tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post5311542572401605264..comments2023-04-27T04:05:20.017-07:00Comments on The Extraordinary Ordinary: AugusteTheLFamilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06496282127361749003noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-46705415057383150082017-11-30T09:30:23.838-08:002017-11-30T09:30:23.838-08:00I just stumbled upon this blog and only wish I had...I just stumbled upon this blog and only wish I had sooner so I too could have provided support as I was going through this around the same time as you were. At the time though, I avoided the internet and the dismal statistics and photos. On August 10, 2012 during a routine ultrasound, my baby was also diagnosed with fetal hydrops. We were immediately sent to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston (luckily we are only about 30-45 min away) while my 3 little ones were home with a babysitter until my parents could make it from CT. It turned out that several months before, I had contracted parvo virus which I passed on to my sweet baby. I was given the option to head to the Brigham for an intra-uterine blood transfusion OR go home and let the baby pass over the weekend. We drove to the hospital and after ultrasounds and tests it was determined we needed a blood transfusion for the baby because her marrow was no longer making blood which was needed to pump out all of the fluid due to pericardial effusion, ascites and pleural effusion. Meanwhile, my husband reached out to our pastor/friend who spread the word to our church to pray for us. That evening as I finally crawled into bed after 9PM. While I couldn't sleep I felt very comforted. The next day we returned for an ultrasound and things were looking better...on Monday August 13, we had to head back for another transfusion. We decided to find out the gender of the baby so we could name her and pray specifically for her and let our families do the same. 2 tsps of blood and a whole lot of prayer later, we met Faith Virginia on January 5, 2013. This little girl, who is soon to be 5, is truly a miracle (our specialist told us that she couldn't believe the baby survived the first transfusion). While I know all babies are miracles - this was even more evidence that God performs miracles in our lives if we are open to seeing them and have faith in Him.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13225498112217511215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-3337431079007574182012-10-03T18:05:17.986-07:002012-10-03T18:05:17.986-07:00Lisa, ran across this scripture tonight and felt l...Lisa, ran across this scripture tonight and felt like I needed to share it with you. Praying for you family. Psalm 91 14-15.<br /><br />LPAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-55210380314140963792012-10-02T18:44:42.862-07:002012-10-02T18:44:42.862-07:00Just seeing this blog and the update on your sweet...Just seeing this blog and the update on your sweet baby. You are officially added to my list and I look forward to your updates. I LOVE what your father said about our Father! <br />Sharing in your hope~<br />AmyDearieAmy Dearie, PaperCrafter and Stampin UP Demonstratorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02019422749952297716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-36387060606813135342012-09-29T09:01:33.657-07:002012-09-29T09:01:33.657-07:00Hey Lisa,
I just wanted you to know that I am thin...Hey Lisa,<br />I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you, your family and Augusta today. I have a co-worker whose 1 year old daughter was diagnosed with cancer in her stomach. They are back in the hospital for 5 days of treatment. We took them breakfast this morning and saw little Bella just as happy as could be. The children of God are so strong and brave and I know that Augusta will live and be part of your beautiful family. Have a blessed day!!<br /><br />-Reneenicholshrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04305219478880731362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-82670207108797695892012-09-29T06:45:22.402-07:002012-09-29T06:45:22.402-07:00Don't ever be afraid to pray and believe in mi...Don't ever be afraid to pray and believe in miracles. Our God is the same God of the bible. He is in the miracle business. This is His sweet baby boy and Augusta has been given to you for a purpose. God has a special plan for his life. Go boldly before him and claim his word. In His word he tells us to ASK in His name and it shall be done. We are askin in Jesus name that Augusta is restored to perfect health in order to carry out his purpose on this earth. God, You told us to come boldly to you and we are. Heal Augusta and calm his loves ones. Amen. Mary Leesa Ballardnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-90425671986753038282012-09-29T04:56:09.705-07:002012-09-29T04:56:09.705-07:00"To commune daily with God in deep meditation..."To commune daily with God in deep meditation, and to carry His love and guidance with you into all your dutiful activities, is the way that leads to permanent peace and happiness."<br /> <br /> -Paramahansa Yogananda<br />I love you, Lisa:)<br /><br />You and your beautiful family are in my prayers:)<br />God bless you all, always!<br /><br />Yamira:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-27740250173870818632012-09-29T01:13:00.862-07:002012-09-29T01:13:00.862-07:00Yes Lisa, He is a God of incredible miracles that ...Yes Lisa, He is a God of incredible miracles that I have seen with my own eyes! It is 4:00am, and I can not sleep, which lead me under the covers, to Facebook, to your blog, to this news, and now out of bed, and on my knees. I will pray to the Great Doctor and then happily plan to meet sweet Auguste in February.<br />MelissaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-17438426724702953242012-09-28T20:11:43.943-07:002012-09-28T20:11:43.943-07:00"Casting all your care on him for he careth f..."Casting all your care on him for he careth for you." I Peter 5:7 <br /><br />No matter what the trial, he is a God of an unlimited supply of grace, mercy, and abundant miracles. And He does it every day for each one of us, because we are each that special to Him. <br /><br />Even though we see the hard side of things daily, never forget all of the miracles we have seen along the way, too.<br />Ashley Cothrannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5108641883809157523.post-76029194823530685032012-09-28T20:09:31.592-07:002012-09-28T20:09:31.592-07:00Lisa,
I love you and believing, with you, for your...Lisa,<br />I love you and believing, with you, for your miracle. I pledge my faith and prayers!<br />Hugs,<br />Aunt Denise Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com