I am making this brief update to let everyone know of our upcoming trip. Nicole, Kelsey and I will be heading to Salt Lake City, UT on Thursday Sept 2nd for a visit with a pediatric neurosurgeon who has experience with the type of surgery that has been recommended for Kels.
I stress the word recommended for a couple of reasons. It has been mentioned to me by a couple of people that they had heard we already had a surgery planned for this trip. The only mention of a surgery date was of a pure logistical nature. Since we are traveling from the other side of the country, the doctor wanted to insure, if he needed the time, that he would have her on his calendar in case a surgery is found to be necessary. He never implied or encouraged us to prepare for a surgery upon arrival.
Once we learn more and I actually have something to write about, I will be back up to give all the details. Until then, I ask all of you that frequent this site not only pray for Kelsey this week, but also please pray for a dear freind and his father. The Burdette family is in the midst of a very tough time, as Mr. Burdette is fighting a good fight, but the Lord is preparing him room. I am so humbled by the prayers, kind words and show of support for Kelsey, but there are others in this community who need just as much.
In Christ,
A
Anson, i love your heart. Nicole, saw you in Ehm Mag – so busy, so dedicated! Chris & i are praying. Your family is on my permanent, & yes, praying for Roger’s dad, too.
Father God, let Kelsey receive that healing that Jesus prepared for her when He submitted to the painful striping on His back. Let Anson & Nicole receive of the strength Your Holy Spirit supplies in the mercy of Your grace. Let them receive of Your wisdom to make hard decisions, & financial blessings to meet not only travel & medical needs, but also the day-to-day.
Thank You for Your care of & for this precious family. May they be free of worries over their other children while they see to Kelsey’s care, and may all other family members be understanding of the time & resources it takes.
Thank You for the Name & sacrifice of Jesus, that opens doors of refuge.
By: Brenda Lord on September 3, 2010
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