Long night

Ryan ended up going down to the OR at 1:30pm. She didn't return until 10:30pm. The actual procedure went well. The problem was when they took her off bypass, she lost her heart rate. At one point they were performing CPR and dumping EPI into her. We were told by our nurse and ICU Doctor to prepare for the worst. Well, she turned a corner and she is still here up in our room. We are by no means out of the woods but she is stable and slowly heading in the right direction. They did have to leave her chest open to give room for swelling. We hope to close the chest in 3 to 4 days. Thanks for prayers, Jared

Surgery moved

Surgery for Ryan has been moved to 2:30pm. Thanks, Jared

Nothing Hinders the Lord

Jonathan said to the young man who carried his armor, "Come, let us go over to the garrison of these uncircumcised. It may be that the Lord will work for us, for nothing can hinder the Lord from saving by many or by few." (1 Samuel 14:6 ESV)

We shall give the Lord room to work. We will not be wishful but hopeful, in eager anticipation of what God will do next.

Surgery Thursday

Ryan's surgery is scheduled for this Thursday at 12:30pm. Thanks for the prayers, Jared

Overwhelmed

Much thanks goes out to everyone who donated to us at the poker tournament. Michelle and I are both humbled by all of the support! May God bless you. Jared

Surgery Wednesday

Surgery for Ryan's heart is still scheduled for Wednesday. I will post the exact time as soon as I know. She has been holding steady and has not had anymore seizures. The MRI from this morning showed less swelling and no bleeding. Thanks for the prayers and support. Jared

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1st Thes 5:16-18

Full heart repair

Ryan is tentatively scheduled for her full heart repair next Wednesday(not tomorrow). Please pray for Michelle and I as we sit down with both surgeons to discuss the plans. Please pray that God gives us the right words to say. This will be huge because we will be deciding who will be the primary surgeon for Ryan as she undergoes a major heart surgery. This meeting takes place tomorrow. We also ask that you pray for no more setbacks. Ryan currently has had only one seizure since her stroke and none in the last 72 hours. Thanks again for your prayers and support. Jared