Laura continues this pattern of slow and marginal daily gains. We are still praying for and waiting patiently for functional changes. Functional would include such things as talking, eating solid foods, distinct and controlled arm and/or leg movements, and more (basically, anything that is valuable in improving one’s quality of life or ability to obtain independence). What has been improving with Laura? Her head movement and control is impressively developing. We believe that she is beginning to answer questions by shaking or nodding her head. Laura has difficulty with nodding yes, because if her head moves too far forward, it falls to her chest. She then has trouble summoning the strength to move it back into the correct position. However, she is getting close and her increased strength and control is impressive. This head control could lead to distinct certainties regarding her ability to answer questions, further leading to definite communication. With God’s blessings, a development such as this could lead to a future (hopefully soon) move to an acute rehabilitation program. Continue to believe for that and believe in Laura. She is working incredibly hard. She gives me goose bumps!

We are elated at your choice to follow Laura’s journey in Spirit and Truth; and it definitely is a choice. God’s Word works on and through your Spirits in order to transform your flesh. The Spirit (inner man) through His Word changes and renews your flesh (outer man). This real principle makes drastic changes in your character, demeanor, and overall attitude. We know it is life changing, as the old is replaced by the new. We are born again! Two difficulties remain for our natural minds. First, this process never ends. We are constantly renewed and transformed through circumstances and experiences. This is our faith walk. Secondly, we must choose this path. God works on and with the Spirit to change the flesh, not through the flesh to get to the Spirit. That is Satan’s role! What is surrounding your Spirit, a wall or a doorway?

WAIT AND HOPE FOR AND EXPECT THE LORD; BE BRAVE AND OF GOOD COURAGE AND LET YOUR HEART BE STOUT AND ENDURING. (Psalm 27:14)

We love you,
Jeff and Laura Laughlin