Grace spent most of the time without the ventilator today. They are still giving her the ventilator at night in order to allow her lungs a rest. The doctors did her trach change last night and it without complications. Her storming has been well controlled with medicine and her blood pressure seems to be falling in line also.
In the previous post we had mentioned that Grace would be moving to the Rehabilitation floor on Monday, this is still a definite possibility, but could change due to her needed time on the ventilator at night.
A culture showed some bacteria in Grace's lungs. The complete culture will be done tomorrow and we will receive more conclusive results then. Her chest x-rays look just fine so the doctors are hesitant to give her antibiotics until they see the culture.
Dad got to spend a lot of time with Grace today. He had time to read a book on intercessory prayer and was greatly encouraged. He mentioned that Grace, "looks cute of course". She is definitely a daddy's girl :)
Dad also mentioned that work was going well. His company has graciously decided to pay him for his extended absence during this difficult time. The company is also giving Dad extreme flexibility with taking time off to be with Grace.
God continues to provide for the family financially. They are continuing to believe that God will provide their full deductible for their insurance. Amazingly, there insurance policy does NOT have a limit on the maximum amount of benefits the insurance will pay for which is incredible!
The family requested prayer for balance. They are being pulled in so many different directions and all the directions are equally important. They were encouraged by a friend who mentioned to them today that, "this to shall pass" and that at this point Dad and Mom needed to "divide their time and conquer".
This whole incident with Grace has effected so many people in countless ways. Dad was mentioning that Grace's testimony thus far has been a contributing factor in moving people closer to a salvation decision. Praise God!
The family is SO thankful for your support and encouragement. Dad mentioned today that he prays that "God blesses all the people that have blessed them".
Please keep up the comments on the blog - feel free to comment as often as you have time. The family receives encouragement from the frequency and the number of posts. The family needs to know that we are still standing in faith and fighting for Grace with them three weeks later and beyond!
Please pray for:
- Grace's transition to the Rehabilitation floor
- Grace's lungs - (culture shows no infection)
- Storming to cease
- Balance for the family (marriage, work, hospital and the boys)
- Financial provision (If you are interested in helping in this way please e-mail info@gracegoodday.com for more info.)
- Child - like faith for Dad and Mom, as well as, all those people that are supporting them in this journey
4 comments:
Lord, Your very resurrection proves to us that our faith is not in vain. You hold the power of life and death in Your hand, so we know that You are able to take care of Grace, Mom, Dad and the boys.
We thank You for providing the perfect insurance plan for this family. This didn't come as a surprise to You; I'm sure You've been putting details into place a long time before Grace was even born.
We pray that You would give Mom and Dad wisdom on how they should divide their time. You have provided a way for them; You are the way. We pray that You would sprinkle their days with moments of rest, peace and joy.
We pray also that Your work and the work of the church would shout a testimony for all around. Set Your light on a hill so that all may see.
Sing a new song to this family today. Let them hear the love song You sing over them every day that they may know that they are not alone and have never been alone.
We pray for the test results from this culture that needs to be done. We pray that the results would be accurate and negative. We ask this in Jesus' most powerful name. Make a place for Grace that is perfect for her--one which will allow her to heal in the environment that You know she needs the most.
Thank You for the good times You have planned in advance for this family. Show them a glimpse of that today.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Elisabeth
I agree with Elizabeth's prayer this Resurrection Sunday morning! It is so obvious- the hand of the Lord on your family!!
We too stand in agreement with Elisabeth's prayer over your family. Please know we are thinking of each of you and praying for you daily even though we haven't posted much. I check the blog every morning and pray over the prayer points. Mom and Dad, we continue to stand in faith with you for Grace's full and complete recovery! I pray also that you would find balance and peace amidst the storm. Thank you Lord for your faithfulness and that You never leave us or forsake us! You are the Great I Am! With You all things are possible! Hallelujah!
The Covert Family
We're continuing to pray for you all over here! Lois Soldan from Faith wanted me to specifically let you know she is praying frequently for you also. :) Many are asking for updates and praying.
I know we haven't seen you guys in forever, but please know that we care very much and are praying for Grace's full recovery!
~Jessica
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