Prayers Desperately Needed

As I was cleaning up the kitchen last night after dinner, I heard a story on the news that, immediately, caught my attention.  This beautiful 24 year old grad. student at the Univ. of West Georgia was involved in a zip-line accident about a week ago.  She sustained injuries to her calf and had to get 22 staples. However, she was sent home because all was thought to be well.  Unfortunately, things took a rapid turn for the worse and she's now in grave condition as she battles for her life against a life-threatening, flesh-eating bacteria. Her left leg was amputated and there's a good chance that she'll lose her hands and right foot. As I shared on Facebook yesterday, I'm a believer in the power of prayer and I know that God can perform miracles.  Please visit Aimee's Facebook page here that's been set up on her behalf.  I know that she and her family would greatly appreciate your prayers and words of support and encouragement. 

Also, one of my husband's classmates from The Citadel isn't doing well.  Chris received news few days ago that his classmate had to have his foot amputated because of an infection he'd developed from diabetes. Chris called to check in on him and was told that his prognosis isn't good. They were taking him back into surgery yesterday to remove more of his leg as the infection has progressed. Prayers would be appreciated for him, as well.  There just seems to be so much heartache going on and it really brings you to your knees.  

My visit with the dermatologist went as well as can be expected yesterday.  He took a biopsy of that spot on my chest and he's pretty certain it's basal cell carcinoma.  Didn't come as a shocker.  If it comes back positive for cancer, I have to apply a cream called Zyclara to the area for a week or so.  Thankfully, no surgery is needed...this time.  I can't urge you ladies enough to go in and get your skin checked. It really isn't all that bad. If you can survive a GYN. appt., a full body skin check is a piece of cake. My spot was the size of a pencil eraser and had a pearlescent look to it.  Please, don't put it off.  Remember...it could very well save your life in the long run.

I'm off to the park, then I'll come back and spend the rest of the afternoon cleaning house. Brittany takes her last final today, so she'll be coming home either this weekend or on Monday.  I can't tell you how excited I am to have my family together, again!  Wishing all of you moms a very HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY on Sunday! For those of you who are struggling to have a child, just know that you are close in my prayers.  Hugs to you all ♥.