Today, Steve and I would be so grateful if you might take a moment to pray for our son, George, who will be undergoing sinus surgery this morning at 11:00 a.m. For the past couple of years, George has suffered from complete blockage in both his nasal passage ways and has only been able to breathe through his mouth.
This condition causes George a great amount of discomfort and is also negatively affects the way his palate and sinus structure are developing. Despite the obstacles George endures physically, he is wonderfully energetic and positive. Steve and I are constantly inspired and encouraged by his joy and positive outlook on life, and we thank the Lord every day for blessing us with such a beautiful soul!
After George's last visit to the ENT specialist in Denver, we were told that surgery was not only necessary but inevitable, and so, after a great deal of deliberation and prayer, we have decided that it is time to move forward with the surgery.
Yesterday, during our consultion with the surgeon, we learned that, due to the structure of George's nose (he has a severely deviated septum), the procedure will be more extensive than originally planned and will also take longer than expected (around 3 hours).
With that in mind, and knowing that George is at a higher risk for complications with the anesthesia due to his heart condition, there is a great weight on our hearts today. Please pray for George's surgeon, Dr. Streubel, for his nurses, the anesthesiologist and of course for George, that he will be graced with courage and peace as prior to the surgery, and that the operation and recovery for him will all go smoothly and be non-traumatic.
We thank you, with all our hearts, and want you to know, sincerely, that we are praying for you and your loved ones today as well.
~ Steve and Susan
I will certainly pray for George at Mass today - I have been through the same with my oldest although a different surgery. Looking forward to to hearing a good outcome!
ReplyDeleteI'll be praying throughout the day.
ReplyDeleteI will be praying as you requested.
ReplyDeleteOur #4 son had similar surgery when he was about 20 (the blockage was on one side--and although he had lots of sinus infections growing up, we never knew how bad it was until he fell in college and smashed his niose, leading to x-rays). i was a nervous wreck about the surgery; but he did great, and it helped tremendously. I will keep your boy--and you--in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Laura, it helps to know that others have been in my shoes!
DeleteLots of prayers!
ReplyDeletePrayers and hugs. I've had extensive jaw surgeries and sinus work. the first week is the toughest, so hang in there. I had to wear a towel for bibs due to the fluids running out of my nose (just a hint).
ReplyDeletePraying now. Bless your sweet boy! Hopefully, he will feel a lot better, like a new man, in no time:)
ReplyDeletePraying now. Bless your sweet boy! Hopefully, he will feel a lot better, like a new man, in no time:)
ReplyDeletePaying for him!
ReplyDeleteFortunately for God there is no time difference, therefore, all the way from Spain I shall lift up to our Lord : George, all his family and his medical team for a wonderful outcome to his operation and a much better quality of life thereafter which all will be thankfull for and George most of all. Blessings to a wonderful family.
ReplyDeleteYes, indeed, God is outside of time!! Thank you, Johanna, for your prayers. You are so generous...we feel your kindness across the ocean!
DeletePraying for your whole family, and all those in charge of George's care! My God, give you all the strength and wisdom needed at this time! God Bless.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Emma!
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