Monthly Archives: June 2013

Karis and I got home from the hospital an hour before a splendid thunderstorm hit.  She’s doing well.  We’re so grateful that this fall didn’t result in severe injuries.  Thank you for your prayers and love and concern! Carissa also … Continue reading →

I woke up to the crash–Karis flat out on the floor and bleeding from her arm.  Bless her heart, because she knew I was tired, Karis tried to get up by herself without bothering me. We got to the ER … Continue reading →

Thanks to those who prayed about our meeting with renal transplant Thurs.  God answered our prayer about clear guidance.  The answer, at this point anyway, is NO.  Karis will not be a candidate for a kidney transplant. Dr. Shah spent … Continue reading →

So sorry–I forgot to say Happy Birthday to Katherine (last Sunday)!

Tomorrow will be FIVE WEEKS that Karis has required an infusion of 1-2 grams of Calcium every day, supplemented occasionally by Potassium, Phos, Magnesium, Bicarb, or blood.  Today, for the first time, her Calcium level was in the normal range, … Continue reading →

From Carissa’s mom:  Carissa is out of surgery and is doing well. They removed adhesions, created an ostomy where her j-tube had been and placed a new j-tube. Praying that she will be able to eat and handle j-tube feedings … Continue reading →

Our friend Carissa is having major surgery today.  Prayers appreciated!  Thanks!