Ok, so by now you have all heard this new song. It states "Work like its up to me, and pray like its up to him." What a powerful message.
This weekend we were privledged enough to go to our Allen family reunion. This is to honor Jaque's great great grandma on my mom's side. Grannie Lee. Although Jaque never got the chance to meet her, her love and genuine selflessness was evident in the stories that we all gathered around to share. We had 40+ just on our side there. What a testimony to the life that she created in our grandmother Christine and her children, Ladonna Lola Linda and Rodney.
Our lives touch so many in ways that we do not even realize. When we arrived at Ardmore, tears filled Uncle Dee's eyes. I had forgotten how far Jaque has come. I had forgotten that so many lay and wait to see. He had been waiting and praying. I am sure there were so many others that had and are still, but Uncle Dee...Strong as he was stood weeping at the sight of her.
As he held me and hugged me, I said, Uncle Dee it will be alright. God knows what he is doing, and in his time, she will be ok. I kind of got tickled as some of the family sit and watched the way she manuvered. She just strolled along, popping wheelies! Giving them all a heart attack. As she stood tall in the pool, Lindsey, Kyle, Deanna, and Ashley just glowed with pride. And there she was, smiling wanting papa and grandma to see. She is tall -- yep, still taller than Deanna, but not by much.
I must say that our crazy family is really the greatest. We very rarely see eachother, but could not shut up when together. I miss not making ball games or school plays, but a real family knows that our love is unconditional. Our love for one another looks past differences (even as hard as they are sometimes) and knows that we are all linked for a reason.
It was wonderful seeing Grannie Chris's headstone. I thought for a moment how beautiful that she must look...above us, keeping watch. I thought how she too must weep for Jaque. Jaque got that "TOUGH OLD BIRD" from her for sure.
Then I bet she got tickled seeing Jaque driving her little rascal all over the cemetary. Cody walked Eddie, so he too was a part of it all.
So, my original statement. Work like its up to me.........Work at life, love, friendship, and family because it is all up to us. No one owes us anything. The Lord gave us the ability to Seize the moment, so DO IT.
Pray like its up to Him. It really is. And I can promise that if you pray, you will not only sleep better at night, but you will have unwaviering hope in knowing that the Lord has a plan for your life.
God has something great in store for Jaque. Just grab ahold and enjoy the ride with her. All too soon she will be going at full steam, and we will feel the wind in our hair. God Bless you today, and if you are thinking about giving up on a problem, pray to God that he show you the way. Have the courage to listen.
Love you all!
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Thursday, January 31, 2008
Haworth benefit for Jaque
I received this email from Audie Smith regarding a benefit dinner they had for Jaque.
This is the article they are putting in the Haworth paper. I wanted to share this with everyone.
A benefit for Jaque Hall, Haworth juniior, was held in Haworth on January 29, 2008. Haworth Athletics in conjunction with several school and community organizations as well as Bokhoma Masonic Lodge #249 and Goodwater Masonic Lodge #148 helped raise approximately $16,000. Haworth cafeteria staff, students, faculty, and several community members prepared the delicious meal and donated numerous desserts that were sold by silent auction during the chili suppper and live auction during the games.
Members and sponsors of Haworth Athletics, art club, FFA, FCCLA, yearbook staff, track team, FCA, quiz bowl, drama club, Spanish club, 4-H and many other volunteers worked diligently to organize and participate in this fund raising event. Both Masonic Lodges were well represented. These organizations along with auctioneer,Kevin Sain, assisted by Brad Raney, Elton Cooke, Masonic Lodge members and Haworth Cheerleaders were instrumental in the auctions" sucess. All Haworth, several Idabel and surrounding area businesses, including some from Arkansas and Texas donated items and/or money. Several co-workers of Chris and Carol were in attendance or made donations to the Jaque Hall Benefit.
Wright City displayed support in many ways. The Wright City girls' team and cheerleaders wore green ribbons to honor Jaque while the faculty, students, fans, administrators, coaching staff, and referees made generous donations or attended the chili supper. Since Jaque's accident, numerous schools from Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas have shown support with phone calls, cards, emails and donations.
Jaque was transferred Thursday to Atlanta, Georgia for rehabilitation at Shephard's Center, a facility that specializes in spinal cord injury.
The Hall family extends their appreciation for the communication and monetary support they have received. They especially appreciate the endless prayers that have been said for Jaque's recovery. They know that they are truly Blessed.
Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and cousins would also like to thank everyone May God Bless each and everyone of you.
This is the article they are putting in the Haworth paper. I wanted to share this with everyone.
A benefit for Jaque Hall, Haworth juniior, was held in Haworth on January 29, 2008. Haworth Athletics in conjunction with several school and community organizations as well as Bokhoma Masonic Lodge #249 and Goodwater Masonic Lodge #148 helped raise approximately $16,000. Haworth cafeteria staff, students, faculty, and several community members prepared the delicious meal and donated numerous desserts that were sold by silent auction during the chili suppper and live auction during the games.
Members and sponsors of Haworth Athletics, art club, FFA, FCCLA, yearbook staff, track team, FCA, quiz bowl, drama club, Spanish club, 4-H and many other volunteers worked diligently to organize and participate in this fund raising event. Both Masonic Lodges were well represented. These organizations along with auctioneer,Kevin Sain, assisted by Brad Raney, Elton Cooke, Masonic Lodge members and Haworth Cheerleaders were instrumental in the auctions" sucess. All Haworth, several Idabel and surrounding area businesses, including some from Arkansas and Texas donated items and/or money. Several co-workers of Chris and Carol were in attendance or made donations to the Jaque Hall Benefit.
Wright City displayed support in many ways. The Wright City girls' team and cheerleaders wore green ribbons to honor Jaque while the faculty, students, fans, administrators, coaching staff, and referees made generous donations or attended the chili supper. Since Jaque's accident, numerous schools from Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas have shown support with phone calls, cards, emails and donations.
Jaque was transferred Thursday to Atlanta, Georgia for rehabilitation at Shephard's Center, a facility that specializes in spinal cord injury.
The Hall family extends their appreciation for the communication and monetary support they have received. They especially appreciate the endless prayers that have been said for Jaque's recovery. They know that they are truly Blessed.
Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and cousins would also like to thank everyone May God Bless each and everyone of you.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Physical Therapy
Jaque is getting stronger and looking better everyday. Today her physical therapist Bryan stood her up with the tilt table and supports. She tolerated well. While standing she played poker with her therapist, mom and dad.
After using the tilt table she was assisted in a wheel chair and was escorted all around the hosp. She has been down to PICU to visit all of her nurses that took care of her when she first got here. Jaque also had to show off her Micheal Jordan high tops that her Grandma Ladonna and Grandma Kay got for her. They were amazed at how good she looked and how far she has come.Her favorite spot of the hospital was the gift shop. She enjoyed looking at all the stuffed animals.
Jaques' spirits are good. She is looking forward to going to Atlanta to start her road to get home. She knows she has to start at first base then travel to second, on around to third and finally slide into home (Haworth).
We feel Jaque with her positive attitude, determination and God by her side as he has been thus far, that she will succeed with record time.
Jaque was glad to see everyone that has visited her, and wrote emails to her. She wanted me to let everyone know she is missing everyone and wants to get back to school to see all her friends and teachers and especially back to Haworth cafe to have her Jaque special.
We are off to Atlanta for sure Thursday. Please continue to pray for her a speedy recovery, and also remember her mom and dad.
Jaque also had someone call about the benefit ballgame, chilli supper and auction. She was so excited.
Jaque says thank you to everyone for all your love and continued support.
Ps Please continue to email her. She loves to hear from y'all. She may not be able to answer your emails yet but we will keep everyone up to date with her progress.
After using the tilt table she was assisted in a wheel chair and was escorted all around the hosp. She has been down to PICU to visit all of her nurses that took care of her when she first got here. Jaque also had to show off her Micheal Jordan high tops that her Grandma Ladonna and Grandma Kay got for her. They were amazed at how good she looked and how far she has come.Her favorite spot of the hospital was the gift shop. She enjoyed looking at all the stuffed animals.
Jaques' spirits are good. She is looking forward to going to Atlanta to start her road to get home. She knows she has to start at first base then travel to second, on around to third and finally slide into home (Haworth).
We feel Jaque with her positive attitude, determination and God by her side as he has been thus far, that she will succeed with record time.
Jaque was glad to see everyone that has visited her, and wrote emails to her. She wanted me to let everyone know she is missing everyone and wants to get back to school to see all her friends and teachers and especially back to Haworth cafe to have her Jaque special.
We are off to Atlanta for sure Thursday. Please continue to pray for her a speedy recovery, and also remember her mom and dad.
Jaque also had someone call about the benefit ballgame, chilli supper and auction. She was so excited.
Jaque says thank you to everyone for all your love and continued support.
Ps Please continue to email her. She loves to hear from y'all. She may not be able to answer your emails yet but we will keep everyone up to date with her progress.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Jaque updat
Jaque got another step. Moved upstairs to 5th floor. Awaiting for a bed in Atlanta, Georgia so she can begin her next step forward. Jaque wants to thank everyone for coming to see her, all the prayers and gifts. She says she loves everyone. See y'all soon.
Monday, January 21, 2008
Jaque's progress
We are so excited to update everyone of Jaque's progress. For those of you who don't know, we've already received several miracles.
-- 1st, the fact she even survived such a severe back injury
-- 2nd, her collapsed lung is repairing itself and expected to completely heal
-- 3rd, her back surgery was sucessful and (contrary to all the previous test results
indicating her spinal cord had been severed) the surgery revealed her spinal cord is
actually intact! THIS IS TRULY A WONDERFUL BLESSING!!
The doctors are amazed at how many life-threatening obstacles Jaque has overcome. We all believe she has received an actual miracle healing sent from God. Although she still has a long way to go, we feel confident her faith, strong will, rentlentless determination and positive attitude will help her through the hard journey ahead.
The support of all our family and friends (and the multitude of other people each of you reached out to) have truly helped us during this difficult time. We feel God heard ALL our prayers and has answered them! Thank you for increasing our outreach of faith.
Your continued standing on God's Word that Jaque will receive a complete healing is genuinely appreciated.
Jermiah 30:17
-- 1st, the fact she even survived such a severe back injury
-- 2nd, her collapsed lung is repairing itself and expected to completely heal
-- 3rd, her back surgery was sucessful and (contrary to all the previous test results
indicating her spinal cord had been severed) the surgery revealed her spinal cord is
actually intact! THIS IS TRULY A WONDERFUL BLESSING!!
The doctors are amazed at how many life-threatening obstacles Jaque has overcome. We all believe she has received an actual miracle healing sent from God. Although she still has a long way to go, we feel confident her faith, strong will, rentlentless determination and positive attitude will help her through the hard journey ahead.
The support of all our family and friends (and the multitude of other people each of you reached out to) have truly helped us during this difficult time. We feel God heard ALL our prayers and has answered them! Thank you for increasing our outreach of faith.
Your continued standing on God's Word that Jaque will receive a complete healing is genuinely appreciated.
Jermiah 30:17
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Surgery Day
SURGERY WENT GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jeremiah 30:17 For I will restore health unto thee and I will heal thee of they wounds saith the Lord...........
That is truly Jaques scripture. Most of you have already heard of Jaque's miracle today. We are so blessed to be able to serve such a mighty God. With the help of every ones prayers and standing in faith God has been here tonight and has shown us he is faithful if we only believe. Our Jaque is a very strong and gifted child of God. We are so very proud of her and the gift God has given her to make a difference in this crazy world we live in. I believe that Jaque will stand strong for God, for he has an important and very special plan for her life here on this earth. As he does for all of his children. My sweet Jaque we are here for you all the way. Let's make it a HOMERUN!!! God will NEVER give us more than we can endure. He allows us to make our own choices and then he always sees us through our mistakes. God only allows us to go through the valley's to strengthen our walk with him. For we are not here on this earth for us, we are here on this earth to serve our King of Kings. The Lord of all the heaven and earth. My family has been through quit a strom but our love for the Lord just gets stronger. Jaque has a long road ahead of her but with Gods love and grace she will surpass all the obstacles. Please continue to pray not only for Jaque and my family but also remember to pray for those that are right beside you each and every day. Thank you all for your prayers, love, and compassion for my family. If you every need a prayer partner know you can count on us. We love you all very much. May God bless each of you as we live our lives for him.
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