Ashley's Story

She will leave fingerprints all over your heart

10/09/2007

Biopsy Results

The doctors have rounded and the biopsy results are in. Ashley is in current and active rejection of her small intestine. Although this is bad, the surgeons want me to think of this as good. We finally have definitive proof and know what to treat. She will begin the 3 day treatment for the second time today, and then we will scope again on Friday to see if things have changed. I am still wrapping my mind around this news and figuring out what to do with it. No tears. I don't have any left. I need to be supportive and positive and give stability to Ash. Play time. Cuddle time. Story time. Mommy time. This is my plan. Keep life as normal as possible in a very "non" normal environment.

Ashley's blood loss has slowed and we are all breathing easier. Her surgeon just laughed and said, "They are working together to find things to send me over the edge." They have gotten close, but I'm not jumping yet. Please pray for Ash's reaction to the treatment for rejection. It has miserable side effects for her and she is already struggling. I would just like for our sweet baby to return, but for now we will do what we have to do to protect her organs. She is disappearing in appearance and personality and that breaks my heart. Not too mention how awful she feels. They asked my thoughts on the treatment and I said, "You know I don't like it, but we don't have a choice. Lets get her through this and then work to get her back." That's exactly what I plan to do.

Someone made a suggestion about a video feed between our home computer and the one I have with me. Thank you for that suggestion. We are working on that. Dave is looking into it and then when he tells me what to get I will ask one of my friends to pick it up for me. We like the idea of having a set time each evening to spend "together". Blake and Allie need to see Ash in order to stay connected. This way we will be able to pray together. Say goodnight to each other. Ash will hear their voices and will be able to see them and I think that is wonderful. Again, thank you for the great idea. I know this will bless all of us as soon as we get it together.

Please know how humbled and grateful I am that so many of you would like to do something for us while we are here. Your offers have not been ignored and have not gone unappreciated. I guess I have just been hoping that we were leaving soon, but this morning the first thing they said in rounds is, "No, your not going home". I didn't even ask. They just wanted me to know. I do not wish to take away from anyone else's family. I know that we all have responsibilities and children and life to take care of. I would feel awful thinking that I had made things difficult on someone else. Just know that your thoughtfulness and your offers are greatly appreciated, but I can not make a wish list. It just doesn't feel like the right thing to do. If you are feeling led then please know how much I appreciate it. My love language is gift giving and nothing makes me happier than to give a gift and be a blessing so I completely understand what you are feeling. I would never want to take that blessing away from you either. I will leave it at that. More than anything your prayers and your encouraging words are what I value. I love you guys for offering.

Ash is watching Blue all kicked back in her crib. She doesn't like the idea of having a bath, but after last night she desperately needs one. I guess I am going to wrestle her for a while in order to make her smell less like a pickle and more like a princess. Wish me luck! Take care guys. Trish

51 Comments:

At 12:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thankful for the blessings & praying for the areas of concern. That would be awesome for you guys on the video feed. Hope you get it worked out & can have a family time together .....

Praying...

 
At 1:06 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you for the regular updates! I know the news isn't what you wanted to hear, but at least the doctors do know how to treat her! We pray that the treatment will work and that her bowel can be saved! Please know that our prayers are still going up for you!

 
At 1:10 PM , Blogger Laurie in Ca. said...

Just checking in for the fiftieth time today and see that you have posted an update. Please know that I will be praying for all that you mentioned and praying for peace for you sweet mom. Would it be possible for you to list the name and address of the hospital here on your site? I would like to send cards of encouragment and give you some mail to open, since you won't be leaving soon. Praying that the treatment for rejection has no reactions for her this time. And no matter how she looks on the outside through this, one thing she will know for sure is her mommys love for her and your touch and smell.
We will all get through this together right beside you and walk every step of the way together to hold you up. And I am grateful her blood loss has slowed. She is a Princess Warrior and you are the Queen of Mommies. Hold tight to Jesus as He holds you and Ashley tightly with His love.

Laurie in Ca.

 
At 1:14 PM , Blogger Sarah said...

Trish, your sweet spirit and positive thinking are always such an inspiration. For being stuck in an awful situation, you really know how to let Christ shine through you! I'm glad to hear that an answer has been found, and I'll pray for Ashley as she has the new treatment. I hope that the side effects don't affect her as much, and that it does its work quickly!

 
At 1:20 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

So glad you have something to go on now even though it isn't what you or we were hoping for. God will see you thru it one day at a time.I was so glad to read Ashley and you have moved to a bigger room and your blessed with a bathroom you can use.I can just picture your little pickle, kicked back and watching Blues. Praying for the blood loss to stop, lot's of rest and sleep for the two of you. Also remembering your family away from you in prayer.I also thank you for keeping us all updated,I'm sure many days it's a struggle to try and journal. What a selfless Lady you are. Continuing to surround you with thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

 
At 1:30 PM , Blogger Troy and Melanie said...

Praying that you continue to find strength in the Lord. He will walk beside you every step of the way - and I (among others visiting this site) will pray you and your family through each and every day. Much love and prayers!

 
At 1:31 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

WE ARE CONTINUING TO PRAY! JACKIE AND SUSAN ROBERTS

 
At 2:46 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Continuing to pray and hold you close to my heart.

Love, Jule White

 
At 2:59 PM , Blogger Gretchen said...

Trish, thanks for the updates and your amazing spirit. You are ministering to me more than you know; isn't it supposed to be the other way around? :) The Father is so big. Congrats on a warm shower in privacy, and with having a definitive word re: diagnosis. Praying for total restoration for that baby. (((hugs)))gretchen

 
At 3:11 PM , Blogger Paulette said...

Well at least we now know what we are up against. I say that like it is me up against it (hehe) but since I am a prayer warrior I do need to know.
I pray the next plan will work whatever the Dr.s set into place, I pray it works.
I will continue to check on you Trish and Ashley and pray the Lord's healing hands all over this baby.

 
At 3:18 PM , Blogger Aunt Boo said...

I am praying like crazy for Ashley, you and your entire family.

Could you post the address where Ashley can receive things again. I can't find it.

Thanks,
Amanda

 
At 3:20 PM , Blogger Becky said...

Trish, as always I am praying for Ashley and the family. I am praying especially for Ashley's healing and to get back to some form of normalcy for your family. I know it was not what you wanted to hear from the Drs. but at least they could give you some kind of an answer. Give that sweet pickle a bunch of hugs and know that you are not alone, we are praying for you all.

 
At 3:24 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Technology is wonderful! I've heard it's pretty easy to set up the web cams. That will make things a little better for all of you. I will be praying for those nasty side effects to not bother her! I agree with Gretchen, I think you are ministering to me as well.

 
At 3:45 PM , Blogger Rachael said...

Trish,

to be honest i cant even remember how i stumbled upon Ashley's blog only a few days ago but please know that i am praying so hard for you and your little girl and your family. the other day i didn't do as well on a test as i had wanted and then i come back here and see what Ashley is going through and realized that i should count the opportunity to even be in school a blessing from God. Ashely seems like a beautiful and sweet little girl and the care and love that you are showing her is unbelievable and amazing. i'll keep praying : )

rachael szewczyk (Pennsylvania)
Messiah college '10

 
At 3:48 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for rest and comfort and healing.
Beth

 
At 4:17 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Glad to hear you have some direction, and we'll continue to pray that the bleeding will just STOP. Hugs and prayers...

 
At 4:27 PM , Blogger Smockity Frocks said...

I am a complete stranger to you, but you are not a stranger in our house. My children and I check here several times a day. They ask often, "How is Ashley doing?" We are praying for your family, and I put a link on my blog. I hope you don't mind.

http://smockityfrocks.blogspot.com/2007/10/perspective.html

 
At 4:56 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

echoing what connie said...ashley is part of all of our families - we think of her as the sun rises and when it sets - and in between! praying for a good reaction to the meds and strength for you to watch her go through it. and just remember....she may smell like a pickle but a gherken is a sweet pickle!!!! and sweet she is!!!!!

 
At 4:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi,my husband is currently deployed overseas and we use Skype for communication. The service is completely free (just has to be downloaded from the Internet) and all you have to purchase is the webcams (unless your computer already has one built in). We have a 15 month old little girl with a heart condition (www.gracefurr.com) and this has worked wonders for us. We use it as well, with the grandparents,aunts, uncles,and of course her daddy gets to watch her play and tell her goodnight etc. We are praying for Ashley and your family daily. You are such an inspiration and a true testimony!
Laura

 
At 5:22 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

My first time here. Your precious peanut has left an imprint on my heart. There is a mother in California praying for her and all of you today.

In His strength and love may you be blessed.

 
At 5:27 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh Trish - I am just reading all of the post and everyone speaks the truth about you! You have changed so many lives - I tell people constantly about you and how amazing your faith is.

I have shed so many tears while reading the story you share and I am astounded at your unwavering faith and determination to continue to praise and be positive. A week or so ago when I found out all this had happened after she had been doing so much better- I was reading to get updated and I read when you were talking about your little girl being in her room crying because she had been stuck so many times and you were just "broken," is what you put. When I read the words "If it is for His glory then let it be..." I just broke down and bawled! Honey, God is using you and this journey as a tool for HIM! You are touching so many lives and God is changing so many lives through you and this journey your family is on.

I check all day to see how Ashley is doing, still continuing to pray. I can't accurately speak for everyone but I can say that probably the reason why so many people are SO willing and want to do for you guys is because of all YOU have done for US during these trying and devestating times in your life. In the midst of heartache and every emotion one can possibly feel, you never stop letting Christ shine through..in ALL that you say!

I could write pages and pages to you but I am sure you want to read other posts!! I do not mean to ramble- I just wish there is some way I could express to you how much YOU and ASHLEY and your entire family have touched ALL of our lives. We love your baby, we love you and your family and are on our faces before our Saviour praying for ALL of you!

Just keep being you! You guys are covered in prayer...and I can just picture God smiling at all of the prayers He is hearing on your behalf!

In Christ,
Amy

 
At 5:37 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am praying fervently and holding you close to my heart!

Love you,

Shari

 
At 5:49 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

While i commend everybody for their feverish praying, i ask isn't it enough?? If there is a GOD he will save Ashley! There is life out there and you people should be living it. I read with interest that people spend the night reading the blog or check for the fiftieth time in a day. It's nice and all but there comes a time when it has to stop!!! I wish Ashley no harm and hope that she gets to go home soon! It's just so redundent to keep praying for the same things every single day!!! Don't you agree??

 
At 6:08 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Anonymous, If it bothers you to read that people are continuing to pray for Ashley, may I ask why you come here? Surely you have better ways to spend your time, then coming here and writing hurtful things. We will continue to pray for and stand by Ashley, her mommy and entire family. We can now add you to our prayer list. I pray God softens your heart and your words. Continuing to surround the littlest pickle in prayer. God Bless.

 
At 6:10 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Trish - have your husband delete the trash below. Don't even read it. We all pray WITHOUT ceasing because that is what we are called to do. We love you and your baby and I will NEVER stop praying for your baby, you and your family.

You have your prayer warriors by our choice not anyone else's.

You know we will continue to pray because we WANT to...not because we HAVE to. There is a difference.

I will pray that God will protect your heart against the evil that is out there just trying to knock you down:

Most Gracious Heavenly Father - I thank You that we can come before You and pray without ceasing for baby Ashley and the Adam family. Father, only You know that have good intentions and those who have only evil intentions. Lord, I pray that You will put a thick, hedge of protection around Trish, Father, and protect her and her family from those whose only intent is to hurt her or create a wedge between her and her intamacy with You. Father, I thank You that You allow us to come to You all day, everyday and pray without ceasing for this baby and her family. Father, I thank You that You not only welcome the prayer but call us to pray; lead us to prayer. Father, hold Trish tight, Lord, and give her comfort to know that there are thousands that are in Your army on her behalf and willing to fight this fight with her and for her. Father, I thank You for loving Trish and I thank You for her precious heart, Father, -her heart for YOU! Protect her, Lord,and continue to keep her in the palm of Your Almighty hand. It is in YOUR precious Son's name that I pray - we love You, Father. Amen.

Trish -sweetie, stay strong, we are praying and won't ever stop!

In Christ,
Amy

 
At 6:43 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Anonymous,

I do not feel i wrote anything hurtful! Didn't i say i wish Ashley no harm and hope she gets to go home soon? Maybe, just maybe i was not brought up to pray so hard and so much every single minute of the day! I just want you all to understand that i hope you are all living your lives and have not become obsessed with Ashley 24/7. I choose to come here because obviously i do care about Ashley! I appreciate that you will pray for me but please do it once and thats it. Maybe it will soften my heart a bit. Again, i meant no harm. I feel bad that you think what i wrote is trash! Trish is a great mommy and strong as nails. Ok, i hope i made my point!

Thanks for listening!

 
At 7:04 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Anonymous,

Please know that you are NOT TRASH! God loves you for right where you are in your life. As you know that when one hurts in your family, we all hurt. I can tell that your heart hurts for sweet Ashley like ours does.

God commands us to pray. That is scriptural. And there are so many verses about prayer and books that teach us about a strong prayer life that I would love to suggest to you if you would like to email me.

One scripture that I would like to share with you is Ephesians 6:18 and that is: "With all prayer and petition pray at ALL TIMES, in the spirit, with ALL PERSEVERANCE and petition for all saints.

God moves through prayer and I am sure that you have seen that through the prayers that have been said round the clock for Ashley.

Again, YOU ARE LOVED and are NOT TRASH.

Cheryl Jones
cherlilly12@yahoo.com

 
At 7:08 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

hey, anonymous, i appreciate your comments. i hear what you are saying and understand where it is coming from. i work every day and babysit for friends and family. i teach youth and go to many of their athletic events to support them. i am part of a large, loving family. i had a break from work this weekend and was looking at my friend's blogs when i came across ashley's site and did spend hours reading it because i was amazed at what this family has been through and the strength they show AND particularly the strength of their faith AND the relationship they have with Jesus Christ. i certainly have a very busy life but try to take the time to check on ashley during my day. i think what draws us to ashley's blog is 1)most of us seem to be filled with compassion and have tender hearts; 2)many of us have healthy children or perhaps have a child who has died or will lose a sick child so we relate in some way to trish and dave's struggles as parents; 3)and mainly, i think we come because we are so aware of the need to be comforting, supporting, encouraging to this family. because most of us are believers, we feel we are called by God to do that for others who are in need and suffering. that is what we have learned from knowing Him. being a "believer" doesn't just mean attending church, talking
"church-talk", or attending bible studies. it is truly BEING Jesus to other people. and praying without ceasing. i would hope for you, that if you were ever facing a crisis or tragedy, you would have friends who would do the same for you. i know i would. when trish is dealing with the life and death struggles that Ashley faces, we hope it is a comfort for her to come to this comment page and continue to read every day and night that there are complete strangers out there who continue to pray for her family. yes, we have lives and are VERY busy. but not too busy to take time from our day to love on her and dave and blake and allison. i know you meant no harm and in your own way you are being supportive. God bless you, jan431

 
At 7:14 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "All praise to God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us." jan431

 
At 7:20 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hey, girl, at least now we know for sure what we are fighting against: rejection. That's something we can wrap our minds around and come against the enemy and pray specifically about; total healing from rejection. I can tell this is hard on you Trish but you have no idea what your faith and tenacity in HANGING ON! has done for me. I honestly don't know how you do it, but am SOOO thankful you do. So glad you and Dave took to the webcam idea and that Dave is able to work on that from his end. I am sure little Allie is going to love being able to see and talk to her Mommy again. Thank you Dave. Just for being such a strong man and being SOOO full of integrity. I KNOW this can't be easy for you. Anyway, praying Ashley comes out of rejection:) Judy

 
At 7:28 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

It is wonderful how the life of this little girl who is so fervently prayed for can be a testimony to some who do not believe in the importance of prayer....covering one in prayer leaves little room for the enemy to sneak in. God's warriors are busy defending His Children and our fervent prayers continually keep the enemy at bay...it may feel redundant and even cause us to wonder as to God's intentions...but by no means is it trivial pr overdone...warriors (especially prayer warriors) are called to be vigilant and always watchful...
Thus, there are many who continue to pray for this little girl..not only for her comfort and healing but for the testimony that she is to the love of God and the power of prayer...Pray without ceasing....

 
At 7:31 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Well, I hope sweet Ashley is smelling like a princess tonight and that bathtime went well. I can just see her all snuggled up under her cozy bed that you so lovingly prepare for her and laying on her pretty pink pillow. A bed lovingly made by her mommy.

Cuddle time, mommy time, storytime. Sure sounds like a great plan to me.

I am so happy you are going to be setting up a web cam and be able to have your family times and to look at eachother. And like you said, how wonderful for the kids to be able to look at Ashley and talk to her and to get to say their prayers with their mommy. I know that the Lord will use that time to nourish your spirit and to keep you strong.

Cheryl Jones

 
At 7:36 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I do not think the post below was calling you, in person trash but the seemingly unsupport in the constant and continuous prayer. Ashley's entire family should only see happy, encouraging, uplifting words - not someone giving their opinion in a negative tone.

Again, I do not think the poster was calling you trash but rather - the words used in your message about having a life and "getting on with it," instead of just saying nothing at all, if you don't agree with the amount of time people are praying for this family.

 
At 7:51 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm continuing to pray for grace to grace and strength to strength as you rely on Him for all you need. I hope you're also feeling the great love and the awesome power of the prayers that we all have and will continue to lift for Ashley's healing. I hope you're both able to rest tonight!

 
At 8:06 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

One of the central Jewish prayers for those who are ill or recovering from illness or accidents is the Mi Sheberakh, whose name is taken from its first two Hebrew words. With a holistic view of humankind, it prays for physical cure as well as spiritual healing, asking for blessing, compassion, restoration, and strength, within the community of others facing illness as well as all Jews, all human beings.







Traditionally, the Mi Sheberakh is said in synagogue when the Torah is read. If the patient herself/himself cannot be at services, a close relative or friend might be called up to the Torah for an honor, and the one leading services will offer this prayer, filling in the name of the one who is ill and her/his parents.



Increasingly, the Mi Sheberakh has moved into other settings and other junctures. Chaplains, doctors, nurses, and social workers are now joining patients and those close to them in saying the Mi Sheberakh at various junctures--before and after surgery, during treatments, upon admission or discharge, on the anniversary of diagnosis, and more. We present it to you here, in English translation and in transliteration from the Hebrew, as a resource for you as you confront the challenges of illness.




May the One who blessed our ancestors --

Patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob,

Matriarchs Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah --

bless and heal the one who is ill:

Ashley/daughter of ___Trish and Dave.



May the Holy Blessed One

overflow with compassion upon her,

to restore her,

to heal her,

to strengthen her,

to enliven her.



The One will send her, speedily,

a complete healing --

healing of the soul and healing of the body --

along with all the ill,

among the people of Israel and all humankind,

soon,

speedily,

without delay,

and let us all say: Amen!


I am jewish, i found this and felt it to be appropriate for little Ashley! I realize that i was not being called trash but my words were! It's funny but after i read the prayer that i found i can almost understand the force of it all!

To dear Cheryl Jones: Thank you for your nice words to me! If you don't mind you can email me some information on praying i would appreciate it.

Again, i meant no harm. I want Trish to see this and realize that i am only human.

I would like to let you all know that i have helped a family in need with a monetary gift. I will not go into details but somehow i felt the need to do it.

It will hurt me if Ashley does not get well. She is beautiful.

Lets all live and love and pray but just understand i cannot do it all the time. I just can't think of the suffering. It makes me depressed to know that there is so much suffering out there. My mom has leukemia. I guess most of my prayers goes to her. Maybe, some of you can pray for her??? Yes, i know thats asking a lot and it goes against what i said but i know you are all out there and caring and loving...

Trish and Dave: My thoughts are with you. Just not 24/7. Be strong for Ashley. She needs you guys the most!!

Thanks for listening!

 
At 8:32 PM , Blogger Holly said...

Praying in the morning...praying in the noontime...praying when the sun goes down. Hope that lil' song encourages you tonight. :)

Praying over your family, especially Ashley.
Lord You are ABLE to make all things fall in line for Ashley's Good. I ask you to make her well, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

 
At 8:34 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Trish-

I want to fly by for a minute and let you know I won't have computer access for a couple days because I will be in the hospital myself, but I will be sure and continue praying every day!

Loving you from afar, Sister!

Shari

 
At 9:09 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear anonymous,
I just wanted to tell you that the reason we keep praying for little Ashley is very simple. It's FAITH. Faith is perservering, strong, and never ceasing. I do not fully understand why you would not want to just throw yourself at the feet of the Lord in this matter, and just beg for little Ashley's safety. I, because of my young age of thirteen, am not a go-to person about faith. I am not wise enough for that. But, I guess I just took for granted the fact that one would simply want to beg God for Ashley's safety. And I am praying for you, and not just once. I pray that God will indeed soften your heart. And no, I do not hink you are trash. We are all sinners and have no right to call anyone trash. I do think, though, that the lady who said what you said was trash, really meant that it was what you said, not who you are. I also think that little Ashley just needs uplifting words at this point. Thank you.
I'm praying for little pickle too!!! :)
-Anna

 
At 9:40 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

As a Grandma who loves Ashley and Trish with all her heart I wish to say "THANK YOU" to each and every person who lifts them up to our Father in Heaven each day in prayer. Every single prayer is meaningful and does not fall on deaf ears - that is evident from the many times God has answered them by allowing Ash to experience life and by the fact that Trish and Dave have experienced HIS peace and strength during very, very difficult times. I also see the hand of God almighty in Blake and Allie as they do a a beautiful job of handling life while their mom is away. God has not left out us grandparents, either, and we feel HIS holy presence calming our spirits as well. Please continue those prayers as often as you can, and I will commit to pray for those who are mentioned, also, such as the one who has lukemia and those who have hurting hearts. Our Lord hears each of us and answers as HE knows is best for us and I praise HIM for it all - in Jesus precious name! Grandma

 
At 9:40 PM , Blogger Laurie in Ca. said...

Well, here I am back for the 51st time today:) wanting to let you know Ashley and you are loved and praying for another wonderful nights sleep for both of you. My life has been blessed and I feel very content. With that said, I am grateful and I want to reach out and encourage you where you are at, not where you want to be, but you are there for Ashley out of love. I am humbled to pray for this little sweetie as she fights to get well.
It keeps me talking to the Lord all throughout my day as I pray for others too. I will continue to check on you guys as you truly have become an extended part of my family. I hope the treatment is going well with few side effects for her, and that the bleeding has stopped.
Good night and see you in the morning.
Love, Laurie in Ca.

 
At 9:40 PM , Blogger Barbie @ Mamaology said...

Praying for all of you. Sweet little Ashley, yourself and your family back at home.

 
At 9:43 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear anonymous. First of all let me just say how sorry I am to hear that your mother has leukemia and how completely understandable it is that most of your prayers are going out to her. As well they should! She is your mother, just like Trish is Ashley's mother and Trish's prayers and ours go out to little Ashley and her family in much the same way as I am sure yours go out to your mother. I I am sure Trish and her family can relate all to well to where you are at emotionally in dealing with your cancer ridden mother as their own precious Ashley Kate has battled against cancer. Second of all, let me also just say thank you for breaking your anonymity and for coming out and apologizing. I can hear your contrite heart and I think it took great courage for you to do that. We all have our faults and I am sure that we ALL, at times, MYSELF included have struggled with prayer and the concept of suffering. I will of course pray for you, my Jewish friend, and for your mother who is battling leukemia. I would encourage you to continue to pray without ceasing for your mother as i know you have already mentioned that most of your prayers go out to her. May I also just say that prayer is not just a religious ritual we go through to be done at certain set times every day but is instead an ongoing personal, intimate conversation we have with our heavely Father on a daily basis. Prayer is how we talk to God.
Sleep well Adams Family. I'm going to bed. I am on the day shift right now and have been up since 4:00 a.m.so I a very tired.:) Judy

 
At 9:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Delete! Delete! Soomeone said something so DELETE! Please keep this place a praise posting and a place for all of us to share our hearts and prayer desires. Stop clawing out the eyes and heart of someone with a different point of view then yours and not even knowing what that person is going through. The Christians who showed their haughtiness against one writer are the ones that broke the sweet spirit of this day.
Don't DELETE, EXAMINE YOU!

 
At 9:59 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

We are lifting you all up in prayer tonight. We hope and pray that you all have a restful night. God bless your precious family!

 
At 10:03 PM , Blogger Amy T said...

Well, at least now they can devise a plan of attack. So happy about the webcam news. I just know the kiddos will be SO thrilled with it all (as will you and Dave too, of course!). Praying that the treatment works quickly and that Ashley suffers as little side effects as possible. Enjoy your privacy in your new room and I'm praying that you and Ashley both get a restful night.

 
At 10:22 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

as i am going to bed now i want to specifically pray for ashley's grandma. i am a relatively new grandmother (a 2 yr old, 18 mo old, 1 mo old and one on the way!)and i know how much grandparents' hearts must break to watch your children go through this and to see little ashley suffer. i also pray for our jewish friend and his/her mother who has leukemia. bless and protect all who come to this site. jan431

 
At 10:32 PM , Blogger Wendy said...

Trish, I'm continuing to keep you and your family and precious Ashley in my prayers.

I also want to say that I found this thread of comments especially touching. Anonymous - I hear what you are saying; I hear your fear - I am so sorry your mother is sick and I will of course add her (and you) to my prayers.

One of the reasons I check in with this blog daily is that it inspires me to hold onto my faith no matter what. It is so easy to let life overcome us - to defeat us - to cast doubt and foster fear in us. I believe God is working through Trish and Ashley - helping us to see the power of faith and prayer...and that is one reason I visit so often. The other reason is that Ashley has touched my heart - I look at this tiny child who was born so small and with so many mountains in front of her, and she just keeps fighting and showing us how to LIVE.

 
At 9:04 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you everybody!! I woke up today fearing that i would see a slew of comments condemming me for my thoughts. Instead, i found support and concern for my mom! I simply cannot tell you how that makes me feel!!! A simple thank you may not suffice but thats all i have!!

MichelleJ

P.S. Laurie thank you for your sense of humour. Maybe 51 times is a charm!!

 
At 10:55 AM , Blogger ange said...

I am so glad you are feeling the love of the Lord right now. You have a wonderful way of putting things so we know what to pray specifically for. Thank you for sharing this journey with us. You will continue to be in my prayers.
ange (from TX)

 
At 12:14 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for not condemning ME for my words. I am beginning to think I shouldn't have said what I said. But, I'm thirteen and I don't think that I'm wise enough for that! But anonymous, I am praying for your mom! Praying very hard.

 
At 1:08 PM , Blogger Michelle said...

Hello Anna,
You are only 13 but you seem so wise way beyond your years. I appreciate that you are praying for my mom! Thank you for that! Because you pray for me, i will pray for Ashley the best way i know how!! I also pray for you sweet girl. I know you will grow up to be a bright caring loving human being!!

Michelle

 

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