It's been a productive few days. Walter was moved to Shepherd's Clinic today to start his rehab in earnest. We had to wait for the insurance company to agree to cover it, and that agreement finally came yesterday. There's a story there, too; let's just say that the family has worked together well to get things done. Everyone finds roles and jobs as we go. Walter has strong advocates working on his behalf.
That includes spiritual advocates. Several met at Quitman Baptist Church this morning to hold a special prayer time for Walter and the family. What a blessing and privilege! Thank you to all who participated in that. Jessica's parents' church is working to set up a fund to accept contributions to help out with medical costs; more details on that as they develop. Thank you to all who continue to "stand in the gap" in so many ways.
Now that Walter is at Shepherd's, schedules will change. Family is welcome, and invited, to stay with him 24/7 for the first couple of days. After that, we will be limited to visiting hours of 4 to 9 on weekdays and then extended times on the weekend. That will be a transition for everyone, Walter and family included; hard, in some ways, but necessary. We expect that Mom and Dad will soon take the opportunity to go back to Quitman for a few days to catch up on some things.
The focus will now turn especially to Walter's rehab. Jessica is bringing some clothes from home. The staff will increasingly push him. They measured him today for his wheelchair, which he hopefully will have soon. The Falcons team will visit tomorrow, and the staff wants Walter to participate in that.
More detail on Shepherd's as we go. In the meantime, prayer concerns remain constant: healing, encouragement, direction, wisdom, determination, perseverance; that God will continue to make paths straight, to give strength to the weary. He continues to prove Himself faithful.
I'll communicate as soon as I know the address to send letters, etc., to Walter at Shepherd's. In the meantime, this link should get you to the webpage for sending emails (you may need to copy the link and paste into your browser):
http://www.shepherd.org/about/reach.asp
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I am thrilled a thankful to hear the wonderful and encouraging news. I keep up through the blog and Katie Houseman. Am sending my love to you all and would love to give you all a hug. Wish I could do something more but I know that prayer is effective and availeth much! As we have seen demonstrated. Dale
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