Saturday, May 5, 2012
Jesus, Our Best Friend
Saturday is slower pace and a little more quiet in the Hospital. Britten still had several therapy sessions and did well with only one of them cut a bit short because of nausea. It has been a bit of a roller coaster ride because of the postponed surgery yesterday. 24 hours from now we will be getting ready again for surgery. We did a few extra therapy and excersize sessions in the room today to help ensure that he doesn't get any blood clots because he has been off the blood thinners for several days now. He continues to make progress in so many ways. His memory, recall and speech are improving everyday. His biggest frustration is his vision. Even though it is frustrating to him, he believes that it will improve and he knows that it is in his loving Father in Heavens Hands and if it is meant to be it WILL be. He will tell you that Jesus Christ is his best friend, and he is also grateful, as we are, for all of our friends! We pray for all who are struggling in any way this night. We know that Our Father loves all His Children and hears and answers all prayers in His time and way. His purposes will be fulfilled.
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Keep the faith as you always have...
ReplyDeleteWe continue to pray for you Britten. We love you so much. So are such a great example and missionary.
Keep smiling as we all are.
Love, David and Mary and the kids!
You are an amazing family with a very amazing son. I admire your faith and strength. We pray for all of you daily. What a roller coaster you have been on. Keep hanging on, it will all be worth it in the end. We check your blog daily and love to hear of Britten's progress. My kids always ask how he is doing. Take care.
ReplyDeleteLove the Zilles family
Britten, we pray your surgery goes well today, that your vision is restored and that you have a fabulous 21st birthday on Saturday! This blog is truly a light to the world! Keep ON!
ReplyDeleteDaniel, my ancestor is Peter Maughan- are we related? :) Rachel Hill
DeleteYes... Not sure how close, my great, great grandfather is Daniel Hill Maughan son of William Harrison Maughan and Elizabeth Brice Hill. Does that ring any bells? My email is danno.maughan@gmail.com
DeleteWoops! I meant surgery on Monday...
DeleteThank you for your faith, and testimony in the Savior Jesus Christ. Also our loving Father in Heaven. We are all so blessed to have the knowledge of the great plan of salvation, and happiness. Your friendship with Jesus, helps me to know that he lives and loves us all. I pray that your surgery will go well on Monday, and that your progression can continue on.
ReplyDeleteLots of Love,
Brittany
May you all be blessed during the work and help to make Britten stronger and better!! our love and faith goes to you!!
ReplyDeleteWe sat in front of Grandma Schenk at Stake Conference last night and had a sweet visit. She and Grandpa love you so much Britt. They, along with so many of us, have you in their prayers constantly. We know what it is like to "wait on the Lord" and to have perfect trust in Him. It is a difficult but defining path. You can do this; we are ALL behind you in every way. Have a peaceful Sabbath and know we will all be on our knees for you Monday and everyday! Love to you and your dear parents.
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I don't know you but I feel that I do! I am the mother of Elder Jordan Rupp. He went to highschool with you and he is currently serving a mission in Mexico. When we first heard of the news about you, I immediatly feel to me knees and begged Heavenly Father for your recovery. There isn't a prayer go by in our home that your name isn't offered heavenly. My cute 6 year old son in his personal prayers every night prayers for you. He too doesn't know you but loves you. Your example of missionary work and the testimony you share every day radiates to thousands of us. Even to a 6 year old boy whom has never met you in person. I love how this church works, not only do we have our close Family members, then our Ward Family's, and our whole church that is praying for you. This blog is a touch of humility to our family everyday as I read it and share it with my family everyday. I can hardly give an update to my family with out shedding a tear. I place your name on the prayer roll at the Temple each time I go. I know it has been a long rough road, but keep your chin up!! There are many of us who pray for you each day. Continue in the FAITH. Sincerely Sister Jodell Rupp
ReplyDeleteI have been reading this blog since I heard of Elder Schenk's accident, and it always inspires me! He is in our prayers and good luck in surgery!
ReplyDeleteI have been reading some of this for the first time after I saved the newspaper article and my heart goes out to you. I love the quote about faith by President Monson. Our niece has had a similar experience and faith has been so important to her family. Your family seems wonderful and so loved!
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We are also thinking of you and praying for you all. We hope the surgery will be a success. Thanks for all you do and share with us. It is a blessing to see all these miracles. to those people that do not believe in miracles they just need to follow your blog huh? Good luck and know that we love you... hope to talk to you or see in sometime. love ya Tammy and Nelson
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you Britten tommorow and pray you surgery is a success. What a journey you and your family has been on. I am sure that this will be a testimony builder for you and your family. Trial's brings each one of us closer to our Savior. In our ward today a member was praying for the safety of all the missionaries in the world. We can never say enough prayers in our life. You and your family are a true inspiration's to all of us who read this blog. May you have the peace you need get get through this difficult time in your life right now. Patti SLC.
ReplyDeleteDear Britten and Family,
ReplyDeleteI hope and pray for a successful surgery tomorrow and that the spirit will be a comfort and a strength to you! My mom and I keep you in our prayers and read this blog every day. We are so impressed and humbled by your faith and obedience to the gospel of Jesus Christ. What wonderful examples you set to all those around you, many of whom you don't even know. What an amazing family you are!! I want Britten to know how much I've always looked up to him. He's always been one to have a great sense of humor about everything and to always make those around him happy with his smile and charm. What a great friend he is to me and I cherish his friendship! Keep hanging in there and may the Lord continue to bless you.
Love, Chelsea Jepsen