Mike completed, what we hope to be, his last surgery. Skin was taken from his thigh on his right leg and moved do to cover his burns in his heel. The doctors said everything looks good and it should be about a week to 10 days for the skin to take and to heal. He was up having lunch when I got the news so it sounds like he is doing pretty good.
PS. His voice is sounding a lot better as well!
41 comments:
Congratuations on all your successful surgeries. That's enough now, okay! You're thought of continually & prayer for as often. With love as always...
Hi Mike and Family..
So good to hear that all went well. We send our prayers for your continued strength and determination.
Love, Cindy P.
M dawg,
A little 'thigh' to help you 'heel'!!
Excited to hear the surgery went well.
Thinking of you,
Leanne
Hey Mike
Congrats on the Surgery, and sounding more like yourself!
My prayers everyday,
Britney in MI
Hey Mike
So glad to hear that your surgery went well. I hope that your heel "heals". LOL Hope you keep getting better.
God Bless,
-Julie-Anne :)
Glad to hear surgery went well. Still prayerfully petitioning for lots of great things for you guys.
Take care
Laurie McDonald
so happy to hear the good news...still prayin for you and the barker family
><> gina-louise <><
Progress ... slow but sure.
It was good to see you Mike. You are an amazing guy. Keep up those spirits and take time to heal that heel!!!
Hugs
awesome news about the surgery!
we are coninuing to pray for you, for the quick healing of this (hopefully last) surgery and for your strength.
keep it up!
christy
Mike,
good to hear that your doing better. and that your surgeries are done. hope all goes well for you in the future and we all cant wait to see you again in LLB.
Kaitlin
I hope you know you're bring prayed for (almost) daily. And no worries. Next time I'm there I'll bring X3 with me :)
>>>Michael
Hey Mike and family,
I'm still praying constantly for you guys. May God's strength and peace continue to carry you. Sounds like your doing good Mike, glad to hear your voice is coming back.
Terri-Lynn
Hi Mike & Family.
Just want to say we're glad to hear your surgery went well Mike. But also - that you guys are awesome, the way you've pulled together as a family.
I think we've been praying for you pretty well everyday. Our hearts go out to you. Isn't God so awesome though, the way He watches over us at times like this?
Would like to leave Psalm 91: 1 & 2 with you: "He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in Him will I trust."
I am in awe at such an outpouring for (who must be) an amazing young man! This is so great to see.
A big thank-you to Micheal's grandparents for inviting me to post my blog. I am honored to be able to send my best wishes and offer my assistance to Micheal and his family. The Canadian Paraplegic Assoc.(Alberta)is here to answer any questions or lend a hand. :) Take Care.
Max now has the head of a bear and the body of a rat.
Thought you’d like to know.
HaHa love ya
Hi Mike
Just wanted you to know we are praying for you in Tulsa, Oklahoma,USA
Love and Get Well Soon!!!!
Hey Mike,
Wow God is good huh? I am so excited to hear about the progress that you are making and I am just so thankful that God has given you such an amazing family to be with you through this time. Neil, Brenda, Matt, Steve,and Lori you have been such a suport though this time. I am continually keeping you in all my thoughts and prayers.
In Him....
hey mike i am glad it went smoothly and hang in there take care
sherraz
mike,
great news on the success of this final surgery!
still praying,
noreen
Hi MIke, sorry its been a while since my last comment. I'm still thinking about you. My class is quietly writing a test right now, so I thought I'd take the time to drop you a note. It sounds like all of the physio will be tough work, but it doesn't surprise me that you're putting everything you have into it. By the end, you should have arms that'll make the women drool :o)
Keep up the hard work, it'll pay off (just like school). I'm hopeful that things will go more smoothly for you now that surgery is done and that the pain will begin to subside.
Keep smiling!
-Mr. Parsons
Hey Mikey: Have been thinking about you often. It was so great to see you last week even if you were buzzed and said "I LOVE YOU" while under the influence... I"ll take it anyway I can. No more surgeries, you know they say... anaesthetic causes hair loss and while you know I am partial to bald men (I was forced to say that), I'd hate for you to lose your tall, dark and handsome status.
Seriously though I am praying for you and thinking of you often. Song for today... and while you work so hard on physio...(It's an oldie, definitely not your generation so you may have to have mom sing it to you - hi Brenda)
DAY BY DAY AND WITH EACH PASSING MOMENT
STRENGTH I FIND TO MEET MY TRIALS HERE
TRUSTING IN MY FATHER'S WISE BESTOWMENT
I'VE NO CAUSE FOR WORRY OR FOR FEAR
HE WHO'S HEART IS KIND BEYOND ALL MEASURE
GIVES UNTO EACH DAY WHAT HE DEEMS BEST
LOVINGLY IT'S PART OF PAIN AND PLEASURE
MINGLING TOIL WITH PEACE AND REST.
EVERY DAY THE LORD HIMSELF IS NEAR (YOU) WITH A SPECIAL MERCY FOR EACH HOUR
ALL (YOUR) CARES HE FAIN WOULD BEAR AND CHEER (YOU) HE WHOSE NAME IS COUNSELOR AND POWER
THE PROTECTION OF HIS CHID AND TREASURE (that's you Mike)
IS A CHARGE THAT ON HIMSELF HE LAID
"AS THY DAYS, THY STRENGTH SHALL BE IN MEASURE" THIS THE PLEDGE TO YOU (Michael and family) HE MADE.
He has promised to be with you each step of this journey.
God Bless You during this hard and often frustrating struggle. I love you all!! SHERYL
Mike,
Your Grandma told me the good news about your fingers and the control you've had. Your surgery went well! It's only the begining. Praise God! Keep up the good work! We'll continue to pray.
Wanda Lawrence and Dezi
Hey mike,
Glad to hear you had a successfull surgery!! Don't be discouraged when you question God, I don't think we will ever know all the answers. God knew what He was doing when He brought you to this experience. God's speed for recovery, Britney
Mike,
I just finished bribing my Math 20's with old halloween candy. It reminds me of the days when you would win the "moldy green candy". Come to think of it that was the only way I could keep you awake back in grade 10.(don't worry, I won't tell your mom you used to nap in class) My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Meyer
Hi Mike, Brenda, Neil, and family, So good to read all the comments each day (or sometimes a few times a day). I have extra time on my hands these days so often go to your site. Today the sun is shining here and hopefully for you too. I continue to come before our awesome creator and healer and request, through His best will, that He will give you miraculous healing - the kind that baffles our medical system and encourages us all to boldly walk with Him. It good to know that so many people are part of God's humungous family and they ALL love you and pray for you through all your times - good and bad - each day. Sending hugs your way. Brenda and Neil, keep up being the best parents there could be with your encouragments and laughter and understanding. Man, what an experience you are encountering - God must have great plans for you to minister to His world. We love you guys so much.
Love, prayers, and blessings to you all, Dorothy and Geoff
Mike,
So happy to hear this last surgery is over and went well. Keep on looking up for your support. We will continue to pray and ask for Gods healing for you.
Susan
Hey mike,
I continually pray that God is watching over you and that heaven is rejoicing in all these accomplishments over the past week. You are a living miracle to so many, so keep shining!! Don't be discouraged when the going gets tough. Remember to get the tough moving out. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade (yum).
In Christ,
Brit in MI
Hey Mike,
Hope you're ready for another visit from me. Or maybe you might decide to tell the nurse to kick me out when I come. Regardless, I hope you're better now that you've seen Max. I heard he's super bald now and constantly cold.
Love, Ashleigh
Mike and family, glad to hear the surgery went well. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
Nieuwoudt's
Hey Mike
Glad to hear things went well! Keep going strong! Still thinking about you and praying for you.
Jessica Gaberel
yo mike i will be in the hospital tomorow with my dad anything you need? ill be there all day.
your brother should have my email if not it is in my blog.
Psalm 142:7a --"Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise Thy name..."
Michael's soul is not in prison, Lord, but I pray that You would bring him through this valley and make him strong through it, and that he would be able to praise You and give You glory in the end result, whatever it is. That You would be seen in this, and that people would be drawn to You.
Thank-You that his surgery went well. Have Your hand on his burns, and help him heal quickly please, without infection or other complications.
Thank-You that his voice is returning!
~Psalm 6:9~
Hi Mike,
Jill here again. My small group and I continue to pray for you, and it's encouraging to see these successes in surgery.
I've heard some great things about the Glenrose!
Hey Mike
Im happy to hear your surgery went well!!
~Brittany
Mike,
You probably dont remember me. I'm Vonettes sister Danae.I just wanted you to know we've been praying for you!
-Danae Ruskowsky
Hey bro
Just wanted to let you know that I will be in to visit some time tomorrow. Glad to hear that the surgery went well
-JD
Micheal
So good to hear that you are able to start doing some physio. I'm sure that even though it hurts and gets frustrating, you have some control back in your life. I'm hoping and praying for your healing to go well. I'm sure you will be able to teach me things about your care. I believe that you have a fighting spirit and will do well. You and your family remain in our prayers. Remember - Jesus loves you and so do we. Take care Shelly
HEY MIKE
im so happy to hear that your surgery went well, and that that is the last one that will have, thats so awesome buddy. look how far you've made it in such a short time. im really proud of you and im keeping up with the prayers. so keep on going strong.
Love you Lots
Sum
hey mike,
keep on going strong. Praying for your recovery and therapy ahead.
In Christ,
Britz in MI
Hey Barker's
Praying that God will give you some peace and grace in this time of trial. All of us will continue praying and God will give you all you need to get through this. He is the miracle maker!
Philippians 4:6&7
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God, which trancends all understanding, will gaurd your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus"
He never said it would be easy, but He will give you all you need!
Blessings,
Susan Hawkes
hello i hope you get better adn i am praying for you every nite . adn hopping that every day is a better one.
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