Writing tonight for Mel...from her mom

To all of Melanie's readers, she has asked me to post a brief note for her.

Some of you already know Melanie has never completely recovered from that month-long stay in the hospital in November. She averages about one good day a week, if she is fortunate. Such is her life with this vicious intruder called lupus. She has been quite ill since last Tuesday but has not wanted to return to the hospital. However, having been unable to tolerate any solid food for days now, she had no choice. She has been admitted this evening and they first sent her to Cardiology to look at her heart, then lungs, then checking for any newly formed bloodclots. They were able to get the IV in on first stick, which is truly a miracle, given the condition of her veins. We're praising God for that! She will have many tests and consults in the hours ahead of her. She is dehydrated, is experiencing nausea and severe pain. They have fluids running wide open and are doing their best to get her pain under control. I'm praying that they can get this lupus flare calmed before it sends her into renal failure again.

You all know she always puts on her brave face for everyone. However, as her mom, I will tell you that Melanie really needs a miracle. I trust each of you will remember her in prayer.
Thank you,
Becky