please pray !
Surgery
is at 7:30am Monday morning . God must move another huge mountain .
They feel her pulmonary pressure may be too high for the Berlin to work .
It is not looking hopeful but the are going to try . She said she would
not give up on her but If the pressure is too high the blood will not
be able to go to the left side and nothing else can be done . She will
bring her out of the or for us to hold her so she will not die alone .
We always promised Teresa we would never leave her . Please pray and beg
god to keep her with us . If it is His will to take her home we would
ask for prayers to accept this also . Please share an ask the world to
not stop praying !
Moved to tears here in Illinois. Praying so hard for Teresa! I have been reading your blog for the past couple of weeks and have been asking my family to pray for her. What an amazing little girl you have there! Praying for a miracle tomorrow! God bless all of you.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you guys.
ReplyDeleteIs the pressure so high because of the same reason the left side veins & arteries had to be enlarged? Begging G0d that you will not have to hold her dying body straight from the OR. Praying for your peace of mind, heart, body, and soul regardless of the outcome. Begging in prayer for success of the Berlin. Wondering why she can't stay on ECMO longer.
ReplyDeletepraying and praying and praying
ReplyDeleteThe entire Audy family is with you in prayer. Sending our love and begging God for a miracle.
ReplyDeleteDear Dr. Ed, Ann, Teresa, and family,
ReplyDeleteYou will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and hold you all in our hearts. Jesus is with you.
Love, Linda, Dave, and Skyler Mills
Ann....
ReplyDelete"They feel her pulmonary pressure may be too high for the Berlin to work.". I am praying that this situation change. "It is not looking hopeful but they are going to try.". They. Are. Going. To. Try. Even Teresa's doctors refuse to give up on her!! I like that!! "If the pressure is too high the blood will not be able to go to the left side and nothing else can be done .". I repeat. I am praying that this situation change!! ;)
I'm forever hopeful, despite the fact that I can feel my heart breaking.... ;)
--Hugs!!--
--Raelyn
We are lifting your sweet baby up in prayer. We are believing in Our Heavenly Father to heal her, we are asking for peace for your family. May He be glorified.
ReplyDeleteThe Bailey Family is praying in Georgia.
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine the fear you're going through tonight as you watch her. Praying for a miracle and peace and comfort for all of you as you await her surgery. God can perform miracles.
ReplyDeleteSharing again on FB to give all an opportunity to pray! Our God is a great BIG God so expect BIG things! Boss your heart Princess we can do this!
ReplyDeletePraying through tears here in south central Pennsylvania. Begging God to work a miracle this side of Heaven.
ReplyDeleteplease ask the doctors that when they look inside that maybe there is some way of getting the real heart t ostill work somehow..ask them to please be creative..most doctors do not like to get out of the medical box they are trained in..ask them to please explore any and all options..no matter what....ask them to think outside of the box!...please!...
ReplyDeleteLord please spare this angel- please!....crying in south california
is there no way to lower the pressure??..there must be...please keep asking them questions...keep pushing them...even if they don't like it..too much is at stake...there must be a way out of this..lord hear this prayer...please find an easy solution for the doctors...
ReplyDeleteI am praying very hard for Teresa's pulmonary pressure to drop and for all her organs to remain stable. Asking God to make this miracle happen and guide this surgery tomorrow in order to achieve a positive outcome. Only God is perfection and Teresa is an extension of him, therefore even in her current state, she exudes the beauty and wonder that is God. How else could she have touched the lives of so many who have joined in prayer for her.
ReplyDeleteI will continue to pray endlessly for Teresa to heal and return to the arms of her loving parents and family. Sending all my positive energy and love in your direction for an outcome that includes Teresa visiting Disney and all her favorite princesses:)
What a horrifying prospect - that she may not make it through; that she may be brought out to you so you can be together as her life draws to a close. No parent should have to endure that. No siblings should endure that either -- the photos of Teresa and Gemma break my heart. I can see how close they are -- kindred spirits. The thought of separating them forevermore on this side of heaven is heartbreaking.
ReplyDeleteWould things have been different for Teresa if she had been treated immediately after birth and during the first few years of life? Or was this situation one that was inevitable?
Whatever the case, I pray things work out and that you don't lose your little girl. I pray your Teresa pulls through.
-Em
Praying that everything will go well in the morning, that the pulmonary pressures will be where they need to be, and that the Berling heart will work fine. Will also be praying that whatever the outcome, God will give peace and comfort to you and your family. Teresa and your family have been such an inspiration to me and so many others. May you feel God's presence throughtout tonight and tomorrow and in the days ahead.
ReplyDeletePraying hard for you little princess. I know you can do it. Blessed be to you, your family and the team that keeps pulling off the little miracles.
ReplyDeleteBobbie A.
My prayers are going out to Teresa and to your family...I pray for incredible strength for Teresa to come thru the surgery successfully. No words can truly comfort you and your family...so many unknowns with the upcoming hours but I do honestly feel that prayers from around the world are lifting up Teresa and your family...God be with you all...He is there...Be the boss baby girl! You can do this!
ReplyDeleteMichele, Carlsbad NM
Praying for your little girl...here's a special poem written by A.M. Overton that may help you this evening. God bless your family and God's plan for tomorrow.
ReplyDelete"He Maketh No Mistake"
My Father's way may twist & turn,
My heart may throb and ache,
But in my soul I'm glad to I know,
He maketh no mistake.
My cherished plan may go astray,
My hopes may fade away,
But still I'll trust in my Lord to lead,
For he doth know the way.
Tho' night be dark and it may seem,
That day will never break,
I'll pin my faith, my all in Him,
He maketh no mistake.
There's so much now I cannnot see,
My eyesight far too dim,
But come what may, I'll simply trust,
And leave it all to Him.
For by and by the mist will lift,
And plain it all He'll make,
Through all the way, tho'dark to me,
He made not one mistake.
Praying for strength, for Teresa and your family.
ReplyDeleteStill praying in Michigan. We love your girl. God be with you.
ReplyDeleteThe Heath family is praying from NC. May the whole world see a miracle tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteMy heart breaks for you. Praying for a miracle for your angel and lifting you up to the One who is able to do the impossible.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful,little girl! I have a beautiful Chinese daughter as well! Praying for you,, can't imagine what you are going thru. Even more can't imagine what little Teresa is feeling. I am just two weeks post op for a valve repair ...I know what I have been thru can't believe how she must feel! Sounds like she is one strong little girl! Keeping all of you in my prayers!!!!
ReplyDeletePraying for your precious little princess. I love her and I've never met her. She reminds me so much of our daughter, Karley, who we adopted from China in 2005. Love you all and you can count on our prayers! Marsha from Illinois.
ReplyDeleteIt is already monday morning here but we are quite a few hours ahead of you so I am still praying hard. Love & prayers from Australia
ReplyDeletePraying that the peace of God be with you and that His presence surrounds you as you find out his will for your little one. Sending a hug from one mom to another too.
ReplyDeleteMy church prayer group in Ohio will be praying for Theresa (and all of her family and surgeons) early tomorrow morning - you'll all be surrounded with love and prayers from around the world. The peace of God will protect your hearts and minds. Theresa, you are so loved!!!
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can imagine this night will simultaneously crawl and fly. Know that your story and Teresa's courage and spirit have spread beyond the people who know you. All good wishes for tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteOffering it up now for you. And tomorrow morn. And for a while to come. She is heaven sent.
ReplyDeletenancy
praying for your sweet baby girl!
ReplyDeletePrayers on the way from Virginia
ReplyDeletePraying!!! Praying that what ever happens tomorrow, you have to know that you have done everything physically possible and not have any regrets. We are keeping princess Teresa in our prayers. Tomorrow is Miracle Monday. Let there be a true miracle saved for Teresa. I know the doctors and nurses will do everything possible to give Teresa her miracle. Please know how very much we truly care about your beautiful daughter. Teresa has changed this world with her innocent bubbly personality. She is a fighter. And I know she'll go into surgery tomorrow fighting as much as she can, to make tomorrow miracle Monday. Keep fighting. Keep believing. Dreams do come true!!!
ReplyDeleteI think hundreds of people are praying for Princess Teresa and her family.
ReplyDeletePraying in SD and shared on facebook.
ReplyDeleteMy heart is breaking in your pain. Prayers constantly coming your way!
ReplyDeletePraying with everything that is in me.
ReplyDeletePraying.
ReplyDeleteLord, I give you this mountain of fear that I feel inside. Sometimes life overwhelms me and I feel overcome by anxiety and doubt.
ReplyDelete*Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.*
Lord, the storms of life have come a rocked this boat I journey on. I open my heart to receive Your grace.
*Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.*
Lord, fill me with boldness to step off this shaking ship and greet you on the waters of life.
*Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.*
Lord, my feet are sinking and my heart is fearful. Lord, please save me!
*Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.*
Lord, I take Your hand and I give You the things that I am most afraid of. Teach me and show me how I can trust You more.
*Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.*
God will hear all of our prayers. He is truly great I am praying hard for all of you especially teresa
ReplyDeleteI'm still praying from France for your little princess.
ReplyDeleteWe pray for sweet Teresa and for all of you. When there are no more words to say, let the love of Jesus wash over your hearts and minds and bring you all peace. God bless you all, we pray for a full healing for little Teresa. She is an amazing child of God. Namaste.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you all from Phoenix. She is blessed to have your arms around her one way or another...feeling loved deeply. All our love...
ReplyDeleteThe Greens
Dr. Ed, I have been praying for Teresa and will continue to pray for your entire family. God gave her an amazing family to take this journey with. Sending prayers and love from my family to yours. Jane Badger
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you and your precious little Teresa! Don't give up hope!
ReplyDeletePraying with you in Indiana!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious little girl! Our family is joining yours in prayer tonight and tomorrow for God's will. We worship a healer, and a God of miracles, and while I pray that he performs miracles on this sweet daughter of his and yours, we also pray that his will be done, and that if HIS will is to take her as his angel, that he will give you all comfort in this.
ReplyDeleteLove,
The Anderson Family
What a precious little girl! Our family is joining yours in prayer tonight and tomorrow for God's will. We worship a healer, and a God of miracles, and while I pray that he performs miracles on this sweet daughter of his and yours, we also pray that his will be done, and that if HIS will is to take her as his angel, that he will give you all comfort in this.
ReplyDeleteLove,
The Anderson Family
Praying for strength for Teresa, your family and Teresa's medical team. You have said yourself that Teresa is a fighter and tomorrow will be no different. Just remember that God has His hand on your shoulder and that He is always with you. I will continue praying and sending positive thoughts.
ReplyDeleteDanielle, Weddington NC
Have a heart girl from China here too..my heart goes out to you since I also lost a birth daughter in my arms and so dont wish that on anyone...God please wrap your arms around this fmaily and help Teresa. Hugs Laurie in Ohio
ReplyDeleteYour whole family is in my prayers tonight. May the love of the Father be held deep in your hearts.
ReplyDeletePraying God gives you and Teresa and the drs.nurses. all involved what they need. I am Praying always things will go the way we want them too. Much love the Wheeless family.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful story! Praying for you from the Eastern Shore of Maryland!
ReplyDeleteAll through out the day I stop and say a prayer for little Teresa, I ask my guardian angel to stand beside you while Jesus hold's on to Teresa to carry her through this. She is just a brave little girl with so much will to live. Jesus has great things waiting for her! God bless your family and Teresa. No words can express the stress, pain and heart ache you are going through.
ReplyDeletePraying for your whole family, and for Teresa, that you would know and feel the Lord's presence every moment as Teresa's treatment continues. Asking the Lord to let you see her healing this side of glory.
ReplyDeleteHMS
Praying for all of you in PEI, Canada!
ReplyDeleteLifting Teresa and your family in my prayers. I'm sending out a message to all of my prayer warriors in the Chicago area!
ReplyDeleteWe are praying with you here in Michigan. My two girls from China are as well. My husband and I marvel at Teresa's spirit. Your posts never cease to amaze me. It's no wonder she is so special with a family like yours.
ReplyDeleteGOD is good ALL THE TIME :) Praying for a miracle for your family. Have faith & believe. GOD is good all the time.
ReplyDeletePraying in Seattle.
ReplyDeleteMay the long time sun shine upon you, all love surround you, and the pure light within you guide your way on.
ReplyDeleteWe sang this tonight as we sent love from our hearts to yours. Hannah loves Teresa, the world loves Teresa. From my mother's heart, to yours, may you find some rest. God bless your baby girl, and her siblings who miss her.
Prayers from Kentucky
ReplyDeletePraying for Teresa and her family.
ReplyDeleteMary, Atlanta,GA
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
James 1:12
Ann,
ReplyDeletePraying for the sweetest of miracles for Teresa and her precious family tomorrow!!!! God CAN do this!!!! Praying in faith that He WILL heal Teresa here so that she can continue to glorify Him through her life journey!! You have one very special little treasure! So thankful she has you!
Lifting you up in Minnesota!
Blessings,
Diana
That broke my heart when I read this. I will keep you all in my prayers.
ReplyDeletePraying and thinking of little Teresa, you all, and all those caring for her! - Dave Stanghellini & family in NY
ReplyDeleteBut God!
ReplyDeleteI'm in NY...Princess Teresa is in my prayers.....crying tears of HOPE for you all.....
ReplyDeletePrayers and love to Teresa and all of you. I, too, am the momma of a heart baby from China, a fiesty little guy who shares Teresa's zest for life and strength of spirit. Teresa is such an amazing girl and you are one incredible momma. I think of your family often and hope and pray for Teresa's full recovery. Much love to all of you.
ReplyDeletePrayin hard in Texas.
ReplyDelete-Susan E
Praying for your precious Princess... and all of you. I am in AWE of Teresa's strength and all of your family's as well.
ReplyDeletePraying very hard for sweet little Teresa... I hope she feels how very very loved she is.
ReplyDeleteWe are praying in California. Our 4 year old (adopted from China 2010) underwent 2 high risk brain surgeries last year. I know that breathless feeling. Praying for you and wishing I could hug you.
ReplyDeleteLindsey
Praying in California. We pray the Lord gives Teresa & you strength and peace no matter what His will may be.
ReplyDeletePraying hard for Teresa.
ReplyDeleteMany prayers are being lifted for your beautiful Teresa and your family. Her spirit, courage and zest for life have touched my heart. We recently adopted our daughter from China and she reminds me of your Teresa. Praying for a miracle.
ReplyDeleteI have wrote this post over and over. Nothing I say makes me feel better how can it make you feel better. I want you all to know I am praying for you all. Teresa has been in my thoughts and prayers ever since she has received the new heart. I pray she can control her pressure so the Berlin heart procedure will work. I pray for her doctors and nurses for steady hands and kind hearts. I pray for the family for strength.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you all,
Robin
in Iowa
I have not and will not stop praying for your little warrior and I have asked others to believe for this miracle also. She is completely in the hands of the LORD. He is your peace. Blessings.
ReplyDeletePraying in Seattle for this sweet baby girl. I have been following you guys for about a year and I am just aching for you. We also have an adopted Chinese daughter (home 6 months)! May God bless and guide your surgeons and may he heal Teresa! Much love, the Martinell family
ReplyDeleteWe pray for Teresa here in Sweden as well. I hope the surgery will do it. She is a strong little girl.
ReplyDeleteDear Ann,
ReplyDeleteHoping with all my heart that Teresa will come out of the operation alright and that the Berlin heart works and allow her to live on with you all.
Warm regards,
Claudia Huisman, The Netherlands
Praying for her pulmonary pressure to lower.For the doctors hands to be led by God. And for healing in Jesus name.
ReplyDeleteI am not a very religious person but I believe that there is a great and wonderful force in the universe that is listening to our spirits as we join together to pray for Teresa's health. We are all holding you and your entire family in our thoughts. Peace.
ReplyDelete6:45 am in Florida, May Jesus keep you in his arms today and not let go until you are ready to do it alone. May he give your family the strength and comfort. Please let him stand beside the medical staff today to guide them. Praying for a miracle.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSt. Gerard, who, like the Savior, loved children so tenderly and by your prayers freed many from disease and even death, listen to us who are pleading for our sick child. We thank God for the great gift of your daughter and ask him to restore our child to health if such be his holy will. This favor, we beg of you through your love for all children. Amen.
Praying for your beautiful princess and your family. May God give you healing and peace.
ReplyDeletePatty
Southern Illinois
Praying in Indiana. Praying for complete healing and that shouts of praise and songs of glory be lifted to the Father.
ReplyDeletePraying that angels are holding her hand from beginning to end, that everyone is filled with a sense of peace and calm that can only come from The Spirit.
That God guide every move by every nurse and every surgeon in the room and that His unmistakable presence will be with them.
Praying that all of you, but especially sweet Teresa will be a great tetimony to His healing power and that through you all He will further His kingdom.
Praying for strength and comfort and that every need, every worry will be met.
Thanking God that He is the Great Healer and that Jesus intercedes for us in ways we can never know. May you be showered in God's blessings!
7:14AM here in Philadelphia...Praying your Princess rules the OR. Praying for God to guide the surgeons and nurses who care for your precious girl.
ReplyDeletePraying for Teresa, you, and the medical team this morning.
ReplyDeleteAnn, Ed, Teresa and family! The surgery is probably about to start. I can't focus on much else, though in a middle of a work day. You are all in my heart today! I pray for the surgery to go well. I know it can! Hugs!!! /Anna
ReplyDeleteGod bless all of your family ... May The Lord give Teresa her miracle .... Through GOD all things are possible. hE is the way and the truth and the light. May his will be done. Sending love and strength ,,, Teresa has changed the world in her own precious way.
ReplyDeletePraying! Lord Help!
ReplyDeleteI just commented and it disappeared and now I can't focus for all the tears dripping down my cheak. She can do this. I know it. I pray for it to happen. She is needed here, live and vidid, a Prima Ballerina, right beside her Gemma! Hugs from Anna in Sweden
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you all. God will look out for Teresa.
ReplyDeleteMiMi
Praying for Teresa and your family this morning. you are all in my heart and prayers.
ReplyDeletePraying through tears for your sweet girl and family.
ReplyDeleteRobin
I have been praying for your little girl every since I heard about her situation (through a friend who also adopted a daughter from China). My family and I are thinking of you, and praying for a miracle for sweet Teresa today.
ReplyDeleteAlison Miller
Rock Hill, SC
Went to bed praying, woke up in the middle of the night praying, woke up this a.m and prayed and have been praying all morning as we start our day! Thinking of you all and praying for great things in the OR!
ReplyDeletePraying as I await your news. Praying for good news. Praying the Divine Mercy chaplet as non-stop as I can. Here's a link to an MP3 file of the Chaplet, from the Shrine in Stockbridge, Massachusetts:
ReplyDeletehttp://thedivinemercy.org/assets/downloads/MOMM_Chaplet.mp3
(Yes, the same Stockbridge as in Arlo Guthrie's Alice's Restaurant, and Norman Rockwell.)
I hope this audio file helps you pass the time as faithfully and peacefully as humanly possible given these stressful circumstances.
God bless you & keep you. We know His face shines upon you. Feel His Peace.
God bless all of your family ... May The Lord give Teresa her miracle .... Through GOD all things are possible. hE is the way and the truth and the light. May his will be done. Sending love and strength ,,, Teresa has changed the world in her own precious way.
ReplyDeletePraying for Teresa and your family. God can move mountains, and I'm praying he moves in a big way for Teresa!
ReplyDeleteTracy Brooks
Indiana
Your family has been added to our prayers here in Trussville, AL. We stand firm in believing that we can receive healing for Teresa because of the stripes that were placed on the back of our Savior. We are believing for a MIRACLE for her today!!! God is our GREAT PHYSICIAN!!!
ReplyDeletePraying for all of you in Ottawa, Canada.
ReplyDeletePRAYING SO HARD FOR THS SWEET LITTLE GIRL!
ReplyDeleteGod... Send your angels to Teresa's side to help the doctors and keep her parents filled with your love and peace through this day and after! We are praying right now for your miracle in Jesus's name.
ReplyDeletePraying for you ..
ReplyDeletePraying for Teresa and for you all!
ReplyDeletePraying for all of you this morning!
ReplyDeleteRemembering Teresa this morning and praying for all of you.
ReplyDeletePraying for a successful operation for Teresa this morning.
ReplyDeletePeace and prayers
ReplyDeletePeace and prayers
ReplyDeleteJust a "stranger" praying....
ReplyDeleteBut hopeful for all GOD can do.
To Him be the Glory today!
Ephesians 3:20-21
20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Heidi in Georgia USA
Praying here in Phila. for Teresa and all of you, her wonderful family. I have reached out to the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters at the Convent of Divine Love and they are also praying as well as everyone I know. Praying for a successful surgery and continued healing and a successful second transplant in time. May the Lord reach out His hand to Bless and heal her. Blessed Mother intercede for Teresa! Lord hear our prayer!
ReplyDeleteSo touched by your family situation, can't stop my own "mama tears" from falling. May Jesus Christ intercede for little Theresa today and hold her in His hands. Praying without ceasing for you all.
ReplyDeleteHeather in N. Ca
Can't stop thinking about all of you. Alayna wore a tiara to camp today in honor of Teresa. Praying for a good outcome. ~Cindy R.
ReplyDeleteFrom my devotions this morning:
ReplyDelete"Prayer is the slender nerve that moves the muscle of omnipotence."
And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up.
The prayer of a righteous person as it is working.
James 5:15
Thinking and praying for you all it's almost 9:00am and my mind is thinking about sweet princess Teresa.
ReplyDeleteRobin
In Iowa
El Roi - The God Who Sees
ReplyDeleteHe sees you. He knows all about you and your situation. He will never leave you nor forsake you! He's still in the miracle making business, too!!!
We're thinking of Teresa, her family, and her medical team on this morning. Teresa completely captured our hearts over the course of one week and we have been lifting her up in prayer ever since. We're sending hope and love your way.
ReplyDeleteTonya & Barry, NYC
10:25 am in Florida: Still Praying! I keep thinking of you and your family.
ReplyDeleteKeeping all of you in my prayers here in Florida... May God give you strength, comfort, and peace as you face the coming hours and days, whatever they are to bring.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your home and your love with Teresa (I know what kind of sacrifices that entails, one of my sister's children has special needs & was adopted from China), and thank you for sharing her beautiful spirit with the world through this blog.
The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm. Exodus 14:14
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for y'all today!
Ann....
ReplyDeleteMe again. I just posted this on my Blog today {Hopefully you don't mind!!} we are all continuously praying for Teresa. Do, please, keep us updated on her Berlin heart operation's outcome....
Peace.
--Raelyn
Prayers going up for Teresa and your family from VA. As an adoptive mom to 2 amazing kiddos from China (soon to be 3!), I know the strength and spirit they have and it is remarkable. May that strength and God's hand guide Teresa through this surgery. Will be praying all day for you.
ReplyDeletePraying for you in Florida!! The St. Lucie Co. Sheriff's Office Prayer Group is lifting you up.
ReplyDeleteThe Court Security deputies are wearing tiaras in your honor.
Lt. Troy Church
have been praying all night - woke every hour to pray for your family, praying you through this morning. We serve an AWESOME GOD!
ReplyDeleteMy heart is with you all this morning- loving thoughts for this surgery. Fight Teresa- you are a strong princess!!!
ReplyDeleteIt'a 12 noon.,,praying praying praying. Praying for her pulmonary pressure to lower.For the doctors hands to be led by God. Judy in Florida.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for the loss of beautiful Teresa. My Prayers are with you
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