February 2, 2005

February 2, 2005

I talked to Sid tonight and he said that Jesse was discharged from the hospital today and is staying with Paula in the guest house down the street from the hospital. He will be able to go to the hospital as an out patient for his therapy. What an answer to prayer! I know that Jesse was so ready just to be outside for a while. We still don't know when he will be released, but this is a good step! Sid flew home yesterday, so Paula is again by herself. Keep praying.

We haven't heard from Adam, but I tried to email him a letter through a service the Marine Corp provides. It is supposed to get a letter to him in 24 to 48 hours. Well, his name has been deleted because he may be coming home in the near future!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Isn't that great! So I guess that means that you can stop sending him cards and letters. They really don't want them to pile up at the base after the guys are gone and it can take 6 weeks to get mail there. Wouldn't that be great if maybe he was home or at least back in the states in 6 weeks. I guess it is a possibility!

Please keep praying for:
1. Jesse - that therapy would progress quickly and healing would be complete. That there would be no infections or other complications. That he would be able to come home soon.
2. Paula - that she would have endurance and wisdom with doctors and Jesse. That she would sleep well and be refreshed.
3. All the marines and soldiers in Iraq - for protection, for concentration, for quick and accurate motions.
4. C Company - that they would be coming home soon. Keep them focused to finish well and safely
5. The families of Marines and soldiers who have given their lives for our freedom. For strength and endurance for the coming days. For comfort that only God can give.

We are so thankful to all of you. Please keep praying!

In Christ's love and protection,
Jill