Jera/Natalie UPDATE #5

[SASM]

Going to make this brief as I do not have a lot of info but did not want to leave you hanging.

Yesterday (Tuesday), Natalie had a rough time with her breathing. She would drastically de-sat and then slowly work her way back up again. This happened several times. The doctors thought this was due to the steroid affects tapering off. Then, this AM, J called me frantically, telling me that she was heading to the hospital due to DH's urging. Natalie had a rough night ~ very poor blood gases and de-sats. Jera thought that they would have to talk about palliative care. That was the last that I heard until this evening. Unfortunately, I couldn't talk when she called and I missed her later when I tried back. She told me that she was home and that Natalie is back on the upswing. Hopefully I'll get more info tomorrow, once my phone problem is fixed :(

Thank you for all of the interest (via post, IM, and email) in donating for a personal chef. I have several emails out there and now I am just waiting for responses. If I do not hear from anyone tomorrow I'll start calling.

PLEASE continue to keep little Natalie Amelia, Jera, and their family in your prayers.

[mharling]

Still thinking of them and praying... thanks for the update.

Mary - Some days work. Some days don't.
Lane - April 2003
Faye - March 2005

[MarisaSF]

Oh, goodness, what a rollercoaster.
Sharyn, thank you.
Jera, sweetie, hang in there. We're pulling for that little one and sending lots of wishes for strength! Wish I could take away your stress and pain.

[HannaAddict]

Please let Jera know that Natalie and her family are in our thoughts. I'll hope for all the best. Thank you for updating us.

Kimberly

[Rachels]

Wow. I wish I knew what to say to offer some comfort, but I imagine there really isn't any at a time like this. Please just know that we're thinking of and praying for this family.

-Rachel
Mom to Abigail Rose
5/18/02
New baby coming in October!
(Holy smokes, it's a boy!!!)


"When you know better, you do better."
Maya Angelou
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Nursed for three years!

[barbarhow]

My heart just goes out to them. It seems like such a rollercoaster both for Natalie and for the family with their emotions. Please continue to keep us updated and let us know about meals, etc.
Barbara-mom to Jack 3/27/03, a Red Sox fan
and Anna 5/12/05, my little Yankee fan!

[bluej]

Thank you for the update. My prayers continue for little Natalie and her parents.

[mudder17]

This has to be one of the scariest roller coaster rides ever. :( I am so sorry they're going through this and continue to keep them in my prayers. Sharyn, thanks for continuing to keep us updated.


Eileen

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[JulieL]

Oh Jera keep strong - I'm praying for Natalie and your family. I can't imagine the emotions you are going through. Just know so many of us care very much about your little girl.

Sharyn please update as SOON as you find out more!

[bcky2]

i am so sorry to hear that natalie was having such a hard time with her breathing but hopefully she will keep improving. hang in there little natalie. we will keep you in our thoughts.

[brigmaman]

I can't even imagine dealing with this. Prayers to Jera and Natalie.

[alkagift]

Jera must be just a wreck! Tell her we're praying for her and Natalie.

And count me in on anything you want to do!


Allison
Mommy to Matthew, who is TWO!

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[Puddy73]

Jera, Natalie and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep fighting, Natalie!

Jennifer
Mommy to Annabelle 9/03 & a little pumpkin due 10/05

"If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience." - Woodrow Wilson

[ribbit1019]

They are in my prayer still.
Hugs Jera!

Christy
Maddy born 06/09/04
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Little Peanut due 03/02/06
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[trumansmom]

We'll be keeping them in our prayers.

Jeanne
Mom to Truman 11/01 and Eleanor 4/04
Independent Consultant, Do-Re-Me & You!

[lmintzer]

Oh, this must be torture for poor Jera and her family. We're thinking of you often, and wishing Natalie and all of you lots of strength.

[murpheyblue]

What an emotional roller coaster. Huge (((hugs)).

Thinking of Jera and her family,

[jec2]

jera, your family is in our thoughts.

[NEVE three BUGS and a BEE]

Sharyn thank you for taking the time to update us and knowing we all are thinking of Natalie and family...

Our hearts, prayers and thoughts have been with them non stop...please keep us posted:)

hugs,

[8isenough]

Thank you for the updates. I will keep them in my prayers.

Sterling

[tiikeri2]

Thanks for the update. We'll keep praying.

Hang in there, baby Natalie!!!

Kay

[ismommy]

Thank you for keeping us updated. I will continue to keep them in my thoughts and prayers.
Helene
mommy to Isabella
and Gunner
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[ChunkyNicksChunkyMom]

Thinking of and praying for Jera and Natalie each day.

Susan

#1 Nick 11-18-04
#2 ETA 05-22-06