Fever Broke

Thanks to those of you who have been praying for my sister Emily. Her fever broke yesterday and her condition changed from critical to stable. She remains in the ICU on oxygen with (I believe) double pneumonia. Though she is on pain meds, she evidently has consistent pain in her lower back. She would undoubtedly elaborate on my explanation with her nursing lexicon, but I believe that this is enough information to elicit sympathy. We have been calling her cell phone via Skype, which offers the best rates. Mom is staying at a hostel there until Emily gets out of the hospital. Again, thank you for your prayers. This has been a rough month for my family, but we continue to trust that God works ALL things together for good for those who love Him, those who are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). This doesn't mean that pain, disappointment, tragedy, and hardship will never touch us, but that through God's grace, good can come out of them.

On Friday Donovan and I went to the Orange County Super Fair for a few hours and became the first two people of my acquaintance to consume a fried Twinkie. It's not recommended for any culinary merit, but 'twas an experience worth $3.75. Aren't the Twinkies a people group from Oz? This could explain so much...