Hey friends! This past week has been one of the hardest weeks of my life. Without my Heavenly Father's loving arms around me I know for a fact I could not have made it. Also there are a few key people who have made my week so much easier; JUST TO NAME A FEW:
-My sweet sweet mom and dad
-My amazing aunt who flew up to help me
-My amazing boyfriend George Kamel who helped me each step of the way
-All my friends, family and even strangers who have prayed, sent an encouraging text or card, showered me with gifts, and loved me along the way.
Tomorrow is the day I have been dreading since the surgery. The long awaited flight home. There are many things that are concerning me with the flight tomorrow.
-Blizzard coming in at noon here in Milwaukee (our flight leaves at 6)
-At this time I can't hold my neck up for more than 1&1/2 to 2 hours without having to lie flat
-It took my dad 8 hours to get home from his flight on Saturday
-The increased pain I will be having from the staples being removed
The list goes on and on.. my family and I have prayed that I can endure it. But today Jesus proved once again that God takes care of his children always. Dr. Keith Thompson, my referring physician at the Montgomery Cancer Center, the doctor who found my chiari, is offering something that I can not believe. He has arranged a private jet to be sent to Milwaukee to pick me, my mom and aunt up and take us straight to Montgomery, as soon as my appointment is done tomorrow. What a blessing Dr. Thompson is to this journey! From the very first step in finding the chiari to now this... helping me be as comfortable as possible on my way home. His generosity brings me to tears. Heavenly Father pour out your blessings on Dr. Keith Thompson!
Thank you so much for all your continued support for me through this time. I love all of you!
-A
Monday, February 25, 2013
Monday, February 18, 2013
Shout joyfully to the LORD...
The following update is from Abby's mother:
"Well...it has been a long day BUT a good day in that Abby made it through surgery and is now in ICU for close monitoring until tomorrow afternoon!
What a blessing to be at such a wonderful hospital and have such wonderful friends and family back home praying.
She has been in a lot of pain (neck and head) but has finally gone to sleep after a combination of pain medication.
We thank God for each of you .... We have felt God 's peace...
ANOTHER BLESSING ... There are two recliners in Abby's ICU room and her dad & I can stay with her all day and night!!!!!! If all goes well, she will be dismissed from the hospital Friday.
We will be in Milwaukee until next Tuesday. As soon as Abby feels better she will update her blog."
"Well...it has been a long day BUT a good day in that Abby made it through surgery and is now in ICU for close monitoring until tomorrow afternoon!
What a blessing to be at such a wonderful hospital and have such wonderful friends and family back home praying.
She has been in a lot of pain (neck and head) but has finally gone to sleep after a combination of pain medication.
We thank God for each of you .... We have felt God 's peace...
ANOTHER BLESSING ... There are two recliners in Abby's ICU room and her dad & I can stay with her all day and night!!!!!! If all goes well, she will be dismissed from the hospital Friday.
We will be in Milwaukee until next Tuesday. As soon as Abby feels better she will update her blog."
Sunday, February 17, 2013
5, 4, 3, 2, Tomorrow.
Well, tomorrow is the big day! All the years of pain and suffering lead to this. My parents and I arrived in Milwaukee safe and sound this afternoon. I will be admitted to Columbia St. Mary's hospital tomorrow at 8am, and surgery will begin at 10am.
These past two weeks have been an emotional roller coaster, to say the least. I have laughed, wept, and everything in between. Through it all the sweet Savior has been by my side to comfort me. I never truly knew how to be "fully dependent" on the Lord until I went through this time. When there is no one to turn to, you quickly learn how present God is in your life.
I also want to thank each and every one of you for your sweet words of encouragement, gifts, and prayers for me. I can not begin to describe the feeling of joy and peace to know that I am being lifted up in prayer by so many of my brothers and sisters in Christ. Thank you thank you thank you.
My mom will be posting an update as soon as surgery is over tomorrow. Look out for the update.
Through this time, I have been led to this verse. It has comforted me when I start to feel hopeless, I hope you can take something away from it too.
"I have said these things to you that you may have peace. In the world you may have tribulation. but take heart, I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD."
John 16:33
I love each and every one of you, you all mean so much to me.
In Christian love,
Abby Butts
These past two weeks have been an emotional roller coaster, to say the least. I have laughed, wept, and everything in between. Through it all the sweet Savior has been by my side to comfort me. I never truly knew how to be "fully dependent" on the Lord until I went through this time. When there is no one to turn to, you quickly learn how present God is in your life.
I also want to thank each and every one of you for your sweet words of encouragement, gifts, and prayers for me. I can not begin to describe the feeling of joy and peace to know that I am being lifted up in prayer by so many of my brothers and sisters in Christ. Thank you thank you thank you.
My mom will be posting an update as soon as surgery is over tomorrow. Look out for the update.
Through this time, I have been led to this verse. It has comforted me when I start to feel hopeless, I hope you can take something away from it too.
"I have said these things to you that you may have peace. In the world you may have tribulation. but take heart, I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD."
John 16:33
I love each and every one of you, you all mean so much to me.
In Christian love,
Abby Butts
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
February 18th
Well, everything is scheduled and ready to go for brain surgery on the 18th of this month in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. These next two weeks are going to be very difficult for me as I wait. I ask that you pray with me that anxiety and nervousness will subside and reassurance comes. Today I had my pre-op exam and was cleared for surgery. Unfortunately, we found out that I still have C-diff, so I will be on two more weeks of antibiotics for that.
I will be in Wisconsin for 10 days. For 2 days after surgery I will be in neruo-ICU, then moved to a private room for another 3-5 days. Staples will come out the next Tuesday then we will make the long flight back home.
I can't thank everyone enough for the prayers and thoughts sent my way. I can honestly say I have felt them through this time. God has His hand through all of this and I am so excited to be healed.
Love you all!
-A
Specific prayer requests:
-For my sweet mom and dad, they are just as emotionally overwhelmed as I am.
-That my body tolerates the harsh antibiotics for C-diff this second time around.
-Safe travels up to Wisconsin.
-An easy flight back home after surgery (I heard it was going to be tough).
I will be in Wisconsin for 10 days. For 2 days after surgery I will be in neruo-ICU, then moved to a private room for another 3-5 days. Staples will come out the next Tuesday then we will make the long flight back home.
I can't thank everyone enough for the prayers and thoughts sent my way. I can honestly say I have felt them through this time. God has His hand through all of this and I am so excited to be healed.
Love you all!
-A
Specific prayer requests:
-For my sweet mom and dad, they are just as emotionally overwhelmed as I am.
-That my body tolerates the harsh antibiotics for C-diff this second time around.
-Safe travels up to Wisconsin.
-An easy flight back home after surgery (I heard it was going to be tough).
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