A New Beginning - February
February
February 2, 2004
Hi All......
Greg went to see Dr. Flanningan today. Apparently the vertebrae that were previously
fused (4,5 and 6) are okay. Six and 7 are unstable. The dr wants to operate to fuse
those two. There are, as you can imagine, risks associated with the surgery...and
the risk of the vertbrae continuing to deteriorate if not done. Dr. F. said
that there was a chance that the 2 vertebrae would fuse together on their
own..but he doubted it. Greg is thinking about getting a second opinion.
In the meantime, we would appreciate your continued prayes on this matter.
We definitely need a miracle...or something.
Also add to yur prayer lists...
Tom's cousin Shauna who has been diagnosed with breast cancer and his cousin
Chris who fell and tore open her knee. She had 25 stitches and is unable to walk on it for 2 weeks.
Blessings,
Connie
February 14, 2004
Hi All....
I've been out of touch because we got a new computer and had to roll over
the address book. I hope I got everyone on the distro. If someone tells
you they haven't gotten an update, please let me know. Likewise, if someone
is getting this note for the first time and doesn't know what I'm talking
about, let me know.
Where we left...Greg's C6 and C7 vertebrae are collapsing. Xrays and MRIs
of his neck show an S-curve in that area. His original neurosurgeon, Dr.
Flanningan, would like to fuse them. Greg is in the process of making
appointments to get other opinions. In the meantime, he has not been going
to physical therapy since the therapists are limiting what they allow him to
do until this situation is resolved.
Further, the swelling in his legs (due to the bloodclots) has really gone
down and is now about normal.
The house: OVR sent an architect to take a look at the house and to make a
drawing of what might be added. OVR will pay for certain things like an
elevator, widening the doorways, etc.. Greg and Francie would have to pay
for the rest. That will be challenging.
I have been drawn to Psalm 40 this week...It begins..
I waited patiently for God to help me;then he listened and heard my cry. He
lifted me out of the pit of despair, out from the bog and the mire, and set
my feet on a hard, firm path and steadied me as I walked along.
Blessings,
Connie
February 22, 2004
Hello friends,
On Tuesday, Greg goes to Dr. Maroon for a second opinion . As you may recall, Greg's C4,5
and 6 vertebrae were fused together the day after the accident. Subsequently, a "collapse"
has occurred between C6 and C7. Dr. Flannigan, the original surgeon, recommended another
fusion. Greg was concerned that he might lose mobility in his neck, not to mention the
seriousness of the surgery. So, he made the appointment with Dr. Maroon.
His appointment is Tuesday, February 24th at 11:30 AM. If you are able, please pray
around that time. God is the Great Physician. Let's pray that His wisdom and skill
are brought to bear on this situation.
Blessings,
Connie
February 25, 2004
Hi All....
I talked to Francie briefly last night. Dr. Maroon gave the same diagnosis:
Surgery to fuse C6-7. When I get more details, I'll send them along.
Last night, I was listening to Dr. Charles Stanley on WORD FM. He was talking about
this passage from James 1:2
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you
know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Peseverance must finish its
work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Blessings,
Connie
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