Sunday, March 2, 2008

Blood Clots and Praises

Cari on Sunday night was admitted into the Bangkok National Hospital. She had severe pain in her right leg and recognized that it could possibly be a blood clot. The test confirmed her suspicion and she now faces up to 10 days in the hospital. Now for the great news. The hospital is 1 block from the guesthouse we are staying at and has all the medical 'know how' and medicine to treat her (had we still been in Laos she would have been in deep trouble). By Cari recognizing the type of pain early she avoided the danger of the clot reaching her lungs.
God has been with us every step of the way and by all means this should be viewed as a praise to Him for His continued goodness and a reminder to all of us of we take for granted. Please give thanks to God and ask for peace and comfort for Cari.
-Kurt

7 comments:

Unknown said...

Hey Kurt and Cari and kids-
Sounds like you have been having quite the "experiences". Glad that you are doing well there at the BKK Nursing Home/Hospital. Kids have an awesome time over in Siem Reap. Take care, we're praying for you. mary

Dr. Ed Smyth said...

My goodness, you all are in my prayers and prayers for Cari's quick recovery. Your trip sounds like too much fun to have to deal with something like this. BUT, God is good and so glad Cari recognized what was going on. Prayers for healing.

Love you all

Ed Smyth

Anonymous said...

Dear Family,
It is quite interesting to see how God works and how He will make this "lowlight" into a major "highlight"! We will pray for a very quick recovery, Cari...and patience. It's fun to experience your trip with you.
God Bless. Miss you. Kris Quinn

Math Mom said...

Miss Cari and Family,

We are so thankful for the medical attention you have been able to receive! We are praying that God continues to help you in your recovery. Quincy said to tell you that he misses you. At home on our map, he is able to point out where Cambodia is located.

Thanks for your blog entries! We were wondering where you find internet access?

Take care and we are praying for you!

:)Priscilla Lewis and Quincy

Sandra Hanna said...

Dear Cousins,

Hope Cari is back with the group and feeling well and perky again! Loved reading your blog..especially about the bed-bus!! Too bad Peggy isn't with you...she'd LOVE that part of the trip! All the best to you. Stay well!!!

Love, Your Olde Cousin Sandra

Sandra Hanna said...

Dear Cousins,

Hope all is well by now and Cari is back with the family and you're all back on the road and having "fun". Loved reading about the bed-bus. Too bad Peggy didn't go with you...she'd love that part of the trip. I'll keep reading your blog...love it.
Take care. No more trips to the hospital (for your illnesses). Love,
Your Olde Cousin Sandra

Debbie said...

It's wonderful to see how God works in our lives. All was set in place so Cari would be in the right place at the time of her medical need. You were on my mind last week and in my prayers...again, not a coincidence. I will continue to pray for you and especially for Cari's quick and full recovery! Thinking of you all! Enjoying reading your updates so much! - Debbie L.