by lorrieallred 25 Nov 2010

crippled up with rheumatoid arthritis. He had a heart attack and had a quadruple bypass 1/3 of his heart is dead that is suppose to shorten his life. He got shingles after that. He had two mini strokes that effected the right arm and his speech. Each time got better. He later had a hernia operation. the doctor messed it up and he had to have another. The x-rays they took showed he had an adominal aortic aneurysm. More x-rays showed he had one in both legs. These are silent killers. Things got better then he had to have back surgery it didn't help much. Things were going well Then he got real sick it was hard to get him to go to the hospital. The problem was that his body wasn't making blood, and had blood transfushions, he was lucky he went or he would have died. The arthritis medication was what caused this. Now he is hurting without medication the weather is so cold. I hope they can find something for his pain. He had another mini stroke last week again, there is a blockage in his neck they believe this is what caused the stroke. Now we are waitimg for another surgery. I know his body is tired but I pray that everything works out for him I love him so much. We were married when I was seventeen in 1963. Please help pray for him Thank You, Lorrie

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by kttyhwk4 26 Nov 2010

Lorrie, you and your husband will be in my prayers. He has definitely been through a lot but by the same token so have you. Stay strong in your faith.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 27 Nov 2010

Thank You for your prayers, Kttyhwk I am always strong and positive for my husband My weakness would shut him down. He knows how much I love him. We often argue who loves who the most. God Bless You Thank you again. Love Lorrie

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by nglover1 26 Nov 2010

Lorrie, My thoughts & prayers are with both of you during the difficult time. I went through simular circumstances with my husband and I can relate to you . We take care of the ones we love and forget ourselves. Remember Lorrie . Love Nancy

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 27 Nov 2010

Nancy, Thank You for your prayers. Your right we do take care of our loved ones I take care of another member of my family My 50 yr. old sister that has part Cerebral Palsy and she is Autistic. She has two other sisters but they don't care and don't see her or help, I think they are ashamed and can't handle it. She is difficult alot, but I love her. I have a hard time because she can wear out your patients and I can deal with it but it's hard on my husbands health. I love them both. I pray and cry alone some, that helps alot. I take care of my 3yr. old grandaughter every day. She is funny and makes me laugh alot she is so bright. She brightens up my husbands day too. We really miss her when she is not here.So you see I am A busy person. I love getting on my computer at night and reading things on cuties. I have more time on my hands my grandaughter will be gone for thirteen days. All of you on cuties have a very good relationship, always cherish it and have fun. Thank all of you! love lorrie

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by danababes 26 Nov 2010

Despite the many trials you're both going thru the overwhelming feeling I get from your post is love .. its obvious you are the love of each others' lives. My thoughts are with you, best wishes to you both :) xXx

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 27 Nov 2010

Thank You Danababes, We are The love Of Each Other's Lives, Always and forever Love, Lorrie

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by shirlener88 26 Nov 2010

Lorrie, my dear - my heart goes out to you - so much - you and your husband have gotten through so many things - I was sent this by another CUTE family member recently and I want to share it with you know - I hope in it - you read something that might help you - get through this time:

Recorded in Your book
A book is made up of many pages, paragraphs and chapters. A biography or story usually has a beginning, middle and end. God knows the end from the beginning of our story. He has written the last chapter in our lives already, according to Psalm 139.

He knows the hard chapters, the joyful ones and the really painful chapters. If we really trust Him in these times, He has made provision for us. He works all things together for good, when we love Him. I have often found a good chapter following a bad one.

Sometimes we make mistakes in our lives, which may carry consequences. We may have repented and been forgiven, but sometimes, not always, the consequences may still occur. We may still have to reap what we have sown and sometimes what others have sown in our lives. What are we to do about it? The one thing we can be sure of is that we are not alone. Jesus is with us and has given us the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, and we can work through all these consequences with Him, The same mercy, love and compassion that brought us forgiveness will hold us as we face what He permits in our lives.

We know that His cleansing is complete and when the last page of our lives is written, the book and our salvation are complete. Jesus pronounced at the cross, “It is finished”. The price had been paid. The book won’t be closed until the last page God has written has been fulfilled in His perfect time. There will be no end, because this will be the beginning of eternity with Him.

‘My sin, Oh the bliss of this glorious thought,

My sin, not the part, but the whole –

Is nailed to His cross and I bear it no more.

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, Oh my soul’. H.G. Spafford.

Prayer: Lord, help me to live this day according to Your will. I pray that You would be pleased with today’s page of my life, in Jesus’ Name, Amen.


I will be praying ro you and your husband. Unconditional Love, Shirlene

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babsie by babsie 26 Nov 2010

Very nicely said Shirlene. God bless and hugs.

lorrieallred by lorrieallred 27 Nov 2010

Thank you Shirlene, for your kindness, prayers and for your note, I got alot from it. We always talk before surgery and know it is in God's hands. I've told him that I strongly believe that his state of mind and trust in the Lord helps pull him through this. God has been there for him but he has to help too with a positive mind that I will always be with him and waiting for him to wake up. God Bless you Shirlene and Thank You again for your prayers Love,Lorrie

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by greysewist Moderator 26 Nov 2010

My goodness, Lorrie, that's a lot for one person to have had happen to them. And you, too. May you both get through these continuing challenges with as much resilience as you've both shown so far.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 27 Nov 2010

Thank You Greysewist, We have strong faith and love and all the prayers that will get us through again. Thank You again Love,Lorrie

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by ninalei 26 Nov 2010

Your husband sounds like someone with a strong will. That's really a big asset and with your encouragement will help him a lot. I will join the others and keep you in my prayers and hope that all goes well. I have been married since 1968 and have a husband that is also not doing as well has he could be. God bless you both.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 28 Nov 2010

Thank You Ninalei, You are so right he is strong with everything he has been through and I build him up when he is down I remind him that God loves him and has alway been there for us.I will remember you and your husband in my prayers also. Take care and God Bless you both Thank You,Lorrie

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by babsie 26 Nov 2010

I will pray for you and know how you feel. My late husband was also very sick and I also loved him very much, but he suffered so much that I just prayed and said to God to do what He knows will be better for my husband. But remember nothing is impossible for God to do and He can lessen the pain and heal. I will keep you both in my prayers, just pray and be strong. Hugs

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 28 Nov 2010

babsie, I have thought about what you said before and have wondered if I am doing what is right for him but As long as he fights to be here I won't give up I know there will be a day when his body can't take any more and I will have to let go when God takes him. Thank You for your prayers. Love, Lorrie

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by elizabethak 25 Nov 2010

god be with you both - prayers for you

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 28 Nov 2010

Elizabeth, Thank You for your prayers. God Bless You Love, Lorrie

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by airyfairy 25 Nov 2010

Dear Lorrie, My heart goes out to you and your husband. This time last year my husband had just had a quadruple bypass. He has recovered so well and is back to playing sport every day. I know how some medications can mess everything up. We have been through that. I wish all the best for you both - keep strong. Love and hugs coming from SA. I see we are the same age!!! Sarah.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You Sarah

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by leenova54 25 Nov 2010

Oh my gosh, he has really had a time of it. You have too cause I think we worry more about them than about ourselves. Best wishes coming your way. So sorry, hope you are blessed with some good news soon.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You and God Bless You Love Lorrie

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by sukiray 25 Nov 2010

Dear Lorrie,
You have a lot to be thankful for despite all the problems your husband is enduring. You have a very strong love that keeps you going. Be strong for each others, and cherish every moment you share together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you both. Hugs, Sukiray

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You for your prayers.God bless you Love, Lorrie

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by melita 25 Nov 2010

I will be praying for your husband, remember God is our healer and He is in control, and He loves you and your husband very much.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You and your are right God Bless You Love Lorrie

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by quilter124 25 Nov 2010

Lorrie, may the Lord bless you and your husband during this difficult time.....

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You so much God Bless You love lorrie

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by crafter2243 Moderator 25 Nov 2010

This is an aweful lot of stuff that happened to your husband. I will be praying for the both of you

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You and God Bless You love Lorrie

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by oldtimer992005 25 Nov 2010

lorrie, prayers are being send to you and your husband.god bless.

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lorrieallred by lorrieallred 01 Dec 2010

Thank You for your prayers God Bless you Love Lorrie

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