Hope Delayed

Well we saw Dr. Henderson today and it is confirmed that Haley needs fusion surgery from her skull to her third or fourth cervical vertebra. This is a big, big surgery that is risky but necessary for Haley to regain her normal function. We went to Maryland this morning all prepared to have Haley admitted to the hospital and the surgery performed within a few days. The car was packed and the hotel reservation made for 7 days.

Instead, Dr. Henderson looked at his schedule and his first available surgery time is next Wednesday, the 26th at 7:30. This is great news (it could have been a month away), but it was very disappointing to Haley. She sort of broke down in the office, and the staff felt terrible. The scheduler tried to find someone local to move, but all of his patients in the next several days are from a distance away, so it would be impossible for them to change plans (plane tickets have been purchased, etc.).

So....we wait. We know that God's timing is perfect. And we know without a doubt that she needs this surgery and that there is a 90% chance that it will make her well, which is a pretty strong statistic, but thankfully, we don't put our trust in statistics, but in the hands of the One who made Haley.

Until then, it is more of the same. I am going to try to keep my suitcase packed and live only out of my dresser drawers. (Who knows what crazy outfits I can come up with!) Also, Larry is not going to be able to come to Maryland for the surgery, as he has a weeklong course that is required for him to maintain his teaching certification. This is disappointing, but also under God's perfect plan. Hopefully one or more of Haley's brothers will be able to come so they can lift her when she faints and can lift their momma's spirits during the 5 hours or more that Haley's in the OR.

Please continue to pray for our family. We are so dependent on the prayers of our family and friends, and we love you all for the way you've supported us thus far.

This is a picture of Haley back in the hospital bed in the living room being cheered up by Ryan and Heather's dog, Cosby.