Day 345 - May 27 - 500?
Well, I realized today as I began to write that this will be the 500th post on ConnorWatch - the 500th chapter of our saga online. It doesn't really seem possible, but there you are. I never would have thought I'd be given such an opportunity at all, much less have it last this long and reach so far.
Connor's last two days have been low, for the most part. Between moments of laughter with his sister or his mom, the boy has been quiet and introspective. He didn't sleep well last night at all, being kept up with coughing or chest pains or any number of other things. As I type, he's sawing logs in bed - something that's not normal for him at this time of night - but he just seemed exhausted from the last couple of days. So sleeping soundly is a good thing.
We did have some concerns with him today - he kept feeling poorly, and we found his blood pressure very low. We've gotten him back up into the normal range, and he was feeling better when he went to bed, so hopefully we're past that particular hurdle.
At about 6 PM this evening, the rumble of a big truck announced the arrival of the UPS guy with Connor's replacement mattress. Praise the Lord for small blessings - you have no idea how much work it takes to turn somebody every couple of hours around the clock. I think everybody in the family is pleased that we've gotten the bed working correctly again!
I guess that's all the news that's fit to print in this fine 500th post. God bless y'all, and good night!
Eric
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I always saddens me when I read that Connor did not have a very good day. I come here wanting (for him and your family) to read that he was not discouraged or that he has had some same step toward healing. I just ache for you all.
I cannot believe that this is your 500th post! I was thinking of you this morning as I was trying to read my Bible. I was finished with the Psalms and wanted to start on another book, but could not decide. Then, I remember you mentioning that you were reading Mark. So, I decided to start in on it too. I always loved reading about the Pharisees reaction to things and Jesus' response. I have been so much like the Pharisees in my life, but I am learning to be more humble. That is a long process for me. :)
I think of Connor all the time. Lord willing, I will continue to go on this journey with your family. This is one friend who will not stop praying for you! I pray that God gives you all a good day today
Hi Williamson's..
Hope you know that we think about you so much and pray for you all the time..Been reminding myself lately about how much God loves us and how much he cares deeply about us.. I know it is so difficult to believe especially in walking through such a devestating trial..But am encouraged to know that God is WORKING..In spite of the length and quietness of the trial..Sometimes the quiet times when it feels like nothing is happening..And the enemy of our soul is constantly lying to us and telling us that "This is never going to go away.. He will lie and lie and lie ...always against God and our faith..."...so we must continue to battle...We must stand on truth...not on our ownselves and our own strength..Because...God is very pleased when we have faith..He constantly told his followers..to trust Him...He rewarded faith time and time again...
Believing with you!!!! Praying so much for Connor..This battle is so difficult..and connor needs our prayers..and to fight!!!! You keep fighting Connor..OK...I'm saying that with my "mama" pointing finger ...like i should you last time...YOU KEEP FIGHTING..
Tell that "LIAR"... to shut up!!! OK..
I love you guys and were praying..OK
Love,
Kathy MacPhail
So sorry to read about a few down days. Please remember that you are in my prayers.
As you wrote your 500th post on 5/27/09 my family was remembering that it was 4 years that day since we all survived a horrific car accident that broke my neck. We celebrate this day every year because God spared our lives and so we are blessed. I pray for connor's healing for both body and mind. The struggles of your family and how you deal with it are great. Now about this mattress; where can my family get one of these as we still do the turning all night.
Candy LaCombe
Hi Williamson Family...
Thinking about you all this morning. Had you on my mind quite a bit this past weekend as I was actually at Hume Lake. I agree with the write of this first post, I feel so bad when Connor is down or when any of you are down. I am praying the the Glory and the Lifter of our Heads will make his presence really known to you today, and of course, always.
Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers!
Love in Christ,
Claudia in Norco
Life has gotten so hectic lately that I don't have as many opportunities to check the blog - but I did today and so glad I did - now I can pray more specifically for Connor's needs and also for your family. Keep hanging in there with the Lord and with each other. Connor's trial may not make any sense now but I believe (and I know you do too) that it will all be clear one day. I'm praying that the Lord will give you the strength to hold tightly to that truth.
Sorry - my last comment was posted "Anonymous" - I did something wrong - giving it another try...
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