Thursday, November 27, 2008

THANKSGIVING

I called Luke just now and told him to tell Emily that we're celebrating her life today! We know that many of you, just like us, have had losses---God doesn't always answer our prayers with a "yes." He does what glorifies Himself the most. But today, we have so much to praise and thank God for. And we're praising Him and thanking Him for Emily's life.
Luke said Emily had a good night. She has tolerated the cap on her trach for over 24 hours now!! YIPPEEE!! In fact, they changed out her trach this morning and it has helped her coughing alot, Luke said. He said she's also eating well today. We don't know what the plan is yet about Emily getting to stay off of the vent, etc. But....for where we are...we're grateful!

Father,
We just want to praise and thank You for choosing life for Emily. Thank You for blessing Luke and her children and her extended family this way. Thank You for glorifying Yourself through her life. We come in agreement as her friends and family glorifying Your holy name---You've done all things well. We trust Your heart, Father. We love You!! In Jesus' name, Amen.

I Chronicles 16:34
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever."

7 comments:

Rachel said...

We are thinking of you and your family today Emily. Rejoicing in hope for the future and the miracle you are today. Thank you Lord!

Lindsey said...

Happy Thanksgiving, Emily! We are so thankful today for how far you've come, and thankful for the total healing you're receiving! We love you so much!

Anonymous said...

Thank you God for how far Emily has come! We know she has more hard work to do but with you all things are possible!!

The Burk's said...

We want to wish your family a Happy Thanksgiving! Emily, we are so thankful to God that with each day that passes, you're doing better and better. We're also thankful for this blog so that we can keep up with your progress. Keep doing a good job!
Blessings, The Burk's

amy wright said...

Happy Thanksgiving, Panter/Dietz families! Emily, I am thankful for what God has done in your life these past few weeks. I'm thankful that God heard our cries. I'm thankful for you!

Anonymous said...

Small steps....great accomplishments. Thanks be to God.

Brittney said...

I am so grateful!!