November 22, 2012

God Orders Our Steps ~ An Update

We make our plans,
but, God orders our steps.

The other day we were at the adult cardiologist's office
for a pre-op visit and check up.
We were meeting with this specialist for the first time.
The plan is for Austin to be attended by three specialists.
How blessed we are!

This morning I received a call from
the cardiologist at Children's.
Apparently, he was contacted by the cardiologist
we met with at the beginning of the week.
He felt it best to have Austin assessed and admitted
to adjust medications.

He's at Children's Hospital right now.

My plans did not include this.
But, I am thankful that God's plans do.
It seems to be the wisest course of action.

The hope is to stabilize him with
the introduction of an IV heart failure drug
and then swap it out for an oral one.
Then he can come home.

Perhaps this will just take a few days.
Or, maybe it will not be that simple.
My plans were to continue with *normal* posts
until the surgery date, 
at which time I planned to update once more.

Those plans have changed.

For the time being, my focus must be on Austin
and the rest of the children, (and Howie too!) as I 
divide my time between here and there.
Thank you for your prayers and for understanding
my lack of blog variety.  :)

May the LORD continue to have HIS way.
Where He leads we will follow.

Many Blessings!
Camille

14 comments:

Grandmabeckyl.blogspot said...

praying!

Angela said...

Hi Camille, I find it interesting that just awhile ago I was praying for Austin and you and Howie, especially that you would have wisdom to know if you need to bring him into emergency before Dec 4th. It seems to me that God was ahead of you making that decision. I pray that this new medication will make a big difference for Austin's heart function and over all health. May the Great Physician bring healing to Austin and comfort and strength to all of you. In prayers, Angela

Farmgirl Cyn said...

Praying with you, dear friend. He truly is our only hope.

Unknown said...

Praying here, my friend, praying.

~marci~ said...

Oh Camille! Prayers are ascending for Austin, and your behalf. Gods timing is perfect~even though we don't understand!

Camille said...

Dear Becky ~ What a blessing it is to know that you are! Thank you!!

Dear Angela ~ Yes, the LORD indeed does go before us! Thank you for praying so specifically for us...you are a blessing to my heart!

Dear Cindy ~ How true it is! HE is our only hope!! Thank you, my friend, for lifting us up in prayer.

Dear Susan ~ Thank you so much my friend!

Dear Marci ~ Yes, the LORD's timing is perfect! Thank you for lifting our family up in prayer. The LORD is Good!

With Love to you all!
Camille

Linda said...

Lifting up prayers for Austin and for you and your family as you trust Him.God is our hope always.
You are in my thoughts sweet friend.
Blessings and hugs.

Anonymous said...

Praying for you all. What a blessing to know that so many others are praying as well. May God keep you in perfect peace as you wait on Him. We are praying for Austin. Your trust and faith in God has taught me so much. What a blessing to rest in the knowledge that God does ALL things well, and is holding Austin in the palm of HIS hand!
Much love to you all...

Make a Joyful Noise all ye Lands said...

Dear Camille,
Praying for Austin as he is admitted and is assessed to adjust his medications. Praying for Austin and his healing.
Praying for you also..
So many people care and are lifting your son up to the Lord.
In His Love~
Virginia

Patty said...

Camille ~ I tried to comment and something happened. So if you get this twice just delete this one. I was finding it difficult to find words for what I wanted to say. So I am praying to the One who knows and sees all and asking that He will meet each of your family members needs at this time in His wisdom and will. May His peace rest upon each of you.

American Home said...

Thinking of you today and remembering Austin in our prayers.

God bless you friend.

Kerri said...

Bless you, Camille for your desire to follow the Lord as He leads. I will be praying for your family and the doctors taking earthly care of Austin but the Great Physician is on the throne! What peace that brings! :o)
Please don't appologize for your blog content, your blog is a reflection of your life and right now Austin's health is understandably a major focus for your family.

Anonymous said...

camille,
we received the update from Howie and wanted to let you all know that we've been praying for you all.
wishing you strength and God's grace to you all during this time.
with all our love
hans, tamara and girls

Camille said...

Dear Linda ~ Thank you from the bottom of my heart my sweet friend!

Dear Anonymous ~ Your sweet comment was a blessing to my heart...thank you so much! God is Good!

Dear Virginia ~ Thank you for your prayers my friend, and for your encouraging words.

Dear Patty ~ How wonderful it is to know that, indeed, the LORD knows! Thank you for praying!!

Dear Donna ~ How lovely it is to know that you all are praying for us too...thank you so much!

Dear Kerri ~ What a sweet note of encouragement...thank you from the bottom of my heart! Thank you for praying for us!

Dear Hans, Tamara and girls ~ Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by here and let me know! What a blessing it is to belong to the Precious Family of our Great God! We are thankful for you!

With love,
Camille