Kerri is a fellow RSD Ketamine Coma patient and she is back in Monterrey for the removal of all 4 of her wisdom teeth and for ketamine boosters.
Even though our parents had spent a lot of time getting to know each other in the hospital, Kerri and I had only met once, briefly. On the day she was being discharged from the hospital she was wheeled into my room and we shared our common ‘battle’ stories with each other. At the time she was still very weak and couldn’t sit up for very long.
When Kerri WALKED into our apartment yesterday, I couldn’t believe how different and great she looked! Yes, she is walking again! (and she has a really cool pink cane!)
Kerri’s mom reminded me that on that day we first met last year I was celebrating having just eaten my very first french fry in years. I was so happy and the Jarvis family enhanced my excitement by rejoicing with me in that milestone.
Tonight we made and ate homemade pizzas together! We also ate lasagna! And cake!
The day was extra special because it was also Kerri’s birthday.
Mom made her an oreo cake with vanilla frosting and I decorated it. It’s all red and green sprinkles in honor of Mexico! I call it a ‘Mexican Explosion’ cake. :)
I know that spending her 23rd birthday -in Mexico- for medical treatment- is definitely not quite what she had in mind, but I was so happy to get to be a part of it and to spend time with her—this time sharing health, happiness and funny stories instead of battle tales.
We serve a God of miracles!
Kerri’s dental surgery will be tomorrow afternoon. There is power in prayer. Please join me in praying for wisdom and guidance for Dr. Cantu and her oral surgeon, that the surgery goes smoothly, and most importantly, that she does not have an RSD flare up. Pray for strength for Kerri and her family today as they wait and prepare and for her continued and complete healing.
She has come so far and I know she is in the best place possible- in the safe and capable hands of God & Dr. Cantu.
Thanks for the prayers!
xoxo Jessica
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How wonderful to hear another person is overcoming RSD. God is continuing to work miracles. You both look great and have come so far.
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Our God is an awesome God!
With love and prayers,
The Turners
Hi, Jessica:
ReplyDeleteI'm very happy for you to see how great you look, I have been following your story and believe me, you encourage me a lot, I was diagnosed with RSD almost 2 years ago, and like you at the beggining not even doctors understood what I was experiencing they said it was in my mind and the pain I was discribing couldn't be possible. By desperation I started to search in the computer to find out what was hapennig with me and realized it was horrible by thinking I had what I dind't know at that time was RSD, I'm studing to get to know how RSD works in our body and everytime I open a new blog I find out more and that I works in misterious ways and it develops differently in each body. It scares me, and worries me alot thinking that I could get worse. I have 2 kids, and I'm so scare for them, they need their mother by their side to guide them and unfortunally now I'm the one that most needs the guidence. I always pray for you and everybody in need but specially for you. I know God is listening to our prayers and you'll get fully recovered and with time you'll be able to walk again. Sometimes I would feel so depress but I opened your blog and it gave me the strengh to continue to what I call life now.
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GOD: All things are possible (Luke18:27)
MAN/WOMAN: "I'm too tired"
GOD: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
MAN/WOMAN : "Nobody really loves me"
GOD: I love you (John 2: 16 & John 13:34)
MAN/WOMAN: "I can't go on"
GOD: My Grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
MAN/WOMAN: "I can't figure things out"
GOD: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3: 5-6)
MAN/WOMAN: "I can't do it"
GOD: You can do all things (Phillipians 4:13)
MAN/WOMAN : "I'm not able"
GOD: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8)
MAN/WOMAN: "It's not worth it"
GOD: It will be worth it (Romans 8:28)
MAN/WOMAN : "I can't forgive myself"
GOD: I forgive you (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
MAN/WOMAN: "I can't manage"
GOD: I will supply all your needs (Phillipians 4:19)
MAN/WOMAN: "I'm afraid"
GOD: I have not given you a spirit of fear (II Timothy 1:7)
MAN/WOMAN: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
GOD: Cast all your cares on me (I Peter 5:7)
MAN/WOMAN: "I don't have enough faith"
GOD: I've given everyone a measure of faith (Romans 12:3)
MAN/WOMAN: "I'm not smart enough"
GOD: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30)
MAN/WOMAN: "I feel all alone"
God: I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)
Dear Jessica,
ReplyDeleteAnother amazing memory for you, Kerri and your families. We are praying for you and Kerri as you both recover in beautiful Monterrey. Miracles happen there! God is so good & compassionate and we are so blessed to have crossed paths with you. Stay strong and keep smiling Jessica, we love you!
Love,
Rosemary & John
Hi Jess, Gina, Kerri and family, Happy birthday Kerri! I love the Mexican explosion cake, it is so you Gina!! The hand of God is at work, bringing Jess and Kerri together to see how far you both have come (love the photos! xo) from how sick you were. Our God is so GOOD!!!! You know I will keep the prayers coming from here. Plus, the rosary group I am in continues to include you in our intentions. Jess, it is so awesome to see the beautiful smile on your face in the photos. It must be from eating your mom's incredible lasagna and homemade pizza!!! and from being outside and hanging with a special friend. I pray that Kerri's surgery went well and that her recovery is smooth. Please give your mom a great big hug from me!!!! Love always, Angel xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
ReplyDelete"Pray for this experience: 'Show Your marvelous lovingkindness(PS 17:7)'. He will do it! He will bring you up, out and through----not necessarily in the way you would like to come, but in the best way..........When you are dealing with Him who is omnipotent, faithful, and true, the things that seem utterly impossible will be those most likely to happen." Älways expect the unexpected when you are dealing with God. Look to see in God and from God what you never saw before."
ReplyDeletewhat a treat to see Kerri and her family! Glad you were up to visiting with everyone. How far things have come! I am sure it was a treat for the Jarvis family as well.
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Dear Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI had not heard of your story or your struggle until today. I'm an actor/singer/writer going through some "normal" transitions in my life, having just been fired from my job where I had actually been unhappy and unfulfilled for a long time, and determined to remain positive and look at the blessings and opportunities that have been created instead. This morning I awoke from a dream in which I was trying to tell people about an inspiring story. The tagline or title of the story was "When I think of rainbows", so I Googled the phrase and it led me directly to one of your blog pages. I consider myself so lucky to read your story and be inspired by your recovery, courage and eloquence in the face of such frightening challenges. Thank you for being you and for reminding me of the strength of faith and the power of miracles. You're now added to my prayers and I hope you are blessed with a long and happy life.
All the best,
Lee from West Hollywood
P.S. Here is a link to a video I made last year with 100 of my friends; the song we sing was also in my head this morning. I hope you enjoy it. (I'm the guy on the left with the goatee and the blue t-shirt with the silver pendant near the front). : )
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnYa9R4N-8c
Dear Jessica and Sarah,
ReplyDeleteWords cannot describe how grateful we are for the magical day you gave us this Saturday. From the festive decorations to the endless, amazing food to the treasures from Monterrey, and most of all for the visit, stories, and laughter, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Of course the best part of all was walking in to see Jessica's bright smile - oh how far she has come!
Love,
Kathy, Mark, Kerri and Erin
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ReplyDeleteDear Jessica, Another amazing memory for you, Kerri and your families. We are praying for you and Kerri as you both recover in beautiful Monterrey. Miracles happen there! God is so good & compassionate and we are so blessed to have crossed paths with you. Stay strong and keep smiling Jessica, we love you! Love, Rosemary & John
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