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Thursday, September 07, 2006

Be strong & courageous and Do not be afraid

Duet. 31:6 says Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid of them! The Lord your God will go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you.

Thank you Joan for e-mailing this verse to Kelly & John today. I'm sure it is exactly what they need to hear right now. I only talked with John for a short time today so I don't have a lot of details. I do know that they have scheduled Max to have a shunt placed around 9am Monday. I think that Kelly & John had a tiring day. You know anytime anyone goes for surgery they have to tell you all of the risks and what their bodies will go through, etc. I'm sure that for Kelly & John the thought of Max having to be put to sleep and going through surgery is terrifying. Please continue to pray for peace and understanding. Please pray that they will "be strong and courageous and not be afraid." And it is not too late to pray for God to clear the aquaducts in Max's brain so that the fluid can drain as it should eliminating the need for a shunt.

Kelly & John got to go to an infant massage class tonight. I'm sure they are ready to be able to implement what they learned!

Mom said that Max nursed well today. They are still nursing every other feeding. The other feedings are through his NG tube so he can save his energy. Please pray that after surgery he will pick right back up where he left off with eating.

Please pray for peace and rest for Kelly & John as well as the rest of the family as we are so very focused on Max. Please pray that we will be the support that Kelly & John need in this time.

We keep praying,
Karie

I added some pictures to the family album to the right.

18 Comments:

At Thu Sep 07, 08:23:00 PM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Philippians 4:6-7, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, wihch surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Jesus Christ."

that is a very encouraging verse to me.

i love the new pictures :) the one of him smiling is my favorite. i put it on my background so i see his precious angel face every time i come into my room, every time i turn my computer off before i go to bed, every time and get up and so many other times. it was good to see yall the other day. i think and pray for you 3 constantly. i love yall and admire the strength you have had during this time. i'm gonna try to come this weekend sometime. give max kisses for me!

 
At Thu Sep 07, 08:29:00 PM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

" 'Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.' "
Jeremiah 33:3

I am so glad, Karie, that you let us know it is not too late to pray for the fluid to still drain. I have wondered if there is still a chance for that to happen. We will pray for that for sure. And we will pray that if that doesn't happen, the shunt will be just what Max needs to see this through. This Mighty little Max can handle that little ol' shunt, we believe that with all our hearts! We will "call to HIM" all weekend long.
our hearts and prayers,
Kevin and Jenni

 
At Fri Sep 08, 12:54:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

One of Granny's many things on her fridge...

God has not promised...

God has not promised skies always blue,
Flower-strewn pathways all our life through;
God has not promised sun without rain,
Joy without sorrow,
Peace without pain.

But God has promised strength for the day,
Rest for the labor.
Light for the way;
Grace for the trials,
Help from above,
Unfailing sympathy,
Undying love.

I love yall.

(I'm up studying, but of course my mind started wondering like usual. i saw that piece of paper from granny's fridge right in front of me on my desk in that frame. it reminded me of yall.i almost feel like if granny were still here that would be what she would post up here for you.)

 
At Fri Sep 08, 04:36:00 AM PDT, Blogger Bryan and Sarah said...

I will praying for the doctors and nurses and all the surgical staff. I will praying for all of you as you wrap your mind around this news. i will also be praying that there is time for his body to drain the fluid properly.

In Him,
Sarah

 
At Fri Sep 08, 05:12:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love and greetings from Lebanon. Many prayers are going up as have been through these several days.
Ezekiel 34:30...Then they will know that I, the Lord their God, are with them..., declares the Sovereign Lord.."
Ps. 91:2...I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
Wrap yourselves in the hugs and warm thoughts coming your way.
In Him,
Teresa

 
At Fri Sep 08, 06:00:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I know this is a scary time for you. Remember, babies are resilient and Max has an army of friends and family praying for him as he goes into surgery. I hope you will think of this as just the next step in getting Max home.I will be praying diligently that the surgery will not be necessary, but if so that it will be successful.

Love,
Aunt Phyllis

 
At Fri Sep 08, 06:28:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Kelly,
The new pictures are wonderful! I'm so glad Dr. Marks has been to see you, I wondered if you would have much contact with him any more. And Max was able to wear a little onesie, I know you're ready to get to put all his sweet little clothes on him. The smiles from all three of you were the best. We are still praying without ceasing. You and John ARE strong and courageous and the Lord IS with you. Every time I look at Caleb and Shelby I think of you and say a prayer. Right now my prayer for you is that you not grow weary. We love you so much and we continue to pray for Max's healing. Last night as Jay was putting Caleb to bed he was very tired and Jay had decided to skip their prayers...he said as he laid him down Caleb sat up and said I want to pray for baby Max...your trial has taught my 2 year old the importance and power of prayer. We love you.

 
At Fri Sep 08, 06:55:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

We will continue to pray that the fluid will drain and the shunt will not be needed. If it is, we will pray for Max to bounce quickly back and continue with the progress he has been making. As always, you all are in our prayers as well...for your continued strength both emotionally and physically.
We love you-
Cousin Robyn & family

 
At Fri Sep 08, 08:12:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Kelly & John,
I know it is so scary to think of your baby having surgery, Braden was 5 weeks when he had to have surgery. It is amazing how strong babies are! We will continue our prayers and trust that God leads Max through this safely.
Love,
Cousin Lana & Family

 
At Fri Sep 08, 08:15:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

It is so wonderful to see new photos of Max. What big beautiful eyes he has. We will pray all weekend that the surgery isn't needed, but that if it is, Max will be strong and come through it even better than before. Max is such a little trooper and we know that he will do well. May you continue to feel the presence of the Lord every minute. In reading the blog, I can tell that you have many family members and friends who will pray without ceasing this weekend.

We love you and are so proud of the parents that you are. As Jenni said earlier, you know more of the fears and joys of parenting than most of us know in a lifetime. Keep up the good work. You are both such an encouragement to us all.

Love and Blessings,
Uncle Bill and Aunt Frances

 
At Fri Sep 08, 08:28:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I will pray that the fluid will drain and that his surgery will go well. Max is such a little fighter already and I know that things will go well. Love to you all.

Cousin Katie

 
At Fri Sep 08, 11:12:00 AM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

If little Max needs this surgery, I know he will come through it and be better than before. Maybe this is what he needs fo get all better. God knows, and he is right there for you.I know this has to be scary for you, but just reach out and feel God's presence.Our whole family is still praying. Love you, Aunt Marilyn

 
At Fri Sep 08, 11:41:00 AM PDT, Blogger Sunny said...

We are still praying for Baby Max. We know that you guys are so anxious about Monday. May God grant you peace. It is so difficult to hear all that the doctors have to say (risks and etc.). Max is in great hands. So many people have been lifting him up in prayer. We will continue to do so.

 
At Fri Sep 08, 12:23:00 PM PDT, Blogger Dallas said...

Kelly and John, I was reading a blog today about a little boy who has a special need. His parents are Christians and remind me a lot of you guys...very happy even in the face of so many trials and totally leaning on God. They had a story posted that I thought you might like to read. I hope you enjoy it! My family and I will be praying for the doctors, you, and Max on Monday. Dallas Henderson
Story:
A friend gave us a short story this week printed on a piece of card stock about what it’s like to have a special needs kid. Essentially, it said it’s like preparing to go on a trip to Italy, learning all about Italy and hearing what Italy is like from all your friends who have been there, packing for Italy and getting on a plane to Italy. Then when you land, you realize the plane has actually landed in Holland…at first you are just surprised to be in Holland because you knew so much about Italy and not Holland, but from the second you step off the plane, Holland is not only incredible but better than Italy…and Holland actually becomes home.

 
At Fri Sep 08, 01:14:00 PM PDT, Blogger carol said...

The pictures of Max are so adorable! And Kelly, like someone said, you are glowing - you look beautiful! I know y'all are going to have an anxious weekend. I hope that knowing that literally thousands of people are praying for baby Max will help comfort you a little. And if the shunt is still needed Monday, like Karie said, thank God it is available to him.

We'll keep praying. God is already doing so much good through this little guy…

Love from Nashville,
Carol and James

 
At Fri Sep 08, 01:31:00 PM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

John and Kelly,
I just got out of an afternoon meeting and checked the blog. I wanted to tell you that my department at the college had a meeting today at noon. I requested prayers for little Max related to his condition and upcoming procedure... a prayer was said. We will continue in our private prayers as well...that if the procedure is needed on Monday-- it will successful.
Love,
Aunt Dana

 
At Fri Sep 08, 04:25:00 PM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

John and Kelly,
The new pictures of Max are so precious! I love seeing him change. I know that surgery sounds scary right now, but at least it can be done and it will help Max. We will continue to pray for you and especially for the doctors and nurses who will be taking care of Max during this procedure. We will also pray for peace for the two of you as you wait for the results. We love you!

 
At Fri Sep 08, 06:49:00 PM PDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Kelly, John, Max, and all your sweet family members--We continue to pray for Max and expand the circle of those we know who will pray for all of you as you go through these days of waiting. There will be blessings from this long and difficult time that will be obvious to you in the future: Max will not remember this--all the needle sticks, tubes, etc.; you will have a very strong bond with him because you have through this with him and, in some ways, for him; your need has helped lots of us examine our priorities, needs vs. wants, and certainly encouraged us to pray more fervently; and through reading this blog daily, even more than once a day, many of us feel a kinship with other Christians we have never met and may never meet. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your lives at this critical time.

The new photos are so sweet--I see both John and Kelly in his little face. Let me prepare you, Kelly, these little boys dig deep into your heart and can wrap you around their little fingers. When we brought Brian home from the hospital, he was still a month premature and weighed 4 lb. 9 oz. but he had a strong hold on our hearts because of what we had been through with him.

We send love from Nashville, Linda and Jerry Schwieger

 

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