Ashley's Story

She will leave fingerprints all over your heart

2/08/2008

"Radpidly Declining......

....and we have no idea why." She is getting sicker and sicker. She has had just about every test they can think of and all are negative thus far. For now she can't breathe on her own, her blood pressure is dropping and her kidneys are shutting down. Every type of antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral she has ever had and then quite a few new ones we have never heard of have been started. They are doing an echocardiogram and have discussed dialysis.

Please be in prayer for (and ask everyone you know) the littlest pickle, that she will continue to fight and fight and fight like we know she can. We will update if we learn anything new.

We want her back and we want her doing the "itsy bitsy spider" just like she was a couple of days ago.

DAVE

78 Comments:

At 2:43 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

My heart breaks for you. Praying to our Almighty Father to heal this child. Lord, let your angels surround her and keep her safe.

 
At 2:43 PM , Blogger Joyful Days said...

Prayers.

 
At 2:44 PM , Blogger Sandy said...

I am praying for Ashley and your family. I have been checking what seems like every 5 minutes to see how she is doing. Thank you for the updates! I hope they can find out what the problem is and begin treating it as needed. I am thinking about her and will continue to pray and check up on her.

 
At 2:45 PM , Blogger Laurie in Ca. said...

Praying for Ashley and for you. Asking the Lord to intervene right now. And for peace that passes all understanding for you. I don't think my first comment posted, if it did, sorry for the repeat.

Praying, Laurie in Ca.

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

Praying without ceasing! Sending love hope and strength to you all along with the prayers. Gentle (((hugs))) for Ash too.

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

Praying.

 
At 2:48 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying continually.

 
At 2:49 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying with every fiber of my being.For Ashley,for Blake,for Allie,for the two of you,for Ash's grandparents.I am saying even more prayers for Ashley as part of mt Lenten journey.

 
At 2:52 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm praying for you!

 
At 2:53 PM , Blogger Dk's Wife said...

Many, many prayers for your little pickle.

I have had her placed on a prayer list on a forum I frequent.

God Bless you all!

Kay

 
At 2:53 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Emailed my entire address book and getting on my knees now.
Take care, Rhonda

 
At 2:53 PM , Blogger Cristy said...

We are praying here in GA and I will alert my prayer warrior friends to join me in approaching the Throne on behalf of your sweet family. Thank you for taking the time to update her condition so we can know the needs as they arise.

May you feel the peace that only God can bestow as you care for sweet Ashley.

 
At 2:55 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for all of you!
Anna

 
At 2:55 PM , Blogger Kris Schneider said...

Praying right now!
Kris

 
At 2:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Please God ...

 
At 3:00 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

PRAYING CONSTANTLY! We love you guys!!!

Love,
Lisa

 
At 3:01 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for you all constantly and checking in frequently for new things to pray specifically for. Prayers also for the medical staff that they can find what is ailing your little pickle so much.

 
At 3:03 PM , Blogger Shari said...

Jesus, please lay your hand on this little one and heal her. Give the Drs. wisdom on how to help her. Comfort her scared Mommy and Daddy and Blake and Allie, too. Please Lord, help this precious child.

In Jesus Name,

Amen

 
At 3:04 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I, just like most, keep checking your blog every few minutes and this is NOT what I was hoping to see. But we know she pulled through many times before and she is a true miracle, so I once again ask that He can help her fight through this one again and for your family to be strong as well. Take care. Corey, MO

 
At 3:07 PM , Blogger Sunshine said...

Oh I am so sorry. I have refreshed the screen a million times today - I have also linked my blog to yours requesting prayer and will call/email my entire family and friends to get them to pray too - you will be lifted up continually - May God's peace settle over you guys like never before! Sunshine

 
At 3:10 PM , Blogger Michelle said...

Just linked a request on my blog. I am praying here...just as I have for over a year.

Michelle

 
At 3:11 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Lord God, I lift up this tiny baby to you today. I ask that you step in and fill the doctors and nurses with Godly Knowledge, answers to their questions. and wisdom in how to treat this child of yours. God give this family peace. From the children to the parents and outwards. Lord you know how the story ends and I pray that you step in now and do things according to your will. Be with this family and let them feel your presence around them. In Jesus' Name. Amen

 
At 3:12 PM , Blogger bubbebobbie said...

Lord Jesus, You know how much I love Pickles, but this Little Pickle she is REALLY loved by her family and they are seeking you for a miracle. We come to you in the Name of and by the Blood of Jesus beseeching You to do a mighty Work in this Littlest of blessings.

Because of Jesus, Bobbie
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/bubbebobbie/

 
At 3:16 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for all of you!
Linda

 
At 3:20 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for all of you!

 
At 3:22 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

praying, praying, praying
Beth

 
At 3:23 PM , Blogger Fran said...

Praying for all of you....

Love,
Fran

 
At 3:25 PM , Blogger Keri said...

Praying and praying for God to touch her little body and make it work the way He designed it to work!!!!

 
At 3:28 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for you all.
krista

 
At 3:30 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying!!!

 
At 3:34 PM , Blogger Tami said...

praying...
trusting...
praising...

 
At 3:34 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

we are praying the healing, protecting blood of our Savior over the little pickle.. may His will be done in yours/Ashleys lives. I feel like I have been here all day.... waiting to hear that she is in great shape! :) I hope you feel His loving arms around you and know that we are on our knee's in prayer for you all..

Freebergs in Wi.

 
At 3:40 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

i am so sorry. i am praying...

 
At 3:51 PM , Blogger Unknown said...

Abba Father, We come to you now begging for the life of this precious child. We know that you are the Might Healer and we ask that you put this baby back together one piece at a time. Breathe for her, please. Fill this family with hope and streght, for we know you make all things new.

Amen

 
At 3:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying. Always.

 
At 4:03 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

You are in our continued prayers. I e-mailed family and friends last night and asked that they pray for Ashley Kate as well. May God watch over your little pickle and keep her safe. Thank you for keeping all of us updated. God's blessings to all of you.

Prayers,
Gina, Mommy to Lucas

 
At 4:15 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

You are in our prayers!
The Jacobs Family

 
At 4:17 PM , Blogger Holly said...

Asking God to give the doctor's insight and bring in His Hand to heal.

Praying and asking Jesus to be mighty,
holly

 
At 4:19 PM , Blogger kingfamily said...

So sad to here this news.Praying for Ash and extra stenght and grace for her mommy & daddy( & brother and sister too0!
Love & Prayers,
Brandi in PA

 
At 4:19 PM , Blogger Priscilla said...

praying for courage and peace for you all

 
At 4:23 PM , Blogger Melissa De Mers said...

i hope you don't mind, i linked your blog on mine & i posted on my blog about Ashely & i know my family & friends will be praying.

i will send it to my church's prayer circle as well.

www.mthdemers.blogspot.com

praying for Ashley & your family,
Melissa

 
At 4:26 PM , Blogger Robyn said...

Continuing to pray...

 
At 4:27 PM , Blogger Sara said...

Praying and will continue to do so.

 
At 4:41 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have pleaded for prayer on my blog and continue to lift her up myself! She has SO MANY people praying for her as she fights this battle.

Much love,
calissa

 
At 4:47 PM , Blogger TheRagan3 said...

it has been a while since I checked in... My heart is so sad for you all. I hated to hear that Ashley isn't doing well. I know that our Father, the Great Physician, is bigger than this and I am praying for her quick healing. Praying for Blake, Allie and the rest of your family.
We love you guys!
Erinn and Abraham
MD

 
At 4:47 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I've sent out emails and made phones and am myself praying. Love, Stephanie

 
At 4:54 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have checked constantly today. I am astounded how things changed so quickly. It amazes me that you, Trish, knew something was not right. She has been vommiting for months and NOW you just KNEW something wasn't right. God gave you this discernment for a reason and led you to take her in. You are SO in God's will! I am thankful for that and thankful that you knew something wasn't right and did what a wonderful mommy should do...took her in.

I have sent all of my profs at LeTourneau University a prayer request. We have prayed for her so many, many times in many of my classes. They all have the prayer requests now and they too will be praying. I am also letting everyone I know know so they TOO will be praying.

Thank you for the updates! It allows us to know what to pray for and when we need to call in everyone we know of at any given moment.

Continued prayers - God IS holding your angel and He IS in control!

You are so very loved....
Amy and Kyle

 
At 4:55 PM , Blogger Unknown said...

Many many prayers for you and your family. Thanks for the updates.

 
At 5:03 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am praying for your little pickle, and your family.

Praying in Houston Texas

 
At 5:03 PM , Blogger Elizabeth said...

Praying!

 
At 5:03 PM , Blogger Unknown said...

Praying.

 
At 5:04 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

OH my gosh. My heart is breaking for you guys right now. Praying for you.

 
At 5:06 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am praying that the doctors will figure out what is wrong and that God will heal her little body.

 
At 5:07 PM , Blogger One of the Bunch said...

May the Father surround sweet Ashley tonight. Praying for peace and comfort for your entire family.
Becky (MI)

 
At 5:09 PM , Blogger Michelle said...

May God hold you in his arms as you go through this. I will be praying.

 
At 5:16 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Storming the Heavens with prayer for the littlest pickle...and for your entire family. My heart is breaking for you all. We all know the power of God and we know he is hearing each and every prayer. God Bless..Karen

 
At 5:18 PM , Blogger Lori said...

On my knees praying for your sweet girl.

 
At 5:32 PM , Blogger Carey said...

I am praying for Ashley! Im praying for your family and Im praying for her doctors.

 
At 5:45 PM , Blogger Rob and Amy said...

Praying, and praying. Lord, please let all of us feel your closeness...let us feel ourselves in the palm of your healing hands....please bring strength and faith....

 
At 5:46 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Trish and Dave,
I know you are just overwhelmed with how quickly things went for the worst. I know the feeling. It really is amazing how fast these little ones can change, but our jos is to stay strong and let God decide what is best for our children right now. I will continue to ptay for Ashley.

 
At 5:51 PM , Blogger Bttrfly1976 said...

I'm praying, anyone who may stumble upon my blog will be praying. You are not alone. I wish somehow I could do more in bearing your burden, but I will pray and I will do so earnestly. I am so sorry.

 
At 6:05 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Wraping you all in prayer.

 
At 6:21 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying as I type. Keep us posted, please! In Christ Name we lift thee!

 
At 6:41 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Our family will keep yours in our prayers. I'll call my extended family and get them praying as well.

 
At 6:44 PM , Blogger Laura said...

Thank you so much for the updates...we're praying for your sweet baby.

 
At 6:53 PM , Blogger Wendy said...

Praying and crying and hoping.

 
At 6:56 PM , Blogger Ivey's Mom said...

our hearts are with you

 
At 6:59 PM , Blogger Amy said...

We are praying and asking others to do so as well.

 
At 7:04 PM , Blogger G said...

Oh my. I'd missed of few days of reading your blog....

I will definitely be praying.

 
At 7:06 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am so very sorry to hear this news. We are praying for little Ashley to get better & to keep fighting. We pray for the doctors & nurses to be able to find out what is wrong with her so that they can start her healing.
We pray that Jesus sends Michael & His Angels of healing & protection to stand guard with a flaming sword around dear sweet little Ashley! In the name of Jesus we pray.
May God hold you ALL in His arms and comfort you and give you the peace you all deserve so very much.
Praying, praying, praying
~Okla

 
At 7:22 PM , Blogger Mandy said...

I am praying for little Ashley!! ~mandy~

 
At 7:29 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Prayers for your whole family. I'm going to keep visualizing her singing the itsy bitsy spider, happy and healthy.

 
At 7:29 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm literally shaking as I read this post. I will be praying for you guys. My heart breaks for you all. God is the ultimate healer and I will pray that his hand is upon your little pickle. She is such an inspiration to all of us as is your entire family. Thank you for sharing your story with us!

 
At 7:39 PM , Blogger Mamma_of _five said...

Praying. From British Columbia , Canada.
Tawny

 
At 7:41 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Praying for miraculous healing... praying for wisdom and direction for the doctors... praying for comfort for each of you in Omaha and Texas (and everywhere in between). Praying, praying, praying...

 
At 7:49 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh Lord we cry out to you for this little fighter that she is. There is a purpose for her life, this we know and we are praying that there is still so much for her to accomplish. Be this family's strength when little sleep is theirs right now.
Cheryl Jones
Ohio

 
At 7:53 PM , Blogger cindy/barron said...

Trish I have not been writing lately but my prayers have still been with you all and will continue i am so sadden that the pickle is so sick again but am asking God to place his healing hand all over her and get her through this.

 
At 8:48 PM , Blogger PartyofFive said...

Praying for Ashley.

 

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