Avonlea Update

email from Deb Ellis:


"I talked to Mike last night, and my heart just aches for their family. What a humongus trial of your faith. Mike is just broken and physically exhausted. He really needs our prayers.
The news he gave was not good news. Avonlea had more tests done yesterday. The doctors are now saying that they think it was the meconium in her lungs that is causing the seizures. They told Rachel and Ty that the part of her brain that was damaged could affect her eyes and speech. They also said she may have cerebral palsy. The discharge date has been pushed back again-they will be there at least thru the weekend. We just have to remember that the doctors give the worst possible senario and are never optimistic. God is still in control and He will be victorious.
Ty and Rachel are on a waiting list for the Ronald McDonald house and their funds are running low. They are staying at a cheap hotel. Finances are a real need right now.
Marilyn is on her way down this morning. I met her at Sarah's house this morning to drop off a card with some money. Mike was there too. I know they are trying to stay strong, but Marilyn is really struggling. Her sister just died and her emotions are out of control. She plans to go to Muncie and pick up whatever Ty and Rachel needs from home and just help them however she can. Her plans are kindof on hold for whatever they need.
Sarah said Avonlea is so beautiful. She looks so perfect. Rachel finally got to hold her yesterday for the first time. Can you imagine not being able to hold your newborn for 4 days?

We really need to stand together as the Robert Bonewitz Clan and pray for Avonlea and the Bonewitz family in this hardship. And I just encourage you to seek God as to how He would have you support Rachel and Ty, whether it is in your prayers or financially."