Feeding tube

As some of you already know, the doctor mentioned having to insert feeding tube so Lenora couldn't throw-up the nutrition she so desperately needs. Well, the tube went in today at 1 pm. After lunch a physio-therapist came in and had Lenora walk a bit.
 
Looks like right now its waiting time. Up to this point, every-time the doctor comes in he says the results from the biopsy haven't come in yet. It's not 10 business days since the surgery so I suppose not having results yet is ok.
   Thank you for continuing to pray for Lenora. Her life is in God's hands.


Romans 8:28And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.  

We will keep believing God's promises and He will prove Himself faithful in the end!

Signs of improvement

Yesterday evening Lenora became much more alive then she's been since the surgery. She ate quite a lot of supper without feeling nauseas afterwards. Ice packs on the cut site really seemed to help the swelling go down allowing her to think more normally. She was lightly brushing her hand over her head when she felt the staples. 'What's this?' She asked mom. Mom told her the doctors had done the biopsy we were trying to avoid. She was like 'oh...' And continued running her fingers along the length of the incision. That was the first time she realized she had undergone another surgery.
She always dreads needles and when the nurse came to take a blood sample, Lenora started singing 'Carry me, Lord!' The needle went in on the first try! She seems to really be able to enjoy singing again a of last night! Mom is much happier now too!
Thank you for carrying us on prayer.

...weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning! Psalm 30:5

Sat night

Lenora Is doing ok. She's on some oxygen, She's got headache from the biopsy. Her one eye is almost swollen shut. The headache should leave in a few days as the internal cut site heals. She's not eating much so hopefully that will change soon. Below is a pic of her this evening. Thanks again for praying. We feel unworthy of the support.

Out of surgery

Lenora is out of surgery. She's got a bit of a headache but otherwise she's doing fine. The doctor was able to take enough tissue through the small hole by the shunt so he didn't have to make any large cuts. She's awake enough to talk. Jesus was definitely in the operating room with the surgeon!

Surgery

Lenora went into surgery at 8 this morning. Instead of 1030. Mom was going to see her around 8 but when she got to Lenora's room, Lenora wasn't there. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated as the doctors do what they're good at.

Surgery scheduled

Dad said yesterday before he left winnipeg, Lenora mentioned she saw shapes moving at times. Is her eyesight maybe coming back? I don't know for sure. Hopefully she starts seeing color soon :) Surgery is scheduled for 10:30 AM Friday. Estimated to take roughly 4 hours.
Thank-you for praying. I know we are being carried on prayers.

Surgery/biopsy

The plan is to do surgery on Lenora Friday. Right now she's hallucinating some of the time.

Transferred to Winnipeg

Well, Lenora did fine overnight and during today. She wasn't really in any pain and neither was she nauseous. At 10 minutes to 3 this afternoon she left Grandview in the ambulance on a transfer to Winnipeg. She is allowing the surgeon to do the biopsy on her brain. And as reluctant as we are to have her go through with this there may be a slight chance the biopsy holds keys to her illness. She is in God's hands. Thank you all for praying. I don't know when the surgery will be but quite possibly within the next few days.

Severe headache!

As many of you have already heard, Lenora was in very serious condition around 5 pm. Pastor Ron and his family stopped in at the hospital for a prayer and anointing service and she came down with a severe headache just as we were gathering around to pray. We got her to swallow tylenol but she threw it all up a little later. She then became incoherent. Not recognizing anyone. Moaning and mumbling, as we prayed and cried out to God for mercy and healing. I really don't know what is happening to her. We'll just have to wait and see what develops by morning. We really appreciate your prayers. Dad did say by 10 pm Lenora was able to think clearly again but she doesn't remember anything about an anointing service or that she had visitors for over an hour. I'll try to keep you posted on what happens. Tonight has been emotionally draining for all of us family and close friends. Answers would be great. This while episode was a real surprise although she had a similar one around 2 AM. At that point Mom and Dad brought her to the hospital. At 9 this morning, Mom went to see Lenora again and stayed until 130 afternoon and came back home completely at peace about Lenora's situation. Even when we arrived at 5 she was sitting up eating jello. She looked a little uncomfortable but she recognized us and seemed alright. But about this time the headache came in and dug in deep!
   Back to while she was moaning I recognized she was humming a song or two. One of them I'm pretty sure was "Holy Holy Holy is the Lord God Almighty" the other one I can't remember right now but it was a praise song based out of Revelation as well. I'll post it when I remember it. What a blessing to hear her humming even when she was in so much pain she couldn't think. That's all for now. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you are doing for us, even if all you're doing is interceding for Lenora in prayer. It means more then I can express!

This is Lenora after the pain subsided somewhat.

Headache..

Lenora is back in the hospital since about 230 am. She had a severe headache and kept throwing up. We thought she was fine yesterday. She was eating well but then when she lay down to sleep in the evening the headache came in and hung on. It did ease enough for her to fall asleep by 3.

Not good news

Well, Lenora is still at home, although she's come down with the flu a few days ago. She spent a night in the Grandview hospital to get re-hydrated through IV. She can't keep any food down and is again loosening weight. She is blind. She can see shades of light and dark but that's it. It's really hard to see her this way. Please continue praying for her health. Thank you.

Here's Lenora 2weeks ago with her nephew.
He fell asleep in her arms. That made Lenora happy!!

Benefit Supper

Hi it's me again.

Lenora is happy to be at home. She is resting a lot but especially notices she can cope with boredom now that she is no longer at the hospital. I've noticed a slight change in the numb side of her face. I believe her mouth is beginning to respond a little better. That's good news! The sad thing is she is quite blind. Blind to the point she can see shapes and darker and lighter shades of light with her better eye but no more.. Lenora told Mom today that she didn't have as much pressure in her head as she's had for a long time! This confirms the changes I've been seeing. Praise The Lord!! I have hopes this release of pressure is the beginning of many more improvements!
Alright. On to the other reason for my update. Someone requested I post details about the Benefit supper planned for Sunday May 12. From 5-7pm. @ the Grandview community Hall. That's basically all I know so.. that's all I will tell you. The whole family including Lenora plan to be there!
Have yourself an amazing week and remember, God cares about the details in your life. He is not a distant God like many have painted Him up to be. Rather, He longs to walk hand in hand with you through life. If only you will say yes to Him!


The pic:
Lenora with her nephew.