Urgent Prayer Needed

coonie
coonie Member Posts: 7,618
edited June 2014 in Prayers and Spiritual Support

I'm sorry, but this doesn't have anything to do with breast cancer, other than I feel my sisters here will understand and pray with me.

My 17-year-old niece is diabetic. She woke up yesterday morning very sick----vomiting, hard time breathing, etc. My sister took her to the local hospital and they have now taken her by ambulance to a hospital 2 hours north. She has been admitted into the Intensive Care Unit because of diabetic ketoacidosis, which, I believe, is very serious.

She was diagnosed as a diabetic several years ago.  Please pray for her to take this disease serious and have a better understanding of the dangers that can be caused by being diabetic.

I'd sure appreciate all the positive prayers, thoughts and healing vibes going her way!! I feel better already just knowing you all will see this and keep her in your thoughts and prayers....Her name is Whitney.

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  • saint
    saint Member Posts: 1,877
    edited December 2009

    prayers for whitney being said-------hang in there coonie--prayers for the family too!

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited December 2009

    Ohhhh thank you--thank you Saint!!

    Now you've made me cryCry

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  • vivvygirl
    vivvygirl Member Posts: 435
    edited December 2009

    Whitney and coonie....praying and sending love to you all. Medical miracles happen all the time ( don't they saint???) and many times when things look really bad, through strength, courage and faith things turn around.

    Coonie , am here for you if you need.

    Big hugs

    Viv

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited December 2009

    Ohhhh Vivvygirl!!! Thank you so much! My heart feels better already. I'm such a worrier, but my "sistahs" sure can calm me down when necessary:) I sent a text message to my sister around 3:00 am, but evidently she and Whitney are probably sleeping.....I'm the one not able to sleep....LOL. Thank you for your love and support!!!

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  • vivvygirl
    vivvygirl Member Posts: 435
    edited December 2009

    Any time mate....one day I will need your love and support.

    Go and try to get some sleep. You need to be taking care of yourself as well

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009

    My dear Coonie.  Prayers are on their way for Whitney.  Prayers to you too.  Lets hope today brings some good news.  LHSK.

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  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited December 2009

    Dear Lord, your child Whitney needs you. Please hold her and heal her and smile down upon her family. For this I pray.

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited December 2009

    Oh ya'll!!!!!!Cry it means so much to have all of you!!

    I just talked to my sister and Whitney is sleeping.

    They're working slowly to get her sugar down.

    Thank ya'll so VERY VERY much for the prayers and support!

    I'll keep you posted.

    ((((hugs to ya all))))

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  • Dejaboo
    Dejaboo Member Posts: 2,916
    edited December 2009

    Prayers & Thoughts for Whitney .

    Pam

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  • julz4
    julz4 Member Posts: 2,490
    edited December 2009

    Oh Coonie I am so sorry for you All! Praying for your Whitney!!!! I work with Diabetics every day. This is so hard & for someone so young! Sending Strength for All & Wisdom for the Dr's to Help her through this Hurdle!!!! Peace for You Sistah....as I know you are feeling so Helpless as I am sure your sister is feeling for her child! (((((((((((((((COONIE & HER FAMILY)))))))))))))))))

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  • dlb823
    dlb823 Member Posts: 9,430
    edited December 2009

    Coonie ~ I'm praying for Whitney now and will continue to pray for her throughout the day.  Deanna

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  • mmm5
    mmm5 Member Posts: 1,470
    edited December 2009

    prayers for your niece Whitney, May God's light shine down on her today and heal her!

    My 9 year old is diabetic as well and it is a scary disease and a very hour to hour managment, I pray that she is guided by the holy spirit in caring for herself and choosing well each day.

    God bless your family!

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  • spar2
    spar2 Member Posts: 6,827
    edited December 2009

    On Coonie, so very sorry.  Sending prayers for you and Whitney.  I am a diabetic also and it is a hard disease especially for younger people.  Meds and diet have to be just perfectly matched. God bless and watch over and guide Whitney.  Strenth, courage and wisdom.  Please let her know we are all praying for her and sending hugs.

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited December 2009

    Ohhhhh you ladies are the best!!! I told my sister that prayers were being said all over the world. I'm going to copy this for her so she can show Whitney.

    Whitney is still in ICU, but doing better. They're doing blood work pretty often and "may" get to a regular room this evening.

    Your prayers are working! I know I can feel them, and I'm sure Whit can too. God bless you all!!!! Big HUUUUUGGGSSSS to everyone of you!!

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  • fmakj
    fmakj Member Posts: 1,278
    edited December 2009

    Adding my prayers for Whitney, Coonie and Families. 

    Mary Louise

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  • Jayne_in_UK
    Jayne_in_UK Member Posts: 517
    edited December 2009

    Prayers from me also for Whitney and her medical team. I'm so pleased to hear that she is doing better.

    Hugs to you Coonie.

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009

    Gentle hugs to Whitney and the 'Coonie' family.

    Edit (sigh, as per usual)

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  • cammy2
    cammy2 Member Posts: 42
    edited December 2009

    Healing prayers going out to Whitney.  My step-daughter was diagnosed at 11 years old as a Type 1 and we have also been through many scary times with her similar to Whitney's.  She is now a mother with her own daughter and has finally managed to stay consistently under control.  I pray that for Whitney too!

    Cammy

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  • faithandfifty
    faithandfifty Member Posts: 10,007
    edited December 2009

    Oh my goodness.

    I've just found this thread.

    Adding my prayers to the groups.

    Coonie, you're such a caring auntie.

    ((((((((Whitney)))))))))))))

    xx00xx00xx00xx00xx

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  • GrammyNancy
    GrammyNancy Member Posts: 666
    edited December 2009

    Just reading this but please know that I will keep Whitney, her family, her medical team and you in my prayers. 

    Hugs

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009

    Still praying for Whitney.  Gentle hugs Coonie.

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  • kmccraw423
    kmccraw423 Member Posts: 3,596
    edited December 2009

    Coonie - Add my prayers for Whitney.  This is an insidious disease that affects every part of the body.  If you think the stuff I wrote below, show it to her; otherwise just FYI.  You are such a loving aunt.  Stay strong girlfriend.

    For Whitney- not only are you putting your life in jeopardy by not controlling your blood sugars, you are setting yourself up for all kinds of complications down the road.  I know it is not easy for you ... it is not easy for any of us with diabetes.  You are at a time in your life where you should be carefree and you can be as long as your keep those sugars down.  Its even harder to be different than the other kids but there it is and you have to deal with it or face serious health problems, now and in the future.  Part of growing up is learning to accept things for the way they are not for how we would like to be.  I know this sounds preachy and I don't want it to be Whitney but please, please take care of yourself.  What you do now will affect the rest of your life.  A few minutes a day, every day will keep you healthy and seriously reduce your risk of complications.  There is plenty of information out there ... familiarize yourself - arm yourself to fight this and pray for a cure (just like bc!).  Lots of hugs and love.

    (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

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  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited December 2009
    Kathleen, you might add that you're a diabetic! Wink
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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009

    Kathleen, what a beautiful message for Whitney.

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  • coonie
    coonie Member Posts: 7,618
    edited December 2009

    Ohhh my goodness!!!! Thank ALL of you so much for your prayers!! The good Lord knows he must answer the prayers from the "sistahs".

    I have wonderful news!!! Whitney is on her way home as we speak. I haven't talked to her, but will as soon as she's up to talking. I'm going to copy this thread and laminate it so she'll always have it to look back on. There's some great advice and encouragement that I just know she'll appreciate and put to good use.

    Thank you all again. You ladies are absolutely THE BEST!!!!

    I love you all!!!!!

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  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited December 2009
    Thank God Coonie! Innocent He did all the work, but we got all the credit....Wink
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  • faithandfifty
    faithandfifty Member Posts: 10,007
    edited December 2009

    Whitney. We're all so grateful that you are able to go home from the hospital.

    We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

    Your auntie Coonie will remind us from time-to-time.

    I can not being to imagine the challenges that you face with this illness. It's not fair and I'm sorry that you have to be watching things that others your age take completely for granted.

    Know that we want only the best for you.

    Unfortunately this disease is one with very serious consequences. It's not fair, but this planet isn't fair. It is forcing you to "grow up" sooner than you would wish, I bet.

    You are not the only one that is 'different' and my prayer will be that you can begin to use that 'difference' as a sign of maturity and reach out to others who need your understanding, courage and experience.

    I'm sorry that you've been sick. I hope that you can sort out all that has happened and do your best to follow the insight and advice given by your medical team.

    We want only the best for you.

    I'm so proud that you're learning to balance your life. We adults are still learning that: Balance. If you can learn it as a teenager -- your entire life will be better.

    Sending prayers for your continued maturity and understanding as you grapple with this illness.

    Keep us updated, Coonie.

    We're always here for you, both.

    xx00xx00xx00xx

    Strength and courage.

    Strength and courage.

    Strength and courage.

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009

    Yay Whitney...........glad you are going home.  Bless your heart. 

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  • cindoe
    cindoe Member Posts: 265
    edited December 2009

    Prayers, and hugs, also I love this song and words by Jane Siberry.    calling for Whitney and family.

    calling all angels
    calling all angels
    walk me through this one
    don't leave me alone
    callin' all angels
    callin' all angels
    we're tryin'
    we're hopin'
    we're hurtin'
    we're lovin'
    we're cryin'
    we're callin'
    'cause we're not sure how this goes

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited December 2009
    OH Cindoe I LOVE that song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Wasn't it in the movie about 'paying it forward'?  LOVED that movie too. Cry
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