Update 11/12/2012 By Dave

Carla Update… Monday, November 12, 12 – The picture today is of Carla in her wheel chair on the bridge between the two Craig hospital buildings. Her husband, mother and aunts are accompanying her. She loves the sun! The kind of gratitude that receives even tribulations with thanksgiving requires a broken heart and a contrite spirit, humility to accept that which we cannot change, willingness to turn everything over to the Lord—even when we do not understand, thankfulness for hidden opportunities yet to be revealed. Then comes a sense of peace. He who receives all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious. My most profound gratitude is for my Savior—an obedient Son, who did all that His Father asked and atoned for every one of us. May we all be more grateful for all things. It's truly a blessing and a relief to have Carla in her own "suite" at Craig. Richard and daughter Michelle literally live in the suite. One gets the hide-a-bed sofa and the other gets a big air mattress on the floor! They were cold the first night, so Dave and I (Betty) took over an electric mattress pad and two warm blankets. They loved the warmth. The room has a full wall of windows that face east. We've had some really cold temps the past few nights. It's been wonderful having three of my 4 sisters here for a few days. Local Ward members have been so gracious to open their homes and hearts to us and to our guests. My sisters have stayed in a wonderful, large, beautiful home. The R.S. president and one counselor visited us at the hospital today to offer their love and services. My sisters truly love Carla, Richard and their family with so much kindness, warmth and passion. We feel so blessed to have them here to bring so much love and comfort. Dave has really enjoyed being surrounded by so many mature women who serve him so graciously!!! My sisters will leave at 5 A.M. tomorrow to make the long drive back to west TN. We sure will miss them! Carla has been real emotional having them here just for her; and sad to have them say their goodbyes. We offered a special family prayer tonight to bring comfort to her as we surrounded her bed. Carla gets speech, occupational and physical therapy 5 days a week. She had another MRI today. The doctors sedated her for the procedure. We feel real grateful for the medical care that she is receiving. We continually pray for her and her medical team. We clearly understand that faith precedes the miracles. We are continually grateful for your faith and prayers in Carla's behalf. Let us never lose that faith! Goodnight!