Thursday, May 30, 2013

The Precious Gift of Eyesight

It was one of those days (and weeks) when I didn't think I could be any busier.

But within a few minutes, everything grinds to a halt and nothing on my agenda appears important.

Our four year old was playing out in the woodshed when she came in screaming with her eyes squeezed shut. I tried to pry her eyelids open and flush out the dirt she apparently got in her eyes. After a few minutes I could see that there was still some white matter on her iris. Her eyes were swelling and she was obviously in pain. Ed came home, took her to ER, and spent the rest of the day at the eye doctor. Today he took her to visit a cornea specialist.

















  
Returning home from the ER. She was so happy with her little hospital gown that she was given when her dress got wet! 

We still don't know exactly what she got in her eye, but apparently it caused a chemical burn. An abrasion is on her left eye. The good news is that she has vision in both eyes. Praise the Lord. We don't know yet how it will affect her future vision but we are praying for complete healing of her eye.



Today she is opening her eyes a little. Yesterday she would not open them unless the doctor put drops in her eyes. She squints at bright lights but I'm so relieved to see her blue eyes again!

I know this isn't my usual blogging material, but right now I'm not feeling up to sharing recipes. Will you remember our little girl in your prayers?
Posted by Gina at 4:15 PM
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  1. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    Yes! We will pray for her.

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  2. RebeccaMay 30, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Oh my--eye injuries are so scary! My second oldest had a sharp object poked in his eye when he was quite little. It turned out ok, but was a heart stopping experience. Praying for her complete recovery!!!!!!

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  3. SarahMay 30, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Oh, the poor dear! It's so scary when things happen to our kids, especially something as delicate as their eyes. I'll pray for a speedy recovery.

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  4. DinaMay 30, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    Sorry, what a big scare if you're little ones have accidents/are sick. May you continue to trust in God to make all things well.

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  5. SheilaMay 30, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    I definitely will pray for her. Things like this are so scary!

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  6. donna www.merryheartcrafts.comMay 30, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    I have prayed for your sweet little one. I know you are were definitely scared. God bless.

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  7. beckaMay 30, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    I will pray that the Lord will restore her vision. What a scary thing for such a little girl (and her family)!

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  8. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Praying that God will continue to heal her eyesight...quite scary indeed and different than recipes, but thank you for letting us know!

    ~eunice b

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  9. momtofatdogsMay 30, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    Absolutely!

    Sam

    PS: eye problems are a scary thing. especially as children. I suffer a corneal ulcer. since I was a toddler. so I know how she feels. exactly.

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  10. Grandma RuthMay 30, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Thank You Dear Lord that you have given this precious child of Yours, eyes to see Your awesome creation!

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  11. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    As someone who is currently undergoing vision-related challenges, I can empathize with the worry you (and she) are feeling. I will definitely pray for your little girl's healing and peace of mind. We have a loving heavenly Father. He is Jehovah Rapha, the God that heals.

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  12. BetsyMay 30, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    Oh yes! I'm praying right now. I'm so thankful that she has her vision and that God has blessed her with sight again.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  13. WendiMay 30, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Poor baby! I will be praying.

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  14. Shannon @ Some Fine TatersMay 30, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    Oh no! I'll keep her (& you!) in prayer!

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  15. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 8:39 PM

    Your precious little girl is in our prayers for healing and full recovery. Blessings and God's comfort to you and your sweet family...

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  16. SmithGangMay 30, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Lifting her and your family in prayer. so sorry for her pain , hoping she heals quickly.

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  17. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 10:48 PM

    Poor deary! I'm so sorry she has had to suffer like that :( We'll be praying for her!

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  18. the canned quilterMay 31, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    Lots of prayers going up for your little one! Hugs CQ

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  19. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    Poor baby! Of course you can't share recipes - I wouldn't either!! Prayers for you and yours.

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  20. Rosemary UKMay 31, 2013 at 3:42 AM

    What a terrible fright for you ! So glad she is OK,reminds me of the day 40 years ago when my 3 year old son dropped a paving slab on his thumb.

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  21. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    Father, we ask You to completely heal this eye injury, with no loss of vision. We will be careful to give You all the glory and honor for your mercy in this healing we request. At the same time, we ask that you would improve our spiritual vision to see You and Your will more clearly....and then the obedience to follow You daily. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

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  22. Lisa M.May 31, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    I was praying for her before I even finished reading the post! I hope she will have complete healing. Keep us informed :0)

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  23. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    God bless her!!

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  24. LydiaMay 31, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Yes, I'm praying for her today. So scary! We so often take our health and all related things for granted.

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  25. KrisMay 31, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Oh my goodness, how scary that must be. Poor little sweetie. I'm so glad she's in good hands and I know the Lord was right there with her. I'll be praying she gets better and better and is able to see more and more. I so enjoy your blog and appreciate all the time it takes for you to post all your yummy recipes. And I love seeing how your garden is growing and all. So to see this I just had to let you know I am thinking good healing thoughts and lifting your little one up in prayer.

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  26. Shari ZookMay 31, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Warm thoughts and prayers. Jesus is the Healer! So thankful for the improvement He's given your daughter.

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  27. Lensa Simesso from EthiopiaMay 31, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Sorry for the happening but no worries, for the kids it is common passing through different scary process. She will be fine and I will promise to pray for your faith and strengthen in you and get her joy back to the beautiful girl. All is well, God is in Control.

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  28. NicoleMay 31, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Praying for her and a quick recovery.

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  29. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    praying that she will be fine soon

    shelley p
    from over the pond

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  30. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    So sorry, how scary this must have been for everyone. Hope she has a quick recovery.
    Laura C

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  31. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    I brought my eldest two (10 & 7) over the computer, and had them read your post, and then we all prayed for your daughter together. Funny how God works to bring us out of ourselves; not ten minutes ago my oldest was crying because three of his friends just sent word that they aren't coming to his birthday party today because of illness. He wasn't interested in praying for their recovery because he was feeling too sorry for himself, but after reading your post, he was ready to pray for your daughter AND his friends, and his attitude is completely changed. Thank you for giving us this opportunity to pray!

    I'm so sorry that your daughter was injured. Eye injuries are scary; we've had one of those, too. You've got one mom and two kids in Washington praying for a full recovery and no more pain. My daughter's prayer - direct quote - "Please don't let her eyes get badder, but let them get better."

    -dep31-

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  32. Holt FamilyMay 31, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Praise God she is alright! It's so hard when it's our kids! Hang in there and I'll continue praying.
    Annie in CA

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  33. jhausmann100May 31, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    Each day we are faced with new challenges as our children grow. I pray for your daughters speedy recovery.

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  34. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Oh my goodness! That must be terrifying! Your daughter is in my prayers.

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  35. KaraMay 31, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Praying for her complete healing!

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  36. Carolyn J.May 31, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    Praying for your little one's healing and guidance for the doctors! Hugs to you all!!!

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  37. 5N FamilyMay 31, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    Oh my goodness....bless her baby heart! We will definitely keep your sweet girl in our prayers!

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  38. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    So sorry to hear of your daughter's injury. I'll be praying for her healing. Please keep us updated on her progress.

    Laura in VA

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  39. living from glory to gloryMay 31, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    I am praising the Lord with you!! So sad for her, it must of really hurt and scared her so much.
    Keep us posted!
    Blessings, Roxy

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  40. karen608May 31, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Really scary day for your family. May the Lord heal her eyes completely. Glad she liked the hospital gown. : )

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  41. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 2:36 AM

    I pray she'll be able to be her beautiful little self again. I'm sure everything will turn out OK!!!

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  42. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    I pray every time your baby girl comes to mind. Please let us know how she is. Of course I pray for all of you as well.
    God bless,
    Philippa

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