Update 7.30.09

Well, Paula really needs your prayers. She is struggling a bit these days. She had a few rough nights. She is still in Baptist. She was up a little bit today, Physical Therapy has come in twice and got her moving. She is very sleepy, but that is due to the build up of toxins in her body. Her kidneys are not functioning properly at this point, so they are going to put in the dialysis catheter in tomorrow and she will have her first dialysis procedure then. She is really weak right now, she loves all your prayers, but is just not up for phone calls or visits at this time. You can send an e-card through the Baptist website link below. The cards really brighten her day! Thanks for all your love and support!

http://www.integris-health.com/INTEGRIS/en-US/getWellGifts/

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Quick update!!!! Well Paula is officially back in Baptist Hospital for some nutrition and some draining of the fluid in her belly. This crazy fluid has got her system very weak and she is not able to have any energy nor eat very well, so this is the best fix. Please make sure you let her know you are thinking of her and care very deeply, she is struggling a bit as she was somewhat reluctant to go on a short "vacation" stay at the "Baptist Hotel" or as we have called it today. Mostly keep her and the family in your prayers. Spread the word, we can use as much as possible at this point....

Update soon to come with our next fundraising events!!! A lot in store... ;0)

Rachele.

July 12, 2009

Hello Everyone. It is another one of those "dog days of summer" here in Oklahoma! I think the high is supposed to be somewhere around 105 degrees, like really who turned on the oven? lol

I have talked to Paula this morning and she has been feeling a bit miserable for the last couple days. So keep her in your prayers. We have still been holding out for the phone call to tell her to come in for her new liver, we don't even care when or what time of day it happens, just want it to happen soon...very soon. So keep saying those prayers...I think we are 1 step closer every day.

Well the most fun thing to report is that we are @ almost $16,000 raised in just a few short months. This is amazing.

Last Thursday night, July 9, 2009, the National Foundation for Transplants (NFT) held a banquet for the patients, caregivers, chairperson and treasurers. This was an event to allow each campaign to recognize they are not alone. This was a good evening for all of us. I was even more shocked to receive the Oklahoma Volunteer of the Year Award. This came as a complete surprise to me; however, I have to say without a large group of wonderful people I would not have been the recipient of that award, so THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart!!! You have all been an exceptional help for Paula's cause.

With that all being said, I will say...I will be in touch soon to get the next fundraising event rolling. If you have any questions please feel free to call or email me.

rbr.reagan@sbcglobal.net 405-769-5350

Thanks a bunch.

Rachele ;0)