Jan. 22, 2008
Tuesday update #1
Posted in Noah Updates
Our plan to rest and wait didn't end up working out so well. Noah started to get worse during the night and the morning, so the plan was changed to "do an upper GI tomorrow," then changed to "try to get him in for an upper GI this afternoon," to "you are going for an upper GI NOW." Of course, and upper GI with small bowel follow-through required shooting a bunch of barium into Noah's g-tube, then clamping off his stomach drain so the barium didn't drain out. Since nothing is moving down Noah's GI tract, that left moving UP as the only option. He has been vomiting barium and bile every few minutes for hours now. They are still hoping that a little bit will be left and will move down to give some idea of what is happening. This is looking more and more surgical at this point but without imaging no one knows what needs to be fixed - or if anything can be fixed at all. The stress of all of the x-rays without mommy in the room combined with the enormous stress of constant vomiting has left Noah too weak to even hold up his little head.
The urgent nature of the test didn't leave time for anyone to get up here to be with Noah during the x-rays. Jeff had left to come up here but it is an hour and a half drive. We were SO blessed that one of the Child Life specialists heard what was going on and literally ran down to radiology to stay in the room with Noah. She helped clean him up each time he got sick and even came up and got clean clothes for me so I could clean up myself. Jeff made it for the last images that were done in radiology. They are planning to do all further images in his room with the portable x-ray unit. They took the latest picture just a few minutes ago and are debating what to do next - deal with lousy imaging or try to put more contrast in his stomach. Neither option is great. No one really seems to know what to do right now. It is so hard to watch him suffering so much without anyone having a plan to help him.
I wanted to clarify something that a number of you have asked about. This is not a stomach flu or a reaction to IVIG or anything else that can cause nausea. It isn't really a matter of nausea per se. The problem is that nothing is moving past Noah's stomach or maybe the top of his duodenum. His stomach continues to produce acid and his liver continues to produce bile, but there is nowhere for it to go, so it gets vomited up. As long as his drain is open and the bile/acid can drain OUT, he doesn't throw up. It is a mechanical problem but no one knows what is causing it or what on earth to do about it. As soon as the drain is clamped he starts to throw up again. Open the drain, suction his stomach, and he stops throwing up. The draining and suctioning is an OK short-term fix, but he cannot go on like this long term.
I will update as soon as we hear anything.
Love,
Kate
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by Anonymous
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Hang in there and know that Noah and your whole family are being covered in prayer.
Becky (SHS) in VA
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Little Noah
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Poor Little Guy! Oh my goodness, Kate. I am praying for you all constantly. Please know that I wish I was sitting right there with you.
God bless you all,
Joy
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
 Posted by Tami
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Dear Jeff and Kate,
We are praying for sweet Noah and for both of you and for wisdom for the doctors treating Noah. I have been reading your updates, but I haven't posted to you in a while. So I thought I would let you know that you all are in our prayers.
Love, Tami
(CSP & MOMYS)
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous |
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poor Noah, i'm so sorry. I have been thinking about him and praying for him all day!
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
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Know that Noah is constantly in my prayers.
Beth
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Jan. 22, 2008 - praying
Posted by shell511 |
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Kate. . .I don't get to post much, but please know that I read every entry and am praying for you all even though I don't get to tell you. I wish there was something more I could do. . sometimes it's hard to remember that prayer is the BEST thing we can do. Keep us posted!
Shell in Lexington, SC
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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I'm praying for your dear little boy. May God's mercy and peace rain down upon him.
Blessings,
Lisa in Jax
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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Lord Jesus,
Please make clear your plan for little Noah. We know your plan and your timing is Perfect. you alone are Noah's Maker, you alone know his little body, you alone know him down to his mitochondria. Lord, touch Noah, keep him in your perfect will, help this sweet baby through this. Keep his mom and new little sister safe and well as they deal with the difficulties of Noah's trouble.
Lord, please make yourself known in an unmistakably beautiful way to Kate and Jeff and Noah and family today.
We will continue to lift you up in prayer...
Julianne and Family
Charlotte, NC
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Jan. 22, 2008 - thank you for the update
 Posted by Hediedforme
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Kate,
With all that is going on I appreciate the update. I'm praying that the doctors will figure out what is causing the blockage or that it will just fix itself so he stops vomiting. "Lord, please comfort Noah and just surround Him with your peace."
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Amanda |
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God brings your family to my mind so many times during the day. I lift you in prayer each time. May God give the doctor answers and healing to Noah's body. May He give a peace that only He can give!
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Today's challenges
Posted by Anonymous |
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My heart is aching for you, dear ones. Thank goodness for the wonderful relationships you have formed there, for the love and devotion that make the staff go the extra mile for you and Noah--it just feels sometimes like there are far too many extra miles and miles to have to go. Praying for His strength to shore you up through this. Marion
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Love and peace
Posted by Anonymous |
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I know how hard it must be to watch Noah and have no answers. Hang in there. Noah is fortunate to have such loving and attentive parents. Your faith in the midst of uncertainty is a great witness to God. Not a job you asked for, but one you are carrying so well. Don't be afraid to cry and feel all you have to feel. Our thoughts have been with Noah throughout the days since he was admitted. We wish him peace and the comfort of your love. Our prayers are with you and all your family.
Cindee
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
Jan. 22, 2008 - Fervently praying
Posted by Anonymous |
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Dear Precious Lord, I come to you on behalf of Jeff and Kate and their dear Noah. I ask that You show your Perfect plan to those in need of direction today. I ask that You comfort Jeff and Kate as they wait on You, Lord. Wrap them in Your Big Daddy arms and show them Your love for them. I also ask for peace and comfort to their other children as they wait to hear about their brother, Noah. Calm their anxious hearts and give them understanding while mom and dad are away.
In Your Loving Name,
Amen
Sandra Dorris (MOMYS)
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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we are praying for your family many times throughout the day.... I keep praying this verse for you..... Isaiah 41:10 - "Fear thou not, for I am with thee, Be not dismayed for I am thy God....I WILL strengthen thee, surely I WILL help thee, surely I WILL uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
We will keep praying!!
Love, Cheryl Lantz
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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Prayers continue here on our homefront, as well.
Though I "feel" helpless and want so much to DO something, I know I am doing something by keeping you all in our prayers.
DS said the sweetest prayer for Noah today and yesterday. Brought me to tears.
We are wrapping our prayers around you all and Mary Faith, too.
{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}} and {{{{{{{{{{{{{prayers}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
Janet
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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My heart is so broken for you all. Please know that I have been following along and been praying, even though I haven't posted. May the Lord be glorified in this and may He have mercy upon you all and grant Noah rest from the vomiting and give the Dr's a solution to the GI tract.
Corrine (from LooseThreads--"Corrine in TX")
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Hallmark |
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Have been checking for updates and, of course, continuing to pray, even though I haven't had time to leave a comment. As we will keep on praying, for strength, for wisdom and discernment, for guidance, for peace, and we'll be asking the Holy Spirit to pray for whatever you all might need, that we've forgotten to ask for.
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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2 Cor. 12:9
And He said unto me, my grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in weakness, most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities that the power of Christ may rest upon me. With that, I also think of Noah, how one day he even will glory in this experience because the power of Christ rested upon him this is happening right now! the power of Christ is resting upon him as he suffers in his infirmity. And in his most humble, vulnerable position, Christ draws near to his young heart and is miraculously comforting him and gracing him sufficiently take comfort that somehow he is being taken care of sufficiently by the Lord!
Psalm 34:15, 17-19
The Lord pays attention to the godly and hears their cry for help.
The godly cry out and the Lord hears; he saves them from all their troubles. The Lord is near the brokenhearted; he delivers those who are discouraged. The godly face many dangers, but the Lord saves them from each one.
Psalm 31:24 Be strong and confident, all you who wait on the Lord!
Lamentations 3:22 26
The Lords many kindnesses never cease, for his great compassion never comes to an end. They are renewed every morning; your faithfulness is abundant! I say to myself, The Lord is the portion of my inheritance; therefore, I will put my hope in him. The Lord is good those who trust in him, to the one who seeks him. It is good to wait patiently for deliverance to come from the Lord.
And the phrase He is "a Father to the Fatherless" (Ps. 68:5) and a "helper of the orphan" (Psalm 10:14) keeps coming to mind for you - while you are away with Mary, or he is left alone for testings when you can't be there, God is His Father/Parent and He IS sufficient for Noah while you are gone.
Grace and Mercy to you!!!
Michelle N. in NC
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
Posted by JoyfulMomma |
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I remember when my Noah was three and he had to have xrays and I was pregnant and couldn't be with him. What a wonderful Child Life Specialist. I am so sorry to hear how hard this is on your little Noah right now and I pray that the doctors will come up with a plan soon to relieve his distress. I pray especially for God to surround you with His peace and to give you His strength during this difficult time. Noah (11), Jonah (9), and Grace (7) and their mom and dad are praying for Noah, you, and your family.
God bless you with His peace,
Belynda
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
Posted by Anonymous |
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You and your family are in our prayers everyday. I wish I could do something for you in person but I live on the west coast and prayer is really the best I have to offer anyway. Noah is such a precious boy and I know it must be a comfort to remember that God loves him even more than you do! Blessings ~ Laurie
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by hallfamily8
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I woke up several times during the night and prayed for your family each time and have been praying all through the day today. One song that came to my mind while thinking about your situation is "Walk by Faith" by Jeremy Camp. The lyrics are below. I hope that it blesses you.
Love, Dawn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/susannahall
Will I believe you when you say
Your hand will guide my every way
Will I receive the words You say
Every moment of every day
Well I will walk by faith
Even when I cannot see
because this broken road
Prepares Your will for me
Help me to RID my endless fears
You've been so faithful for all my years
With the one breath You make me new
Your grace covers all I do
yeah, yeah , yeah, yeah, ya
well i will walk by faith
even when i cannot see
because this broken road
prepares your will for me
Well I'm broken- but I still see Your face
Well You've spoken- pouring Your words of grace
Well I will walk by faith
Even when I cannot see
Well because this broken road
Prepares Your will for me
(Repeat)
Well I will walk by faith
Even when I cannot see
Well because this broken road
Prepares Your will for me
Hallelujah, hallelu
I will walk by faith, I will walk by faith,
I will walk by faith
I will walk by faith, I will walk by faith,
I will walk by faith
I will walk by faith, I will walk by faith,
I will walk by faith
I will walk by faith
I will walk,I will walk
Faith
I will walk, I will walk by faith
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous |
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Thank you for valleys, Lord.
For this one thing I know,
The mountain tops are glorious,
But its in the valleys I grow!
Kate, this seem a little trite right now, but I've been thinking all morning about how this will affect your walk with God. While I'm not jealous for the trial you are in, I'm jealous for the spiritual growth that you are and will obtain through this all. He loves you so much. I know it breaks his heart to see his precious children's heart torn so.
I'll see you this evening unless I hear otherwise from you.
Lynnette
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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Kate..
Noah's been on my mind constantly..and I'm continuing to send up prayers for you all. ~andrea
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Jan. 22, 2008 - runnermom4.blogspot.com
Posted by Anonymous |
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I have been following your blog for a short while, and my heart is broken for little Noah today. I am praying for peace that passes our understanding to be with Noah as he goes through all this. I pray that he will experience Jesus by his side when you can't be there, and even when you can. I pray for complete understanding and wisdom from heaven for the doctors. I pray today that some resolution will be found that can bring little Noah's body back to peace and normal function. Thanks you Jesus that you know what we do not, and that you intervene when the doctors don't know how. Please, Father, have mercy on this family and bring this little boy back to health.
In Him,
Gina Witcher
runnermom4.blogspot.com
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Please know we are constantly in prayer for your family
 Posted by loveoflearning
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I do not post very often, but please know that that is not because we are not praying. My entire family, in fact, our entire church family, are praying for Noah as well as the entire Estes family. (Could I use the word entire any more? LOL) My little children pray for Noah every single day, and often times for "Mrs. Estes" too. In fact, the other day we dipped beeswax candles as a part of our pioneers study from our Hands and Hearts kit. We were reading the directions aloud and came to the part about something being hot and if you don't believe me I can email you pictures. LOL My older daughter (8) told my younger daughter (6), "That is Mrs. Estes who wrote that. You know Noah's mom that we have been praying for." And all day she kept saying, "Mrs. Estes really had a fun idea for making these candles. She sure is smart!" LOL Thanks for allowing us the privilege of praying for you all and being a part of this journey with you. We feel as if we are a part of your family or close friends or something. I know you already know this, but it needs mentioning anyway. You are not going through this alone. God has provided you literally thousands of people who are going through it with you at least in spirit and are standing in the gap praying for all of you, even in those times when you literally are unable to pray for yourselves. That is what we are here for.
There is a song that I absolutely love and I often think of you guys when I hear it. I do not know if you are familiar with it or not, but here is a link for a youtube video of it.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=e8HgAVenbUU
It came out of their own personal struggles. I hope and pray it blesses you. You guys are an encouragement and blessing to so many.
In Christ,
Karin Owens
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by BChsMamaof3
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My heart goes out to little Noah and your family and how thankful that there was the kind woman who was able to stay with him in radiology. Thinking of you and praying.
Hugs,
Rosina
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying............
Posted by jkiessling |
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I AM STILL PRAYING, KATE!
EVERY CHANCE THAT WE GET................FOR A LIGHT TO COME FOR A DR. OR SOME TO KNOW JUST HOW TO GET THIS LTTLE BOY BACK TO FEELING BETTER!
HUGS AND BLESSINGS FROM THE KIESSLING FAMILY FROM FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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You have been fervently in my prayers since I woke Saturday morning thinking of you Noah.
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Precious Noah
Posted by The Smith Family |
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Dear Kate & family,
Please know that I am praying for Noah and your family constantly. I check the blog everytime I get on the computer. (Which is a lot!) I am so sorry to hear of the night and day that Noah is having. It has to be unbearable to see him suffer and not know what to do.
Dear Jesus, I ask in your most precious name to please be with the doctors and nurses taking care of precious little Noah. Give them knowledge and wisdom for his care. Lord, please just comfort Noah and calm his anxious heart. Help him to remain calm Lord as we know you are fighting for him. I pray dear Jesus that the answers would come soon and a plan of action and healing can begin. We know that nothing happens with out your perfect timing and we trust you even when things seem so hard to understand from our human perspective. I ask Lord for comfort, rest and peace for Kate as she witnesses all that is going on with Noah around her. Please keep Baby Mary Faith safe and sound until you are ready for her to enter the world. Please be with Jeff as he cares for the other children. Please bring comfort and peace to each of them. Dear Jesus we just ask all these things in your most precious name. Amen
Love & prayers from Ohio
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying....
Posted by Marilyn |
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Know that our family is praying for all of you. The Lord woke me many times last night to lift you all up in prayer. Thank you so much for taking the time to keep everyone posted so we can pray specifically for your needs. May God strengthen you all and give you peace!
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by LadyM
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Oh Dear! I am in tears for all that you all are having to go through right now. I am so thankful that you have such a wonderful staff on hand that cares enough to run right down so that Noah was not alone without people he knew! I would just give that person a hug right now if I could!
My mother's favorite song (and mine as I have grown older) was a song done by the Gaither's way back when I was a little girl. I know it meant a lot to them at the time they wrote it and I understand why my mother adopted it for herself over the years. "Because He Lives" is one of my favorite songs and means so much to me as more adverse things in life have come our way. I am continuously praying for all of you. Melisa
God sent His Son. They called Him Jesus.
He came to love, heal and forgive.
He lived and died to buy my pardon.
An empty grave is there to prove.
My Savior lives.
**Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.**
**Because He lives, all fear is gone.**
**Because I know He holds the future**
And life is worth a living
Just because He lives.
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying fervently for little Noah and all
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Dear Kate,
I weep to hear how sick little Noah is. I am praying, praying- for wisdom for the doctors, for an answer of some kind- for you to have strength that surpasses all understanding to continue to help your little one. I will keep praying for you. Sarah
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Robin In Ohio |
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Praying for sweet Noah!!! For wisdom and for knowledge with his physicians and that they will get a clear picture of what is going on!!!! Blessings, Robin
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Still Praying
Posted by ruby from ky |
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I am still praying for little Noah, Kate, and all the family. And also for the doctors to find some way to help Noah soon. Love, Ruby
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Kate and Jeff
Posted by Anonymous |
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You are in my prayers and our ladie's class prays for you constantly. My heart goes out to you as you can not be with Noah every minute. But God is. He never leaves him. He never leaves you. I am so sorry you are all having to endure this trial. You are not alone and we are standing in the gap for Noah and your family. God is being bombarded with prayers on your behalf. Your faith has sustained you this far and your faith and trust in the Lord will carry you through.
Gilda (TLT &SHS)
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying for Noah
Posted by Anonymous |
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That poor little guy has been thru so much, I will pray for him, and for God to send angels to be by his side.
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Jan. 22, 2008 - praying for Noah and your family
Posted by Anonymous |
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Just want you to know that I'm praying for you and your family. I'm praying for the Lord to bless you with the grace and peace that you need right now and that the doctors will have the wisdom that they need.
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Lynne |
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Lord Jesus, in Your great mercy and love, bring healing to little Noah. Bring strength, peace and comfort to the family, and wisdom to all caregivers. By Your precious blood, I pray. Amen
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Prayers
Posted by Holly |
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Dear Kate,
I don't always do great at keeping up with your blog and went for months without checking as we were in China adopting our new son and then home adjusting, but one day the Lord just prompted me to go searching for the link to your site and to pray for your family. I can't say at all that I understand what you are going through because I just can't. I praise God for the gift of faith He has given you and for the way that you choose to keep your eyes on Him and not allow yourself to give into despair even when it would be so easy to do. Who knows how many lives have been touched by Noah's story and the way you have responded to it? I know that the Bible says that in ALL things God works for the good of those who love Him who have been called according to His purpose and I believe that, but you LIVE that out. Some things are easy to say, but then harder to LIVE. I know you get tired, you get scared and you just want a cure for your precious son, but still you press on, leaning into the arms of Jesus and glorifying Him in good times and bad. I am praying for Noah, for your family, your sweet little one about to be born and for those who follow your blog, that they would see Jesus and desire a personal relationship with Him as you have displayed yourself.
May the God of HOPE fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Love,
Holly in North Carolina
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Praying
Posted by Anonymous |
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I haven't posted a reply before, but I frequently pray for Noah and your family, Praying now,
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Continuing to pray!!
Posted by Anonymous |
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We are praying for Noah's comfort, peace, & answers to his immediate & long term problems. Also, that God will continue to hold each of you close & carry you through all the coming days. I so wish that your family was in closer proximity so that we could be of physical assistance. In Christian Love, Rachelle in TX
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Jan. 22, 2008 - Throwing up and upped Gi
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Sweet Noah, and your mama. As have many families and people have been praying, your family has been heavy on my heart. I have continued to pray. I know it is hard not knowing Gods will in this but, have peace knowing that he does know.
I wish the medical team could do something for this throwing up bile/acid. I remember when my appendix ruptured and I was doing the same. Throwing up the bile/acid stuff. It is really nasty stuff and burns your throat and mouth. Are they able to clean out Noah's mouth and give him some kind of antiacid in small amounts, so the bile and such don't burn so much? You'd think that'd aggrivate his stomach so much. I'm no doctor but, I was given phenegine. It did help some. As a mommy, I feel the need to want to help that lil fellow and, and ask questions. Please feel free to ignore me if you aren't able to go there in your thoughts right now.
I really hope the doctors can find what their looking for and fix it.
I send all our love and prayers,hoping for the best,
Shell Hall and family
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Praying
Posted by Linda in WA |
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Dear Kate,
I and my dc are in prayer for Jesus to be the doctor behind the doctors giving His wisdom in all procedures and direction for our dear little friend Noah, whom we have grown very close to on this end, an amazingly caring long distance friendship. Thank you for your updates. It is also amazingly great the medical detail of which you are thoroughly aware. I am the person who asked for your cake recipe several months ago at a time when I had no clue of what all you were going thru. God is forever our comfort in such blunders :) and we see clearly He is your lifeboat in this lifestorm. Much love from the Hole family in Washington state.
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Jan. 23, 2008 - I'm praying for you!
 Posted by Darrensgirl
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Dear Friends,
We've never met, physically or in the blog sphere, but I want you to know that I've been reading your blogs and praying throughout the days and nights for you all. I can't imagine how hard this is for you, and yet I CAN imagine how faithful the Lord is and will continue to be, as He provides manna for each day. My only limited experience with extended stays in the hospital came with our baby #5. He became critically ill in the womb with an unknown illness and we had no hope (medically) of life or a full recovery for many days. By God's grace, our little Nathan is a healthy, active 41/2 year old. Truly a miracle. (A very long story, summed up very briefly:) We had to wrestle and then rest in God's sovereignty and mercy to us all...no matter what. His complete control over the situation was our hope and joy when all else was unreliable. I sense that you are resting in the same things. What else can we do?!
I'll continue to pray.
Gathered at the Throne with you all,
Maggie a.k.a. Darrensgirl www.homeschoolblogger.com/darrensgirl/
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Jan. 23, 2008 - KEEPING TRACK OF THE PRECIOUS LITTLE ONE
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i CONTINUE TO KEEP NOAH IN MY PRAYERS AND i CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU..FOR PEACE. FOR STRENGTH. FOR TRUST......CYNTHIA CLAWSON SAID IT WELL, WHEN SHE SANG,.....WHEN YOU CAN'T TRACE HIS HAND, TRUST HIS HEART. HE ALONE IS FAITHFUL AND TRUE. HE ALONE KNOWS WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU. SO WHEN YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND. WHEN YOU CAN'T SEE HIS PLAN. WHEN YOU CAN'T TRACE HIS HAND. TRUST HIS HEART. ...
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Praying
 Posted by kittyqueen
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I just found your blog and am incredibly touched by your story. Please know that I will be praying for you and your family. God knows what is best, and I pray that the doctors will have wisdom and they will be able to fix his poor little stomach.
YOu are standing so strong, and I pray that God will continue to give you strength to go on.
Prayers with all my heart,
Miss Kitty
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by mamasmurf
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We are praying hard here in England. My son offered Noah up in prayer this morning and has asked me to tell you that the prayers of children are heard more loudly than those of adults!!
I pray that Noah's doctors will be guided by God in their decisions and that they will find some answers soon. I also pray that you, his parents, will be given the strength to deal with whatever may come in the future.
((((God bless you all!))))
~Chrissy, Robert and Deiniol from England
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous |
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My heart cries out for that little boy and I feel for you. You and your family are in my prayers. Anything else I type just sounds like mumbo jumbo. Take care and I pray for strength for you.
Love in Christ,
Jenn
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous |
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**one of the Child Life specialists heard what was going on and literally ran down to radiology to stay in the room with Noah.**
This made me cry. God bless all those who are ministering so well to Noah and your family. What an angel of mercy this specialist was for your Noah.
De'Etta
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Jan. 23, 2008 - checking in on Wednesday
Posted by Smith Family in Ohio |
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Hi, Kate!
Just wanted you to know I am so concerned and praying for your family and little Noah. I check hourly to see if there are any updates. Just know there are litterally hundreds praying around the world. God hears us!!!!!
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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I have been ill the past couple of days and have not checked your blog until now, but Noah and your family have continuously been in my prayers. I pray the doctors find an answer soon. I pray for comfort for little Noah and yourself.
I want to be sure you know how much of a blessing your family is others out here. I read what you wrote on the 21st about not advertising the blog and having SOOO many readers. God does work in mysterious ways !! I can tell you I come to your blog of course first and formost to see how Noah is doing and to pray for him. But in doing that, I have come to feel closer to God and I believe even my family has become closer to each other when I update them on Noah and we pray together for him. So, THANK YOU !!! Jessica in Fl.
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Jan. 23, 2008 - Prayers
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Blake's Mom told us about Noah & we wanted you to know he is in our thoughts & prayers
We'll be adding Noah to our prayer list @ Ones Who Care.
Charlene & Becky/OWC
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