To those who have known about our struggles and have lifted us in prayer, thank you - we have needed them and still do. Vanessa is still very weak from this latest flare (that Covid so kindly left in its wake) of her ME/CFS, but she seems to have turned a corner for the better this week. Here is an update in her words:
The fatigue has been so devastating that I couldn’t even speak at times much less sit up or walk. Low grade fevers for weeks on end, neuropathic pain and extreme neuropathic itch, blood clots, digestive issues, and all kinds of other not so fun things that have been going on, but the Lord gives sufficient grace for all suffering.
My doctor put me back on my old steroid and it has already made a difference. He said that on a cellular level, my body cannot process enough nutrients or electrolytes for any of my systems to work - especially when I was so far gone. There was simply no other way to heal or come back from that drastic state without help. I am finally able to walk to the kitchen and sit up for a few minutes for a meal, so that is visible improvement! I feel like I’m beginning to come back to life a little more every day - praise Jesus!
My Vann is Superman if you didn’t already know - among his other incredible talents he is also the most selfless and tender caregiver ever. It’s also a good thing that God made him strong since he’s had to carry me - and I am not a petite woman! He does have his limits though, especially after Covid, and he could use your prayers too. We’re going into the third month that I’ve been down and it all gets so hard and so old so fast.
We are deeply thankful for all of the prayers and messages from those who are far away, and more grateful than we can ever express for the tangible love that this community has showered on us in our time of need. Our family has been fed for weeks, our laundry has been faithfully done for us, and so many have helped with groceries too. I have had the most precious people come and visit and pray over me nearly every day. Oh, and the flowers - how they cheer me up when I am bed-bound!
May God be glorified in everything that we do or say, and when we can’t even speak may He still be praised with every breath.