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Posted by: Sammy Dec 14 2004, 10:57 AM

My 11 year old daughter was admitted to the hospital yesterday with severe pneumonia.
It started as a cold, then flu, now she has lost over 10% of her body weight in 4 days.
The doc says we should know more today, whether she gets better or worse. If it turns for the better she could be home in a few days.
They're asking me questions about mold and all kinds of things, I don't think they really know much right now but are just hoping all the medicine they are pumping into her will work.
Anyone so inclinded to throw a prayer her way will be thanked any way I can.
Thanks.

Posted by: skline Dec 14 2004, 10:59 AM

Consider it done, I had it twice when I was very young, and once last year. It's no fun. Have faith, she will get better.

Posted by: Aaron Cox Dec 14 2004, 11:01 AM

youve got it... hope she gets better

Posted by: Kerrys914 Dec 14 2004, 11:01 AM

Sorry to hear of the news... Best wishes from the Herrs in PA

Keep us posted and hang in there. I'll have the family say a prayer tonight for her.

Posted by: iamchappy Dec 14 2004, 11:03 AM

I will hold it in my heart.

Chap

Posted by: JB 914 Dec 14 2004, 11:08 AM

consider it done!!

Posted by: Ferg Dec 14 2004, 11:08 AM

Done, and she will be included in tonights family prayers as well.
Ferg.

Posted by: morphenspectra Dec 14 2004, 11:10 AM

I hope she has a speedy recovery, having a child in the hospital is very hard, It's even harder when you get so many questions from everyone, and all that you can focus on is your child.

HIEDI

Posted by: scruz914 Dec 14 2004, 11:12 AM

You got it. There is nothing more heart breaking than a child sick and in the hospital. I wish her a speedy recovery.

-Jeff

Posted by: davep Dec 14 2004, 11:13 AM

There are a lot of nasty things going around. We hope that she and all of our loved ones regain their health. Christmas is no time to be ill.

Posted by: Carl Dec 14 2004, 11:18 AM

Sam,
Best wishes to your daughter for a quick recovery and to you for patience in this difficult time. Pneumonia is a tough one.

Carl

Posted by: aircooledboy Dec 14 2004, 11:21 AM

Damn Sam,

Done indeed.

We went through the same dance with our 2 yr old Sunday. Thankfully the doc agreed to try one more thing before admitting her and it worked. Looking into mold and that sort of stuff was suggested to us too. Dealing with a very sick child and trying to think about whether there might air quality issues in the house is pretty overwhelming.

Good luck, and our prayers are with your family.

Posted by: ! Dec 14 2004, 11:24 AM

Ouch....me and all my girls are online with God right now....good luck. Give her a hug for me.

Posted by: d7n7master Dec 14 2004, 11:24 AM

Our prayers are with you.

Posted by: Eric_Ciampa Dec 14 2004, 11:39 AM

We will pray. post when you have more information.

Posted by: Joe Ricard Dec 14 2004, 11:43 AM

Yup I'm there for you all.
Having a Preemie baby in my case makes you very sensative to sick children. Would one of these help?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Dec 14 2004, 11:43 AM

Done. Many prayers for Sammy's daughter.

Posted by: Jenny Dec 14 2004, 12:23 PM

Sammy, my thoughts go out to you and your family, especially your little girl. Keep us posted on how she's doing when you have time. And buy her some cool magazines to read.

Jen

Posted by: dinomium Dec 14 2004, 12:32 PM

we are including you in our thoughts this season...

Posted by: 3d914 Dec 14 2004, 12:36 PM

Sammy,

Here's mine right now . . .

Eternal and Glorious God - source of all life & breath! We look to you through the sacrifice of your Son our Lord & Savior - Jesus Christ - who died so that we can have access to you - and request your intervention - you blessing - your supernatural favor - on Sammy's daughter in her time of need. Restore her health and enable the doctors to identify the root of the problem for her benefit and the benefit of others. Comfort the family, and show them the fruit of their faith and confidence in you as our God. Amen.

Posted by: Howard Dec 14 2004, 12:42 PM

Just took everything else off my Christmas list. Best wishes from our family to yours.

Posted by: jwalters Dec 14 2004, 12:45 PM

I am so sorry to hear about your baby girl. I am a single father of an 8 yr old girl myself, I know your pain. She will get better, my prayers are with you and yours.

Posted by: rjkavanagh Dec 14 2004, 12:53 PM

Sam, she'll be in our thoughts, please keep us informed on how's she's doing.

Posted by: Carlitos Way Dec 14 2004, 12:54 PM

Best wishes, thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: tdgray Dec 14 2004, 12:59 PM

Comin at ya Sammy.

Let us know how she's doing.

Posted by: SteveL Dec 14 2004, 01:02 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stay strong.

Posted by: Stutgart46 Dec 14 2004, 01:10 PM

She will be in my prayers.
Please wish her the best.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Dec 14 2004, 01:25 PM

What they all ^^^ said! I hope she comes home soon, healthy and happy to not be eating hospital food!!

--DD

Posted by: Sammy Dec 14 2004, 01:28 PM

Great news!
The fever has started to break and she is coherent enough to realize where she is and recognize her mother and I.
It looks like she will turn the corner, even the doctor is acting like the worst is over. She is still very sick but it looks like she will get better instead of worse.
You guys are the greatest.
Thank you very much to those of you who are old friends and those of you who are new friends.
You wishes and prayers have helped her and my wife and I more than you can imagine.

Posted by: Always Looking Dec 14 2004, 01:29 PM

Our prayers are with you.

Posted by: aircooledboy Dec 14 2004, 01:29 PM

Posted by: Mueller Dec 14 2004, 01:33 PM

sorry to hear that this happened, sounds like some good news however and nothing sounds better than news of recovery....our wishes are with ya till the end and she comes home safe and sound....

Posted by: Eddie914 Dec 14 2004, 01:35 PM

Our prayers our with her.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Eddie

Posted by: itsa914 Dec 14 2004, 01:35 PM

That is great news Our prayers for a speedy recovery.

- Garold

Posted by: Evill Ed Dec 14 2004, 01:38 PM

Sam, your little girl and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

There is alot of Love on this list.

Stay strong.

Best wishes,

Ed Villela

PS - email me later on about mold issues, I may be able to help you out with identifying possible sources.

Posted by: neo914-6 Dec 14 2004, 01:44 PM

Posted by: charlesmac Dec 14 2004, 01:51 PM

Done!!

Glad things are looking better.

Lord Bless all of you

Charles

Posted by: nebreitling Dec 14 2004, 02:02 PM

i'll keep her and your family in my heart. glad to hear things are getting better.

Posted by: GWN7 Dec 14 2004, 02:19 PM

Worst feeling in the world is handing your child over to someone else and hoping they can make them better.

Glad there is some good news.

Happy thoughts from my family to yours....

Posted by: watsonrx13 Dec 14 2004, 02:22 PM

Sam, your little girl and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Glad to see that she has turned for the best...

Posted by: Mrs. K Dec 14 2004, 02:31 PM

Great to hear that she is getting better!!!!
Kids are quite resiliant and she will gain that body weight back
in no time!
I have worked in hospitals for 20 years, and had some personal
family kid illnesses......she's gonna be fine!
Especially with all the "914" prayers....
mine included, of course!
God bless you and your family from mine.
Hang in there!

Lisa

Posted by: aveale Dec 14 2004, 02:49 PM

Thanx for sharing.

Our thoughts are with you.

T

Posted by: Qarl Dec 14 2004, 03:15 PM

Hi Sammy,

From someone what has been a recipient of lots of prayers from this group for his little boy, I will be more than glad to send not just one prayer your way, but lots.

I'll keep you and your family and your little girl in my thoughts and pray for another "good news" post soon.

Hang in there.

Regards,

Qarl

Hunter's Dad

Posted by: spare time toys Dec 14 2004, 03:33 PM

Your on our list.

Posted by: Scott Carlberg Dec 14 2004, 03:58 PM

Posted by: airsix Dec 14 2004, 04:12 PM

Sammy,
From one father to another my heart goes out to you and your family.
I'm so glad to hear your little girl is doing better. The prayers will continue.

Best Regards,
Ben M. (your brother in 914 turboness)

Posted by: Jeroen Dec 14 2004, 04:20 PM

Hey Sam,

Our thoughts are with you/your daughter/family
Hang in there!

Jeroen, Christie and Zoey

Posted by: gregrobbins Dec 14 2004, 04:46 PM

Glad to hear the good news part. Sad a young one is ill, anytime, especially this time of year.

Susan and I are remembering your daughter and your family in our prayers!

Posted by: Carl Dec 14 2004, 04:52 PM

Sam,
I'm hopeful for the good news you posted. Now, we just need some momentum on the upswing.

Posted by: vsg914 Dec 14 2004, 04:59 PM

Posted by: curtis Dec 14 2004, 04:59 PM

Sam,
I'm hopeful for the good news you posted. Now, we just need some momentum on the upswing.

Posted by: Sammy Dec 14 2004, 04:59 PM

Someone recently asked me why I hang out on a 914 list even though I am currently between 914s.
I think the answer is clear enough, the people here are more important to me than the cars. I have never, ever been associated with a group that has made me more proud to be a member.

I am not deserving of so much good will but my little princess certainly is.

She is continuing to make small improvements and I have no doubt that all your caring is helping. Hopefully before long she will start to complain, that is when I will be able to relax a little.
As soon as she is well enough I will share with her all the kind posts.
Thank you all again.

Posted by: Gint Dec 14 2004, 05:54 PM

Best wishes to you all from here Sam. Glad to hear she's doing better! It's amazing how kids can bounce back.

Posted by: Headrage Dec 14 2004, 06:15 PM

No problem Sammy. Consider it done.

Posted by: DNHunt Dec 14 2004, 06:18 PM

Sammy, you and your little girl are in my prayers

Dave

Posted by: synthesisdv Dec 14 2004, 06:19 PM

I've been there with our little girl Sam, nothing can prepare you for it, glad she is doing better.

Posted by: Lou W Dec 14 2004, 06:25 PM

Mine and my families prayers are with you and your daughter.

Posted by: Larry Dec 14 2004, 06:28 PM

Sam,
The strength and ability of a child and family to deal with difficulties is multiplied by the support and dedication of all around them. We share a small planet and are one family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your daughter.
My love and peace,
Larry

Posted by: Mark Henry Dec 14 2004, 06:49 PM

We went through this exact same thing with our Elizabeth about a year ago. I could not believe the support of this group of good people.


She has turned the corner and in a few weeks you will never know that she was sick....but an event like this sure does scare the crap out of any parent.

She is in our prayers tonight.

Posted by: trekkor Dec 14 2004, 06:58 PM

Sammy,

The members here have one thing in common I believe.
We know that the cars are cool , but, family comes first.

I'm happy to see all the support offered to you in your time of need.

I'll be watching for your posts of good news you'll share with us.

Best wishes. Speedy recovery. Stay positive.

KT

Posted by: Engman Dec 14 2004, 07:16 PM

Man what a time of year for this to befall her. She will be in our prayers, glad to hear there is some positive news.


M

Posted by: azbill Dec 14 2004, 07:52 PM

Sam - your little girl and your family are and will be in our thoughts and prayers until she is well. My the Good Lord help her.
Bill & Camille

Posted by: anthony Dec 14 2004, 07:52 PM

I'm glad to hear she's on the mend. I hope she's well soon.

Posted by: Dave Bell Dec 14 2004, 08:01 PM

Sammy -

I only get on now and again and I find this at the top of the list...

Praying for your girl and against that pnemonia bug... may it disappear and her recovery be rapid.

My girl just turned 12 last week...

I just hate debilitating illnesses... hate em all for that matter.

Pulling for you all bro.

- Dave

Posted by: Seventyfive914 Dec 14 2004, 08:17 PM

Hey. I'm way late into this thread, but nevertheless I'll certainly send up a specific prayer for the complete recovery of your little girl amigo. -K-

Posted by: Hi_Fi_Guy Dec 14 2004, 08:56 PM

She is in our thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: dan10101 Dec 14 2004, 09:49 PM

Sam,
It's great she's made a turn for the better. Prayer does work!
We'll keep her in our prayers for a wonderful Christmas.
Dan

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 14 2004, 09:59 PM

Sammy, although we have never met , we send along sincere hopes that your little girl improves by the hour. Get that chicken soup ready !
Marty and crew @MSDS

Posted by: dekman Dec 14 2004, 10:14 PM

Having had a child in the hospital and also being a treating pediatrician, I know both sides. My prayers are with you! Glad to hear she is doing better!

Posted by: ThinAir914 Dec 14 2004, 10:51 PM

You can count on continued prayer from the DeVries gang. I'm glad that we can already give thanks for the signs of progress that are evident. We'll continue to pray for complete healing and for God to strengthen the rest of your family. Having a child so ill is a very tough thing for the parents!

Posted by: silver2.0 Dec 14 2004, 11:16 PM

As a father of 3 I feel your pain, consider it done. One thing about this "club", you can't find a nicer bunch of guys, and you know you can always count on 'em. Just look how many relpies you have already. Keep us updated as time allows if you don't mind.

Posted by: Carl Dec 14 2004, 11:45 PM

Sam,
I think it's time you gave us a name and posted a photo of your daughter. Not that it would change the intentions of the group any but it's nice to have a real image of the person everyone is pulling for.

Posted by: pete-stevers Dec 14 2004, 11:56 PM

My wife and I will be thinking and praying for you tonight
We understand where you are... We have a boy who was very sick for an extended period...
All the best to your daughter and your family in this time

Steve and Family

Posted by: ablose58 Dec 15 2004, 12:36 AM

Sammy, You and your daughter will be in my prayers and hopes for a very speedy recovery Best wishes always AL

Posted by: Gary Dec 15 2004, 12:47 AM

Praying, Sammy.

Posted by: bare 1 Dec 15 2004, 12:53 AM

I'm glad she's doing better and pray the healing blood of Jesus over her and your entire family.This sort of thing affects everyone. May you and yours have that peace beyond understanding in this time of trouble. And I pray for wisdom for the doctors that they will know exactly what this is and what to do. May God richly bless you and yours.

Posted by: 736conver Dec 15 2004, 01:18 AM

Hope everything works out well.

Nothing like a little daddy's girl.

Mine has got me pretty tight.


Best Wishes.......

Posted by: wheelo Dec 15 2004, 02:44 AM

God...giver of life protect this your child... give her & her family the power to overcome this disease.... bless them Lord with your eternal love and let them return home... healed ... ready to proclaim your glory... Amen

Posted by: Meredith Dec 15 2004, 03:33 AM

Posted by: indydad Dec 15 2004, 05:12 AM

My family is going through some rough times right now, but not as bad as having a child sick. Our prayers ARE with you and your family.
old dad

Posted by: sgomes Dec 15 2004, 10:29 AM

I just found this thread. Glad to hear she's feeling better. You're in our prayers.

P.S. I'm going home at lunch to clean all the mold out of the bathrooms!!! Our little Olivia is 3months old and I want to give her the best start in life that I can.

Give her a hug from all of us,

Posted by: Sammy Dec 15 2004, 02:39 PM

OK, even better news and hopefully the last update necessary:

Jessica is home in her own warm bed

her fever is now what they call "low grade" and can be managed with tylenol, she has a terrible cough but the doctor says that's good? I guess so that she can clear the bad stuff out. She is taking all sorts of medicine and evidently it is working.

Anywho, she is really weak but ate a little chicken broth and crackers, looks like she'll be back to normal in a couple of weeks, maybe faster!
I figure the 914 club gets most of the credit for her recovery, the doctor and pharmacy gets what's left over
Everybody here take a moment and pat yourself on the back

I hear about other people getting sick but thought that it won't happen to us, you just never know. Happy endings are a very good thing. Thank you!

Posted by: mikerose Dec 15 2004, 02:42 PM

Posted by: Headrage Dec 15 2004, 02:48 PM

Good to hear it!!!! Keep us updated.

Posted by: Howard Dec 15 2004, 02:48 PM

Posted by: Jeroen Dec 15 2004, 05:21 PM

Great news! Give Jessica a hug from all of us!

Posted by: Bruce Allert Dec 15 2004, 05:43 PM

That's a very good Christmas Present Sammy... the BEST.

Have a good one.......

......b

Posted by: vsg914 Dec 15 2004, 05:46 PM

Thank you Lord for answering our prayers. Amen

Posted by: ! Dec 15 2004, 06:15 PM

Good to hear it Sammy....worst feeling in my life...seeing one of my kids sick and knowing that there was not a damn thing I could do....makes you feeel helpless.

Then when they are feeling good.....it's like cool......

Posted by: Mrs. K Dec 16 2004, 01:09 AM

Posted by: redshift Dec 16 2004, 06:50 AM

Whoa Sammy!

Glad to hear she's better man, I was worried when I started reading...


M

Posted by: scooter311 Dec 16 2004, 07:34 AM

Great news!