“When you put faith, hope, and love together, you can raise positive kids in a negative world.” Zig Ziglar
This update is from yesterday, when Justine made an spontaneous appearance in the hospital room. She of course, was prepared, as I show her photos of daddy every night. But I hadn’t known she was near till I got a phone call from my babysitting parents, who were are the shopping mall across the street from the hospital. Although it had been a month from her last visit (she had contracted a cold and was afraid to spread it to her father in the meantime) she proved to be strong and ready for the moment thrown upon her. It was the first time she had seen her dad with his eyes open and she was as pleased as punch to get a “squeeze from his hand.”
And then of course, she took court over every visitor to her father’s room.
Among other nuggets of the conversation between Justine and Dr. Rauser, here is this:
Justine: Do you see that tear on my daddy’s face?
Dr. R: Yes.
Justine: Do you want to know why it it is there?
Dr. R: Why?
Justine: Its because he misses me and he wants to come home.
Out of the mouths of babes. I will say that while little Justine was holding court (she says she wants to be a doctor one day, after all) Vernon’s eyes were VERY focused on her voice…blinking, alert. I believe she will be a part of his strength, his reason to fight, regardless of her current awareness of it.
Heart-filling.
The following quote is a little off-age, but I love it and can apply it anyway:
“If one feels the need of something grand, something infinite, something that makes one feel aware of God, one need not go far to find it. I think that I see something deeper, more infinite, more external that the ocean in the expression of the eyes of little baby when it wakes in the morning and coos or laughs because it sees the sun shining on its cradle.”
Vincent Van Gogh
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straight to my heart Allison…. i am lost for words to say right now ..so i wrap you all in my arms and send you all my love xx
Hear filling indeed ❤️Prayerfully
Love this post! Praying for God’s continued miracles and for endurance. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Sending more and more love in your direction daily. I know it is a snails pace you are observing changes, but there is a pace! And there is SO much love it is overwhleming sometimes to read your beautiful posts and evenmore see a glimpse of the art and world you have created in your cocoon. xoxo
Thanks Tamlyn. I need to write back to you anyway…and will soon. I saw your generous gift (have honestly barely glanced that direction) and was totally touched. So glad we have reconnected recently. I just wish I was more free to visit more often. Next time you are in town, PLEASE let me know! xo
Hi Alison ,Oh so sweet to hear her talk with Dr.
Just want to let you know Patrick and I went visited Vernon today around 6 we had a very pleasant prayer time over him and all I can think and sing over him was : blow mighty breath of God over him. I was please to see blinking in his eyes .
Stay stand on your rock Jesus ,He will give you the strength you need each day.
We love Vernon &you.
Talar&patrick.
oh thank you for visiting him, Talar. How special that he receives visitors in the off-hours. I wonder what he will remember. thank you for being there in the storm.
Allison,
Just makes you want to grab little Justine and hug her close. It looked like she is giving the doctor some pointers. So precious.
Hugs,
Becky
So precious. Not too surprising when you remember her great-grandmother. Thanks for sending daily posts–we can see the progress as Vernon reaches out to you. Your posts make up one of the most moving books of all time.
Beautiful! Deeply moving. Prayers continue.
thank you for this very sweet post. the prayers continue…
Thank you for writing your updates about Vernon….I’m always moved. Moved to tears this time, by brave Justine’s words about daddy….Sending love and prayers to Vernon, you and the kids. Love you K
Dear Allison,
We are very close friends with the Glynns and Sills and know your family from years past. I have been blessed to be a part of your journey. It is an honor to be lifting Vernon and you up in prayer for healing! I am touched deeply by each of your posts and this morning by your sweet Justine. May You feel Our Lord’s arms around you ALL!
What a precious photo……..She is soooooo sweet and what a precious moment for you, Vernon and I am sure for the Dr. Just precious….. <3
Thank you Allison, for allowing each of those who love you & yours; whether closely or from afar; to know how best to send our prayers Heavenward. We can read; and see; and feel what God is doing in the midst of this time of Vernon’s healing – and because of your transparency we can come alongside your Family to pray in agreement with His will; His timing and His miracles. And we ARE praying for mighty things. Love you!
And now there is a tear in my eye too. I so want him to go home and be with Justine. Praying it will be soon.
Brought me to tears just now. She is amazing. Love you all.
Every day a hopeful day!
She shan’t require med school. She is already a healer!
I love your healing heart, Justine. God bless you and your whole family.