THE SURGERY IS COMPLETE!!!

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The surgeon just came to let us know that the surgery went well and that Nancy did well.  They should be bringing her to post op and we may be able to see her in about an hour!!  What can I say, we are all in awe of the talent and skill of these remarkable surgeons and the life giving technology that exists today!  I'll post again after we have had an opportunity to see her.  She's on the other side of the mountain now and though there will be some peaks and valleys ahead over the next few days, she has the will and the spiritual strength to finish the journey and I know all of your love and support will make a huge difference in how quickly she recovers.  I'm sooo relieved and gratified just knowing the surgery is over!

Nancy's Dad and proud of it!
Vance

Comments

Judy Stohl said…
OH MY GOSH! ONLY EIGHT HOURS! SHE IS AWESOME! WE ARE SO HAPPY! YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KEEP US POSTED! WE LOVE YOU GUYS!
December 10, 2008 at 6:29 PM
Anonymous said…
remarkable...meant to be for her to be in Pittsburgh when her new lungs arrived!!!!!!!!!!God is so awesome and we are so full of JOY tonight for everyone! Jacksons
December 10, 2008 at 6:37 PM
Blomquist Blog said…
PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!! This is the best news ever! What a wonderful early Christmas miracle and present! She is so deserving of this! There is no doubt she will climb this next mountain and be on top before long! Nancy is amazing and my HERO!! She is so strong in both her will and her faith. She will do great! Thanks for keeping us up to date!

WE love you all!

Debbie and Family
December 10, 2008 at 6:43 PM
Becky said…
AMEN AMEN AMEN!!!!!! Oh my gosh! How absolutely wonderful! I am sooooo grateful for the technology that has helped her and also that has helped you all to keep us informed. BLESS YOU ALL!!!!!


((((HUGE HUGS))))
December 10, 2008 at 6:49 PM
Judy said…
PRAISE THE LORD one more time today!!!

We will continue to pray for Nancy's recovery.

We will keep the Matthews and Carruth families in our minds, hearts, and prayers in the days to come.

Our heartfelt love to all of you!

Dick and Judy
December 10, 2008 at 6:52 PM
Anonymous said…
Dear Lord,

Please be with Nancy and her loved ones through this journey. Her faith is so strong. We can all learn from her example. Please also be with the donor's loved ones. Thy will be done.

Peace, love and grace to all.
December 10, 2008 at 6:55 PM
Anonymous said…
CHUCK & I ARE VERY HAPPY FOR NANCY AND OUR PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED. WE HOPE FOR A SPEEDY RECOVERY AND THAT ALL OF THE FAMILY CAN BE TOGETHER AT THIS JOYOUS MOMENT.

LOVE, MARY & CHUCK JEANS
December 10, 2008 at 7:03 PM
Anonymous said…
Dear Nancy and her loving family and friends, GOD IS SO AWESOME!!
What an answer to pray, NEW LUNGS for and early Christmas!! Nancy you have been such an inspiration, and a shining example of God's love. Will continue to keep you in our prayers as always, but the pray has changed to one for a speedy recovery.Love, Sharon Woodruff.
PS God had me praying extra for you last night, now I know why!
December 10, 2008 at 7:08 PM
Anonymous said…
What a relief! I have been so preoccupied all day thinking about Nancy! It is an absolute miracle that this happened to her, and I am hoping that her recovery goes smoothly. So wonderful that she has such a great loving family to help her in her recovery. We are all thinking about you ALL here, and know that you must be overjoyed for Nancy to have this gift.

Much love to you all (even though you have no idea who I am!)
Claire
December 10, 2008 at 7:12 PM
penshark said…
Hallelujah! Again, thank you for your kindness in keeping us updated.
December 10, 2008 at 7:47 PM
Anonymous said…
It is hard to write and think through the tears of joy for Nancy and family. I know your recovery will be fast. You have more to do. Your life is an inspiration to all. Love to you Ann & Vance. Everyone at TCSD is spreading the joy. Have a wonderful Christmas! Elaine (Livingston) Doyle
December 10, 2008 at 8:09 PM
Anonymous said…
Thanks for the update! We are so glad the surgery is complete and that the recovery is beginning. Know that we are all thinking of you. Nancy and Steve Shibuya
December 10, 2008 at 8:29 PM
Anonymous said…
God bless every single one of you for the courage and strength that you have had throughout all of this!!! Nancy is so lucky to have such a close and supportive family just as we are so lucky to have her in our lives. This is the best Christmas present that anyone in Nancy's life could receive! Thank God for this Christmas Miracle!!!!!

Merry Christmas to you all!
much love,
Amy and Davin :)
December 10, 2008 at 8:45 PM
Anonymous said…
God is so GOOD!!!! We at PCS learned about your news this morning and we were so pleased that our prayers for you had been answered, and now we pray for your recovery. Mike and I shared at church tonight that you were having your surgery, however at that time we didn't know it was complete. We have had you on our prayer list at West Clarksville Baptist Church for months, so they were all pleased to hear our news to answered prayer.
God Bless and love to all.
Mike and Donna Ward
December 10, 2008 at 8:53 PM
Unknown said…
THANK YOU, GOD! We are praising His name!!! This is the answer to so many prayers, and we know that Nancy will continue to heal now and be full of energy before you know it! We will remember the donor's family in our prayers, for this indescribable gift out of their great grief! THANK YOU, GOD!
Your friends in Oregon
Jan & Dan
December 10, 2008 at 8:58 PM
Anonymous said…
Blessings to ALL of you!!
December 10, 2008 at 9:33 PM
Clint and Jennifer said…
Wonderful Wonderful! Thanks so much for the awesome news. We will keep praying for Nancy throughout recovery.
Praise God for all He has done!
Love,
Jennifer
December 11, 2008 at 12:07 AM
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