Update on Will – Saturday, May 15th.

I’m overwhelmed to the point of tears as I read the facebook entries made by my sister, your comments, notes, emails, and messages sent through my family members. I’ve been totally disconnected this week. THANK YOU for your prayers and support.

When I think back to how far the Lord has brought us over the past week, it’s almost more than I can bear. Part of me just can’t “go there” emotionally. Will has been a sick little boy. The doctors reminded us throughout the week how major his surgery was, that this would be a slow recovery. Yet I still couldn’t comprehend what they were trying to convey. Instead we had to live it in order to understand. He’s pale, thin, with dark circles around his eyes. He hasn’t been able to deal with many visitors. He’s been too sick.

As rough as it’s been, God’s mercy and Presence has been almost tangible. Jesus arranged for us to have a room with a view of Kenan Stadium! He would send just the right family member at just the right time. He arranged for meals that ministered to my soul. If we had a bad night, He allowed the next night to be good or not so bad. (He knows how important sleep is to me!) Yet even on those bad nights, His grace was sufficient. I know it sounds cliche, but it was. Caroline has been so well cared for by my sister, that she thinks it’s spring break! I’ve hardly seen her and she doesn’t seem to mind! This is God’s provision. I’ve only begun to scratch the surface as I recount His great faithfulness.
God has also taught me MAJOR life lessons this week. I’ll share them later. In the mean time, KNOW that your prayers, well wishes, phone calls, emails, texts, Facebook entries, cards, meals etc… have ministered to my soul through this valley. The tears have flowed this week. Not only because of Will, but because of your outpouring of love and support. For the first time in my life, I have truly experienced (first hand) the power of the Body of Christ!

Love you-