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Thank you so much to everyone for your messages, prayers, and encouragement.  The last few days have been very stressful for us, as we’ve waited on the Lord for direction regarding Monica. 

 

After two days on broad spectrum antibiotics, Monica appears to be improving.  Her appetite has returned in full force, she’s back to her peppy self, and she’s much more talkative and interactive.  She hasn’t had another episode since Monday evening, but we’ve been extremely careful in keeping her excitement and exercise level to a minimum.  After the antibiotics have run their course, we will have to bite our lips and “release” her again.  We’ll watch her closely to see if small childhood boo boos (like head bumps) set off episodes again, or if the antibiotics cured whatever was affecting her.  If she does have another attack, we will need to take her to South Africa immediately for scans and blood work.  We are praying that she was experiencing some kind of bacterial or viral infection that has been effectively cut off with the antibiotics.  We are grateful for the Lord’s grace in restoring her health, and we are praying that He has also healed whatever was causing her seizures.

 

We are also praying that she has not been experiencing a tropical disease, most of which leave residual effects and complications.  We will likely have her tested and scanned when we go to South Africa for the delivery of Baby 2, just to ensure that Monica is completely healed.

 

We covet your continued prayers in this matter.  It has been very difficult to calmly think through these things, making wise decisions for the future.  We very much appreciate your support.

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12 Responses to “Improving and praying”

1. November 4th, 2009 at 3:51 pm

   Heather says:

   we will keep praying. So glad to hear that she’s doing better!!!

2. November 4th, 2009 at 4:45 pm

   The Ballam Family says:

   We praise God for the answers to all the prayers – the reminder for all of us is that “in Him we live and move and have our being!” Amen. We are united in prayer to see the Lord glorified and Monica healed.

   With lots of love and hugs, The Ballam Family

3. November 4th, 2009 at 5:59 pm

   Aubrey says:

   Oh Ashley, through tears for you I write this. You are so strong and brave – the Lord is definitely dwelling in your home! God promises many things except that life will be easy. Hang in there – you are such a wonderful mommy! Our whole family will be praying for Monica!

4. November 4th, 2009 at 6:58 pm

   Dianne Schultz says:

   I am glad to hear that Monica is improving- will continue to pray that she is completely healed!

5. November 4th, 2009 at 9:44 pm

   Aunt Lynda says:

   We sing praises to the Lord for healing our Monica. We pray that God grants you peace of mind so you can sleep and rest and continue to grow a healthy baby. Keep us posted. Love from Auntie Lynda

6. November 4th, 2009 at 11:50 pm

   Debbie Henry says:

   Good news and a good plan it sounds. We will continue to pray for you all.

7. November 5th, 2009 at 2:29 am

   mom says:

   I am so thankful honey that there is improvement. We are constantly praying for you guys and our little gal. Lots of love and hugs. Hang in there sweetie you are a good mommy.xoxo

8. November 6th, 2009 at 4:15 am

   Teri Smith says:

   Praise the Lord!! We will keep praying for complete healing.

9. November 7th, 2009 at 12:17 pm

   Lenora says:

   good news……she just needs to visit Eddie….and us in Cape Town……and all will be well. Keep us posted! Love youxxx

10. November 9th, 2009 at 5:29 pm

    Denise Sullivan says:

    Oh Ashley, I just got updated on your blog & I am so sorry you’ve had to go through this. I can only imagine how frightened you must have been & frustrated not knowing what’s wrong. Your family is definitely in our prayers & I’m glad to read that Monica is doing better. with the meds. My little brother had seizures as a baby. Not sure why…they eventually went away but it was scary to experience. We are praying for God’s healing & know He is with you. *hugs*

11. November 11th, 2009 at 3:32 am

    Aunt Leah says:

    Very sorry to hear what has been happening. We are praying for you all. Someone made a good suggestion of chemicals in the new home as a trigger, also have you thought if a new food has been introduced? Or a food that was only occasional before, but frequent now? Congratulations on the new one on the way!

12. November 12th, 2009 at 10:24 am

    Bernice Greyling says:

    Dear Ashley and Timothy

    You and Monica are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord strengthen you and may He guide you. We will continue to pray for you. Love Bernice and Cobus

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