Please Pray

This past week has been especially challenging for us as a family. I was with my Dad on Thursday morning when he had 2 big seizures and eventually went unconscious. It was something I'll never ever forget. He was obviously taken to the hospital and admitted, but they really never found out what was wrong with him. He does have Alzheimer's Disease and is a diabetic, but those actually had nothing to do with the seizures. It may have been his blood pressure, but the doctors said they're not sure.

Since then, he has been unsteady on his feet and is very weak. He is more confused than ever and is not only repeating himself over and over, but he is talking nonsense. It's very sad to see and I have been holding back the tears now since Thursday. I've also been very moody and know that one of these days it's all going to come out.

I would appreciate any prayers for my Dad and the whole situation. He has been living with us in an in-law apartment, but it's not suitable for us to care for him 100% in this situation. He will be going to a nursing home for some therapy to see if he'll improve, and then will be re-evaluated to see if he can come home, or will have to stay in a nursing home permanently. For me this is bitter-sweet. I want him to get the absolute best care possible, and that would be in a nursing facility, yet on the other hand, I want my Dad nearby so we can visit with him easily and he can spend time with family. It would be easier if we knew he was totally out of it and knew no one, but he does know who we are, so I'm feel horribly guilty. We already miss having him here at home...I never thought I'd be this sad without him around because it's been difficult to care for him...but I'm absolutely crushed that he may never come back home! I love my Dad SOOOO MUCH!!!!!!

Pray that God would give us all peace of mind about the situation. We know He is a merciful God and gives far more than we can ever ask or think of...so we know we'll be taken care of...but it's hard to sit back and wait for His timing. It's hard not knowing what we should do, and for me personally, it's hard feeling guilty about the whole situation. The kids have been having a hard time as well, so really we all need your prayers in a big way!! Thank you in advance, to those of you who pray for us.

Verses that I'm clinging on to this week....

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." Prov 3:5-6

"Many sorrows shall be to the wicked; But he who trusts in the Lord, mercy shall surround him." Psalm 32:10

"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit." Psalm 34:18

"The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him; He also will hear their cry and save them." Psalm 145:18-19

"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:27

"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28

...and my all-time favorite...

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7