Day 18 & 19


*UPDATES*
4/15/23 10:30AM

We need a bed to open at OHSU.
This is THE prayer. 

Tony took another turn last night. 
He is stable, but things seem to be progressing in the wrong direction. He will have a good night/day and then a bad night/day. Last night was a bad night.

Please continue praying. 
"PRAYER is not preparation FOR the battle. Prayer IS the battle." 
And Tony is in BATTLE.


 *UPDATES*

4/14/23 2:40pm

Day 18

OHSU accepted Tony as a transfer last night, which is rare, and why we were told we would most likely end up in Seattle. He won't be transported until a bed has opened up. It could be in 20 minutes, it could be in several hours, it could be at 3am. We are at their mercy. We simply wait...and wait.


Tony is stable, but the pain is back. They're managing it well, and he's on blood thinners because of the clot/s.


The kids all came up last night, and we spent time as a family and prayed over him. Matilda took him for a "lap." We need continued prayers. We need favor at OHSU. We need wise council, proficient hands, and skilled nurses. 

And we need this to happen soon. 

Comments

  1. AnonymousApril 14, 2023 at 5:04 PM

    Love you all. Praying and thinking of you often. Hoping Tony gets transferred soon. Family time is so important.

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  2. AnonymousApril 14, 2023 at 5:32 PM

    Continuing to pray for all of you daily.

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  3. AnonymousApril 14, 2023 at 5:45 PM

    Love you and praying for every little and big thing to go in your favor

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  4. AnonymousApril 14, 2023 at 5:55 PM

    Continuing to pray EVERY DAY

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  5. Gaug FamilyApril 14, 2023 at 6:16 PM

    Becky- we are with you every moment of every day during this struggle. Praying continually- with many more people / Praying that God will bring peace an comfort to your whole family- and especially Tony. God is, as always, in charge, and he will lead you through this journey.

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  6. LaurenApril 15, 2023 at 6:24 AM

    I’m praying for you all, Becky! Thank you for sharing your journey. Jesus, be near. You see the whole picture and know exactly what is needed. Please surround our friends with your love, wisdom, and grace. Help them feel you, right there, walking with them through this hard thing. 🙏🏻

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  7. AnonymousApril 15, 2023 at 7:50 AM

    Our family continues to pray for your family and for God’s gracious hand of mercy on you all.

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  8. AnonymousApril 15, 2023 at 9:30 AM

    Hey girlie just letting you know we all love you so much and are praying for each of your littles, you, your sweet hubby, all of your family and your close friends. You have always brought us do much sparkle with your honest heart on your sleeve commentary rich in truth, raw with feels, and always riding this journey with a heart of hope. You are loved you are amazing and we will continue to pray for you and all of those you love. Love you pal

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  9. Alicia- LunaApril 15, 2023 at 10:40 AM

    Sending prayers, love, and healing light to soround your family in God's loving embrace. For his wisdom to guide the hands and heads of the doctors and nurses. For his patience to settle in your hearts as His wonder and mercy hold y'all tight.

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  10. AnonymousApril 15, 2023 at 11:07 AM

    Could someone who knows send me a link to the go fund me or whatever variation it is. Text 360-600-1050 or email to janine@homes-now.com

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