Day of Prayer and Decision...

Good morning! Just wanted to write quickly with a huge prayer request and update!
Yesterday was an awesome day! Not just beautiful in creation, as the sun was shining bright with a cool breeze in the air at "Idlewild Park and Soak Zone" - but, it was amazing to just be able to spend the day together as a family in celebration of Carter's 5th birthday! Can you believe he is five already...and what awesome faith he continues to demonstrate in Jesus! When we shared the news with Carter about Jackson being sick a couple of days ago, Carter's first response was "why?" - of course - and after we explained that Jackson had a problem with his heart and that God is taking care of him, Carter responds, "well I want to get in your belly mom and take care of him too!" Talk about an awesome big brother!
Yesterday was a day that we desperately needed - just a day to remind us what life is all about! Funnel Cakes and Ferris Wheels - with a fit in between from Jordyn! Just kidding - that is all true, but the day was a reminder that life on this earth is to reflect the Glory and Image of our Lord and Savior, as individuals, family, community and church! It is that simple...and there were so many things that happened yesterday that brought us to tears through shouts of praise as God continues to reveal himself in the midst of this "earthquake"!
Today is a day of decision - and I ask that you please join us in prayer for wisdom, strength, unity, and clarity as we discuss plans with Dr. Speer, Dr. Sherman, Dr. Emery and Michelle Clemens (Coordinator of the FDTC at UPMC) this morning at 10:00am.
We are leaning towards having the experimental procedure done in the next week or so...and I will be able to share more details later this afternoon/evening with you here on the blog!
Thank you again for allowing God to work in and through you...as your encouragement, prayer, support and reflection of our Lord and Savior have been "seriously ridiculous!" We love you!

All Eyes on Jesus...

"God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!
A river brings joy to the city of our God, the sacred home of the Most High. God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. From the very break of day, God will protect it. The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble! God’s voice thunders, and the earth melts! The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.
Come, see the glorious works of the Lord: See how he brings destruction upon the world. He causes wars to end throughout the earth. He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; he burns the shields with fire.
“Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”
The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. " [Psalm 46]