Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Praises and How to Help

Wow - what an afternoon for Becca and Nathan! She wanted me to send out a quick update of some praises for Canaan and I am not surprised of these praises as they happened while all of you were lifting this family up in prayers. I don't know about all of you, but God sure is growing my faith!

PRAISES -
Canaan is not intubated!! Massive surprise for all. She's got oxygen, and will for a while. And she could be intubated again if she doesn't hold good levels. But she's so incredibly strong. It's a delicate balance - they don't want her intubated too long because it could cause lung damage but they also want her to receive ample oxygen because she needs good eyesight and brain development. So right now, she isn't intubated so we are praying she continues to breathe well and her lungs keep growing.
Another beautiful sign made by Canaan's nurse, Sarah

Another praise: Becca and Nathan got to touch her! It's called healing touch, where you can't rub, but can lay your hand on her. After scrubbing in, they donned gloves and laid hands on her. And guess what that sweet girl did? She opened her eyes and looked right at them. Her levels also dropped (in a good way!) - healing touch can be so calming. What a precious time for Becca and Nathan, and I pray they get more of those moments in the coming days.

Canaan is called a micro preemie, and is currently the smallest baby at the hospital. She stays in an isolette bed, where they try to keep her as comfortable and "womb-like" as possible.

We all know this will be a roller coaster, with two steps forward, and one step back. But we are praising Him for these beautiful moments. So keep up the prayers; we invite you into these moments so you can see God's glory in all of this. I am overwhelmed by the goodness of this community.


Becca wanted me to include this from her cousin, which showcases a special connection of her name and the Old Testament:

"Jonathan says he keeps thinking of Isaac's birth story. To Abraham and Sarah it seemed impossible. But God had a plan to fulfill His promises to Abraham and, ultimately, to bring about redemption for the world. So God made a miracle. Just like God promised a great land to Abraham, and eventually brought His people to Canaan. Which also set the scene for our Redeemer and proved God's great power. He keeps His promises to His people. Always. Canaan, your name is such an incredible reminder of God's greatness today. We pray that anyone who hears your name and hears your story sees the Lord in His glory and might. We pray that your little organs, immune system, muscles and bones will be strengthened daily, and that you grow into an even brighter beacon for the Lord than you already are. Because you already shine big, sweet girl."

HOW YOU CAN HELP - 
We are getting overwhelmed (in an awesome way) of how people can help. Most importantly, continue the prayers, and believe me they are being felt!

Becca's cousin has set up a Go Fund Me page. I'll post the link here and on the side of the blog, if you feel led to donate. Also, if you'd like to send a gift card to a restaurant, they have Taziki's, Chipotle, Whole Foods, Walmart, etc. I'll post the address of their Airbnb, and they welcome any cards or letters. As I said in my first post, they are going to be there for quite a while.

Additionally, I will be going to Arkansas next week, so if you have a care package you want to send, please email me here  and we can find a time to meet up next Sunday or Monday morning before I head out.

Thank you thank you thank you! May God continue to receive ALL the glory in this story!

Go Fund Me for Becca and Nathan Daniel

ATTN: Becca and Nathan Daniel
15 N. Locust Avenue, Apt. 3
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Blessings to all,
Courtney

EDITED TO ADD: I've added a gadget on the right side of the blog where you can sign up to receive updates. I know there will be many updates to the blog as we move ahead so feel free to sign up via email so you don't miss anything!

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