LHC Posted June 16, 2007 #26 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Rev. Neal, Please keep us updated. I do not know this couple but I can Pray and will continue. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted June 16, 2007 #27 Share Posted June 16, 2007 I don't personally know pat or Tija, but I'm really sorry to hear about this and will pray for a speedy recovery for Pat. Hang in there, Tija! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lvteks Posted June 17, 2007 #28 Share Posted June 17, 2007 Prayers from Winchester VA. Will be including Patrick and Tija in this Father's Day Mass. Though I haven't met them, I think of the CC group as special people. The surge of prayer is a powerful source of grace. Blessings, Gail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itwinkle3 Posted June 17, 2007 #29 Share Posted June 17, 2007 Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tija and Patrick, and your families. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ger_77 Posted June 17, 2007 #30 Share Posted June 17, 2007 Prayers coming your way from the "frozen tundra" - I will add both your names to the memory candle I light each evening. Tija, if it helps you any, DH has been in the same situation as your beloved Patrick; a total mess, had to wait for surgery, and ended up with a sextuple bypass (yes, six grafts - I told you he was a mess). He recovered nicely and is still doing well 10 years later. Please know there are people out here who have never met you who are praying for you and wishing you both the very best. Smooth Sailing! :) :) :) Gerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longhorngrandma Posted June 18, 2007 #31 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Has anyone heard an update on how Patrick is doing? I sincerely hope things are better for him and Tija. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 18, 2007 #32 Share Posted June 18, 2007 I've had him on my mind all day. Hope he had a good day and they are preparing to do the surgery. Hopefully, Greg will post an update when he is able/has news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevNeal Posted June 18, 2007 Author #33 Share Posted June 18, 2007 I have just gotten off the phone with Tija. Patrick is on a Ventilator in the CCU at the hospital, and will be going for open heart surgery on Tuesday. They attempted to effect repairs today during the angioplasty but with 3 major blockages and a leaking valve, they were not able to do so. They've placed him on the Ventilator to take the pressure off his cardiovascular system and give him a chance to rest up before the surgery, and it does appear to be helping. Tija has asked, specifically, for prayers in this regard from all those who feel comfortable praying, and she particularly appreciates us here. So, please, pray. When I know more, I will post it on this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longhorngrandma Posted June 18, 2007 #34 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Greg--thanks for the update. I was hoping it would be better, but I know they are in everyone's prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted June 18, 2007 #35 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Greg, when you talk to Tija again please tell her I am praying for them both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill S Posted June 18, 2007 #36 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Greg: thanks so much for providing the update about Tija and Patrick. We shall continue with our prayers for both of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted June 18, 2007 #37 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Praying here too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellebaby Posted June 18, 2007 #38 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Good Morning. I don't know Patrick and Tija, but do believe in the power of prayer. Please convey my concern and continued recovery prayers for Patrick and comfort for Tija. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhannah Posted June 18, 2007 #39 Share Posted June 18, 2007 We certainly will pray. Thanks for the update, Greg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted June 18, 2007 #40 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Will continue to pray for this family. Not sure how people sustain themselves without prayer. Glad to know there are many other CC'ers who feel the same. A ventilator is not an end, but a much needed rest for him and his body. As a nurse I know what it can do for someone. Please let the wife know we are lifting her up for mercy, love and compassion. The sick person is frequently on medications but the loved ones are made sick just surviving the moment by moment in the hospital. My heart goes out to them in sympathy and empathy. Let them know. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Ellen Posted June 18, 2007 #41 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Greg, thank you for the update. I've been logging on first thing each morning looking for word on Patrick and going under the premise that 'no news is good news'. Patrick and Tija will continue in our hearts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 18, 2007 #42 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Please tell them prayers for them from Boston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the2ofus Posted June 18, 2007 #43 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Greg, thank you for the update. Patrick and Tija will continue to be in my prayers also. Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
localady Posted June 18, 2007 #44 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Continuing prayers coming from Northern California for Patrick and Tija!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doorcountydi Posted June 18, 2007 #45 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Prayers coming from Wisconsin as well. PRAYER WORKS!! Diane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted June 18, 2007 #46 Share Posted June 18, 2007 Prayers from Southern California! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obriendan Posted June 18, 2007 #47 Share Posted June 18, 2007 We will be praying for you both, Patrick and Tija. I went through three hospital visits followed by bypass surgery almost ten years ago, so there is reason to hope with the advances in heart care that have occurred over the last two decades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine91 Posted June 19, 2007 #48 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Special thoughts coming from Delaware. I've found that watching the pounding surf at the beach or the beautiful sunsets from our backyard are a fantastic time to talk with God about........whatever. I'll add Patrick & Tija to that list. Greg - aren't they the couple who celebrated a really big one on the SpamDam last year? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevNeal Posted June 19, 2007 Author #49 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Greg - aren't they the couple who celebrated a really big one on the SpamDam last year? :) Yes ... here's a link to the photos from that event: http://homepage.mac.com/revneal/spaamdam/PhotoAlbum150.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailaway5 Posted June 19, 2007 #50 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Very sad to hear about Patrick. Our thoughts and prayers are with Patrick and Tija. Fred & Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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