Daddy's thoughts today

Just some thoughts today. While the big excitement is over for now and we seem to be settling in at home, thankfully altogether again, it has been dawning on me that we have just begun this great adventure. One phone call already to the cardiologist about Bekah's incision to make sure all is ok. Now watching her every move to make sure things are normal and debating when things are not normal. Wondering what warrants a call to the cardiologist and what doesn't. This is very different for us, and we are learning along the way that is for sure.

We so appreciate the prayers and support for our family. I thought I would mention a few more prayer requests that are on my mind as we settle into our new lives with this Little Lady. We certainly hope you will come along with us on this adventure and continue to pray and give your support to our family as we walk this road with Rebekah Grace.

1)Pray that Rebekah will continue to grow at the rate the doctors are targeting (about an ounce each day).

2)Pray that we can control her reflux so that it won't be a stumbling block to her growth

3)Pray that her heart will continue to be strong as it works double time right now.

4)Pray for preparations for her next surgery (funds to stay at MUSC, doctors, child care for the boys at home)

5)Pray that we can get both of the older boys in the same school to make the schedule easier.

6)Pray that the Lord will provide employment for me soon. I am still unemployed and the needs here are many.

7)Pray for strength for Nancy as she will be taking on more of the house and Rebekah's care when I return to work. (We are both short on sleep....)

8)Pray for the boys as Mom and Dad's time is stretched at the moment with taking care of Rebekah.

9)Again, as we have prayed from the beginning, pray that the Lord would be seen through our family, that we may be able to help someone else. I think most of all we want to be used by the Lord for His glory.

While we are so thankful for the prayers and support, and our wonderful doctors and nurses, we must give all praise to the Lord for He has brought us this far. No amount of skill or knowledge replaces the gracious hand of our Lord and Savior.

I guess that sums up what was on my mind today.

D