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by toogie ( edited 29 Aug 2015 ) 21 May 2014

Parents are on the way to ER with Avery,she is having trouble breathing.Please stop a minute and say a prayer.......I noticed when I had her on the bus this morning, her breathing got labored.I asked her teacher and aides to pay special attention because of this.They took her to the school nurse and the nurse called the parents,so now they are in the ER.They are all having allergy problems,it's the time of year.I got up yesterday with bad sore throat.I figured because I had cried so much about Ben/Jan, it has opened up my sinuses and I have drainage at the back of my throat, so now it's sore...Avery can't do productive coughs,to help herself and she has trouble swallowing.I hope it hasn't turned into pneumonia again....I know how supportive/prayer warriors, Cuties are is why I am asking.Don't mean to burden anyone,though,but our baby girl needs us right now.Thank you,I'll update when I know something-Toogie....only quick photo I could find for those who don't know Avery,she is 8yrs old...1 st UPDATE-still in Er-They have her on oxygen and gave her a breathing treatment,blood test,etc...so we continue to pray and wait.Will keep updating as things progress.TY ----UPDATE-there is none.I am now back from my evening route and they are still in the ER on oxygen.I don't know if they are waiting for a room to admit her or if they are just waiting for her breathing to improve.IDK but I will let you know when I do.TY----UPDATE- Without oxygen,her breathing is too laored, so they admitted her in hospital for overnight, and we will see how she is tomorrow.This is coming from Pops,mom is busy with Avery,as soon as she can call me,I may know more details.I do know she seemed to me to have a lot of upper congestion,so it may not be in her lungs.She maybe struggling to breathe out of her mouth because her nose is stuffy.It is hard to breathe through the mouth, because she has so much uncontroable siliva.Well,I'm explaining too much,I guess.It is good just to know that she is being taken care of, so hopefully she will be okay.If I hear any different I'll do another update,so you just have to read the last part of this.Thank you again for praying for my girl!UPDATE-Thursday morning-Avery had a rough night.She was able to get rid of a lot of mucus by throwing up,this is her only way,b/c her coughs are unproductive,as I mentioned earlier.They have her on IV antibotics, b/c they did see something in the upper part, of one of her lungs.Mom said she moaned a lot in her sleep.The pediatrician asked, and also the supervior of nurses from surgery came in and asked, if we had oxygen and suction at home.My daughter said no.She had wanted it b/c of the last time, but it has to be prescribed by a physician, and they didn't want to order it for her.They say you have to know how to use the suction without damaging her throat.Well,my daughter has had medical training and is a licensed physical threapist, and my SIL and myself, are teachable.I would rather take a chance of scratching her throat,than her choke to death on her phlem.Anyway,maybe now they will order this for home.-, even if we have to take training.I'm not going to ram it down her throat! That's what's going on.At least she was able to get some out, so maybe she can start improving.....Things are hectic.We have Mason and am sending him to school,practice yesterday,game tonight! I have Lanie graduating tomorrow,just finished pressing her cap & gown.Nora, thank goodness,is between the sitter and other grandparents,and they are older than us! She's a little harder to keep since she can crawl around so fast!-lol-Dr said Avery may be there a few days,we will see. Thanks again Cuties for such a outpouring response.Please continue prayer,so she has no set-backs.I knew I could count on you.-Toogie----UPDATE-THURS,EVENING-Amazing how children can go from one extreme to the other! The last photo looks like she is feeling much better! (I don't know when she will get her 4 front teeth,we thought she would have had them for christmas,5 months ago,maybe it will be this christmas!-lol)She's so precious, don't even look sick.Thanks again you wonderful group!God is good and we are thankful-Toogie -THURSDAY NIGHT- Avery is getting better.This is about Avery's mom,my youngest daughter.She left the hopital, with her husband there with Avery, to come home for items and to see Nora and Mason,her other children......And to come see me and her dad, for a good cry.Ashley is exhausted, more from the stress than anything.They have Avery on steroids and breathing treatments,every 2 hours, so Avery is wired/hyper,so to speak and Ashley has had no relief.I took off work tomorrow evening, and after Lanie's graduation in the morning, I will go relieve her.It used to be just Ashley and myself to stay the duration in the hospitals,with Avery.My husband would keep Mason.Now, it takes all of us and now we have Nora,too.It will all work out,but she just needed mom (me) to hold her and let her get it out, with a good cry.It's not our first go 'round and I'm sure it's not our last....I remember,the drs said if Avery didn't have seizures in the first year,she probally wouldn't have them.It is like holding your breath waiting for the year to be over.When she was 11 months,they started.The kind she had then,they had said without the medication,would cause further brain cell loss.When Ashley called,I got off the school bus that evening and got in my car heading to their house.My husband wasn't even home and had no idea what had even happened.Ashley lived about 2 hours away then and it gets dark early that time of the year.All the way to her house,I kept worrying that Avery wouldn't recognize my voice,she wouldn't know me.When I got to Ashley's house,she was suprised to see me.You see,I hadn't let her know I was coming and had left a note at home for her dad why I had left.The first thing she said was,"Mom why are you here by yourself,you don't even drive at night?"-I of course loved on Avery and she did know me! Held her till she went to sleep.Then laid down with Ashley & held her till 3am, both of us crying.I then drove the 2 hour drive back that morning to make my morning bus route.Thank goodness I am not the driver,I'm the attendant.Needless to say,when I got home at 8am I went to bed and slept untill time for the evening route.....We uplift each other, when we need that shoulder to cry on, and that's what happened tonight.So if you don't mind keep Ashley in your prayers, along with Avery.She's just kind of low tonight.Thanks again Cuties-Toogie

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by lidiad 24 May 2014

My prayers are with you and your family.
Hugs, Lidia

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by blueeyedblonde 23 May 2014

Hope all goes well!

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by pldc 23 May 2014

Ah this is such a trying time I can believe it would wear a person out in no time at all. I am keeping you all in my prayers that you get sent an angel to help relieve some of your burden or the strength to get through it which ever God chooses. Here is an extra HUG just for you ! because you need it too! ~HUGS~

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by jwilcocks 23 May 2014

I also prayed for her, the Lord Jesus will hear our pray. Blessings for all of you.

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by susiesembroidery 23 May 2014

All the best to your sweet Avery and her loved ones. Prayers are said for you and all your dear loved ones.

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by jane123 23 May 2014

I just saw your post and right away sent up prayers for you all. I know, personally, the stress of having a sick child. My youngest daughter was in the hospital from four months of age to almost a year and critical most of that time. We dealt with seizures, fevers, inability to keep any kind of food or liquid down, infections, skin issues, and on and on..... yet, God kept us, and her, going! She is now 50 years old and despite continuing medical problems she has lived a good life and loves the Lord. Keep looking up. Your redemption draweth nigh. :-)

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by ssampsel 23 May 2014

my thoughts & prayers are for your family. God is good.

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by lenamae 23 May 2014

My prayers are with you and your famls also pray God will heal Avery.

hug Lenamae

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by sdrise 23 May 2014

Prayers continue ... She is so sweet! Suzanne

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by Leaha 23 May 2014

I have just read this last update; was again reminded of the saying ' a Mother's work is never done'. Know in this case it's very true, you are wearing many hats. Prayers will continue for you, your daughter and granddaughter as well as the rest of the family and the extended. What a great team you all make and are. Blessings and prayers for all. :)

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by jrob Moderator 23 May 2014

Last picture is much improved....look at that beautiful smile. Don't you just love them toothless? My 7 yr old GS has his front teeth out and I just want to pinch his cheeks every time I look at him. I'm so relieved for her progress, we will just pray her home now.

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by jen15957 23 May 2014

I'm so happy to hear Avery is doing better, I will continue to pray for your family. Jen

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by sewilso 23 May 2014

Bless her heart, I hope she continues to do better, what a relief! I hope Ashley gets plenty of rest and all of you, as well. Sending more prayers and hugs. You are the best Grandma!!! Sharon

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by pennifold 23 May 2014

How wonderful to read that Avery is doing better and I do pray that Ashley gets some well earned rest. God bless you too Toogie for all you do for your family, you are an angel. Love Chris

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by katmug 23 May 2014

Thanks for giving us great news !!! Oh and what a GREAT Mum and Grandma you are. Isn't family just the BEST!!! WHat a gorgeous photo no. 3 is. SHe looks relaxed and BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!

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by marianb 23 May 2014

Thank you for the update on Avery, glad to hear they are getting the things needed to help at home. Tell you lovely daughter that we are praying to give her the strength to get through this..

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by eggyannie 23 May 2014

Toogie Thank you for allowing us to pray for this wonderful little ray of sunshine and for giving us the updates on her progresse
As you have said its totally amazing just how fast children can bounce back from serious health problems that would leave us adults down and out for weeks.
I hope that now you are rested and feeling better. I send you a very big and sincere cyber hug and hope you will pass it on to Avery for me
My prayers will continue for you both and for strength for all the family to continue the battle of getting through each day

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by christracey 23 May 2014

I will continue to send prayers for Avery, the family the Dr's & nursing staff. May God Bless you all.

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by anangel 22 May 2014

Toogie, praying for Avery, and all of you! It is so tough to have these scary situations with our little angels!! Hope that her chest and lungs have cleared by now, and all is much more back to normal!! May God bless you and your family!!
Hugs, Ange

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by chenille 22 May 2014

Prayers are sent!

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by dailylaundry 22 May 2014

Oh Toogie, bless her sweet heart!!! Will continue prayers - what a sweetheart! Hugs to you and yours, Laura*

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by shilly 22 May 2014

She looks so relieved and happy, wonderful how the young bounce back so quickly.

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by Leaha 22 May 2014

So happy she is doing better, hope she continues to improve. :)

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by vickiannette 22 May 2014

hopefully life will get back to something near normal soon.

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by anssmile 22 May 2014

I am so glad she is better. My prayers are with you all, and especially with her.

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by kezza2sew 22 May 2014

So Glad Avery is on the mend again...dear sweet love.

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by gerryb 22 May 2014

The prayers of the saints. Avery, you are a special little girl with a very special family! Get better, little one!!

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by laffma1 22 May 2014

Must be the power of prayer and love. So glad to read your latest update Thurs evening, and that she is doing so much better now. Yes - kids can be tremendously sick and bounce back quickly (thank goodness for that!). Sure hope she gets to go home very soon.

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by mariahail 22 May 2014

Awww, poor little sweetheart!!! I had asthma most of my life so I know the feeling of not being able to breathe...My heart and prayers going your way!!! Hugs and blessings.*******

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by noah 22 May 2014

yes i will pray for her and for you hugs carolyn

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by sewilso 22 May 2014

Hoping Avery is doing much better, her pictures are lovely, will be keeping her in my prayers for sure.

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by melnic 22 May 2014

Thinking of you!

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by gerryvb 22 May 2014

prayers for Avery,

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by stork 22 May 2014

Prayers for Avery and her family.....

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by karenintw 22 May 2014

Hugs and prayers.

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by lenamae 22 May 2014

I am so sorry to hear this hope she is going to be ok.
Hugs Lenamae

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by airyfairy 22 May 2014

Any news on Avery????

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toogie by toogie 22 May 2014

Update Thursday morning @ top

toogie by toogie 22 May 2014

Better update thursday evening!

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by sdrise 22 May 2014

Prayers are with you all!! Suzanne

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by babsie 22 May 2014

Praying for you all. It sure is a frigtening situation.God Bless you all.

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by pldc 22 May 2014

The very best thing I can do for your dear sweet girl is to offer my prayers & I have. They are wonderful & have so much power! Please let us know how she is ok. ~hugs~

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by aussiequilter 22 May 2014

so sorry to hear ,Avery is not too well , sending prayers for a speedy recovery

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by marianb 22 May 2014

Avery we all send you our prayers and hugs to get better quickly, and to your family be strong this precious little angel she has a lot more beautiful smiles to give yet...

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by christracey 22 May 2014

Hi Toogie, Good to hear little Avery is on the improve with the help of oxygen. I hope the Dr's etc can find what needs to be done quickly for you all to be able to relax as well as help Avery. Sending up prayers for all the family & Dr's concerned.

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by AllRaggedy 22 May 2014

Dear Toogie-I just came online and saw your message and plea for prayers on cute. I am praying for you, your family and your darling Avery. She has the face of an angel. I pray she will be well and come home tomorrow. Keep us posted, and take care of yourself.

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by twee 22 May 2014

What a sweet heart. She is in my prayers.

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by pennifold 22 May 2014

Dear Toogie, so sorry I've just seen this (been out all day since 7.30am! and it's now 3.30pm Australian Eastern Standard time) - and got on Cute about 25 mins ago. Please be assured of my thoughts and prayers across the world to you and the family. I see it's been a while since you posted this so am praying for a good outcome by now. Love Chris

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by mariagiannina 22 May 2014

Praying for your beautiful little girl, what beautiful blue eyes she has!

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by airyfairy 22 May 2014

It is many hours since you posted this Toogie. I hope by now there is better news of Avery. My love and thoughts are with you, Avery and the family. Hugs Sarah

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by cfidl 21 May 2014

Prayers for Avery!

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by Leaha 21 May 2014

Praying for healing Angels to visit and hold her in their tender arms. Please Lord guide the Dr.s, care of your little one. Prayers for all of you. Leaha

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by rescuer Moderator 21 May 2014

Praying for you all.

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by graceandham 21 May 2014

Just got the word and praying now. Bless all of you. I understand breathing difficulties and it's frightening.

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by jen15957 21 May 2014

I'm praying for your sweet little Avery. And for your family, It's so hard when a little one becomes ill. they'll figure it out and she'll be fine. Keep faithful.

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by devon 21 May 2014

Sending out prayers for all.

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by sewilso 21 May 2014

You have my prayers for Avery, Toogie, I am so sorry she's having difficulty, hopefully they will have it nipped in the bud and she won't have to be there very long. She certainly has a big smile, what a cutie! Bless her heart!

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by highlandermom 21 May 2014

Been praying and checking just getting chance to comment. I am praising knowing she is in great hands.

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by jid53 21 May 2014

My prayers for you all

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by katmug 21 May 2014

Oh Toogie! I feel for you right now too. You are going through A LOT too. I have prayed for your lovely girl !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You too need to try and look after yourself! Please try ! Prayers for you all. :) :)

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by heleninca 21 May 2014

My prayers are for Avery, but for you also. It is hard to have to sit on the sidelines.

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by jrob Moderator 21 May 2014

Thank you for the updates.....we keep checking here. Prayers continue.

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by theduchess 21 May 2014

Sending prayers for Avery.

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by gerryb 21 May 2014

Praying as I type...and before I typed!! Praying for little blue eyed doll!

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by hightechgrammy 21 May 2014

Oh Toogie, I am praying right now for Avery, she is such an angel. So sweet. I have the Kermit patch you made for her to give to Ben. I am praying Dear Lord, please please help her through this. Love and hugs, Jan

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toogie by toogie 21 May 2014

Oh Jan,I didn't know you were on.I'll pm you.

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by shirley124 21 May 2014

Prayers being sent for Avery and her family. Hope she is home soon. Hugs Shirley

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by rosakent 21 May 2014

My thoughts are with Avery and with your family, Jo

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by 1ladyb 21 May 2014

Poor baby, hope she gets better soon. Waiting in an ER can be so exasperating. My youngest had a lot of problems with asthma and allergies and I remember sitting waiting and waiting and waiting. He usually ended up getting a couple shots and breathing treatments and meds. Hated seeing him suffer. Avery has such beautiful eyes. I'm sure her angel is sitting on her shoulder. Keeping her in prayer for a quick recovery.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 21 May 2014

Prayer said and I will continue asking for healing for little Avery.Hugs for you.

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by shilly 21 May 2014

Will do so, allergies are such tricky things. Good thinking on your part, you most likely saved her by getting her to the ER on time.

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by sadp 21 May 2014

Prayers for little Avery going up, hugs S*

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by decojo 21 May 2014

Praying for precious Avery and hugs to you. Joyce

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by zoefzoef 21 May 2014

Prayers send. I hope things get better soon.

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by jrob Moderator 21 May 2014

I'm praying for sweet Avery.

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by justsew 21 May 2014

I pray for you and your family. may all be well. xx
hugs pam.

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by basketkase 21 May 2014

Toogie.........will pray Avery will get well quickly....so frightening when children get sick!

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by aleene 21 May 2014

Prayer were sent up for her and that love her. May God heal her in the name of Jesus. Amen

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by rachap 21 May 2014

Praying for this sweet little one. May the Drs.use all their knowledge and resources and may the parents feel a calming peace from above.

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by grandmamek 21 May 2014

I pray that at the ER they are able to give her medication that will solve her problem. Hopefully she will be all better soon. Hugs, Mary

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by workbecky 21 May 2014

Saying a prayer for Avery and her parents. Becky

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by suziequee 21 May 2014

Poor child. Much harder on them than us big guys. And you feel so helpless. Been there, done that. Prayer is really the only thing you can do. I'm with you.

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by suelyn7 21 May 2014

Hope all our prayers will help your lovely Avery... Please keep us updated thinking and praying for you all

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by lori2 21 May 2014

Said a prayer for Avery. I hope all is well soon.

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by lilylady 21 May 2014

Prayers for your beautiful little girl.

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by gdsteliga 21 May 2014

Said a prayer and will continue. Please keep us posted.
God bless

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by sewtired 21 May 2014

Dear little girl, please God take good care of her and her family.

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by dentalclogger 21 May 2014

Just lifted her and family up Hope all goes well

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