February 28, 2006

My dear prayer heroes,

Lydia was doing great yesterday after surgery. So, it was decided yesterday that she will go to regular floor from ICU today.

However, she has not been feeling well and suffering pain and discomfort today. She has been moaning all day long. We could not figure out what’s going on. It’s probably because changes of various medicines, durations, doses…, etc. It’s just as difficult like last time.

We reminded her what happened Sunday night (the night before second operation). Mommy was washing Lydia’s hair (since she would not be able to wash her hair again for at least another week). Mom touched Lydia’s scar from first operation, and said, “You may always have to keep long hair in the future. Or mommy may need to find some scar tapes to cover up.”

“That is fine!” Lydia answered, “The scar will remind me all about this, and how God has guided me through.”

Yes, indeed, scar would be a good reminder how we find rest, peace, comfort, grace, and mercy in the Lord Jesus.

We had MRI this morning. Waiting for doctor to read it. By now, we are so scared of MRI results. There wasn’t any single good one so far. Please pray for that.

We were able to transfer to regular floor this afternoon from ICU. That was nice. That means Lydia is recovering well. There will be less restrictions, and interruptions, compared with ICU.

Please pray for the patient room availability in Children hospital. We had hard time today to get a patient room. We also heard some children could not get into hospital. Their conditions may not be as urgent, but still, we hope all the sick children get the care they need. I am sure someone currently need this prayer.

God bless,

Simon