It’s Genie, posting on behalf of Me Ra and the family. I just received a very disturbing email from Me Ra saying that she and Pasc have Dengue fever. And although millions get it every year, even the ‘mild’ symptoms start with fevers of 104, vomiting and can end with death.
In her words: “Fever spends 12 days in incubation, that’s why we were throwing up. But then high fever hits days later. So sick. Pasc and I were carried to the boat and taken to the clinic yesterday. My brother knows people here who were able to help w/in 20 minutes of me emailing him for help. Blaze is okay, but me and Pascaline hv it bad. It’s called the Bone Breaker fever b/c it really feels like your bones r breaking. My fever has been 104 for 12 hours at a time before breaking, then delirium and bone breaking pain. We can be airlifted to a hospital in Phuket if needed but there’s nothing to treat Dengue with. Must ride it out. Praying about my period. Dengue attacks platelets that clot your blood. People can bleed out from the fever, my period should start any day and the doctor is watching this.
Will you post a blog as soon as u can and ask everyone to pray. Very serious and excruciated pain that hits then goes then hits again. Need prayer so much. Pasc was screaming from pain in bed yesterday morning that her nose came off. You feel like everything is breaking off your body. It’s so overwhelming. Brian is the only one who is spared and been able to take care of us. He is so tired.”
That’s it. I’m worried and I know her family is too. You’ll know what to do. Please pray for them.
Love you Me Ra, Pascaline, Blaze and Brian. I know that all who read this are holding you in their hearts and praying for a miraculous gentle, quick and full recovery. And restored health for each one of you. Come home soon – we’d all love to hold you in our arms and take care of you. ~ g
Absolutely I am praying. How horrific for them. Thank God Brian has been spared and is able to take care of them, exhausting as it is. Prayers too that MeRa’s body will hold off on it’s cycle and that there will be no bleeding problems. And that sweet little Pasc will be over this SOON. How awful for a little one to endure.
Please keep us updated! They are in my thoughts and prayers.
This is just horrible. I can’t imagine going through it, but then watching my child.
My thoughts are with you all. I’ll be sending all the positive energy I can and holding you in my heart. Tightly.
We are definitely praying! For peace, strength, and a quick recovery to health. Please keep us posted!!
So awful!!! They are all in my thoughts and prayers. I can’t imagine being in such pain and then also having to hear your own child in the same pain…just excruciating. ={
Oh no! I’m praying and will continue to do so until health is restored. Praying for you too Brian for strength. Thank God you’re healthy! I’m so sorry you all are experiencing this right now when you are supposed to be relaxing, enjoying each other and making fun memories.
Big hugs to you all.
Hi, Just want to let you know I’m praying as well as the group of mom’s that I mentor … sent them an email. Believing that all symptoms will be broken & quick recovery – In Jesus’ Name!
PRAYING and sending it through my prayer circle.
May God restore your health completely and quickly!!
I will sit this morning and pray for your family…and each morning until I hear that you are in the clear. I am so sorry that you have to go through this excruciating pain:( Here’s to a full recovery! Kathy
Oh my, I am heartbroken hearing about this. Holding all of you close to my heart, I am so so sorry, and sending loving, healing thoughts your way. Be strong, get well and much love to you guys.
I’m praying too.
Praying for all of you, Me Ra.
Your in my thoughts! I wish you all the better… and feel bad that is all I can do.
How horrible. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers that you will have a speedy recovery to health.
Praying for you with all of my heart, me ra, and for pascaline, Energy for Brian, and continued health for blaze. I am just so sorry. Trusting in our Lord who knows your needs…so much love to y’all.
Sweet Me Ra, this is not the kind of R & R that was needed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will be praying for you double time and with specific requests now that we know what is going on. My heart is heavy and sad for what you are going through. May each one of you have the strength to get you through this and the support to lift you up when you can not do it yourself. All my love and prayer power headed your way!!
Thanks for the update Genie. My thoughts are absolutely with them, and I am hoping for the swiftest of recoveries. Much love to you all.
OMGoodness…sending lots of love and prayers….I hope some relief comes quickly…hang in there….and know we are all praying for you and keeping you close in our hearts! Feel better really soon. Much love…
Me Ra, Brian, Pascaline and Blaze,
Prayers are being expedited your way this afternoon. The post from Genie sent chills through me. It must be terrifying being so sick in another country. Please know that there are many people praying for strength and good health for all of you. Feel in spirit, the hug that Genie mentions in the post… not only from her but from all of us who read your blog and have come to care so deeply for all of you.
Lots of prayers, love and well wishes from Pennsylvania.
oh no, this breaks my heart. praying on my knees from central california…
My thoughts are with you and your family … and my heart aches for your sweet children. I hope recovery comes soon.
my heart is breaking for them!
sending prayers … many, many prayers.
Oh I am so, so sorry to hear this. I am keeping the whole family in my prayers!
So heartbreaking… tears are streaming down the cheeks.
Lord, please surround Me Ra & Pascaline in your loving arms… continue to give them and Brian strength to pull through these hard moments. I ask for comfort and healing and just for your protective love, Lord, to be all encompassing around the four of them. In your name I pray, Amen.
Praying…
I’m praying…..Everything will be great soon!
I am praying for your family. Let God bring healing and comfort to MeRa and Pascaline and bring strength to Blaze and Brian as they take care of their girls.
Definitely praying you all get better soon!
Abba Father,
I lift up Me Ra and Pascaline to You. Father, You and You alone are the Great Physician and can remove this fever and illness completely. You are powerful and mighty and can heal these dear people. I ask Father that You will surround them with Your love and rejoice over them with Your singing. May they remember that You are God and You will never leave nor forsake Your children. Give the doctors wisdom and understanding and may they rest, knowing You care for each one of their needs and love them dearly. In Your healing and powerful Name we ask all these things, knowing You hear our every cry, Amen (so be it!)
God bless each one of you, and I pray that you feel better real soon!
Love and blessings in Christ,
Rachel M.
I got literal chills reading this! Oh, how I wish I could help outside of prayer. Of course you will be prayed for, for a quick, painless recovery! Hugs to you, pascaline, blaze and Brian!
Lord, please watch over these loving and amazing individuals, help them heal quickly and have no residual effects of the illness that has struck them. Keep them safe and for strength of those around them to help them during this horrible time!
+1 to Jen MacNiven’s post … I’m praying for y’all fervently!!! XoxO
Omgosh!!!! Sending MANY prayers out for all of you. My heart is breaking for you all and the pain your experiencing!!!! May God Bless you very quickly!!!!
Love,
LeeAnn and Family
omg. I’m praying. I’m praying Me Ra…
Praying for you all. And spreading the word for more prayers!
So, so sorry MeRa!!!! Our family will be praying for you all… so heartbreaking to hear…
I’m so sorry to hear this, MeRa. I know that it’s so terrifying to be in medical trouble while in a foreign country; I went through this, too.
I will be keeping all of you, but especially you and Pasc, in prayer. Quick healing, relief from the pain, peace and comfort during the recovery. May the fact that so many are covering you in prayer bring you strength and joy through this.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Praying for you!!! How scary!!!
Genie, thank you for letting us all know so we can pray for them. MeRa, Brian, Pascaline and Blaze, I am so sorry you are going through this terrifying time so far from home. Please know how many people are praying and for you. Sending all our love your way….
Praying. Praying. Praying. (((HUGS)))
Oh my!! How horrid.
I’ve spread the word. You have many people praying for you.
KE
Dear Me Ra
I haven’t even met you, yet you have become so important. Please know that I’m praying for your whole family and wish you safely back home. I cannot imagine being so sick and in fear for your child. My heart goes out to you, please be well.
Praying for you…don’t give up! The power of prayer is poweful and we look forward to hearing good news soon.
Dear Lord,
We lift up Me Ra, Blaze and Pascaline. Please bring healing to them quickly. Protect them from complications. Bring a full recovery. Please give Brian renewed strength and comfort and guard his heart against fear.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
oh my goodness! thanks for the update, i was getting worried that nothing had been posted in a while. My thoughts and prayers go out for the family. one of the doctors i work with had dengue fever as a child so all i can think about is her describing it to me now.
I’m praying for you and your daughter too.
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ok, those questin marks were hearts when I did it, somehow they changed. =)
My heart goes out to all of you! What a terrifying and trying time! I will be praying for you and your daughter to recover from this as quickly as possible.
Cori
You all have my prayers for a swift recovery to health and strength. Our family knows the power of prayer.
May God Bless your family,
Lana
I echo all the other posts… You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you healthy vibes, sweet thoughts, and the ability to soon see beauty and light again without pain and fear. XXXOOO
Get well soon! Please Dear Lord, place your mighty healing and comforting hand over this family. Please bring them home whole and safe.
Michelle
Me Ra, I know eventually you will see this so….I just want you to know that I am praying so, so hard for you and Pascaline – that your bodies will heal quickly, be able to rest and find peace and freedom from the pain. May God protect you from anything more serious. I wish I could wrap you into a giant hug. SO much love goes out to you right now!
Your whole family is in my thoughts. Get well!
praying in Jesus name for your family to be healed.
OMG Me Ra, I’m so sorry. Please know that we’re all praying for your family to heal quickly! Sending a lot of love your way! xoxoxo
have seen many folks with dengue in brazil, very serious indeed, praying for a speedy recovery and safe return
Praying for complete and total healing for you and your family.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and meditations. Hoping you heal completely and soon! Many blessings to you and the kiddos. I can’t imagine how hard it must be for you to not only be in such pain, but also watch them go through it alongside you.
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oh my goodness.. our thoughts and prayers are with you that you get through this quickly and are feeling much much better soon..
I have been keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
oh no.
my prayers are with them both, and the whole family.
My heart is breaking for you all! Sending love and balance to you…
As I watch my dad battle aggressive cancer from the hospital, his body torn apart, and damaged….I quote this to him every day and he finds peace in it. I hope you will too: “Be strong and courageous. Don’t be terrified: do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
I am praying for you and your family. Please stay strong. Believe. You can fight this.
My thoughts are with you and your family – I’m so sorry for the pain you are in! Hang in there, you are in my prayers!! xoxoxo
I’m praying for you. I know we’ve never met in person, but you feel like family to me because I’ve been following you for so long. I will be looking forward to a good report on your blog. Much love, Lroa
I’m praying for you, too~ Get well soon…
Thank you SO MUCH everyone! I’m about to post a blog so everyone sees it – they seem to be better, fever BROKEN for both of them for hours. Me Ra is so grateful and I am too. More to come in a bit. But bless you all! Genie
With every fiber in my being I wish for your family to be healed and well, and home safely. Sending you many prayers and positive thoughts. Lots of love~ Carrie
oh no!! this is not what i’m sure you envisioned happening on your family adventure… we are praying for you from across the ocean and hoping you are all well soon. please keep us posted as you can. xoxo, jenny
I am glad that your all feeling better. i had that when i lived there once as well! its HORRIBLE! in thai they call it the ‘fever of the blood.’ it really feels like that too! really thankful your more recent blogs say your better! lindy