My trips...my thanks...and a request.

[sewmuch2learn]

Well, I've made 5 trips to Ohio from Wisconsin to spend time with mom. She is actually doing really well, and got herself a little dog, which helps her feel less alone, and getting out for walks does a world of good. Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers and well-wishes through this difficult time. On this last trip, I finished this small floor/play quilt for a friend having twins. The original pattern was on Moda Bake Shop, but I added the 2nd word

So the next trip I make is to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin this Friday. My 14-year-old is having a procedure to correct his sunken chest (layman's terms). His last growth spurt brought on some breathing issues, and months of doctors and tests have led us to this. A 5-6 hour operation and 5-6 day stay. It's considered closed-heart surgery although there is nothing wrong with his heart. They will insert a "rod" behind his rib cage to open the chest cavity. I am not fearing the surgery, but I am feeling paralyzed by the pain he will experience afterward (The first 2 weeks he'll be heavily medicated). I hope that I will be strong, helpful, patient, and not overbearing as he mends. My request is for prayers to guide the operating team's hands, and to positively lead me through another difficult period. Thank you all so very much --Linda

[Bubby]

Linda..I'll be praying for God to be in control of everything and everyone connected with your son's surgery. Be sure to let us know how he's coming along.

[Sew Perfect]

Praying for your son and for the Dr.s to take care with him.

[Miss Sheri]

Linda your quilt is adorable, love the little 'extra' I will be praying for you, your sweet son, and the doctors. May you be blessed with peace and courage. (((Linda))) Hugs dear.

[dwil23]

Prayers for everyone involved - your son, you, your family and the medical team caring for him

[lilmouse]

Prayers for your son, you, your Mom and the medical team that will be taking care of him....I think of you often and have wondered how you were doing....we will get together one of these days...take care; you will do fine!

[turena65]

Love the quilt, and my thoughts and prayers are with your son.

[Precious1]

Love the quilt. Will say a prayer for a successful surgery and for a painless and speedy recovery.

[RFREE]

Glad your mom is doing well and will pray for your sons quick recovery. I know a young man that had this done several years ago and he is doing great. Your quilt is very pretty.

[HandsOffItsMine]

Linda, prayers for your son and his medical team - what a surgery to go through at his age. Special motherly prayers and hugs for you as he goes through this. Know that we're here for you. This Forum has a powerful prayer/mojo/karma group, Marilyn and I plus many others can attest to that.

Huggers, Ruby