Updates from Dad: Post-op Day 4

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Hello, we're experiencing a possible complication.  A spinal tap, labs and ct scan have been ordered to rule out meningitis. We appreciate your continual prayers for Amanda.

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  1. AnonymousMay 15, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    Here's hoping it's not menengitis and that she is soon well enough to return home. Good luck

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  2. AnonymousMay 15, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    OMG Please keep us posted. We are all on pins and needles. We continue to pray for a good recovery and no more bumps in the road.

    Mindy (ANA forum)

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  3. AnonymousMay 15, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    Prayers continuing, as well as heart felt concern.

    LizAN

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  4. AnonymousMay 15, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Hoping the tests come back negative. Praying for her an uneventful recovery.

    And a BIG thanks to Dad for keeping us updated : )

    Kixit (AN forum)

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  5. BeccaMay 16, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    Praying for you Manders.
    Becky (ANA Forum)

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  6. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    Thinking of you and your family x

    Lotty

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  7. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Praying for you Manders.

    Jan(ANA forum)

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  8. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Praying for you and your family for strength and healing.

    Corinne (ANA Forum)

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  9. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Please let us know how she is as soon as possible!

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  10. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    Please tell her we are all praying for her. I think about her all the time and know with her strength, she will get through this.

    Lisa Robie from Erie, PA (ANA Forum)

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  11. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    Sure would love an update on how she's doing. Prayers continue.

    LizAN

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  12. Dante McCartherMay 16, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Hey Cuz and all my family. I hope with everything that I am, that everything will return back to the way it should be an Amanda will be back to her normal self. Love you dear cousin and all my family. I will be praying for you and waiting to hear the good news when everything is back to the way it should be. Love you all and please keep us posted.

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  13. AnonymousMay 16, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    Hey Amanda, David, Sherry, and the rest of my nephews...I am so sorry and shocked to hear about what is going on. Sweetie, you are in our prayers....there is NOTHING impossible with our God! God bless and keep you and please keep Steve and I updated on your progress. Much love....Uncle Steve and Aunt Karen.

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  14. JennieMay 17, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    Sending prayers your way!!!

    Jennie

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  15. UnknownMay 17, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    Amanda, I had no idea...I can't believe it! Scott and I both were shocked to read this blog and see everything on Facebook. I feel so terrible I didn't know sooner. I will be praying for you and sending all my well wishes for a speedy recovery.

    <3,
    Sarah

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