Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Surgery Update #1

They let Juliette and I back in to see her off for surgery and we spent a half hour or so with her as they finished up final details.  We met some of the nursing staff and the anesthesiologist, who were great.  It would be difficult to overstate how highly the staff on Sugarbaker's team regard him.  They have all worked together for a long time and speak of him in fairly reverential tones.  All of us are left with an abiding sense that God has put us in the right place and that Jennifer is in very capable hands.
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  1. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 8:12 AM

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  2. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 8:40 AM

    Hi Jen, This is Heidi Blair from EPC. We are all praying for a quick recovery & we miss you lots!

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  3. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 8:42 AM

    I love it that you're keeping us up to date, David. Thank you for that. I can just see Jen skipping off to surgery. These pictures are just gorgeous, and I trust that God is going to do great things through the reverend Dr. Sugarbaker. The Lord has started a good work in Jen and WILL BE FAITHFUL to complete it!! We are praying at Bel Air Presbyterian!!

    Love, Linda

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  4. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 8:56 AM

    What a wonderful gift to us all to create this blog! It lets us keep up without being the umpteenth caller. The pictures remind us of what a beautiful life you have together notwithstanding the challenges of late. You were at the forefront of our prayers at Emmanuel this past Sunday and we continue to lift you with up to the Father. God's best to you both.

    Pastor Stuart

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  5. MichelleDecember 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM

    Skipping? WOW, I want to be like Jennifer when I grow up! You are "perfect and complete", my dear sweet cousin, as James describes in 1:2-4 because you count it all joy, skipping unto the Lord! JOY! The world can't give it, and the world can't take it away! May our great God and Savior continue to pour out His Spirit to you and your precious family during this time. We love you!
    xoxoxoxoxo
    the Madden family

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  6. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 9:37 AM

    Jennifer, I love you, and I know you will overcome. You are so beautiful inside and out. My family sends their best wishes, prayers and love to you and your wonderful family. We look forward to seeing you soon. The Harris Family

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  7. Bill and Glenna GriffithDecember 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    Jennifer, Dave, and family, ... I gathered my family this morning to pray for you during your surgery. We know well the deep concerns you are experiencing ... certainly, one of life's greatest challenges. In faith we believe that the Lord will hear your prayers and give you healing, hope and peace through it all. Thank you so much for this blog, and for the pictures of your wonderful family. We're honored to be "on your team"!

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  8. Kate MurphyDecember 23, 2008 at 10:52 AM

    I've been emailing with Jennifer recently as she made the difficult decisions about the surgery.

    I'm glad it's begun and appreciate your keeping us up-to-date.

    My prayers are with her and with you all who are supporting her.

    Kate Murphy in upstate New York

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  9. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 11:27 AM

    Hi Jennifer and Dave
    I'm praying for you guys all day long. Jennifer you are an inspiration to us all. Emmanuel loves you. Lisa Willcox

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  10. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    Jen and Dave---Thanks for this blog, it really helps to keep us in the know. The pics are beautiful! We are thankful that we can already see the Master's hands in the details. We are thinking of you and praying for you continually throughout the day. Hang in there little sis! -janine

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  11. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 11:38 AM

    Jen, you have such beauty and strength. It's amazing and inspirational for the rest of us. I can just picture you skipping to the doctor! You bring light and energy and hope wherever you go my sweet friend. Marvin, Cody and I are praying for you and your family every day.

    Dave and Jen, thank you for creating this blog, it is yet one more gift you have given your friends and family. We love you Jen. Fight, fight, fight!

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  12. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 12:13 PM

    Dave and Jennifer,
    Just want you to know that you both along with Emily Matt and Laura are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Lots of love
    Audrey, Maurice, Heidi, Heather, and Nic

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  13. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 12:36 PM

    My dear, sweet friend, Jen...I can see your warm smiling face and hear your thoughts loud and clear...."OK, I am ready! Let's get this started" You are in my daily thoughts and prayers! You are an inspiration to so many!
    I love you with all of my heart!
    Stay strong, sweetie!

    Dave, Thank you for creating this blog! If there is anything we can do to help...please let us know. We know that so much of Jen's strength and courage comes from you and your beautiful family. Hus and kisses,
    Annie, Dave, Alex and Chris

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  14. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 1:37 PM

    What a great idea to keep us all current! We are praying for you! We love you! Caroline, David Courtney, Daniel and Sky

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  15. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 1:59 PM

    Dear Jennifer, Dave, Emily, Matt and Laura,
    Thank you for this blog. I want to say that I love you Jennifer, and appreciate all our conversations. You have a Beautiful family and we are all with you.
    Love, Shayna

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  16. MillieDecember 23, 2008 at 2:13 PM

    Jen, Dave and fam -

    I'm so amazed by your courage and spirit... thinking of you and sending all my love your way.

    xoxo
    Millie

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  17. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 2:58 PM

    Dear Jen and Dave,

    We are truly amazed by God's hand in guiding you to where you are now. Jen you are such a smart lady! We are praying for God's healing touch upon you. Dave, great idea to create this blog. Thanks. And Jul, thanks for being with them.

    Love you bunches,

    Maureen, Greg and girls

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  18. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 3:29 PM

    Hi Fabulous Weir Family,

    A picture is worth a 1,000 words, and your photos show such love and happiness with each other. It's wonderful!!

    Jen, you are very inspirational! You have met every challenge with strength and high spirits. You go girl!!!!

    Thank you for allowing us to stay in the loop.

    You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    With lots of love and the best of wishes,
    Lisa, Tony, Rachel & Gillian Howe
    XOXO

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  19. Laurie HowardDecember 23, 2008 at 5:48 PM

    Hi Guys,
    I just talked to Emily and, of course, she has everything totally under control. (I still made her promise that she would call me for ANYTHING that they needed!)

    I am thinking about you all 24-7, and I know that you will KICK THIS THING'S BUTT!!! just like you have done before. We are all praying for you and just in case you need to be reminded how strong you are and how much you are loved, let me remind you......

    YOU ARE STRONGER THAN ALL OF US AND WE ALL LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I know you will be reading all your e-mails and laughing with us all very soon.

    XOXO
    Laurie, Bryan, Madison, Drew & Trevor

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  20. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 9:03 PM

    Hi precious friend. I just want you to know how very much I love you. I am saddended to hear that you have had to endure yet another surgery but know that you are doing all that you can to fight this thing. You have been such a trooper thus far and I know that you will continue to trust that God is in control and knows just what you need. I am praying for you, Dave and the kids that you will find strength to endure and make it through. I am so glad that you have the love and support of your wonderful husband and kids. Please know that you are loved and cherished and we are praying for you.
    xoxo
    Tiff

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