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Things look better than they did 24 hours ago. The doctors are a little encouraged by the immune system recovering, and the body being given a chance to rest and heal with the help of the ventilator. The doctors are quick to add that things could get worse at any moment. We really do not know for sure what is going to happen (this top paragraph is from Kim).
I have to say, it's so edifying to watch this family of faith. We love Ray SO much! He has lived a good life. He and Kim and their family have touched so many people. Now in this time of waiting, we are crying, we're grieving, we're hoping, we're telling funny stories about Raymond that we remember, we're laughing. We are a people of faith. We know down deep in our hearts that whatever happens, he and we will be okay. We have high hopes that he will get out of this mess and get back to a normal life. But we also know that that may not be in the Father's Plan. He has had every saint relic in Texas, he's been blessed with some of them by priests, he's had every holy person pray for him, over him and bless him. If he still does not survive this, he will be going to his goal of life and ours -- eternal life!
Thank you all for your prayers and love. We can feel them! May God's Will be done!
Thank you, Raymond, for teaching us and leading us in this family of faith. We're reaping the beautiful fruit of your life and love in our lives.
-Your little sis, Sr. M.Mich.
I have to say, it's so edifying to watch this family of faith. We love Ray SO much! He has lived a good life. He and Kim and their family have touched so many people. Now in this time of waiting, we are crying, we're grieving, we're hoping, we're telling funny stories about Raymond that we remember, we're laughing. We are a people of faith. We know down deep in our hearts that whatever happens, he and we will be okay. We have high hopes that he will get out of this mess and get back to a normal life. But we also know that that may not be in the Father's Plan. He has had every saint relic in Texas, he's been blessed with some of them by priests, he's had every holy person pray for him, over him and bless him. If he still does not survive this, he will be going to his goal of life and ours -- eternal life!
Thank you all for your prayers and love. We can feel them! May God's Will be done!
Thank you, Raymond, for teaching us and leading us in this family of faith. We're reaping the beautiful fruit of your life and love in our lives.
-Your little sis, Sr. M.Mich.
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I wish I had encouraging words, but all I can do is pray and pray some more. I love you all.
Amy
You are truly a family of faith and hope! Your strength, love and perseverance is such a blessing to witness and I feel especially fortunate to have had a glimpse of such a holy family. God Bless you all. Now, here's a request that might seem a little strange. I know I have only met you, Kim and Ray, on a couple of occassions, but I'm a hugger. So, if you don't mind, please tell Sister Mary Michael to give you guys a hug from me!
Blessings,
Michele S.
Thanking God for the gift your family has been and will continue to be in our lives.
We know God and His love more because He has allowed us to know you.
"Thy will be done, Father" we pray for that as you do.
Love you all,
Kim and Tim
Don't worry -- our family is not perfect by any means. Even in its unperfectness, it is a witness of God's Powerful Grace!
Ray learned the faith from Mom and Dad. Kim learned it from her mom and dad. They learned it together as life went on. They said yes to God in many ways over the years. They are not perfect, but they are a witness of God's love. (Ray would be so embarrassed if he knew I was writing this, but it's true!)
As Ray would say, you're all precious! We are all precious children on God!
-Sr. M.M.
It is so hard being away from friends during times like this. Our hearts are with you constantly as we want so much for Ray to have peace, comfort, and healing. Our prayers never stop and we trust in God's will in all things. We are honored to know this beautiful family and are blessed by the example and love they have given so many for so long. Dear friends, know our love surrounds you.
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