#2383247 - 05/02/11 11:51 AM
Monday Forrest Report
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Nimrod777
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Apparently the medical staff who make predictions have not previously experienced how ornery a cuss Jeff can be. The prognosis remains that time could be quite short, and the hospice nurse did not expect him to weather through last night. HOWEVER! Jeff is still hanging in there. Lasix (sp?) is pulling some fluids off where his kidneys have not been functioning well. He is still lying with eyes unable to open, somewhat labored breathing, non-responsive.
HOWEVER...
Sunday night, when told that Osama had been taken out, he raised a thumb up! Granted, there could be speculation as to which influential leader's name he actually heard, but it was great to hear he was listening and understanding.
I went up this morning and read pages of printed prayer request responses from TNDeer's forums, identifying each post by name, not knowing if he could hear it or grasp it, but reading it just the same. When I was finished, Jeff's wife was smiling and pointed to his monitors and said, "He was listening to all of that; his heart rate was responding!"
While I had his attention, I leaned in and told him that TNDeer would be taking care of his daughter for him, so he didn't have to worry about it. Visited with the family for a while, then held Jeff's hand and head and prayed for him.
I'll post a "How to Help" thread for those who are wanting to assist Jeff's daughter, who lost her home in last week's storms.
Sometimes praying for a miracle doesn't result in the kind of finish WE think is appropriate. Sometimes the miracle is much more subtle, perhaps as subtle as one more day, and the clarity to hear and understand the family gathered close by. 
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#2383248 - 05/02/11 11:54 AM
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Thank you for the update...continued prayers
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#2383251 - 05/02/11 12:00 PM
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thanks nimrod
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#2383258 - 05/02/11 12:05 PM
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thanks for the update and prayers continue
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#2383260 - 05/02/11 12:07 PM
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Thanks Keith! The updates are very much appreciated.
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#2383261 - 05/02/11 12:09 PM
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Thanks Nimrod.
You are definitely a comforting friend to Forrest and his family.
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#2383263 - 05/02/11 12:14 PM
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I am so glad you are his friend. I sent you a PM. Anything you need on the local front let me know.
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#2383267 - 05/02/11 12:20 PM
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Thanks for being there and keeping us informed Keith! Still praying!
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#2383280 - 05/02/11 12:32 PM
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I hope he knows how much he is loved and appreciated.
My life is richer having known him.
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#2383359 - 05/02/11 01:52 PM
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Thank YOU for the update for reading to Jeff... all I can do is cry.
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#2383363 - 05/02/11 02:00 PM
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Thanks alot and I'm still Praying for him and his Family!!!!
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#2383417 - 05/02/11 03:08 PM
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HOWEVER...
Sunday night, when told that Osama had been taken out, he raised a thumb up! Granted, there could be speculation as to which influential leader's name he actually heard, but it was great to hear he was listening and understanding.
Man that just made me tear up. In a good way.
I've known Jeff since we were both Freshmen in High School, and that definitely sounds like him.
Sometimes praying for a miracle doesn't result in the kind of finish WE think is appropriate. Sometimes the miracle is much more subtle, perhaps as subtle as one more day, and the clarity to hear and understand the family gathered close by.
I have been a Nurse for nearly 26 years, several of those working for Hospice, and couldn't agree more.
Keith, you are once again the man. 
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#2383437 - 05/02/11 03:48 PM
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Thank you for that. Jeff has been on my mind for several days now and my heart ways heavy. Thank you again for the update prayers are still rolling.
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#2383465 - 05/02/11 04:12 PM
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Thank YOU for the update for reading to Jeff... all I can do is cry.
I must say that I had a tear in my eye while reading this myself. I will continue to pray that gods will be done.
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#2383468 - 05/02/11 04:13 PM
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Thanks nimrod. Prayer for you jeff
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#2383490 - 05/02/11 04:41 PM
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Thanks for the update, More prayers sent.
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#2383505 - 05/02/11 05:00 PM
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Many prayers sent. Thank you for that update.
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#2383513 - 05/02/11 05:09 PM
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Prayers still coming. My wife thinks all I do is goof off on tndeer and that's somewhat true but I told her this story about Jeff and his daughter and I think she almost cried.
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#2383526 - 05/02/11 05:27 PM
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Thanks for the update and a little of the personal stuff.
I continue to pray for God's Healing touch. If it is God's will to take him on, then I want God's will most of all. However, until I am sure of that, my prayer continues, "Lord, if you see fit, please touch my Brother NBF with your healing touch, restore the strength of this youth Lord."
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#2383551 - 05/02/11 05:55 PM
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He has My daily prayers, along with his family.
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#2383570 - 05/02/11 06:39 PM
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May god be with Jeff and his Family at this time. Prayers sent.
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#2383584 - 05/02/11 06:52 PM
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We love you Jeff! Your family will be cared for here at TNDEER! You have our word on that!Prayers still!!
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#2383588 - 05/02/11 06:57 PM
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Thank You for sharing that Nimrod and thank you for the update also. Thoughts & Prayers continue for all.
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#2383617 - 05/02/11 07:20 PM
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Prayers sent.Thanks for the update
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#2383685 - 05/02/11 08:05 PM
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prayers for jeff and his family, it sure does make a man appreciate even the bad times in our lives it shows me how my bad days dont even compare a drop in the bucket to some others, i cant read these post about jeff and his family with out shedding a tear, may the lord be with them at this time, we love you buddy and god speed on your journey home
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#2383791 - 05/02/11 09:45 PM
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Thanks for the update Keith. Still praying and thinking of Jeff and his family each day.
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#2383867 - 05/02/11 11:25 PM
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prayers continued, and thanks for keeping us updated.
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#2383892 - 05/03/11 05:10 AM
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Thanks for the update . Prayers continued !
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#2383923 - 05/03/11 05:57 AM
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Thanks for letting him know his TnDeer Family is with him in thought and prayer. My families prayers continue for Jeff and his Family.
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#2383924 - 05/03/11 06:02 AM
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Thanks Keith, and still praying for Jeff and his family.
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#2383925 - 05/03/11 06:03 AM
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Prayers still sending
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