We have photos of an ecstatic Jeremy taken not so many years ago in the hospital. The occasion...
...was the arrival of two precious little daughters, which marked his promotion to fatherhood. He couldn't have felt better than he did that day.Not all his hospital stays have been quite such happy occasions, however.
He gave us quite a fright when he was just 8 months old...and was hospitalized for about a week with an undiagnosed illness.
But long before they were ready to release him...he was shaking the bars of his hospital bed and begging for freedom.Over the years he's been in great health...and would have had little or no use for doctors if it weren't for all the scrapes he got himself into. He knew the emergency room well...had broken bones, concussions and required stitches on many occasions. His visits to the ER were usually at the insistence of someone else...since he was always sure that he would heal quite nicely on his own.
Last Sunday he was hospitalized with pneumonia. Jeremy, who always works hard and plays hard, could work or play no more, and knew he needed help. We were certain that in a day or two he'd be home...nothing ever keeps him down for long! It's been almost a week...and we thought he looked a wee bit better yesterday morning. But the test results showed otherwise...and he is now in the Intensive Care Unit. And all his hopes of coming home soon are on hold for now.
He may have lost his strong voice and be flat on his back...but his sense of humour is still intact. He informed Tim (brother-in-law) that even with an oxygen mask, he could still take him on and win.
He's not in a hotel of his choosing...he misses his family...and he would love to be all better soon. Thanks for keeping my son in your thoughts and prayers this weekend.
I hope your son gets well soon.
ReplyDeleteJudy .. .for the second night in a row. .at 4 am I was wakened to pray .. for Jeremy.
ReplyDeleteI pray your big strong big strong boy has healing soon, very soon.
I also pray for his family that they will have peace and especially for Broni too. . .
and you and Elmer too. .
Your in our prayers
ReplyDeleteGoing to spend some time right after posting this to pray for Jeremy. Of course, I'll include his entire family in that prayer. God is more than able and completely willing to do this healing work. Keep looking up!
ReplyDeleteI, too, am hoping and praying for your son's recovery. Dairymary
ReplyDeleteWe will keep praying Judy. A beautiful post and tribute to Jeremy.
ReplyDeleteOnly a mother's heart can speak those words.
Have a wonderful weekend.
The sun is shining outside and in.
Oh Judy, I'm so sorry. My prayers continue, and for you also. I know what it is like to have a big strong son in hospital.
ReplyDeleteMay you know His peace and healing these next few days
So grateful that Jeremy is in a safe place with good care watching over him 24 hours a day...
ReplyDeleteHe is in the best place for now Judy, the Lord has his hand on him and even though the process of healing might take longer than expected, I believe the comforter is with Jeremy and your entire family bringing...hope, strength, and that wonderful peace that passes all understanding.
Sending my love to you and your family.
I'm sorry to hear about this setback. My prayers will continue ~stronger than ever.
ReplyDeleteThniking about you too and praying for Jeremy.
ReplyDeleteOh no I am sorry to hear of this turn in Jeremy's recovery! I will light a candle for him this Sunday, and say a spcial prayer to add to all the prayers I have said for him,and all of your family Judy.
ReplyDeleteIntnsive care is good, as he'll be watched well and given the care he needs.
Hugs, Pat
I'm sorry to hear Jeremy is not doing as well as he (and you) would hope. I will pray for him and your family...Carolyn
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking Jeremy is there in his hospital bed regretting the time he won't be spending in the penalty box this hockey season! Between the Great Physician and his brother's friends, I know he's getting the best of care.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update. We will continue to pray for his strong body to return soon to complete health.
ReplyDeleteOh no! I am so sorry to hear that Jeremy is in ICU and so ill. We will be praying for him and a quick recovery, and for your family - that you experience God's peace and love through this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteI thought of your son this afternoon as we lit our candles on our mantle, as we do everynight. I will say a prayer for him. I just know he is going to be OK. I was also going to offer my services to come and milk your cows. I LOVE cows and I LOVE milk. I also thought you could use the help! :) Take care of yourself too!
ReplyDeleteSue
Judy, yes, I'll be praying. I just came across you site but am glad I did. We also have a son, Jeremy, who was hospitalized many times. I can identify. I do appreciate the verses you have in your blog and know you are trusting the Lord for His strength for you and your son. Update us when you can.
ReplyDeleteI join the others in praying for your son, and your entire family as you wait... "The Lord is near...the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:4b, 7
ReplyDeleteMay God grant your son the rest and restoration needed to get back on his feet.
ReplyDeleteHi Judy. . . .I came hoping for an update. . .surely he's turned the corner. . I pray he has.
ReplyDeleteomg im so sorry. Lighting a candle for you :-)
ReplyDeleteNo matter how old they are, when they're sick they're our little boys! You, Jeremy and your families are in my prayers! Please keep us posted!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful wee boy your Jeremy was and what a handsome man he is today. You and yours have been on my mind over the past two days - I continue to pray for healing for Jeremy and peace for the rest of your family.
ReplyDeleteJudy, I am so sorry Jeremy is not quickly rebounding. I hope that when I come back later today I will read that he is better.
ReplyDeleteI can so identify with your message here because we mothers have been on the ride we take with our children. We hold them so close in our hearts, and feel their good and hard times.
It is a good thing they moved him to icu so he is getting the level of care he needs to recover.
I stopped now to say another prayers.