I would like to make a special mention of one such expression that truly touched our hearts. Lori and John have been using Lori’s car in Pensacola because John was having problems with his car prior to Bella’s birth. Actually, on the day of Bella's birth, we were just thankful that it got them to the hospital in Andalusia. Last week, Lori’s car started acting up as well. The total estimated cost of repairs was about $700.00!!!! It required a trip to the motor repair shop, as well as a trip to Muffler Masters and Brakes located at 2020 N 9th Ave, not far from the hospital. Since the job was going to take a while, John dropped the car off and was taken back to the RMH by the owner’s wife. When Ricky and I went for our visit last weekend, we took John to pick up the car and was surprised to learn that the owner, Mr. John Armentrout had reduced the price of his labor by a considerable amount, saving us approximately $175.00!!! Mr. Armentrout simply stated that he knew what we were going through. This heartfelt expression of love by a total stranger truly and deeply touched our hearts to the core. We will forever be thankful. Even though we know such expressions of love are not done to bring attention to one's self, somehow a thank you card just did’t seem to be enough.
Thank God the updates from Bella haven’t been much different this week. She has continued to gain weight and as of Saturday night was up to 2 pounds 14.9 ounces!! That means the Bella has approximately one more ounce to gain and she will weigh THREE WHOLE POUNDS!! Her Doctor was pleased with her latest heart echo cardiogram. She still has a murmur, but her little body is handling it good so far. Her heart is still improving so the big news is no heart surgery, at least for now. If surgery is required, the older/bigger she is, the better it will be on her. From what I understand, the simpler the procedure will be as well. As for now, they will continue to monitor it and only one more echo is scheduled before she goes home. That sounds like good news to me!!!!!
For those of you who ordered Ronald McDonald T-Shirts, they have been delivered to RMH and we should be ready to pass your orders out soon. The RMH continues to be full. As of yesterday, no one was on the waiting list. Lori and John’s 30 day stay is about up so they will learn Sunday if they are able to remain here or if they will have to leave. They will only have to leave if there are people on the waiting list to stay. It saddens me to know that there is such a need for a place like this but it also thrills me to know that such a wonderful place exists. Thank you for your continued prayers and support. All of you make our lives full and more meaningful.
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. ~ Ephesians 2:10
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Pictures are coming soon! Nana promises!
2 comments:
Looking foward to seeing pictures of Nana getting to hold Bella! The 3 pound mark will be such a celebration on so many levels! Sending up prayers of thanksgiving and prayers for continued wellness and growth. May God bless all of you, and thank you soo much for sharing your story with us. <3
She is so pretty! I can't wait to see her in person. She is quite the little fighter but Thank God for that!
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