#4 - Miracle




Last night everyone following our story witnessed a true miracle. Words cannot express our gratitude for all the prayers said on Sarah’s behalf during those crucial 2 hours of watching and waiting. The response to our urgent call for prayers was overwhelming. And they worked. A miracle occurred. Sarah’s doctor told us that amputation of her legs at the hip was very likely. The muscles in her thighs had started to die from lack of blood flow and they weren’t sure if they would be able to save them. We asked for prayers to save as much of her legs as possible so that she can live the rest of her mortal life as comfortable as possible. Thousands of you prayed. God heard you and he answered. We are beyond grateful to all of you for this miracle.  

Sarah's surgery went well. They performed a double amputation of her legs at the knee. They removed some dead tissue from her thigh muscles and will continue to monitor them for blood flow and viability. We are definitely not out of the woods though and she may need to go back in later today to go a bit higher on the left side. Waiting to see what they decide to do later today... Please continue to pray for her thigh muscles to stay healthy.

Thanks again for all your prayers and support! We will keep the updates coming. 


Comments

  1. Ashley BennionAugust 1, 2020 at 9:30 AM

    Praying so hard! ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
    - Ashley Bennion family

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  2. MekelleAugust 1, 2020 at 11:27 AM

    We are praying for you guys!
    -Jake and Mekelle Sorensen

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  3. JT&Diane SoterAugust 1, 2020 at 12:14 PM

    Praying for Sarah, she is such a great person!

    Mr. Soter

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  4. AshleyAugust 1, 2020 at 12:18 PM

    Praying for her legs, for comfort, peace and strength.

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  5. grannycloggerAugust 1, 2020 at 12:31 PM

    Praying with gratitude that her life was spared and that the surgery was successful and less radical than anticipated. Praying for healing, comfort, and love for Sarah.

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  6. Worthington FamilyAugust 1, 2020 at 1:02 PM

    Praying for your Sweet Sarah❤️

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  7. Brenda SkinnerAugust 1, 2020 at 1:46 PM

    Sarah,

    I don’t know you but I knew Theron Watson from work years ago.

    You hang in there girl! My thoughts are with you today, I’m praying I can take some of that pain away from you and carry it for you....and that your body will heal in due time. Time is your best friend- be patience- because miraculous things will happen in your life, you’ll be a light to others-Our Savior is with you and those doctors who are helping you.. smile �� because your loved by so many- sadden days will come, but you’ll find your happy place to continue to serve others.. remember be patient with yourself/ You are beautiful and precious in Heavenly Father and our Saviors eyes, they love you so much. I bless you to be brave and strong and strive in all things..that in due time the healing of your body will heal and your heart ❤️ will heal- allow others to serve you and enjoy them- bless your family with love and patience and wealth so they can take care of your needs- In theses things I faithfully ask and prayer to our dear Savior and Heavenly Father....

    Amen ��

    Sending my love and hope

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  8. annetteraeAugust 1, 2020 at 2:35 PM

    Expect Miracles! This has been our motto since a dear friend fell into a coma during routine oral surgery. After so many prayers on her behalf, a week later she is at home and rehabilitating. She still has a ways to go to regain her brain function but she is a fighter. You can do it too Sarah! It might be hard work but you have so much support surrounding you.

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  9. UnknownAugust 1, 2020 at 3:03 PM

    Keep going!!!! We will keep praying for all of you!!!

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