time we are asking for some additional prayers. Rick become unresponsive - due to the swelling - they have given him med's to see if that will reduce the swelling - they will do another cat scan in the morning - if the swelling hasn't subsided - they will do a brain operation. So for now - more than ever I need prayers for the surgeon to have an aleart mind, hands and good vision to see what he is doing. Then a prayer for a good recovery with no further damage to Rick's brain. I can't tell you how loved I have felt with your prayers being sent from around the world - but it surely has calmed me some and I am trying to be prepared for whatever God has planned for us. Unconditional Love, Shirlene

Thank you all - I can't get to each of you - there is not time enough to make up for the time I have lost with you.

Shirlene just read the post about Ricks surgery and waiting for news as to how he is when he come out of recovery.We are still praying for you.
Love and hugs Lenamae

Shirlene you and Rick will be in my prayers every day.

Oh My Goodness! I haven't been around for about a week, and I had no idea! I'm SO sorry to hear your news! My prayers are with you! I hope that Rick gets all the help he needs, and has a rapid and complete recovery!! Love and Prayers to you and your family!!

Hi Dear, you know you are loved here, and we are with you two thru prayer. He has to come out of this. There is no other answer. Please do not forget to take good care of yourself. God Bless. H&*

Just read the update from Teri and praise God for what He is doing. Still lifting you all up in prayer, knowing God is in control we can rest in His care. Love in Christ, Judy *4U

You and Rick remain in my prayers; thank-you for taking time out to give us this update; please try to get what rest you can.

I just read Teri's post on Community, I'm so glad for the news! You and your husband are still in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Yoriko

Shirlene I am so glad that everything is better so far for you and Rick. Pray for both of you Love Marie

I just saw this update, and I wanted to thank you for taking the time to do so. My heart goes out to you all. I am praying for all of you, and will continue to do so.

Keep expecting a miracle! God is a God of miracles! Receive a big hug from all of us!

I am thinking positive!!

You have a great support group here, Shirlene. We will keep you in our thought and prayers as long as you them.

Dear Shirlene, My thoughts and prayers are with you daily.
Thank you for the updates at this difficult time.
Hugs
Alex

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rick. I hope and pray for a speedy and full recovery for Rick and the strength to get you thru this.. Sara

Blessings and prayers to you and your husband Shirlene.
Cindy B

Dear Shirlene, Thank you for this update and you, Rick and the rest of your family are constantly in my thoughts. I do hope that Rick gets the best treatment. Please stay strong for him and take one step at the time.
My unconditional love for you. Carla

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Thinking of you both with positive thoughts

Thanks for letting us know what is happening. I have prayed for you both and will ask the Lord to be there himself and oversee the operation if one is needed, because He is the best Surgeon you could have. I do not have an English Bible so I hope I have this correct (translated it from my Afrikaans Bible) - read Isaiah 41:10 - "Do not be afraid, I am with you, do not worry, I am your God". That is what kept me going when my late husband was so very sick. Don't forget to eat, you need your strength. Hugs

Shirlene my prayers are with you and Rick...

Hugs

All my prayer come to you to give you strength and faith in this moment.

Father God we command this situation into your hands for you are the author and finisher of our faith. For without you we can do nothing. Lord the prayers of the righteous availeth much and no good thing will you without from them that seek your face. Lord bind up everything that will try to distract or hinder this prayer. Lord crush all negative reports sent out by the adversary. You promised to bottle all our tears and healtheth all our diseases. You are the God of Miracles and we humble ourself before you to receive your will. Lord touch the minds of the doctors and guide their hands. Allow your PEACE to follow like a river. Lord allow every vessel, tissue, cell, organ etc. to line up with the Word of God. Lord dispatch angels to battle on Rick's behalf. Lord lay your hands on his wounds. May you wrap the family in your L*VE that they are braced up on every leaning side. May your GLORY be seen by all for a testimony. May GOODNESS & MERCY follow them always (Psalm 23). In Jesus Name I decree VICTORY, Amen!!! Shirlene find comfort in Psalm 91

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by noah 08 Feb 2010

Well said & i agree were one puts a thousand to flight two can put ten thousand & in the name thats above every name the name of JESUS!!!!Carolyn

My prayers have been for you both and for all of the medical staff, that they have the knowledge and ability to choose the right course.
Naturally it is difficult to be strong when you are exhausted and stressed, so I encourage you to try and take the time to rest and refresh yourself.
God will do what is best for you. My prayers continue for you and Rick. Know that you are loved.

Shirlene , I am so glad to hear your update. My prayers are with you and Rick. Love Nancy

Dear Shirlener. God is surely testing you. so gald you feel all our love flowing to you. We surely all pray that all will go well with your Rick.

Hugs Edith

My dear Shirlene, We will all be praying for you and Rick. If an operation is needed, that the best Doctor in the world is there to do the surgery. You are in my thoughts and prayers, take care. Hugs Lynn.

Shirlene, I will be praying for you, your husband and the doctors that God may give guide their hands. Love Kathy.

I'm praying again and again for your husband Shirlene.
Hugs,
Sissi

my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs and much love for you. Mary

we will pray for you and Rick And your whole family
hugs Sonja

My prayers are with you Shirlene.

Shirlene, I wish you and your family again very much strength. I'm so sorry .... I hope he will fully recover.

10tje

deer shirlener and rick- it is very hard to say how i fill and what i wish for you if i were there i would just hold you and be there for comfurt i have told all my friends and familythat you need all the prayers you can get i hope it will get better soon for you and rick just know that god is with you and and he has a plan be strong for yourself and most of all be strong for rick to get him through this time of needi wish you all the best may god bless the both of you and give you the strength to get through love and hugs mary tapley and family

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God is Faith, Love, is Speraza, we pray for you and your husband every day in our prayers, hugs perte shirlene your husband, kisses teresa

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Dear Shirlene,
I will continue my daily prayers for you and Rick. I sincerely hope that his condition will stabilize, and that he will head toward recover very soon.
Love, Barb

Hello Shirlene, You must know that God will give us no more to bear, than what we can handle. So rest assured that He will be there to hold the surgeons hand when the operation is done. I will keep you in my prayers, and know we are all thinking of you every hour of the day.
Lots of love, hugs and Gods blessings.
Marietta.

Hi Shirlene,

You know that I've been praying for you and Rick and will continue to do so until we hear from you saying that all is well.

I love the Serenity Prayer and am adding it here for you. Take care dear friend and know that God is watching over you and He will gently enfold you in His loving arms. Love and blessings Chris

"God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen." Reinhold Niebuhr

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by marietta 08 Feb 2010

So beautifull. Thank you Chris.

Sending prayers your way

Shirlene, all my thoughts and prayers go towards Rick and you. Hugs, love and hope
Claude

Shirlene you and Rick are in my prayers. Just keep up the strength and God will do the rest. Am thinking of you a lot. Hugs and Love, Annatjie

hands are folded, heads are bowed, knees are bent, cries are sent up for you and Rick....lol deanna

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Shirlene, we all will pray the docters can give the wright treatment. The hand of God will lead them and . keep the faith, God will be there to watch over you. lots of hugs, supports and love from all of us for you.God bless. Love Gerry

You keep up your good spirits and we will certainly keep praying may all you pray for be in our prayers for you hugs Shazells

Shirlene, will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. We are all here for you , when you feel the need to talk to someone. Lots of hugs and love , Yvonne

My God bless you and Rick and keep you in His ever loving arms and care. I see someone mentioned the Cheif of Staff painting, one I was thinking of as well.

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by maryanns66 08 Feb 2010

sarahrose, thank you so much! This is the exact painting in our hospital! It is a very special and calming painting and I will never forget it's effect on our family and hope that somehow it brings comfort to Shirlene and her husband.
Thank you again! *4U

Prayers for all concerned in Rick's care now. God be with you all. If the Lord takes you to it he will bring you through it. Take care of yourself too Shirlene.

Well Wishes and LOTS of Prayers coming your way:)

you will certainly be in my prayers Shirlene. Hope Rick comes through this without too much suffering...love Kerry

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. Your lives are in the hands of a higher power and he knows and loves you. God Bless

Prayers still headed your way. I will be extra vigilant until I hear you are past this crisis.

Dear Shirlene, just stay strong for him. My prayers and thoughts still going out to you and your husband.
Love, Yoriko

You are a model for all of us...your strength is so powerful....still praying

There is the most beautiful painting in our local hospital at the surgery entrance. It's the surgical room with doctors surrounding the patient. But also near the patient is the Lord. The name of the painting is "Chief Of Staff". I love this painting and it brought such comfort to our family when my brother was so critical.

I pray if surgery is needed the Lord will be near your husband and the doctors to guide and protect.May you and your husband feel God's touch of strength, healing, and hope now and the coming days.

I am lost for words dear friend, a new worry, more fervent prayers, I will write you privately.
much love, Meg

I just said another prayer for Rick and you. Expect something wonderful! "With God all things ARE possible."Sending hugs and much love. *** Your CUTE Buddy, Marjorie

My thoughts and prayers are with you Shirlene.
Linda

Bless your heart, Shirlene, of course we will continue our prayers for Rick, you, and the doctors and nurses who are taking care of him. It must be a very frustrating, tiring time ... but God is always there for us. Please know that we are here for you too! Much love, Laura*

May God's grace strengthen you and the doctors to do what must be done for his full recover. My prayers will be offered for him and you too. Lord hear our prayers for this family. Be strong...

I got given this on a fridge magnet years ago.
God will never place a burden on your shoulders that you, with his arms to uphold you, cannot bear.
I pray this to be true, and for his arms to uphold and comfort you.

May God strengthen you and protect your Husband.
Lord hear our Prays.

thoughts and prayers with you and hubby.
AlexGrandma / Judy

May God guide the surgeons hands, and help you in this time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I'm sorry shirlene, but u will see a change for the better if they go in and relieve some of the pressure on Rick's brain. I'm with u all the way & God is right there holding your hand. Much love Lillian