Updat from Marsha on Denise and Eddie

Hi This is Donetta

I am forwarding an update from Marsha of Marsha's Musings

Friends, after several attempted calls today, I finally spoke to our dear Denise this evening.

I want to preface this news with this truth, God is Sovereign and in control. He can heal. And most importantly, He is lending comfort to Denise and Eddie. Even though this has been the toughest afternoon of their lives, they sense His presence and are committed to Him and each other.

After many tests, including MRI’s and yesterday’s spinal tap, the mystery disorder is not, was not a stroke.

• He has a cord compression and 2 bulging discs in his upper body. It does not appear surgery is an option.
• With therapy he will regain strength but not feeling in his lower body.
• Eddie will never be able to return to his job again. He will need to go on disability.
• He had 2 options: 1) Go to the Rehab Center for 2 weeks starting tomorrow (New Years Eve) and receive PT for 3-5 hours a day. 2) Go home and a therapist will come there and do therapy for 1 1/2 hours a day. This evening, Eddie chose option #2 and he will work hard other hours during the day with Denise’s help to do the exercises.

At 46 years old, he is stunned to think of never working again. I know that in time, he would be able to find other areas of work that is not manual labor, but I know how permanent disability works. I don’t know if they do or not. If you ever go off, you can never get back on again.

I told Denise that so many in the blog community want to help them financially in some way, potentially through a PayPal button and a website set up just for them. The PayPal would be linked to its own bank account. Needless to say she was over whelmed. I asked her to please pray and to approach Eddie about this so we can get it going and help them quickly.

I was supposed to go over there Thursday, but we have bad weather rolling in again tonight, plus the hospital will be transporting them home sometime Thursday. I will get over to see her sometime over the next few days and help her with groceries, etc. and get the funds to her that have already been mailed to me. They won’t be able to do any banking until Monday anyway because of not knowing when they are being released and then New Years Day on Friday.

Friends, there are so many challenges ahead for them. Denise does not drive, so they will need to have people get them around. I’m thankful their apartment is on the first floor, that’s a blessing.

I know our God can totally release this cord compression if it be His will. They are praying to this end and ask that you all join them in praying.

Denise wants you all to know how VERY thankful she is for each and every one of you, your prayers, support and friendship. She said she just doesn’t know how she can ever thank everyone for their love and kindness. You all have lifted both of their spirits in an amazing way.

She will be calling me tomorrow after they get settled in so I know they’re okay.

Until then, let’s continue to storm the gates of heaven for Eddie and Denise.

My Goodness if she could see all the love your pouring out!

Good Evening
This is Donetta

Denise found a moment to call me tonight.
Terrible rough road. Eddie feels nothing from waist down. Feels nothing on the left side.
He is cognitive but mood swings and fearful understandably.

I have encouraged Denise to go to the clergy to ask aide to set up a disability process so her income can come to cover her domestic expense. Eddie is fully depending on her and so I have given Denise permissiion (as in :) kicked her fanny ) to find a way to let God get Eddie to accept the aide of the staff. She is worn and has had only one shower sense 12-23 and only left hospital one time to feed and water the cat. Her MIL took her over to the apartment for a few moments only. She has been at his side the entire time.
I have given her a good loving talking too about letting God be God and going to the cafeteria and getting some hot food. She will have to wait till morning now. She has just nibbled here and there.
I got her to a good laugh and she loved it that I kicked her fanny. She is just so dear and all of you know.
I think that the hard times will need to be softened so if any of you feel led to give an offering to aide them I know that the help would be ever so humbly accepted.

Oh I wish I could read all of the comments you send to her. I did so with well over half the other night and it gave her footing to hear you. She is learning to care for her self the very hard way. She is being given a gift of fully relying on God to teach these things to her. She is within Him and He her. I told her of how God is being glorified and that one day she will comfort others with the same comfort that she is being comforted with. I so wish I could just go there and help her. I am so sad to think of her there without a physical companion to walk beside, I know this is her road. I just love her and see the path is a steep one. May He press her on into His full Glory.
She sounded so much better when she hung up than when the long call began. I just told her what she already knew and gave her the reality that she needs no ones permission to do what she knows is right to do. We spoke of false guilt being that that leaves no need of amends and that it is condemnation. Just freed her up to remember truth. Guess I need to hear it for myself too. Don't we all?
She is a genuine Lady folks the real Mc Coy! We are truly blessed to learn at her side.

Good News

Christ mas
Miracles are a part of the greatest story ever lived

Dear Ones
A very exhausted over joyed Denise called to tell us all...
Some how :)
Eddie has full conscientiousness.
He is with us cognitively.
His legs yet effected but the seizures did not take him.

He was sitting before her talking to her.

She with all and deepest gratitude thanks each and every one of you for your prayers.
Pray for her heart.
Her sister was unkind, Denise is wounded by the ill treatment that she was shown.

She is however rejoicing as I have instructed her to let her spirit and mind rejoice and worship but to let her body rest and be still.
She has not slept for several days and has also been ill.
I will keep you updated as I am.
Thank you all
Donetta

Christmas Love Prayer...Eddie and Denise need it

Good Morning A Blessed Christmas
Eddie is alive this Morning your prayers were so embraced.

Update

I just received a call from Denise.
The torment of the last few hours has been excruciating for her.
She discribes the events as the worst thing that she has ever seen.

Her sister arrived last night, she is also a diabetic.
Denise ended up in the ER her blood sugar spiked and she was vomiting .
As soon as she would ease the same thing began with her sister.
Eddie was in a room and she could not get to him for the ER would not let her.
She convienced them not to admit her and to just let her see her husband and that that would ease her distress.
Eddies blood pressure spiked I mean really spiked!
At one point she got released from the ER and got back to him.
He was awake, unable to walk without a walker.
Dragging his legs.
She saw he was sweating so she got a cloth.
As she turned he said that he felt he was going to vomit and just at the very moment he fell back into her arms and began to seize they called in a trauma team and resesitated him.
She was ask to leave the room to a waiting room where her sister then fell ill to high blood sugar levels and DENISE had to car for her.

I have told Denise to ask a nurse to tell her sister to leave.
Eddies people are coming, I told Denise to have the nurse talk with them and tell them that your strength is limited and to not ask her all the details.
I told Denise that each time she repeats it it is like being punched in the heart.

She has not been able to stay with Eddie, only allowed to go in ever few hours.
He has been sleeping she has not seen him conscious sense before the seizures.

I am tempted to take up a fund and see if we can fly me out there and rent a car to be with her.
Steve has off till the 4th. I would have child care. The funding is an issue. I am in Arizona.
Please continue to pray.
I read several of your comments to her a few moments ago and it really strengthened her spirit.
Thank you all for your continued prayers.
Donetta at A Life Uncommon

Urgent Prayer For Eddie (Love Bug)

I am typing this for Denise she is on the phone with me now

Eddie has had a stroke and is in hospital under observation. They were unable to get the stroke medication in time. So far they have done a CAT scan and a MRI and other test are being awaiting . His leg is effected. He is able to speak. This is written at 9:30 p.m. TN time

He is in Memorial Hospital Chattanooga TN. She is alone so if any friends are able please cons ider coming to her side. He is being moved to room momentarily.


This is written by Donetta of A Life Uncommon and she can be reached through me.

In Other Words Tuesday

“Let us remember the proclamation of the angel: “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you;
He is Christ the Lord”
(Luke 2:10-11).
May our hearts go out to the unconverted people…who have no blessed Christmas day.
“Go and enjoy choice food, and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord”
(Nehemiah 8:10).

by ~ Mrs. L.B. Cowman
Streams in the Desert- Christmas is all about gifts, but the greatest gift ever given, was a precious baby boy named Jesus.
We need to keep our focus upon Him, and be more than willing to share Him with others. So many are lost, and on their way to hell. There is not a more precious time, than Christmas to share the beautiful gift of salvation with people. Give someone a gift that will totally change their life, give them a heart transplant. Sharing Jesus with someone is what Christmas, and everyday should be about, now, more than ever. He is coming back soon, there is no time to waste. This year, my husband and I were not able to buy gifts for anyone, not even each other. But, that is ok. I am going to give everyone myself. My time, my love, my shoulder to cry upon if they need it, my ears to vent to if needed, my hands to willingly help them carry their burdens, my prayers, and my attention. I pray for all of you to be a gift to someone this year.

Growing Up Mondays

The big picture is Jesus... to love, forgive and seek to bring souls into the Kingdom of God. Don’t get weighed down by church politics, nonsense, offenses, or whatever else goes on, but keep your focus on Jesus, and on what the church, and the pastor are really all about!

The Spirit Of Christ

The Spirit of Christ in us, teaches us to sacrificially love, as Christ did for us. His Spirit teaches us to lay down our lives for others. He teaches us that it is not about us, but it is about the glory of God. That sounds like foolishness to the world, but to those whom God has chosen, it is the music of truth.

Jesus Christ is the great dividing topic of every culture throughout the world. He will be Lord of our lives, or we will insist on being our own god. The Spirit of truth has prevailed and overcome the world in the heart of every believer. He is the Spirit who will reign supreme throughout eternity. Is He reigning in your heart?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, reign in me supremely! Where there is any vestige of the world's thinking, and ways in me, purge it with the truth of Your Word. Teach me to love, with Your love.

Saturday Psalm And Praise

Stir Up Your Hunger And Thirst

Psalm 63:1 (NIV)

"O God, You are my God, earnestly I seek You; my soul thirsts for You, my body longs for You, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. "

Remember when you were first born again? You had such a strong desire to find out everything the Bible has to say! Are you still as thirsty for God? It's time to stir up your hunger & thirst! Today, choose to seek God, and meditate on His Word with the zeal you first had - that's how you can continue to grow, and develop as a Christian.

Thankful Thursday

Hello everyone, praying you are all doing well. God is so awesome, give Him a great big round of applause right now, where ever you are. Woo Hoo, go God. Things here in my little corner of the world are going great, sitting here sipping on a huge mug of hot chocolate, yummy in my tummy. Excited about what the future holds, and knowing Who holds my future. That really makes my heart smile. Today, I am going to my local pregnancy crisis center to talk to them about becoming a peer counselor. I covet your prayers concerning this, I feel led to share my story concerning the fact that I was an attempted abortion. Anything I can do to save the precious unborn babies, I want to do. Also want to share some news with you dealing with our financial situation, as most of you know, things here have been very tight financially. Lovebug was suppose to be off for two weeks after this week. Well, he came home yesterday, and told me that they are asking for volunteers for a few of those days. Also, he will be able to use some of his vacation days of 2010, to cover the days he was not going to get paid for. So, he will not miss one day, he will receive full checks for those two weeks. Praise God!! On Christmas Eve, we will be going to my dad's church for the Lord's supper, and to see my dad and his fiancee get baptized. How wonderful is that??? Concerning our church situation, after alot of praying, deep soul searching, and heart searching, we have decided to go back to our church this coming Sunday. Church is not about the people, it is about serving, and praising the Lord. I have been out of church for six months due to being sick, there has not been anyone that has called, or came by to check on us. But, that is ok, God has never left me, always here watching over me. That is what matters to me. Maybe, I can somehow influence them to change their ways, to reach out to those who are not able to be physically at church. A helping hands ministry, perhaps??? We shall see where God leads me. Take care everyone, love you all so much.

Take The Higher Road

Luke 6:27 (NKJV)

"But I say unto you which hear, love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you."

This may seem hard to do at times, but whenever Jesus tells us to do something, He also enables us to do it. Here He says that you are to love your enemies, and be kind to those who work evil against you! It's impossible to do it by yourself, but God's love in you, will always give you the ability to treat people right. Take the higher road today!

In Other Words Tuesday

“When the trials of life unravel
the fabric of our plans.
When we face the deep confusion
of painful circumstance.
When our feeble strength is broken,
and we stand with empty hands.
That’s when the Father whispers
‘Trust the pattern I have planned.’ “


Lyrics from song, The Weaver : When my parents found out that my momma was pregnant with me, they were determined to destroy the pattern of my life before it even began. But, my heavenly Father had other plans, and though the fabric had been torn in several areas, He repaired those areas with much love and care. Through the years, I have faced many trials, and have began to unravel. My Master Creator, with His loving touch, gently repaired me, over and over again. I know that I can always trust Him, for He chose this pattern long ago. There have been many adjustments to the pattern, but everything has been woven in to make my life a beautiful, and very colorful creation. Thanks for all the effort, and hard work You have put into my life Father. I love You with all I am.

Growing Up Mondays

Tell him when he has helped you. Ephesians 4:29 teaches us to say things that edify, and you minister grace to your pastor whenever you tell him how he has helped you. He will be a more effective, dedicated servant of God if you give him some feedback on his ministry to you (see Prov. 3:27). It will also be very encouraging if you tell your Sunday School teacher, spouse, and your children how they have helped, or been a blessing to you. Praise doesn't cost – but it pays tremendous dividends – in the home, in the church, in the school, and on the job. And be sure to recognize your pastor, and his spouse for birthdays, anniversaries, and Christmas. It is not always necessary to give gifts, but to be remembered on these special days is an expression of your love and encouragement.

He Repairs Our Lives

In life, we become upset and frustrated when things break. Often, we end up throwing out the object, whether it be a favorite coffee mug or a family heirloom. My wife once had an antique lamp she loved, but she had to give it up when it broke into pieces during our last move. It would have been impossible for anyone to restore the lamp to its original condition.

God, however, specializes in repairing what is broken. In fact, He cannot use us until we are broken and useless. For in our brokenness, God can make us whole and restore us to what He originally created us to be. Let us not be discouraged and lost when we feel broken. When we are all apart and in pieces, we know that the next step will be for God to repair our shattered and fragmented lives.

Saturday Psalm And Praise

The Most Wonderful Time

Our journey to the manger has begun. We are like the wise men who traveled months to see and honor the Christ child. Day by day, hour after hour, the next two weeks will bring us ever closer to the morning when we celebrate the birth of our Savior and King.

What we do between now and then will make a difference both in our lives and to those around us. Do we find ourselves rushing everywhere? Are we running from store to store, quickly buying presents for everyone and bags of food for the Christmas meal? Or are we frantically decorating our houses, inside and out, with lights, tinsel, garland and trees? We might even be getting ready to visit loved ones far away so we are hastily packing the car and our suitcases.

In all of the chaos, we can easily forget the peace and joy that Jesus brought to the world. From the time He was born until His death, He showed us how to live. He was never anxious, in a hurry, or worried. Neither did He rush from village to village trying to heal everyone. Nor did He wonder if He would get everything done by a certain time.

This time of the year, in many ways, should be the most restful and calm. We should be content and completely at peace because we know what Jesus' birth means. He was born in order that we would have true life now and forever. That should make us confident, sure and secure in Him. May you and I make the time this Christmas to go to the manger, just like the shepherds and wise men, to worship the great miracle of our salvation. Let us bow down and remain there for a while so we can really see Jesus for who He is.

Thankful Thursday

Welcome everyone to another thankful Thursday. Raise your hands toward heaven, and give God the praise that only He deserves. I feel like never putting my hands down, He is so beyond worthy of my praise always. My sister went into the hospital last Friday morning, straight into ICU. She is in severe kidney failure, and has type 1 diabetes like me. Her body was so swollen, she was out of breathe, no energy, kept having coughing spells. I called upon my precious prayer warriors, and the prayers began. By Sunday, she was out in a regular room, and got to go home on Monday. God is so awesome, and so quick to answer our prayers. They drained twenty pounds of fluid off of her, and told her that she now has congestive heart failure. But, God is so faithful. He is with her, and will continue to watch over her. As for my own health, my diabetes is still out of control. My thyroid is really causing problems for me, somethings I cannot really talk about. I was suppose to go back to the specialist on January 4, but they called me today, and that has changed. The Doctor is having medical problems his self, so they were going to make my appointment for March. I cannot wait that long, I feel terrible. So, there is a new specialist here in town, and they are working on getting me in to see her. If it is God's will, I will get an appointment with her soon. Regardless, God will continue to receive all of my praise. Be blessed everyone.

Word Filled Wednesday

Bringing Holy Back To The Holiday

This Christmas, I am so tired of all the selling of Christmas. I will be glad when the commercials stop. We are having financial problems, and will not be able to buy for each other, or our family. But, that is ok. This is going to be a wonderful Christmas. God has already given me several gifts that money cannot buy. He brought my niece and her beautiful baby back into my life, and my sister in-law. He helped my sister through her recent visit in the hospital, she is now home. She has congestive heart failure, severe kidney failure, and diabetes. But, she is home for Christmas. Those are gifts that money cannot buy, true heart gifts. We are going to wrap our hearts up, and give them away this Christmas. We may not be able to give gifts that have been bought at the mall, or even walmart, but we are going to give from our hearts. We are going to give our love, time, hugs, and prayers away. Please consider doing the same, you will be blessed.

Guest Blogger

I am honored to be a guest blogger at my friend Tracy's blog today. Please visit, and leave her a comment. Here is the link, http://abundantliving-tracy.blogspot.com/

Update On My Sister

I just got off the phone with my sister, she is getting out of the hospital today. They told her she now has congestive heart failure, they drained twenty pounds of fluid off of her while she was in the hospital. Please continue to pray for her, I love you all.

Growing Up Mondays- Pray For Your Pastor

You know how much opposition that you receive yourself... from the world, the flesh, and the devil... and be assured, your pastor receives much more than you. Pray for him every day, and ask God to shower your pastor with an abundance of love, hope, joy, faith, peace, power, wisdom, and courage. Pray for your spiritual leader's maturity and growth in the faith. While you pray, be mindful of this wise advice from the German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: "If you treat a person as he is, he will stay as he is; but if you treat him as if he were what he ought to be, he will become what he ought to be, and could be." As Paul wrote, "Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly, and be glorified, just as it is with you, and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men; for not all have faith." (2 Thes 3:1-2)

New Update On My Sister

Praise God, she is doing much better. They will be moving her out of ICU, and into a regular room today. Woo Hoo!! Go God!! Thanks for your prayers, I love and appreciate you all, with all of my heart.

Get Up

But He took her by the hand, and called out, "Child, get up!"

Luke 8:54

The "get up" theme is embedded deeply in the gospel story. It comes to a climax in our Lord's resurrection. The raising of the little girl, is proof that a word of Christ has power to bring us to life.

How do you account for the command to secrecy in verse 56?

PRAYER: Lord, You don't just put on bandages, or hand out aspirin; You reach down to the deepest levels of my need, and raise me up. What a Savior! Amen.

Update On My Sister

Thanks to all of my precious praying warriors. I love, and very much appreciate you all. Your prayers are working, please continue. My sister is still in ICU, but the swelling in her body has greatly went down. As of right now, her lungs are clear, and she is resting comfortably. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. I promise to keep you updated.

Happy Birthday Lovebug

46 years ago today, my dear lovebug was born. I praise God for creating such a precious treasure. Lovebug, you are my best friend, my soul mate, my forever love, and definitely the best part of me. Without you, there is no me. We are connected at the heart, never will we part. Have a beautiful birthday my sweet lovebug. Celebrate the wonder that you are, God bless you today, and always. I love you my lovebug......

Urgent Prayer Request

Please pray for my sister, my brother in-law had to take her to the hospital early this morning. She has fluid build up in her lungs. They are draining it, she is also in renal failure. She is in ICU, please pray for her. Her name is Vicki, I appreciate your prayers.

Thankful Thursday On Friday- Being Unique

Hello my dear friends, sorry I missed thankful Thursday yesterday. It was one of those crazy busy days. But, I just had to post it today, I love thankful Thursdays. Laurie chose a great theme this week, being unique. Praise God, we are all unique. The world would be quite a boring place if we were all the same, that is why God created us all differently. He gave us all our own personalities, talents, morals, and looks. I am not you, and you are not me. We are all special in our own way, never doubt that. The only one you need to try to be more, and more like, is Jesus. Please do not try to be like your favorite movie star, singer, or even your best friend. Love your sister, but do not try to be a carbon copy of her. Choose to be like Jesus, shine as brightly for Him as you possibly can. Lead others to Him, soon the whole world could be shining for Jesus. Oh beautiful Star of Bethlehem, shine on.

Word Filled Wednesday

Sweet Blessings

Hello dear friends, praying you are all doing really well. I wanted to share some incredible blessings that God has been pouring out upon me recently. As most of you know, there are several members of my family that had chosen not to be in my life. My heart has been greatly broken over this, and I have shed many tears over the emptiness in my heart. I prayed so many times for them, crying out their names to my precious Saviour. Well, prayers have been answered my friends. My niece, and her new baby are back in my life, and so is my sister in-love. This blesses my heart beyond belief, because this is my big brother's family. He passed away last June. Now, I get to love on his beautiful grandson, and spoil him like only aunt Nesie can. I praise You Lord for working this miracle in my life, I will forever cherish this heart treasure. I love You Lord, with all I am.