ICU day 2
I’m on blackberry, so it will be short and probably full of spelling mistakes….but whatever.
Today, started pretty rough (stay tuned, the story gets better). Misty is still in a coma and her heart rate was alarmingly high – up to 174! We also, found a 103 degree fever shortly after that. A bit later an ultrasound of her legs revealed a deep vein thrombosis (clotting) on the back of her right knee. Unfortunately, with everything going on in her head we can’t give any blood thinners to get rid of the clot. The only action is to insert a filter so that when this clot dislodges from the wall, it doesn’t get to the heart and probably kill her. The day had a series of other dramas as well, like a cooling blanket with a leak flooding mistys bed and a couple friendly reminders of why every patient needs an advocate who stays with them and pays attention to everything.
Ok, on to the good stuff. First I need to say that I was so encouraged today when I sat down to read the comments. It was like so many of you actually do believe with us that Misty will be healed. It was really nice.
Secondly, the nurse we had during the day was absolutely wonderful. And the funny part was, I realized that she is my mother’s, cousin’s,husband’s, little brothers, wife whom I have never met!! I’m not even making that up! Jennifer was really great – knowledgeable, caring, competent, friendly.
We had the minor surgery to implant the filters and it went well – no problems.
By the end of the day (1am) her heart rate was down under 125 and the fever below 100 degrees!
I have another good story, but it has to wait till another night. We are doing good – keeping praying and Misty will walk out of here soon!
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God is good… ALL the time!
Hugs & prayers, Lisa & Earl
ps I was trying to remember how Earl knows you – i’ve been putting your family on the prayer list as Earl’s college roommate, but I wasn’t sure… it’s just easier than explaining how I know you from Senate. Earl reminded me of “robust smokehouse stew” and that you really were Engineering House together! Good times.
Busy day! Glad you were blessed in the midst. : ) Still praying and believing!
Psalm 27:13-14 I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.
Praise God!!!! Thank you Father for all the things you are doing in Misty to bring her to complete healing. We will continue to pray. God is faithful!!!!!
Love Lavenia
Praise GOD, Hallelujah! Our GOD is an awesome GOD.
I got GOD bumps! So thankful that her fever is going down. Praise GOD for her heart rate getting back near to normal again. I’m believing it will be normal real soon. I’m also thankful that Misty went thru that minor surgery and is recovering from it. Even tho these medical events seem “small” to some, they are indeed huge. GOD is working and I’m so confident that Misty WILL walk out of the hospital whole, healed and totally recovered in Jesus name!
“Thank you GOD for taking good care of your daughter and her husband. Wrap your mighty wings around them and shield them from anything contrary and negative. May they feel the peace that surpasses all understanding. Give them your rest Father. Thank you Father for the medical staff and everyone involved in Misty’s care. Father GOD give them the wisdom to take care of Misty to the very best of their ability. Father, I recognize you are the ultimate healer, annoint their hands. Finally Father send your angels to keep watch. To guide and guard this precious family in Jesus name. Thank you for what you have done Father and what you will do! It’s in you, whom we truly trust. In Jesus precious name I pray…Amen.”
Darren…pulling for you all over here on the west coast! Peace be with you, brother.
Darren,
still praying with the team I´m with in Spain. Ps. 62 says, My soul finds rest in God alone. He alone is my rock and my salvation, He is my fortress. I will not be shaken. later in verse 7 it says, my salvation and my honor depend on God, He is my mighty rock and my refuge. Love you guys, Justine and NJ WM team in Spain
Just hang in there. Praying and believing in a miracle. Thank you for keeping us up to date!!
Take care,
Justine
We had a solemn assembly(Nehemiah 9)for our city today and in the midst were able to stop several times to share with everyone about Misty and pray. The Lord woke me up this morning (3:30) to pray as well, and I can feel that He is stirring things up in the Spirit. We too are confident Darren. This new situation changes nothing except the circumstances. The facts are that God has said he is healing Misty and HE IS. We rejoice that the God who created Misty holds her life in His hands and He who promised is faithful. I continually see her getting up from that bed, breathing on her own, renewed completely in her body and mind; astounding all of the medical profession. Our God is so incredibly faithful and we wait in eager anticipation for the fullness of His healing to come. We sang a song today at the Solemn Assembly for Burlington and it is still ringing true for Misty (and you). I know that in the midst of ridiculous faith there is a weariness that lurks around every bend (especially when you haven’t really rested for a very very long time). But be encouraged this is that the Lord says: “Say to those who are broken hearted, do not lose your faith. The Lord your God is strong and his loving arms, when you call on His name – He will come and save. He will come and save you, He will come and save you; say to the weary one your God will surely come, He will come and save you.” Believing and holding up your arms in Burlington, NJ.
Hi Sweet Ones,
You can bet we’re all praying until we’re senseless and yes we do all believe that Misty will walk out of the hospital.
We’re praying for God to give you all the strength and faith to get through this and are so thankful that Misty has so much faith in our Lord to let him heal her no matter what it takes.
We LOVE you all dearly.
Love,
Aunt Kim, Uncle Steven, and Bella
Hi Darren and Misty,
I am Doug Eagles’ mom–I knew Misty while she and Doug were classmates at Central Jersey School–and I met you years ago at FBC Red Bank (you once preached a whopper of a sermon on youth Sunday and had us Baptists on our knees at the altar)! I just wanted you to know that Cross Road Baptist Church of Bangor, PA (I’m the pastor!)is praying for Misty’s healing, for your continued strength, and that you will continue to experience God’s presence, his provision, and above all–his peace. HUG, Kathy and Loren Eagles
“…and Misty will walk out of here soon!” Exactly what I have been praying for. Still praying.
-josh
Of course we are standing with you and on God’s word for a total healing and restoration for Misty and your wonderful family.
He is your portion – to God be the glory forever and always.
I check your blog regularly for updates on Misty and had to comment today. This morning I woke up with both of you on my heart and have been praying for both of you.
I believe with you for complete and total healing of Misty. And I am praying for an overwhelming sense of God’s presence over you both right now.
Jolanthe
I want to thank you for allowing me to join you on this incredible walk of faith. I had a dream last night that we all were rejoicing at Misty’s miraculous healing. I am praying and standing with you during this time.
In fact, I can’t wait to sit down with all of you for dinner.
May God continue to bless you and encourage you.
Claudia
Yes, Darren we do keep believing with you, for you, touching Misty, completing the healing. I always remember that old Corrie Ten Boom story about getting on the train without the ticket. The Lord supplied the ticket at the last minute. His Heart is filled with the perfect Love for us all; may that Love surround you guys now and strengthen you. Be encouraged, much love, Gail and Russ
What a blessing to wake up today and read your post. It was heavy on my heart all day and I am still praying for Misty’s healing. So are my girls. I just posted (on my blog) a prayer that I found of Tally’s in a journal. It included Misty. God is working to bring the body together and glorify Him.
We love you guys.
Cris and Chuck and girls
WOW! I’m so excited to hear of the improvement at the end of the night – another part of the miracle in progress. Love you both and still believing and praying…
Praying Praying Praying!!!!!!!
Darr,
I was binding that spirit of infirmity day and night yesterday! There’s no way he is going to steal Misty from us- PRAISE GOD! You know, that’s all this really is. The devil wants to attack a loving God-serving family, but he misjudged what he is up against! Thank you Lord for all those praying with authority!
LETS ALL GIVE MUCH PRAISE TODAY FOR GOD- OUR DELIVERER AND HEALER!
Love
Kristyna
You bet we believe she is going to be healed… I think someone above said praying ’til we are “senseless” and she is healed. That pretty much sums it up. (Your and Misty’s faith has renewed mine.)I’m glad there were “ups” to your day. Looking forward to the other good story!
We are standing firm with you guys and are praying and believing for our miracle. XOXO
Love, Darren & Jane
Darren, we are praying night and day here. My children are continually praying. We are pleading with the Father for healing and that God would move QUICKLY!
Darren-
Please know that although we do not post often we pray, no plead before the Lord for you daily. We check in every day so that we know what best to pray for. The Lord is mighty to heal and his love for you and Misty and Olivia is a desperate, don’t get in my way kind of love. I hate that we have to live in a fallen world, but thankfully our God is SO much bigger than all of that… I am sure you read this passage often but I just wanted to share it with you…
“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge–that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Eph 3:17-20
We are praying for more than healing- We are praying for more than we can “think or imagine.”
Darren,
Thanks for keeping us up to date! I’m glad to hear that Misty’s fever is down :-). Still praying for you guys here in Maryland!
Darren, Misty, et. al;
Bella and I have been up since four on the back veranda – our spot for listening to Gods creatures awaken and for us to raise our praise for Misty’s complete healing. Our neighbors, Dave, Lisa, and the four kids ask of y’all’ every time we see each oher.
They, too, are praying for Misty’s complete recovery.
I am so thankful for the good news. Let it continue to her complete recovery.
You are such a wonderful standard for a husband, friend, and neighbor. I am totally amazed to have a nephew so full of love and understanding. Misty is a very lucky woman. I don’t doubt that the first thing she wants is to hold your hand.
Keep up the good work. Keep sending prayers God’s way – as we all are and we will experience the miracle of God’s powers.
Uncle Steven, Aunt Kim, and Bella
The Lord your God is with you! He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you; He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
We are rejoicing with you and Misty! God’s taking care of the “little things”, can’t wait to see new pictures with those glorious smiles, professing what the LORD HAS DONE!
I’m so glad you had small miracles today! You don’t know me but I got the prayer email from ORB. I’m praying for you and your family and I have faith that God will heal Misty in His time. I’ll send out a prayer request to someone I know in Florida who has access to a prayer chain if you’d like.
Also, you might want to read this book for your own comfort and peace. It’s helped me through a difficult time. “90 Minutes in Heaven” by Don Piper. God is Good!
I’m still praying and believing for Misty’s healing and being able to rejoice with all of you. Always follow the ones you love requests in a time like this. Your an honorable godly man. Good things come to those that wait. All our love and prayers
Yay God!
Prasise God!
We had pray at church again today, we are in agreement with you in Misty’s complete healing.
Darren you are a awesome husband and Daddy, may God Cont. to do his work in your life.
Love you.
God Bless,
Pam
Hey Darren, it’s jeremy(Misty’s cousin) as i read your blog i noticed a good thing that has come from misty going to the hospital.
since she is in a coma she is being closely watched and taken care of, so they of course found the blood clot. if she hadn’t gone we would be unaware of it and wouldn’t be taking steps to make sure it doesn’t reach her heart, so really i think god is using this as a way to help misty. :)
also, i have made a blog and i am posting pictures of football games on it. (you said you wanted some pictures) so here you go: http://www.theflamingpen.wordpress.com
still praying and loving you both,
Jeremy
Hi Darren, it’s hope, i graduated with Arielle,im so happy to read the encouraging things in your posts, a friend let me know what was going on recently and i have been praying for her as well as my family, and even our church today. We are truly believing God for the things that he will do for Misty and your whole family.
“I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord”
Psalm 27:13-14
our prayers are with you,
hope