Friday, May 30, 2008

discharged!

The last 36 hours have been very hectic. Yesterday morning didn't start well because it has been hard for Nancy to get back own her feet. Pain is a constant companion for Nancy right now. As the day wore on we began to work toward getting her home. We took delivery on a hospital bed, clearing a space for it in our LIVING room. We also had to arrange home nursing, and therapy visits.
Meanwhile, the medical staff was monitoring the aftermath of a blood transfusion, reviewing one last chest x-ray and finetuning her meds.

Anyway, I got her in the car around 5pm, and a few minutes later, our next door neighbor Jim and I escorted her into the house. She was peppy enough to remark about the scandal caused by the site of her being led about by two married men. Definitely, her mood is up, and she is resting better at home.

Meanwhile, Bob and Ann arrived from Kansas to provide wonderful support during this transition. My brother and his wife have wonderful, wise servant hearts. Overall, we feel we are being carried by a huge army of prayers and kindnesses. Nancy's soul is nourished by every gesture of love.

However, we do need some space between now and Tuesday. Chris and Leah arrive tonite, and Nancy's brother and sister will be with us over the next couple of days.
Pray for this "Freeman time"...It has been a while since they were together and we trust the Spirit to use that time as HE wishes.

This journey has taught me to give thanks for many of the blessings I tend to take for granted. The last day and half were busy and intense, but filled with his mercy. We are thankful for this day...and trust him for grace to meet what comes tomorrow.

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

Dear Dan and Nancy,
We continue to lift you up to the throne. We are praying that the next few days will bring you many moments of tender, love-filled, laugh-filled fellowship with each other; with your children and extended family members; and with the Lord. May He give you all the gift to taste and see that even in this very, very difficult place He remains good and He loves you.
Our love is with you, as always.
Roger and Karen

Cindy Nore said...

Dear Dan and Nancy,
My name is Cindy Nore, and my daughter Jessica Pety is the 21 year old WHM missionary who went to be with Jesus on February 3rd while finishing her training at MTI. I read your story via the Myhres blog, which I check daily, and I just wanted you to know that all of you are in my prayers constantly. Praying for peace, for encouragement, for rest, and for the comfort of our Father in the days ahead. With love- Cindy

CS said...

Dan, thanks for taking the time amidst all that's going on to update this blog regularly, because we so want to know what's happening. It's a big kindness to us who are reading, even though so much of what we read is hard. So glad Nancy is home! Will pray for her pain and that you would all have a sweet, sweet time together. Love you guys.

Brad & Stacey said...

We are grateful she is home! Praying for sweet times with your family!

Much love and prayers-
Brad and Stacey

words and streets said...

We are so glad to hear that you are home, Nancy! We love you all and we continue to pray.
allie and todd stryd

Jason and Kristine Stryd said...

Dear Dan, Nancy and Family,

Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. We are blessed by your faith and trust in God's goodness amidst all the mystery and trial. May he be your strength, your treasure and your portion in this journey. And may your faith, more precious than gold, be a beautiful testimony to all.
Love you

jason and kristine

Anonymous said...

Dear Dan and Nancy and family,

May the presence of Jesus be so real you can feel His loving touch in every way. We are praying for you.

Carol and Daryl VanDyken
South Africa

HappyAndersons said...

Looking forward to seeing everyone! My prayers are with you all.

Love
Andrea

Anonymous said...

Dear Dan and Nancy,

Thankyou for writing and letting us be with you in this. Your love and faith are beautiful. We continue to pray. The interns arrive today, so we'll have a constant reminder of the Machas!
Love,
Joel and Cindy

LongJnSilver said...

Dear Dan & Nancy,
Johnny & Becky here from London.
WE LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH and are thinking of and praying for you constantly!
You guys are fantastic teachers of the grace we can expect from our loving Father when these trail come our way - as they surely will.
THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU (I hear you... it's only because you are His!)
BIG HUGS,
J&B
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