck, maybe Brett would like a  little outdoor trip if he's up to it.

[darksiders]

keep laughing, it's the best medicine!  God has a plan for Brett, you may not see it now, but it's there. We are praying for your family.
God bless you