One always wonders where life’s road will lead and here we are in the middle of a journey that started last year. In October 2013, Doug was complaining of shortness of breath. After seeing his primary physician, Doug was referred to a lung specialist. The lung doctor gave Doug the diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). We were not alarmed, even though doctors do not know the cause of the disease, because we were told this hereditary condition was slow moving.

June 5, 2016

June 2016

In May Doug had surgery to reverse the colostomy and everything went well until he contracted c. diff. in the hospital. I am grateful it was discovered at the hospital and not after we had brought him home. This surgery will take away the chance for skin infections that could lead to other complications.

January 26, 2016

What a way to start the new year! Five months ago today Douglas left Tampa General Hospital after having a lung transplant. The doctors and staff at TGH have been keeping a constant eye one him and we are grateful to say that Doug has no signs of rejection. To those of you who have contributed towards Doug's medical costs we say a big thank you; you are helping to keep him alive. All good things from from Thee, O God (I Chronicles 29:14b).

December 10, 2015

At the 4th month out from transplant, Doug is doing well. We are grateful to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Tampa General Hospital for all their good care and the training they gave us. Thank you to the staff at HelpHOPELive.com; you really do have our backs. Thank you to all who have donated. And thank you for all your prayers and support.

September 1, 2015

Had the first of 8 weekly visits yesterday and all is going well.

August 26, 2015

On August 16 we got the call from Tampa General Hospital. Doug had a lung transplanted late that evening. He had several days in ICU but they had him sitting up and walking very quickly. Now on August 26 he is going home. He will have clinics every week for three months and they will be balancing his medications during this time. Thank you to all who have donated because of you we will be able to pay for these life saving medications.

June 16, 2015

Well, last Thursday, June 11, we had a trial run to Tampa General. Doug was called early afternoon and we were at the hospital by 3:30pm. Doug was prepped for the transplant while we waited. Around 10pm we found out the donated lungs were not suitable. We are very grateful to the staff of Tampa General Hospital and the lung transplant team for taking very good care of us.

June 1, 2015

Thank you to all who have donated toward Doug's medical costs. As of May 28, 2015 he is officially on the list for a lung transplant. We have been blessed by your concern for our finances. Please keep praying for health, healing, and grace under pressure.

April 28, 2015

May 5, we head to Tampa General Hospital so the doctors can take a look at Doug and they can update some test. Through the generous gifts of friends and family we have hit our first goal which gave us the financial release to proceed with the surgery. We are hoping for good news next week. Thank you for your love and prayers. We are learning to rest in God's peace.

December 23, 2014

Thank you everyone. In one month you have contributed just over $2,000.00 towards Douglas' medical expenses only $8,000.00 more to go.

December 23, 2014

On December 11, we received a call from Tampa General telling us that the transplant committee had met and approved Doug for his lung transplant. He has a couple of medical procedures that need to be done and several thousand dollars to raise before the surgery.