Ups & Downs

What a ride this has been. Up one minute & down the next. The first 36 hours were obviously the toughest. Shock, followed by panic. After Jolie was finally stabilized, then we finally began getting the doctor evaluations. One report would give you hope. Only to be knocked down again by the next report hours later. This went on for a day and a half. At which point, we finally began receiving good news. Then more good news. Followed by more good news. Some felt today was a minor setback, but I disagree. Jolie was placed back on ventilator today, 3 hours after it was removed. Not a setback, just wasn't ready. I think she's accomplished plenty in 5-1/2 days. By all counts, Jolie isn't suppose to be here. The length of time without her heart pumping blood was too long. The length of time her brain went without oxygen was too long. Well, not only is she still here, Jolie is getting stronger everyday. Somebody was watching over her. And Somebody
has been listening to the constant stream of prayers. We have many "ups" to come. And the future "downs" probably won't feel so bad as they once did. Please continue to pray for more UP times for Jolie. I Love All Of You! What an incredible God we have. Jimmy Carle 2/3/12