Hello again,
As you can assume from the title, I do not have good news to share this afternoon. Dad took a turn for the worst this morning and he is currently surrounded by friends and family in his room at Riverview. It started last night while Mom and Janis were here visiting. Dad's breathing was really rapid and not like it normally is. By this morning, the doctors and nurses thought maybe he was developing a chest infection. However, after more blood tests and a thorough check by the doctor, it was determined that Dad has a blood clot, most likely in his lungs. This is a very serious condition, for which there really is no treatment. He's been put on blood thinners so that things can still flow around the clot, but aside from that, there isn't much they can do. Thankfully, Dad doesn't seem to be in any pain right now and seems to be sleeping pretty comfortably.
However, the family is in definite need of prayer right now. As we've said many times, we have no idea how much longer we have with Dad, and that's still the case today. Only God knows the answer and the only thing we can do is surround ourselves with family and friends and rest in the assurance that God loves us and has a plan for all of us in this. That can be a lot easier said than done, though. Please pray for peace, comfort, and strength for all of us right now. We'll keep you updated with any changes as often as we can......
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About Me
- Gerald Folkerts
- A former teacher, Gerald is an artist, who now works at home out of his third-floor studio. He is an avid camper, who loves to travel and spend time outdoors. He also has a very eclectic taste in music, and is a firm believer that you can never have too many books or cds. Gerald is also a member of Covenant Christian Reformed Church, and belongs to an octet of very talented singers, called "Celbr8". He is a great husband, father, and grandfather, and enjoys spending quality time with all of his family.
4 comments:
Thoughts and prayers are coming to you from two friends in Scotland, we cannot imagine how you must be feeling at this time.
May you continue to lean on the everasting arms of our Lord and Saviour. I pray that you would continue to feel the presence of God as you continue this very difficult journey. He is there with all of you as you surround Gerald in his room. I continue to pray for peace, comfort and strength.
We are praying for all of you -- for strength in whatever situation you face. May the love and prayers of all surround you every day.
you guys are in our prayers hunny. Let me know if there is anything we can do.
The Vissers
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