not going to be able to continue with his therapy session with his Physical Therapist (PT) and his Occupational Therapist (OT) - but so far - they have allow us to continue through a finanical aide program AND we don't know if it was the multiple seizures and the mini stroke in November or the terrible fall when he hit his head in December - but something happened - because the last couple weeks he has had some HUGE improvements - I waited to share it - as I wanted to make sure that it was not just a one time thing - but both his PT & OT have said that they want to continue with his therapy as long as he is getting this kind of improvement. He was praying one night and when he woke up - that next morning - both of his arms and hands were high above his head - in prayer - this sort of thing just couldn't have happend without a miracle and we owe you each a great THANK YOU for all your prayers. He has been doing daily meditations and reading from the bible and other inspirational books and daily writings - getting him in the right frame of mind to accept the GOD connection and then the brian connections. I think there has been a new path that has opened up and the improvement is so wonderful that it sure gives us hope. The only sad part of all this is - he had a MAJOR stroke and most never totally recover from them. I was so happy and pleased - I just couldn't sit on this sort of news any longer. I do see that another PRAYER has been answered and I will be forever grateful for you each for having supported us through the power of prayer.
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So very happy for you! God is good. This makes life good for believers. Am praying that he continues to improve.
Mary
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1561this is such wonderful news... May he continue to get stronger.. Kathy
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70767Shirlene, just saw this and I must say, it is wonderful news!!! If this has happened then he expect even more improvement!!!!! You are a terrific caregiver - I think about you both and pray for you every day!!! God bless! Laura
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by shirlener88
11 Jan 2011
Laura, thank you so much - we can only hope for more improvement - time will tell. I don't know about being a terric caregiver - but I do love Rick and want the best for him. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. *4U
96283We think of you often, and so glad of the improvements shown. Tell Rick to continue with his 'research" and studies. It is always a help to work with God's plans.
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Thank you dear Beth - I will tell him - and you are right in that - for sure. *4U
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158718So thrilled that your Rick is improving. Hugs and thoughts with you dear Shirlene. Sarah.
255054what a wonderful news, the Lord hears your prayers and a lot of angels are watching over you to guide you this long difficult way. we will continue praying for and with you. Blessings, prayers and love for the both of you.Gerry
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Gerry, thank you and all the angels, too - we do appreciate your prayers. *4U
743316Oh Shirlene, that is the most wonderful news! Hopefully this will lead to more mobility for Rick. Thanks for posting his progress. He may never get back to how he was before all this but at least he is getting better. So happy to hear it!
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Debra, we are pleased with the improvement and know that it may never be like it was - but he can be better than it is. Thanks!
33580What a wonderful way to start the new year. I'm so happy for the both of you. God is so good to us. I will keep you both in my prayers. Hugs, Karen
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Karen, thanks dear - we appreciate it and I agree - God is so good to us. *4U
20661Well i say praise the lord big time :):)That makes me so happy to hear .I try to remember to ask each week at church for prayer for Rick because i do believe HE is the answer !!!Oh Shirlene give him a big big hug for me i am so happy !!!Carolyn
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Carolyn, thanks dear - I gave him a big hug and he told me to hug you back - so I gave him another hug - Hehehe! *4U
360660Dear Shirlene,
WOW! What fantastic news to read. I am so happy for the both of you - you are still in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Glad to see Rick's hard work is paying off and it's so good that he is meditating - it's a wonderful way of letting your body relax and listen to that inner voice. My best friend who has cancer meditates daily and does YOGA and swears by it.
I'll certainly keep the both of you upheld before God. Love and many more blessings to you Chris
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by shirlener88
10 Jan 2011
Chris, you are a dear one - we so appreciate your thoughts and prayers. I do believe that the mediatation and prayers have centered Rick and that has helped him alot, as you say. *4U
234501Shirlene dear I am so happy to hear some good news from your corner. I will continue to pray for both of you to solve the multiple issues in your life. I will pray for continue improvements in Rick. Thinking about you often.
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Angie, thank you so much - we appreciate your thoughtfulness and prayers. We think of you, too *4U
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26714What a wonderful way to greet the year 2011. I am so happy to read your post on the big improvements for Rick. God is surely watching over you and is answering prayers. Thank you for sharing this good news with us. Hugs, Mary
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Mary, it is thanks to all of you for your prayers and Rick's hard work... *4U
33871I was so happy to read your good news. Hopefully this year will be so much better for you, Rick and the rest of us. This is a really exciting start!!!!!
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Thank you Karen - we sure appreciate all the support from the CUTE family. *4U
1109Wonderful news. Thanks for sharing it. All things are possible through God, prayer and positive thinking. Keep up the great work in Pt and Ot and we will keep praying for you both. Suzanne
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Suzanne, thanks so much - Rick is very positive right now and that is so good - thanks for the prayers, too. *4U
111384Wonderful news....God is so good to us....I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.....thanks for the update....I love to read about Gods glorious works.....Gods blessings for you and Rick.....Janet
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8647So glad that things are look up. Without God we could not go on. Hope things get even better for the both of you. DeVon
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20582What great news for you and Rick. This is going to be a great year for the two of you. Take care and God bless you both. Hugs Lynn
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51302How wonderful, Shirlene! You can celebrate a new year with more good things to come! :)
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7310Shirlene this is wonderful news. I am so happy for you. Thanks for informing us.
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18960Shirlene, Thank you for this update. I was just thinking we should hear from you on Rick's progress. I am saying prayers every day for the two of you. This is such great news.
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Mildred, thank you dear - we sure appreciate the prayers and support. *4U
27683I am glad you updated us..... the power of prayer is amazing! You have and will continue to be in my daily prayers! So glad for you both.<br />Lisa
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by shirlener88
09 Jan 2011
Lisa dear - thank you so very much - I have missed you being around dear. *4U
2756It is very strange that the HUGE ad on this page is for LUMOSITY - as that is a gift that I gave to Rick and myself - for Christmas - I wanted to help Rick to get a connection from his brain to his body with the use of these games and for me to remember to do the things that I need to to - like pay bills and take care of him - in a timely manner without reminders. So to see it sitting here - next to this post - is almost someone saying - hey you forgot to tell everyone about this awesmome deal, too. Hehehe!
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211079Shirlene, I never underestimate the power of prayer. Thank God for the improvements! Rick is also blessed to have you by his side to encourage, comfort and love him like you do. Your love helps as much as God's love does. You both are blessed to have each other and such strong faith. I'll continue to pray for you both.
Meri
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15572Why does this not surprise me Shirlene? Because I have had the Lord work miracles in our lives. He does this but in His on time frame, we must just keep on having faith & trusting Him. GOD DOES ANSWER PRAYERS. God Bless you both & you continue in my prayers.
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by shirlener88
08 Jan 2011
Yes, Mill Lillian - in His own time and as He sees fit. Thanks we sure appreciate it.
145791O Shirlene this is such great news. I know that the power of prayer can bring miracles. When one or two are gathered in God's name there shall he be. My best friend just gave me a book for Christmas called The Power of Miracles, True Stories of God's Presence. Author: Joan Wester Anderson
Please don't forget to take care of yourself. With Love
Cindy B.
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by shirlener88
08 Jan 2011
Cindy, thank you dear - I will research that book and see if we can't obtain a copy of it. I am trying dear to do just that. *4U
11473Thanks for sharing the update will still be praying for the both of you. God does answer prayers.
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52685Thank you for sharing this wonderful news I well keep you and Rick in my prayers and miracles dose happen God Bless you and your family --- Happy Healthy New Year - --------Sincerity. Maria
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119791Shirlene, thank you for updating us on Rick. Isn't it just like God to prepare our hearts in whatever way He needs to in order for us to turn to Him? How wonderful that Rick is improving and most of all that He is trusting God to carry you guys through such a long and hard time. We need to give God a big PRAISE for all he has done and will do.
Hugs, Judy
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by shirlener88
08 Jan 2011
Judy, you are welcome and thank you for your support and especailly to God up above for all that he does for us and through us. *4U
10530Thanks for sharing these major milestones. It has been moment by moment and day by day for him but when progress happens it is huge and encouraging news. With prayers being answered you can't ask for a better way to start the new year. Prayers are being said as he continues to heal.
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89895Shirlene this is wonderful to read, I read it twice. I am sure that both of you are delighted that there has been such an improvement in Rick. I will keep thinking the positive thoughts for both of you that I do. Take care both of you
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