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Saturday, April 12, 2008

Movin' on up!

Tricia is moving today out of ICU!

Thanks to the ICU staff who have taken her out of surgery to the place now where she is breathing on her own, is infection free and doing so very well.

Moving to the step down unit is one more big step toward healing, recovery and coming home!

Rick Lawrenson
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  1. Danielle in MOApril 12, 2008 at 10:18 AM

    Thats the best news!!! Praise God!!

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  2. MarsmileApril 12, 2008 at 10:19 AM

    Way to go, Tricia!!! :-D

    Marissa :-)

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  3. MadMaude53April 12, 2008 at 10:21 AM

    Wow. How wonderful. The girls will be home before you know it. So much to be thankful for!

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  4. BeebeApril 12, 2008 at 10:23 AM

    GLAD TO HEAR TRICIA IS DONG WELL :)

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  5. Matt and CristinApril 12, 2008 at 10:24 AM

    Yeah for you guys!! Good job Tricia!!! You rock girl! Keep up the good work! Still praying for continued health and speedy recovery! You are strong and have the FOG (Favor Of God!) all around you! Have a great weekend in your new room!!!

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  6. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 10:24 AM

    Thats wonderful news!

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  7. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 10:25 AM

    Congradulations to all! This is phenomenal. I cannot wait for the day when we see the post that says Tricia and Gwyneth get to go home. It will come so fast!

    -Andrea in China

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  8. UnknownApril 12, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    yay!!!

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  9. JennApril 12, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    Wow...that's awesome news!!!!

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  10. Seth, Jen, Hannah, Cailyn, and IsaacApril 12, 2008 at 10:29 AM

    Woo hoo!!!

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  11. Amaya PerezApril 12, 2008 at 10:29 AM

    Just the news I wanted to hear! Woohooo!

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  12. NoraApril 12, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Praise God!!!

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  13. Tammy CApril 12, 2008 at 10:35 AM

    Great news!!

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  14. CorinneApril 12, 2008 at 10:36 AM

    Yay! Praise God! Three cheers to getting sprung from the ICU.

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  15. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 10:36 AM

    Woohoo, what a terrific update!

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  16. AndriaApril 12, 2008 at 10:37 AM

    Hooray for great news!

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  17. MishaApril 12, 2008 at 10:38 AM

    Yeeba Haba!

    That is great news!!
    Now back to pressure washing my house.

    Gwyneth's Great Uncle Andy

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  18. Blessings From AboveApril 12, 2008 at 10:39 AM

    So glad to hear the wonderful news!!! Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow.

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  19. AngelaApril 12, 2008 at 10:40 AM

    Congratulations Tricia! You will be home with your little girl before you know it!

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  20. Sarah & BradleyApril 12, 2008 at 10:41 AM

    Thank you Jesus!! That is tremendous news!

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  21. SylvieApril 12, 2008 at 10:41 AM

    This is great!! :)

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  22. ElizabethApril 12, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    Yipee!! Great news. Keep it up. We are still praying for a speedy recovery. I can't wait to find out when you get to walk outside to breathe fresh air....what an exciting day that will be.

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  23. CoffespazApril 12, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    Brilliant, brilliant news!!! What a great way to start the weekend. Thanks for keeping us posted Rick, hugs to everyone. We'll keep praying.

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  24. ShelleyApril 12, 2008 at 10:46 AM

    Praise God! Keep healing Tricia!

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  25. NadineApril 12, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    Yeah!
    A real answer to prayer...
    Best news this morning
    Praise God!

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  26. KristiApril 12, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    AWESOME!!! Praying that she continues to amaze and inspire those around her! We're still praying in Alabama!! Much love - Bamagirl!!!

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  27. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    Yippie!

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  28. laurieApril 12, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    Rejoicing with you. Praying that your girls continue to grow in strength and health.

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  29. MillicentApril 12, 2008 at 10:50 AM

    That is awesome!! God is so good!

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  30. jenrayApril 12, 2008 at 10:51 AM

    Way to go Tricia!
    One step closer to going home. Praying that everyone continues to do well.
    Jen
    steadfastministry.com

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  31. SheilaApril 12, 2008 at 10:51 AM

    Wonderful news! Way to go Tricia! Somebody already said these words that I'm singing in my mind: Praise God from whom all blessings flow...

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  32. BeverlyApril 12, 2008 at 10:52 AM

    Hooray for all!

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  33. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 10:55 AM

    What great news! Praise God!!

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  34. LApril 12, 2008 at 10:55 AM

    How wonderful. I am amazed at the power of modern medicine, and the grace of God.

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  35. BabaApril 12, 2008 at 10:55 AM

    wow.. great news .. I am clapping my hands with joy..Give them my best..

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  36. ShariApril 12, 2008 at 11:02 AM

    That is wonderful!! I needed some good news today.

    God is Good!

    Shari NC

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  37. Patty HoneycuttApril 12, 2008 at 11:03 AM

    Yeah!!!!!

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  38. marciaApril 12, 2008 at 11:03 AM

    Praise the Lord! Wonderful news!

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  39. Our Two Blessings From AboveApril 12, 2008 at 11:04 AM

    Great news!
    Have a wonderful day.

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  40. CarmenApril 12, 2008 at 11:11 AM

    That's great news :)

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  41. BethApril 12, 2008 at 11:12 AM

    Woo hoo!!! God is so good!a

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  42. Barbara Metcalf Bella Vista, ArkansasApril 12, 2008 at 11:15 AM

    Praise the Lord!!! What an answer to prayer this is. I'm so happy for you all. It won't be long now until you're all home again.

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  43. Becky in VAApril 12, 2008 at 11:19 AM

    Life is Good!!

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  44. LeeApril 12, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    WOOHOO! Good job, Tricia and all the Duke staff! Good job Nate, Tricia's Mom and all the rest of the family for being such an incredible support sytem! And GREAT job Gwyneth for giving Mommy a GREAT reason to keep fighting so hard to come home! GOD IS SO GOOD!

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  45. ErinApril 12, 2008 at 11:26 AM

    The most wonderful news!!

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  46. KellyApril 12, 2008 at 11:26 AM

    That is fantastic! She will get much better rest which will be so good for continued recovery. Thanks for the update.

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  47. Queen MommyApril 12, 2008 at 11:27 AM

    That is AWESOME news! I'll keep praying the rest of her recovery is smooth and quick, and that the blessings from above keep flowing!

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  48. JWApril 12, 2008 at 11:28 AM

    Way to go, Tricia! We're celebrating with you and praying for the day you and Gwyneth can go home!

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  49. mom nana nelsonApril 12, 2008 at 11:28 AM

    Tricia,
    the world...i know the world might sound a lil' much, but it is true... "watched" as you were building strength for the transplant, as Gwyneth Rose was born, while you were in the medical induced coma, as you were brought out of it, again while you built up strength for the transplant, all the while watching Gwyneth build her strength and grow...
    With each person around the world praying for you, Gwyneth & Nathan
    your families, donor & family, each day we witness miracles happiness, so many answered prayers you have to witness it to truly beleive it...
    I don't recall a day when there WAS NOT...a glimmer of good news - there was always something to hold onto,

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  50. mom nana nelsonApril 12, 2008 at 11:31 AM

    to finish my post above that some how got away from me and posted itself....=) =)
    I want to Thank You for bringing such blessings into my world
    Showering you & yours lovingly with prayers
    patricia n.

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  51. terri cApril 12, 2008 at 11:32 AM

    SUCH wonderful news!! prayers continuing.

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  52. KristinaApril 12, 2008 at 11:34 AM

    Praise God, another step closer to the front door. Keep it up Tricia, you are amazing! (And of course, so is our God!)

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  53. Professor TIllmanApril 12, 2008 at 11:36 AM

    Fantastic!!! I'm so glad to hear it!!

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  54. Patience LeinoApril 12, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    God is so faithful!!!!

    Tricia, we're stoked for you! You continue to amaze us all with your strength & grace through this journey!

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  55. rawApril 12, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    Praise God! We will keep up the prayers.

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  56. AndiApril 12, 2008 at 11:50 AM

    I got chills reading this wonderful news. May Tricia continue to heal and get stronger in the step down unit. Awesome news!!!

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  57. JenniferApril 12, 2008 at 11:52 AM

    Go Tricia....keep it up!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  58. NicApril 12, 2008 at 11:53 AM

    Yeaaaa...I'm so excited!!

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  59. AmyApril 12, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    Yeah Tricia! And, thanks to all the amazing nurses.

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  60. PattyApril 12, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Prayers for continued healing and strength!

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  61. DebbieApril 12, 2008 at 11:59 AM

    Now that is a beautiful way to start a new day!! Tricia, Nathan and Gwyneth we love you and continue to pray with a glad heart!!

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  62. EmApril 12, 2008 at 11:59 AM

    YAHOOOOOOOO!!!!!!! Keep up the good work Tricia.

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  63. KellyApril 12, 2008 at 12:00 PM

    Praise God and congradulations.

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  64. Edwards gangApril 12, 2008 at 12:01 PM

    Fantastic News!! Praise the Lord for His continued faithfulness in the healing of Tricia and growth of Gwyneth!!

    We will continue to pray as they make more progress toward going home. What a wonderful day that will be!!

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  65. Pete, Ali, Charlie and RosieApril 12, 2008 at 12:01 PM

    What amazing news! Tricia, you are a star! Still remembering all three of you in our prayers and thoughts every day. With much love X

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  66. MahoneyMusingsApril 12, 2008 at 12:02 PM

    Wonderful news!!!

    Continued prayers!

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  67. debangelApril 12, 2008 at 12:03 PM

    God is great!! Also, who else is singing the theme song to "The Jeffersons"??

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  68. TabithaApril 12, 2008 at 12:04 PM

    Fantastic news, I am so pleased that things are going so well for you all.

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  69. Rich and LaurenApril 12, 2008 at 12:04 PM

    yay!!!!!

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  70. Anxious AFApril 12, 2008 at 12:05 PM

    Wonderful!!!!!

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  71. Jen in AlApril 12, 2008 at 12:08 PM

    Praising God from whom all blessings flow! Way to go Tricia!!! continuing to pray, jen in al

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  72. UnknownApril 12, 2008 at 12:11 PM

    We're down here, in Florida singing the Doxology :>)

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  73. StacyApril 12, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    That is awesome! Congrats Tricia! And most of Praise God for this incredible transformation is such a short time!

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  74. Cassie12April 12, 2008 at 12:19 PM

    Wonderful news!! So happy for Tricia and Nate too!!!

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  75. TammyApril 12, 2008 at 12:22 PM

    Great news!! Yeah for Tricia. Now maybe she will be able to rest better and heal faster!! Continuing to pray here in Indiana.

    Tammy

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  76. Rebecca (Ramblings by Reba)April 12, 2008 at 12:23 PM

    Hooray! :)

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  77. amy smithApril 12, 2008 at 12:25 PM

    tears of joy this morning...

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  78. Leanne B.April 12, 2008 at 12:29 PM

    That is such wonderful news! What a blessing!

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  79. CoralynApril 12, 2008 at 12:31 PM

    Praise God from whom all blessings flow!!!!! What wonderful news!

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  80. VioletApril 12, 2008 at 12:44 PM

    that is wonderful news. i hope it goes well.

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  81. ShannonApril 12, 2008 at 12:49 PM

    Woohoo, way to go Tricia!!!

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  82. purejoyApril 12, 2008 at 12:50 PM

    this is great news! our God is so good! next thing you know everyone will be sleeping soundly in their very own beds in their very own home. what a joyous day that will be!
    thanks rick, for the updates. . . nate you are tremendously missed!

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  83. KristiApril 12, 2008 at 12:51 PM

    Wow! That's fabulous news.

    I'd love to hear how it feels for Tricia to breathe with CF-free lungs.

    I'm sure it must be amazing.

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  84. JenniferApril 12, 2008 at 12:52 PM

    That is wonderful news!!!

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  85. BethApril 12, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    I am so grateful to God for all he has been doing in your lives! Yea!

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  86. mjdavApril 12, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    Wonderful news!

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  87. The Curtis CrewApril 12, 2008 at 12:58 PM

    Praise God! Tricia, you're amazing!
    (Nate, you are too!)
    Melissa

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  88. SusieApril 12, 2008 at 1:02 PM

    God is GOOD...ALL THE TIME! I Enjoy your journey. Your life is a testimony to His grace, mercy and healing. susie

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  89. a teacher and a learner. a tearner???April 12, 2008 at 1:02 PM

    Praise God!

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  90. MelodyApril 12, 2008 at 1:12 PM

    That is fantastic news!. I'm just so thrilled that Tricia is doing so well and baby Gywneth is growing like a weed now. God is Good!.

    Melody

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  91. Sherri ThackerApril 12, 2008 at 1:14 PM

    Woo hoo!! Wonderful news!!

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  92. MarjoleinApril 12, 2008 at 1:22 PM

    Another big step, wonderful to hear.

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  93. BethApril 12, 2008 at 1:26 PM

    Awesome!!! Very exciting news. :o)

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  94. AspiemomApril 12, 2008 at 1:36 PM

    What wonderful news! I'm so happy for Tricia and Nate! I hope she can get better sleep now, and that Nate can catch up on his caretaking role! :-) Pretty soon they'll all be home together!

    Thanks for taking the time to step in for Nate, Rick. We know you are super busy.
    Aspiemom

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  95. CarolApril 12, 2008 at 1:37 PM

    Yea!

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  96. UnknownApril 12, 2008 at 1:38 PM

    Praise God! It has been amazing to see him carry you all through this!!

    Yay Tricia!

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  97. CindyApril 12, 2008 at 1:43 PM

    Wonderful, wonderful, WONDERFUL!!!

    What an exciting step!

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  98. The Mom JenApril 12, 2008 at 1:48 PM

    Wonderful news!! Sounds like she's doing remarkably well!

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  99. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 1:54 PM

    So glad to hear it, congratulations, you'll be back at the beach in no time.

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  100. Teach-ME-MomApril 12, 2008 at 1:59 PM

    The best news! I'm predicting your girls will be home for Mother's Day. What a blessing that would be.

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  101. claraApril 12, 2008 at 2:03 PM

    What great news! Tricia, you are so tough and very inspiring to me.

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  102. damajeanApril 12, 2008 at 2:03 PM

    That is the most wonderful news!! This blog is such an inspiration to all that read it of the miracles of God. I am so blessed by the entries Nate has made. Tricia is an inspiration to us all. She is so tough and the faith of Nate for "his girls" is tremendous. I thank the Lord for all of you and may God continue to bless, heal and restore your family to what God has planned. I believe the Lord has very special plans for all of you.

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  103. NCBeachMomApril 12, 2008 at 2:09 PM

    wonderful news

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  104. EmApril 12, 2008 at 2:12 PM

    What a praise! Praying for continued healing.

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  105. KimApril 12, 2008 at 2:18 PM

    That is amazing news! Prayers of thanksgiving and continued recovery on Tricia's behalf.
    Kim

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  106. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 2:22 PM

    Praise those wonderful nurses for getting Tricia to where she is now. Nurses are truly worth their weight in gold! Praise goes to Gwyneth's terrific nurses as well for the amazing care they have given her too!

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  107. AnnetteApril 12, 2008 at 2:34 PM

    yeah! Praise God she seems to be dong so well!


    www.smithfamilyx6.blogspot.com

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  108. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 2:35 PM

    Awesome isn't a big enough word anymore because this has gone far and above that. So happy for you, Tricia!! Keep fighting, girl. We're praying hard for you!!

    Heidi Reed

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  109. MalenaApril 12, 2008 at 2:41 PM

    Awesome! Hope you all get some good sleep tonight!

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  110. ElyssaApril 12, 2008 at 2:51 PM

    Great News!

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  111. HollyMarieApril 12, 2008 at 2:58 PM

    Yay!!! Celebrating with you today!

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  112. JHDApril 12, 2008 at 3:02 PM

    Sweetness!!! Praise the Lord!

    Praying for you!

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  113. UnknownApril 12, 2008 at 3:10 PM

    Praise the Lord! Such great news!
    ~ becky b

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  114. Matt PfingstenApril 12, 2008 at 3:31 PM

    Fantastic! Congratulations to all of you for this amazing step forward.

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  115. Blessings From AboveApril 12, 2008 at 3:37 PM

    So glad to hear the wonderful news!!! Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow.

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  116. jamieApril 12, 2008 at 3:37 PM

    That's the BEST NEWS!! You go, Tricia!!!!! Sooo happy for y'all.
    God Bless you all.
    Jamie in Texas

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  117. AnonymousApril 12, 2008 at 3:43 PM

    That is so awesome! I am so glad that everything has gone so well for all of you. I can only imagine how wonderful it is to see a light at the end of the tunnel. All of you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

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  118. MeredithApril 12, 2008 at 3:44 PM

    Once again PRAISING GOD! Congratulations!

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  119. JaneApril 12, 2008 at 3:45 PM

    YEAH YEAH YEAH!!!

    God is good!

    Keep breathing and eating girls and you will be home before long!

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  120. BrenApril 12, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    Praise the Lord! what big steps both of your girls have taken in the last couple of days.

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  121. GarzaApril 12, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    That is WONDERFUL news!!
    Glad Tricia is doing well. Everyone will be home before you know it. Jess

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  122. sandraApril 12, 2008 at 3:49 PM

    Your doing awesome Tricia! What great news.

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  123. ValerieApril 12, 2008 at 3:57 PM

    What an amazing answer to prayer!

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  124. KerryApril 12, 2008 at 4:13 PM

    STill Praying here in Michigan.
    So happy Tricia is moving out of
    ICU. Thanks for letting us know.

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  125. jessicagvApril 12, 2008 at 4:39 PM

    I am just a dedicated follower up in Canada, who doesn't know your family, but I wanted to say that I am deleriously happy for you guys!

    What great progress for both Tricia and Gwyneth!

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  126. I am Heather...creator of all things crafty!April 12, 2008 at 4:49 PM

    Praise Jesus. Glad to hear things are coming along well.

    Heather

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  127. shoutingforhaApril 12, 2008 at 5:19 PM

    Praise God for wonderful news!

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  128. Love my boys!April 12, 2008 at 5:21 PM

    Way to go Tricia!

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  129. Becky in VAApril 12, 2008 at 5:35 PM

    Great news!

    With Tricia out of ICU, I know where Nate will be sleeping tonight. ;-)

    Love to all.

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  130. BloggyMomApril 12, 2008 at 5:56 PM

    Yeah!!! That is wonderful news!!!

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  131. Being MeApril 12, 2008 at 6:01 PM

    Fantastic update!

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  132. TracyApril 12, 2008 at 6:10 PM

    Woooohooo..........what great news!

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  133. bome62April 12, 2008 at 6:12 PM

    This is such GREAT NEWS! Praise the Lord.

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  134. FernApril 12, 2008 at 6:38 PM

    Nate, I've surmised that you're not a country music fan, but if you'll give George Strait's "I Saw God Today" just one listen, I believe you'll understand why I think of you and Gwyneth every time I hear it. Nice lyrics that will touch a new dad's heart. And, at 3 minutes it won't hurt for too long. :)

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  135. VickiApril 12, 2008 at 6:47 PM

    Awesome!

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  136. KatieApril 12, 2008 at 6:53 PM

    Best news ever! Still praying for a rejection/infection free speedy recovery! Tricia you are amazing us all keep up the great work!
    -Katie L
    PS Thanks for keeping us updated!

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  137. Autumn HavenApril 12, 2008 at 9:44 PM

    Praise the Lord!!!

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  138. ScottApril 13, 2008 at 6:42 AM

    Thanks Rick, for the update! I don't know why I have this really excited feeling for Nate, Trisha and Gwyneth to come home to the OBX. I know they have some work to do yet, but it is within reach!

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