February 23, 2007 - This week is over...

Hello Everyone! The week started out rough . . . but as always the good Lord pulled us through and it is ending on a great note! Sunday Erik had a seizure that his emergency medication stopped but then 45 minutes later it started again. We had him transported to Duke for evaluation and observation. It appears that he just needed a medication adjustment. It was a valuable experience for us because as long as he is growing and changing (healing), until he is fully restored, periodically we will need to adjust his medications. The remainder of the week has been really good for Erik. He has been very happy and smiling quite a bit. He has eaten well and appears to be increasingly more aware of things going on around him. We heard a song this week that has helped carry us through - Third Day's - Cry Out to Jesus. Below is a part of the lyrics that keep playing over and over again in my head: "There is hope for the helpless Rest for the weary Love for the broken heart There is grace and forgiveness Mercy and healing He'll meet you wherever you are" Never hesitate to "cry out to Jesus" in times of need. He expects us to rely on Him and we need to make our needs and wants known. Our family and friends continue to ask for complete restoration and healing for Erik and firmly believe that this is in Erik's future. Remember that God knows where you are and He will meet you wherever you are. Thanks for all of the continued prayers and support. Enjoy the weekend . . . wherever you may be! Erik's Family