I want to temper the good news I'm about to share with the reality that Kathi is still very critically ill. But having said that we are greatly encouraged today. Praise God!
This morning we were able to observe Kathi open her eyes. She is not following commands, still in a coma and and still on a ventilator. But the doctor said she is doing things today that cause him to believe she can have a good recovery. He said he watches for four things to begin to happen: 1) Open her eyes 2) Reaching to pull out tubes 3) Following commands 4) Being able to come off the ventilator. So. . .we can check off number 1! He said she is ahead schedule on his expectations. So pray for her to continue hitting these milestones.
Due to the seriousness of her open head wound and the great risk of infection, the doctor asked that we restrict visitors to family only. This is so hard because we know every one's heart's desire is to come see and love her. We expect this restriction to be relaxed in a few weeks. We will let you know when this happens. (Details will come later.)
Thank you and bless you.
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Praise the Lord for progress! Can't wait to visit with Kathi!
I am praying for speedy recovery.
GOD is so AWESOME!
Hello, I'm in KCMO, I just found out about Kathi's accident. I will be praying daily for God to heal her.
That news just made me cry praise the lord!
It's so wonderful to see God work and the love and unity Lakesiders have. It really makes me miss everyone even more! Our family will continue to pray for a full recovery. With all of us praying we must sound like a rock concert to God :)
We love you Kathi!
Praise God for step #1!!! Awesome news!
Please know your family is deeply covered in prayer in my house. Lakeside has been praying for my newborn, who just went from Sutter Roseville to Sutter Memorial downtown and finally home last week. I too have family in Seattle...your circumstances touch my heart with familiarity. I live in Roseville...just up the street from the hospital...if there is anything I can do-bring family food...watch kids for visitors...offer up my spare room if someone needs a place to stay close by...please let me give back the blessings that were poured on me in my time of need! Much love and constant prayers!
Kathi-
As I sit and read these comments I am moved to tears. You have had such a positive influence on so many people, and touched so many lives for God. I thank God for the progress you have made, and for the progress that you will continue to make in the future! Get well soon!! Remember... we still have that River Cats game to go to!!
Dave and Theresa, Hang in there!! We give our love to you both, and pray that God will give you strength and good health as you go through this difficult time! Theresa- sorry about the Mayo!! :)
Lakeside, thank you for so faithfully keeping us updated!! I know that I am one of MANY who check the website hourly for news on Kathi's condition!
Much love to you Kathi!
Wendy Johnson
K4~
I know our heart are connected spiritually, so I hope you feel all the love and prayers poured out to you. K1 and K3 may visit you this weekend, though they can't be near you. Wish I could be there, too!
PRAISE GOD! We know she's a fighter..The angels are singing a hymn today!
Praise God for His healing so far - goose bumps abound! I will continue to pray that His Holy Spirit fills your every cell and envolopes your body in His healing power. God bless you and keep you, sister!
Lots of love, Pam L.
I am on my knee's my friend. Keep fighting Kathi...God's almighty power is so amazing it brings me to tears!! Love and Hugs Lynn
I am rejoicing at the progress you made today. You are loved and prayed for fervently!
Praise God! He is a God that is faithful and hears every prayer!! Thank you Lord that Kathi is progressing and showing signs of recovery! Thank you for the doctors & nurses that are there caring for her. Thank you for her family and Lakeside's staff that is constantly keeping us updated on Kathi's condition and improvements! We will not stop praying!! AMEN!!
Kathi-I was just driving in my car during crazy campaign time and heard on KFBK about a woman with your name who had been hit...I called Lakeside, expecting to hear, "nope, not our Kathi"...but then she sent me to the website, and I cried. Kathi, God Loves You. His arms are wrapped so tightly around you, and he's there, right there with you. I love you and I'm praying so hard I can't think straight. I love you. God Bless You and keep you and bring you back. XOXOXOXO.
Please know that I will be praying that God will heal Kathi - she's an awesome lady and I'm praying for a complete recovery!
My sister and I met Kathi when she was head of of Women's Ministries at First Baptist Church in Elk Grove. She travelled with us and and three other women on a four-day cruise to Mexico six years ago. We will keep her in our prayers, and praise God for the progress she is making daily.
God's speed, Kathi.
PRAISE GOD!
With so many blessing, prayers, friends and God I know that Kathi will come back even stronger. To Dave and Teresa, thank you for today, I pray for you that you are kept healthy and strong as you continue to stay with Kathi and send her strength. Kathi is so strong in my heart and my prayers seem so little, but God is watching over all of you and I will not stop praying until I hear her sweet voice again soon.
johanna
PTL--He is good. We love you Kathi.
Lydia, Margo and Angie
That is good news. Thanks so much for the updates. Kathi, we are praying for you continuously here in Elk Grove.
Love, The LeBleu family
Kathi - I am writing this hoping that you will be able to read this soon. It is so wonderful and emotional to read the posts in this blog to see how you have touched so many people. We are sending positive thoughts for your quick and full recovery. We love you. Theresa and Dave - we are here for you.
Love,
Nora and family
WA State
God is good ALL the time! My prayer warrior friends and I are holding Kathi, the hospital team, and family up in prayer.
Kathi, I am so glad to know you and can't wait to visit with you!
Blessings!
We are praying for Kathi and her family hourly. I am also praying for the Lakeside team that is keeping vigil. Keep strong, there is hope. Much love from the Nations family.
Hi Kathi!
Just wanted you to know Spike is doing very well! He's purring and eating...and, that's a good thing! He misses you soooo very much but understands your need to be away for right now. He's anticipating your return home as we all are here at Lake Forest! Love and constant prayers to you, Kathi!
Kathy has become a dear friend to our family. We have been lucky enough to have her company at many of our Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations. We have come to think of her as a "bonus" sister! Kathi, I just want to pray that our Lord Jesus will touch your body with his powerful hands to heal you and comfort you at this time. I also want to pray for your family that the Lord will supply them with strength, wisdom and encourgement during this very stressful time.
I thank our healer and Lord, Jesus, that Kathi was able to open her eyes today!
I just finished reading a book called "Mistaken Identity" about two college girls who were involved in an automobile accident, and how God worked in their families lives. It was a new perspective for me to see the world of trauma wards and what the road to recovery really looks like. I say all that to say to Kathi's family that I can't imagine how difficult it is for you right now to see your beloved sister in such a difficult place.
God Bless You as you walk this road together with Him.
I know Kathi a bit through bicycling. I will pray for her.
Heidi
Prayers and best wishes from a fellow (now injured) cyclist in the Seattle area for your continued progress to a full recovery. I am also recovering (along with my riding friend too) from injuries from being hit by a driver @ 8 wks ago, so I send gentle, healing thoughts to you...
Mary
Praise God! We are continuing to pray for Kathi. Thank you for the updates!
K4, We love you dearly and are eager to laugh with you again. We left Fab4 pictures with your sweet family to encourage them and to remind you to recover quickly and be with us again. We are praying constantly.
Thank you for keeping us all updated on her recovery. I do not know Kathi nor do I belong to the church but she is still in my deepest prayers.
Thank you so much for keeping us all updated on Kathi's recovery. I do not know her nor do I belong to the church but she is in my deepest of prayers. God bless
This a such a senseless tragedy. We KNOW her strength will pull her through.
The Shannon Family
You are in my prayers Kathi and for your family and friends. I have faith that God is right there with you all. In Jesus' name I pray.
May God Bless you,
Chris DeWitt
Thank you God for the hope you have given to all of us today through these encouraging signs of recovery.
Kathi, I told you when you first started at Lakeside that God purposefully placed you here and the women of Lakeside were so incredibly lucky to have you. We will be even more so lucky and grateful when you return with your welcoming smile! Until then continue your progressive recovery.
Love you,
Sally
Dear God
May Kathi sense your presence in her mind, and body and spirit. We thank you already for a small sign of your healing power, may it continue till we see Kathi restored to full health. In her weakness, may she know YOUR strength. Surround her with peace and love. May her family and friends around her know the same. We commit her to your care, because we know just how much you do care. We pray in Jesus name. Amen
Winnipeg, MB
Kathi,
Get well soon and come tell all of us in Mozambique who are praying for you the amazing stories of healing and love! If you can't do that, just be there with that beautiful smile when we come home to Lakeside.
Lakesiders, you are showing Folsom and surrounding areas the glory of God through your loving service. It's what you do best and we are witnesses to that! Cant' wait to see what God will do through you this time!
We love you all.
Rodger, Lynne and boys in Mozambique
Kathi, you are special to us, and your friends at Quail Lakes Baptist in Stockton are praying for you. We know that our God is in the business of healing, and we are trusting Him for you. All our love to you, friend.
I hope you get better really,really soon!!! I am praying for you sooooooo much!!!You are AWESOME!!! Keep on fighting!!!
Love,
Sami
You're continually in my thoughts Kathi and I continue to lift you up in prayer. You are loved so very much! Big Hugs to you friend~ Tammi Lasater
Dear Kathi,
I do not know you personally but hope to one day. Our prayers are with you big time. We've sent out a prayer request to family and friends nationwide. You have prayers coming all the way from PA. God is so good and is with you ALWAYS. Stay strong my friend. We love you!
Love, Tracey Russell & Family
Kathi, you and I don't know each other, but have spoken a few times at Stepping Stones. Your committment to the Lord is so amazing and contagious. I've grown through your love for the Lord, sharing your life, your struggles, and your successes. May God heal you, and give you and your family strength during this time. God Bless you, Elishia Sorensen
My heart was saddened to hear of the bicycle accident. A cyclist worst nightmare. My daily prayers are with Kathi and her cycling companion Kathy. Our God is ALWAYS with us even in our darkest moments. Praise God! Hang in there Kathi and keep fighting God is right there with you!
We are praying so hard for your recovery Kathi. God has used you in so many incredible ways already and I feel that He still has so many plans for your here on Earth. Fight with all your might Kathi and come back to everyone! Love to you from the McCarthy family
We thank GOD for all that he is and does, and we thank GOD for Kathi. Hang in their good friend and keep up the speedy recovery. We will continue to pray for you and your family. We love you!!
I have to admit that I struggled God was still in control when I first heard about the accident.I had to remind myself of His promises and how I have seen His faithfulness in the past. I know that He has a kingdom purpose and I am sure that people who know Christ and people who do not can't help but be touched by this story. Thank you for the encouraging news! That is AWESOME!
With love, Mary
We are so grateful for the updates and the phone calls keeping us updated on Kathi's condition. Thank you Bryan and Vickie. . . . .it's so difficult for us to be so far away and without cell or internet at this very difficult time. Kathi. . . . we love you, we are ALL praying for you constantly. I just keep remembering your gentle spirit, your undeniable faith and the way you really LOVE all of those in your life. . . it has given me a peace that is sustaining us. Here in Montana we are reminded daily of the awesome power of our God. . . he is so much bigger than anything we can even fathom. . . but you Kathi already know that and remind us of that daily. We are also praying for Teresa and Dave. . . . I hope you both know how very much Kathi loves you and that she speaks so lovingly of you both often. (And of course, Emma and Cody too.) Kathi . . . .we are praying for you, for your doctors, your sister and brother-in-law and for all of our Lakeside family. We love you!
This news brought tears to my eyes! Praise God! Continued prayers for your healing.
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