December 17, 2007

Prayer


This is definitely something difficult to post, but I know you guys are some real prayer warriors! Jett has been limping and really favoring his left leg since the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. We have taken him to the Doctor a few times, and they cannot find a single thing wrong, they just continued to say that he had pulled his groin muscle. Finally on Friday his Doctor called and said that she wanted me to get some blood work, and x-rays done on him, and I truly thought "finally we will find out where this little guy hurt himself!" The nurses at the lab said that his doctor ordered his results stat, so I should definitely know in about 3 or 4 hours. About 2 hours later, we got a call from Jett's Dr., and her first words where "is your husband home with you right now?" Immediately my heart fell to my stomach, and my exact words were "JUST TELL ME!" The Dr. went on to tell me that they have found a tumor on Jett's left femur, and we needed to immediately go to Riley Hospital ER. (Riley is an amazing children's hospital, in downtown Indy.) We got to the ER at 6:00p.m. and we were there until midnight. Jett did amazingly well, hardly one complaint out of his little mouth. The Doctors told us that from what they could tell from the x-rays, it was a pretty good size tumor on the upper part of the femur, but they needed more x-rays, more lab work, and first thing Monday morning an MRI. Oh yeah, and they also told us that for no reason should he be on his leg. His leg is so fragile, and has been broken down so much from the tumor that it is too weak for any activity, if he does one small thing wrong it could shatter his whole leg. So Jett is supposed to be only carried, in a wheelchair, or a wagon. Good luck with that, RIGHT?! He is so busy and everywhere, I said "Are you serious?" They didn't find that very amusing! We had a very interesting weekend to say the least! We did a lot of coloring, puzzles, playing with trucks, and we made a gingerbread train. This morning was our MRI, and Jett had to be completely sedated for that. The MRI last about 45 minutes, and he did really well at the hospital until it was time to leave. As soon as we started to leave Jett puked everywhere! Since we have been home he has puked 6 or 7 times, and still is kind of loopy, the doctors just say that this is all part of it. Anyway, we have a tentative appt, on Friday at 9:45, unless the doctor sees something he doesn't like than he his going to try and squeeze us in before that for an appt. I just want to know! I just want to hear something about what is going on. But than I have to remember I am not in control, GOD is and He is MUCH better at this than I am! I just pray we can fix him, and the sooner the better. I just ask that we can get this all figured out and taken care of. I don't want him to hurt anymore, believe me if I could do it all for him, I would! Thank You All For The Prayers!

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

God is indeed in control and we have already seen evidence of it. Keep praying and trusting. Love, Mom

The Massey Family said...

Amanda,
Keep praying and we will definitely be doing the same. Our God is very BIG (the biggest!) and is totally in control. He has little Jett in His hands....don't forget that! :) Take care and God bless, Shelly

Tanya said...

Love you all and are praying!!! God loves Jett more than you do, AJ, as hard as that is to imagine. He is The Great Physician and could heal Jett in an instant if that was His will~ trust Him completely and know that through all this, no matter what the outcome, His name will be glorified and you will know Him even deeper. We serve a loving and caring God~ let Him wrap His arms around your whole family and carry you thru this trial.
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.." Isaiah 43:2,3a

Anonymous said...

Ryan and Amanda;
We just wanted you to know that we will definitely pray for Jett and will keep checking your website so we can stay posted on his progress.
God is good....all the time.
Love you,
Marion and Becky

Anonymous said...

Ryan & Amanda,
I know the worry can consume you...but just keep remembering God is in control! Chris and I will definitely keep Jett & your family in our prayers!
Love,
The Barr's

Anonymous said...

Remember that you have help just down the road. Chris and I will assist with anything you two need. Even if it's just letting you borrow Nicholas to cheer everyone up!! ;o) Our prayers are with you all.
God Bless,
The Tilton Family

Anonymous said...

Ryan and Amanda,

We just wanted you to know that our Family is prayers for Jett and the whole family. Just remember to take one step at a time and keep trusting God.
Love,
Brent and Rhonda Glover

Anonymous said...

Ryan and Amanda
What life throws at us...you all are in our prayers. God is in control and the Great Physician.HE will give you the strength and wisdom to get through this trial.... We love you guys and will be in touch.

Anna and Erik Foster

Anonymous said...

Ryan and Amanda,
It is always hard to not have control, especially when it comes to our kids. But you both know the One who is in control and we know He will keep Jett in His arms and take care of you two. We love you and are praying for you all.
Stan & Connie Glover