He Passed The Test!

August 18, 2011 Linny Saunders19 Comments

I talked to Vicki a little bit ago and so I have official permission to share: Good news! After removing the trach, the next step was to see if Karl would he be able to swallow on his own or would he have to relearn how to swallow? Today was the day for…

Tests Are Good!

August 13, 2011 Linny Saunders12 Comments

Karl had a really good day today!! The Rehab facility requires bunches of tests when a new patient arrives. and boy-oh-boy what a wonderful thing that turns out to be!! The bunches of tests revealed a couple of things: 1. His lung infection is completely cleared. 2. He has a blood clot in…

About 20 Minutes Ago…

August 11, 2011 Linny Saunders26 Comments

Autumn called to say that Karl was leaving on the plane in about 1/2 hour! Tears poured out and I could not even talk. Almighty God you are sooo good And you bloggy friends? Whew. Thank you to all who are praying for the journey…. We are so thankful for each and every one of…

Good News on Every Front

August 10, 2011 Linny Saunders19 Comments

Isn’t it interesting how situations in life take different dips and turns? Yesterday was such a wonderful day in so many ways {and yes, we really needed an extra-wonderful day!} I talked to Kathi at Chinese Children {our home study agency}. Let me tell ya’ – we LOVE that agency! And Kathi is amazing! She…

Our Holy Ground – Part 1

August 9, 2011 Linny Saunders68 Comments

The other day I wrote a post entitled “Our Holy Ground”. If you have not read it, out of kindness, respect and love for those involved in this story, would you please do so before going any further? You can find it here: Our Holy Ground {Thank you so much.} We would also ask that…

Karl’s Progress Continues!

August 8, 2011 Linny Saunders23 Comments

I thought I should do a quick update on Karl’s progress. Saturday and Sunday were really good days! Yesterday he was responding to most everything that was said. He was able to go sit outside for a while as well. He has been arm wrestling with his brother Ryan and giving each other quite the…

He Nodded His Head Up and Down FOUR Times

August 7, 2011 Linny Saunders38 Comments

I could hardly wait to go to see Karl today! Being 25 hours away on a road trip was pretty tough. Autumn got off work this morning, showered and got all gussied-up to go see her beloved. Emma rode with Autumn and I drove separate so I could bring Emmy back. The kids begged us…

Two Days From Now…

August 3, 2011 Linny Saunders13 Comments

The latest report from the hospital: Karl’s fever is down to normal… Yippee Jesus! Karl was quite agitated all night long. This morning they found that his catheter had been blocked since sometime yesterday. Hmmm. No wonder he was agitated! Very stressful. ugh. We are so thankful for each person who will be joining…

Karl – 2 wks later – Staph & More

August 1, 2011 Linny Saunders9 Comments

Today we were driving to church as a family, following Ty and Sarah where they attend each week. They drive almost an hour to be part of this amazing place! It was a really wonderful service – We can totally see why they make the drive! As we drove each way, Dw and I started…

Late Night Update on Karl Hujus

July 31, 2011 Linny Saunders12 Comments

I talked to Vicki this evening. She was so thankful that Autumn was headed back up to stay, after having to work for a couple of days. Autumn was able to get some of her shifts traded so she’ll be up there for several days in a row. Karl’s fever is still not gone, in…

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