"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." - Psalm 23

Friday, July 23, 2010

July 23 - PM Post

Big day. Two blood transfusions, surgical procedure to install jugular catheter, and another plasma transfer. Things got started at 8:15am and Austin didn't return to his room until 5:00pm. Char and I joined him back in the room for dinner where we saw him chew a piece of toast, the first thing of any substance since July 13. Small bites. Small steps.

We are hanging out tonight and planning on watching a movie together. Austin wants to give a shout out to all of you - "Thanks for your prayer and support...it means more than you know."
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3 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 23, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    Aust! I'm thinking of you man! Throw up your Rawk Fist (as TFK would say) and get through this! I'm in NC right now but I'll be back in Goshen by Monday or Tuesday and come see you as soon as possible. Hang in there my man.
    Leah and I continue to pray for you each day.

    Love you man!
    Jeron

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  2. MaggieJuly 23, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    Austin, Ritch & Char,

    God is good! So glad you are doing better Austin! Hope you all are able to get some rest tonight, as it sounds like last night was a little rough. We continue to lift you up in prayer, and also we have many co-workers, friends and family doing the same. Thank you for keeping us updated thru the blog. It helps us to know how to pray. I'm reminded of the song, Great is Thy Faithfulness, and know that each morning by morning, new mercies you will see. All we need, He doth provide. Great is His Faithfulness!

    Love you all, (Leslie & Ty too - May God give you safe traveling too!)
    Blessings,
    The Huston's
    Jim & Maggie, Carlie, Catie & Christie

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  3. UnknownJuly 24, 2010 at 5:50 AM

    First thing I do when I get up is check up on you Austin...last thing I do before I hit the sack...keep on fighting, we'll keep on praying...by the way I want to hear some movie reviews...

    Ritch, I'm visualizing God's kayak carrying you guys along in the safe waters...peace to you brother...

    Cleveland Craig

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