Sunday, October 25, 2009

Prayer

Dear Blog Friends Near and Far,

Regardless of what you think about the H1N1 "Swine Flu" virus, the endless media "hype", or if it's even a real pandemic or not. And regardless if you think the "bad stuff" you hear on the news only happens to a few people-- Today it hit home for me when I read my dear blog friend Atilla The Mom at Cheaper Than Therapy.

At 4:30 Sunday morning, she wrote a post about her son catching a cold a few days ago. She brought him some cold medicine and he said he was feeling better. Later, when his girlfriend came home from work, she found him unresponsive. He's in the hospital, in septic shock and respiratory failure due to complications from the H1N1 virus. He has pneumonia in both lungs and is on a ventilator.

When I read her updated post HERE I knew I had to do something, anything I could, to reach out to help her son.

I am a firm believer in the power of prayer so I ask you to PLEASE, take a moment, read her update and PRAY for her son.

Thank you.
xo
Joanna
Posted by Joanna Jenkins at 8:40 PM
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48 comments:

  1. Maggie MayOctober 25, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    Yes, I will.

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  2. HilaryOctober 25, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    Best healing thoughts sent their way.

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  3. AlisonOctober 25, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Yes, lots of warm postive thoughts. It really hits home when you hear of a 'real' case, doesn't it? Take care everyone. x

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  4. Midlife RoadtripperOctober 25, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    Will do. Hoping for the best for this child and many others.

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  5. MattyOctober 25, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    I just returned from her post. This is heart breaking. Thanks for bringing this to our attention.

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  6. Teresa @ Grammy GirlfriendOctober 25, 2009 at 9:59 PM

    thanks so much for posting...we have had 3 in our family with it but each time caught it VERY early.....

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  7. mommakinOctober 26, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    This really is a scary thing. sending your friend and her son good thoughts.

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  8. Chris HOctober 26, 2009 at 1:49 AM

    I have everything crossed for Caro's precious Young Man.

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  9. Cindy October 26, 2009 at 1:50 AM

    Thanks Joanna, my thoughts and prayers are with the family. Be well.

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  10. People Who Know Me Would Say:October 26, 2009 at 1:55 AM

    Prayers were sent up for him and his mom. I went over to read the update and the fear is palpable and understandable. I bookmarked her so I can keep up to date. I'm going to put him out on the big prayer line of which I'm a part. xo

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  11. MariOctober 26, 2009 at 3:05 AM

    I read her post. It's frightening how it hits some people so hard. I will pray.

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  12. noexcusesOctober 26, 2009 at 4:18 AM

    Thanks for sending me over to this very strong woman's site. It helped me to get out of my stuff and pray for another. God Bless you for caring and loving so much!

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  13. ChristyOctober 26, 2009 at 4:34 AM

    Oh my god, they're in my prayers right now. I know someone who had a niece die from this last week - tragic. I hope his fate is different.

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  14. AnonymousOctober 26, 2009 at 4:48 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with them.

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  15. LissalooOctober 26, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    They are in my prayers

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  16. Boozy ToothOctober 26, 2009 at 5:32 AM

    Count on me, Joanna. Stopping everything right now to pray and will continue until we are given the all clear.

    You are an amazing and beautiful friend.

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  17. LoriOctober 26, 2009 at 6:03 AM

    Thank you Joanna for letting us know about this. There is power in prayer. I will be praying for his young man and his family until I hear differently. Blessings to you.XX Lori

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  18. WilloughbyOctober 26, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    They are in my prayers.

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  19. CiCiOctober 26, 2009 at 6:13 AM

    Geez, Joanna, now I feel really bad that I posted a little snarky "letter" from the flu on my blog a couple days ago. I have been sick over three weeks now and cannot get over it yet. Started with a cold. So I wanted to make it into a funny. Now with all the people fighting the very bad flu, my little flu bug is nothing. I won't know what to say to your friend but I know what it is to be a mom afraid for your kid, so I will go there and tell her you sent me. You are a loving gal, Joanna, and I am so glad I found your blog a few months ago.

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  20. JoyceOctober 26, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    All you have do is ask once my friend. For sure I will include him in my prayers. Prayers are what brought me back after my experience with septic shock, pneumonia and being on a ventilator. My heart goes out to him and his family. Many hugs.... xoxo

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  21. UnknownOctober 26, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    Amen! I will go there and also pray for him.

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  22. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)October 26, 2009 at 6:54 AM

    I most definitely will pray for both son and mom. Hubby and I both had it prior to it getting a name. We were just told it was a new flu that the seasonal shot didn't cover. It's bad stuff. I will continue to lift them up 'till further notice. I'll be waiting for the good report.

    Have a great Monday filled with positive reports! God bless you Joanna

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  23. elvira pajarolaOctober 26, 2009 at 7:14 AM

    I read it and.. we will have him in our prayers..

    Elvira

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  24. UnknownOctober 26, 2009 at 7:14 AM

    First, congrats on the Sunday Roast, I so enjoyed your responses and am now yours forever.

    And you've just made a significant post. My grown daughter caught the H1N1 virus from her daughter (who completely recovered) but she came down with pneumonia. Sending prayers for your friend's son.

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  25. PseudoOctober 26, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Prayers will be said. When I went through some really bad times last month, the internet support and prayers were magical.

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  26. Brian MillerOctober 26, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    i have seen too much of the swine flu in our neck of the woods...have been praying and will continue...scary stuff!

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  27. Chicago MomOctober 26, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    This is just terrifying. They are in my prayers! After I read her post I called my daughter's pediatrician and they won't know if they are even getting the vaccine until mid-November. ALL children are in my prayers!

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  28. Claudya MartinezOctober 26, 2009 at 8:12 AM

    Oh no! So sad to hear about this.

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  29. AnonymousOctober 26, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    I definitely offered one up for Atilla the Mom and her precious little boy! Here's praying that he gets better!

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  30. AnonymousOctober 26, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    How awful. My thoughts and prayers are with them.

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  31. ChristineOctober 26, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Joanna, they are in my thoughts. H1N1 is my biggest worry these days, the shots are a priority, I feel it's all we can do.

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  32. Cheffie-MomOctober 26, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    My thoughts and prayers are with them. Blessings.

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  33. Life Laugh LatteOctober 26, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    Gave me chills...praying now! Come on by for a visit. Holly at lifelaughlatte.blogspot.com

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  34. 2Wired2TiredOctober 26, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Too scary. I don't know what to do about this H1N1 craziness. I also know someone that got hit pretty hard by it too, not hospitalized though. And it makes me question why the doctors and hospitals are turning everyone with the flu away. Ugh. I'm off to read her update now.

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  35. MikeOctober 26, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    My thoughts are with your friends son. I hope that he recovers fully. This swine flu has really turned into a monster.

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  36. Mike SmithOctober 26, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    My pregnant daughter was in hospital at the weekend with swine flu. The hospital sent her home because they didn't want the virus spreading to other patients. My two grandchildren both have the virus now. It's a worrying time.

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  37. Sassy Pants Freckle FaceOctober 26, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    He is my Prayers

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  38. JeanieOctober 26, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    I had read that post yesterday and they have been on my mind and in my prayers since. Looking forward to hear of a positive outcome.

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  39. Big PissyOctober 26, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    Oh, no!!!! :(

    I'll be thinking of him.

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  40. Nanny Goats In PantiesOctober 26, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    My good vibes on already on their way...

    ...and thank you for your review on Amazon - I really appreciate it!

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  41. JoyOctober 26, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    Oh this is heart wrenching.
    I'll pray too.
    ♥
    Joy

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  42. LadyFiOctober 27, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    I too believe in the power of positive thought and prayer.

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  43. ChrisyOctober 27, 2009 at 2:24 AM

    Sending much love to this boy and his family. And bless you too sweet girl.

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  44. UnknownOctober 27, 2009 at 4:53 AM

    delurking to say I added my prayers

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  45. TracieOctober 27, 2009 at 5:05 AM

    I will do that. You are a good friend to send these prayers her way.

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  46. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    :( :(

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  47. Little Ms BloggerOctober 28, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    I'm just catching up and am so sorry for Atilla's son.

    I will say a prayer for him.

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  48. CranberryfriesOctober 28, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Oh no. Prayers to her, her son and her family.

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