Saturday, April 2, 2011

Joy :-)

Sharing our JOY with you because "A JOY shared is a JOY doubled" :-)

Jordan is in Maryland, and his wife and parents are by his side.
They went to Germany for two days, and then he passed his stress tests,
and they were all able to fly back to the U.S.
He will continue to have many surgeries (he was in surgery this morning) 
so please continue to keep him in your prayers.
Here is a photo of him, taken by my brother. I think he looks wonderful :-)
Jordan you are our Hero!
♥We love you ♥
When I get an address to send cards and letters to him,
I'll share it with you.
I'd love to see him overwhelmed with notes of encouragement :-)

May your weekend be filled with ♥JOY♥ my friends!

Blessings,
Marcia
*first photo taken by my daughter Micaela*
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  1. CinnamonApril 2, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Thank you for sharing this with us. We would LOVE to write to him. I'm so glad he is with his family and back in the states!!

    prayers continue~ Cinnamon

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  2. Jo-AnneApril 2, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    That is wonderful news. We would love to drop him a little note!
    Love to you and yours~
    Jo-Anne

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  3. DebbieApril 2, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    How wonderful to share in the joy of this good news! Hallelujah! I can only imagine how happy his family is to have him home and to be able to be near him and that will certainly contribute to his healing process. What a handsome soldier. My son-in-law is a Marine for almost 10 yrs now. He did 3 deployments in Iraq and will soon take my daughter to live in Japan for a few years. We have no idea what the future holds, but we know who holds the future. I will continue to keep Jordan and your family in my prayers. Thanks so much for keeping us informed.
    Hugs to you!
    Debbie

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  4. ShellladyApril 2, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    What a blessing! I am so happy for your family...I would be honored to send him a card....I am the daughter of a Vietnam Veteran, I know how important it is to have support from everyone! I've only been reading your blog for such a short time, but I feel like a part of your family already! Our prayers will continue for you all!

    God Bless!!

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  5. TheresaApril 2, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    That HERO looks wonderful to me! Praise God for his return with his family! I will send cards when you get an address! BIG HUGS and continued prayers!

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  6. MelanieApril 2, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Thank you for the update, Marcia! Jordan looks wonderful considering what he's been through! I'm so glad he's with his family.
    We'll continue to keep him in our prayers!
    We'd love to send him a card!♥

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  7. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    That's such wonderful news, Marcia!!! Jordan really does look wonderful, considering all he has been through. He and all of your family will continue to be in our prayers.
    I'm amazed by your daughter's first attempt at photography... it's a GORGEOUS picture!!!
    Much love to you and your family,
    Jo ♥

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  8. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    That is great news! Glad he can be with his family! Will keep praying for him...

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  9. TaraApril 2, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Wow,so happy to see his picture.God is surely shining on him..I'm so glad he's returning home and he's still in my prayers and I'd love to send him a letter or card..A hero through and through..xx

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  10. Janettessage.blogspot.comApril 2, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing...I am rejoicing over this first of many miracles and answered prayers. I think you will be blessed if you get a chance to stop by my blog in the next day or two...the power of prayer.
    He will continue to be in my prayers.

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  11. Susan AndersonApril 2, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I'm surprised and thrilled for all of you to see how good he looks. Please let us know his address when you get it.

    Thanks.

    =)

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  12. It's meApril 2, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    What is great news!........ Glad he can be with his family!...my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family !! and by you darling..............love love ....Ria....xxx.....

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  13. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsApril 2, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Oh Marcia ~
    Thank you for sharing this
    wonderful ♥JOY♥ with us ~
    He does look really good ~

    Hugs
    Lori

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  14. Deanna Rabe - Creekside Cottage BlogApril 2, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Oh, yes, please let us know when we can send cards etc...I was thinking of that this week!

    He does look good.

    Praying still...

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  15. KarenApril 2, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    This is wonderful news!! and he does look great and strong. God bless him and the family.

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  16. The CoderlambianApril 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    He does look wonderful!
    Thank you, Jordan!

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  17. KimApril 2, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    That is wonderful news.....God is Great..All the Time!! I will continue to pray for Jordan and Family...so glad he was able to make the trip home!!

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  18. KTWApril 2, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this information and picture with us! God is SO good! :) I look forward to getting his address and I will certainly see to it that he gets cards and notes from my family. If you don't mind, I'd love to share the address with my kids' classmates and let them join in as well. I think it is important for them to have a name and a face to go with this war and to know that these soldiers are REAL PEOPLE.

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  19. LaApril 2, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Jordan is quite a fighter. Best wishes through this transitional and healng period.

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  20. Donna at the Scarlet PetticoatApril 2, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    we would love to write to jordan. post the address soon!! i live in maryland, a little north of baltimore in towson. i am so proud of the amazing sacrifice this young man made. he is sure to encourage others with the way he lives his life in the future. all the best, donna

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  21. sherryApril 2, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    oh thank you for this wonderful update! i'm continuing in prayer <><

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  22. PCovi April 2, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    I'm so glad you showed us his photo! He DOES look way better than I expected. Wow.
    Prayers are going up!

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  23. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalApril 2, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Great news! So glad he is back home with his family and friends. I'm sure he will heal all that much faster now.

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  24. TriciaApril 2, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    This is such wonderful news Marcia. Thank you for giving us an update ♥ Tricia

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  25. NanaDianaApril 2, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    I am so glad that he is Stateside and is continuing on the road to recovery. When you get his address let us know and we will flood him with cards! A Hero indeed! xxoo Diana

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  26. Mimi SueApril 2, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    JOYful news! Mimi

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  27. Finally WhiteApril 2, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Dear Marcia,

    Jordan truly is a hero and a big fighter as well. The picture looks simply wonderful! I would love to send him a card from Germany!

    Yours
    Birgit

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  28. TerriApril 2, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Love you! We've been praying & are following thru Ryan & Jordan's Facebook!!

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  29. Becky K.April 3, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    Jordan does look so good! Praying for he and his family as they continue the process of getting him well again and adjusting to the changes in daily living. So glad he made it home!!!

    I'd love to send a card!
    Hugs,
    Becky K.

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  30. ShelleyApril 3, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    I will pray for your nephew. Glad to hear he is surrounded by family and friends. He is a hero!

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  31. JackApril 3, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    So glad he is surrounded by family now. He looks amazing, Marcia, considering what he has been through. We will absolutely flood him with well wishes when you provide the address. xoxo

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  32. Sunny Simple LifeApril 3, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Oh my gosh I am just overwhelmed with joy for you all. Just looking at the
    picture you can see how much physically he has been through. I hear the relief in your voice. God Bless you Marcia and your family and yes we would love to flood him with love and thanks when he is ready.

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  33. UnknownApril 3, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    First of all, thank you and your family for having a loved one serve for us. They are truly the unsung heroes. I will continue to pray for all of you and into the days ahead. This is wonderful news, Praise God.

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  34. TammyApril 3, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Dear Marcia, so sorry that I did not see your previous posts sooner in order to send my thoughts and prayers your way. I hope that Jordna continues to heal and that his family is filled with peace and comfort during this difficult time. Bests wishes and blesssings, Tammy

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  35. Brenda PruittApril 3, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    He does look pretty good! I was relieved to see this photo, Marcia.
    Brenda

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  36. JuliaApril 3, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Marcia, thank you for leaving a comment on my blog. I'm glad that our prayers in common is of some comfort to your nephew Jordan and his loved ones. I can't imagine what he and his family are going through right now and the hard journey to recovery that he must face.

    My grandson ( my little prince) is only two months old and was born without his left hand but he will adjust because he was born that way and I'm sure that he also will have some challenges ahead but with God's grace, they will both be just fine. I pray for a quick recovery for your grandson Jordan and God's blessings. JB

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  37. Carrie @ Cottage CozyApril 3, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    I will have my Bible Study ladies offer up prayers too...the more the better! Blessings and peace to all. Prayers for healing for Jordan!
    What a heavy challenge for all! I am so glad his parents have arrived safely to be with him. ♥

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  38. FitNHealthyKalApril 4, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    Of COURSE he looks wonderful - he is a rough and tough don't take no stuff Devil Dog! OORAH Jordan! Continued prayers Marine. Semper Fi, Colonel & Mrs. Brian Buckles YATYAS

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  39. PeterApril 4, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Looks like a hero to me, best wishes from DownUnder.

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  40. Amy B.April 4, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Praise God from whom all blessings flow!

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  41. Villa MaireApril 4, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Thank you for sharing Jordan's picture, prayers for Jordan and his
    family continue. God Bless you all.

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  42. BECKYApril 4, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Oh Marcia, I am just so thrilled deep in my soul that he is doing well. His photo made me cry with joy. I will continue to pray for his recovery and would love to send him a card when you have the address!

    Blessings to you all,
    Love,
    Becky

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  43. Julie HarwardApril 4, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    What a joy to just have him back with family. God bless and heal him now. :D

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  44. MandiApril 4, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Blessings to Jordan and his family! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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  45. Julie GilliesApril 4, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Hi Marcia,

    I'm just visiting your blog for the first time and have caught up with the news on your precious nephew, and just said a prayer for him. As the mom of a son in the army, my heart goes out to you and to Jordan's family.

    Blessings to you!

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  46. UnknownApril 4, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Oh so good to hear he is back in the states and surrounded by family.
    My prayers will continue for his recovery.

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  47. UnknownApril 4, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Oh what a fantastic picture! We would definitely love to send him cards/letters! We are a military family, my honey is a 22 year veteran of the National Guard and wears the uniform every single day as a full time Guard employee. Know that Jordan is constantly in my thoughts and prayers...May God lay His healing hands on him and hold his family in tender loving care!

    God Bless...
    Sheila

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  48. MelissaApril 4, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    He does look wonderful...he is obviously very loved and this is a strength...
    we would love to write to him...and send our thoughts...
    melissa xx

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  49. Sarah @ Modern Country StyleApril 4, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Oh, I'm soooo glad things seem to be looking up for Jordan. That's brilliant news. You must be chuffed to bits.

    Sarahx

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  50. TanyaApril 4, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Marcia,
    I just got back on blogging after vacation and read your family's very sad news. Plus Leslie, my sister in law told me as well. I'm so sorry! I will definitely pray about it. So happy he is back in the US and with his family. I know your heart is heavy and hurting. Prayer is the need right now. Will continue to check back to see your updates.
    Blessings to all of you,
    Tanya

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  51. The Starr FamilyApril 4, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I have been terribly behind and am just now reading this. Marcia... I pray the Lord's healing upon Jordan and his family.

    The bravery and determination of these men & women to walk into battle knowing the possible consequences. It astounds me. Like everyone else, I am so grateful.

    Thank you for delivering the updates. There is hope! Our Christ gives MUCH hope!

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  52. Susan BApril 4, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Hi Marcia,
    Thank you for the update on Jordan. I'm so glad to hear he is in the US, and with his family. Thank God he is doing better! His photo looks wonderful! I am continuing to pray for you all. Thank you for continuing to let everyone know how he is doing. Take care.

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  53. Bring Pretty BackApril 4, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    God bless him and his family. Sending prayers to him and all of them. When you get an address I would love to send him a card. What a brave young man.
    A true HERO.
    Kristin

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  54. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    What wonderful news! So glad to hear that he made it home. Will keep praying for him too Marcia.

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  55. PaulaApril 4, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    So thankful for answered prayers!

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  56. GloriaApril 4, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Sending out continued prayers of encouragement and support to you and your family. Thanks for the update. May God wrap all of you in His loving arms right now with big hugs.

    That photo your daughter took is amazing!! Wow!! The apple doesn't fall far from the tree...:)

    Many blessings to you,
    xoxo Gloria

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  57. AndreaWassonApril 4, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Thank you for sharing this. What a hero! I pray for his continued recovery and that may God's blessings enrich him and see him through. Thank God for men like Jordan!

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  58. Mary Ann PickettApril 4, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    He is our hero. God bless him.

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  59. ~*~ saskia ~*~April 5, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    Wishing you tons of JOY for today and every day, sweet Marcia xxxxx

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  60. H.April 5, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Got a shock reading about your nephw....have not follow you for a few days.....but thank god he is alive, and hopefully can come back to Maryland this week-end.

    Best wish to all his family !

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  61. koraleeApril 5, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    What a blessing...praise the LORD my friend...I will continue to keep you all in my prayers...thanks for sharing. xoxo hugs

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  62. BeverlyApril 5, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Glad to see an update on our nephew and yes he does look well considering all he has been through. He will remain in my prayers as will you and his family.
    Micaela took a beautiful picture. Taking after her Mom, as your pictures have been so great, Marcia.

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  63. Wanda MetcalfApril 6, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    Oh he does look wonderful!! Praises Praises! I can tell in his eyes he is tired, But I see a very strong man. I can see God through that smile I know he is going to be ok. Just make sure that with all those surgeries they don't give him an IUD - wink

    much love through our Lord

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  64. michelleApril 7, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    I am so glad that he is back in the states and sounds like things are going well for his recovery. He looks well Marcia. :) I am so happy and so amazed at what God does for us. Keeping him and your family in my prayers.
    Hugs and blessings to you my dear.

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  65. SeawashedApril 7, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I will send notes when you have an address. ox

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  66. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdApril 12, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    I have seen photos of Jordon all around blog land. I don't know how I ended up on your blog, but I am sure glad I did. I am going to follow you so that I can keep up with Jordon (our hero). Praying for him and his family. Thank you for posting about him.

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  67. Karen thisoldhouse2.comApril 13, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Sending a card of support off to Jordan today - Healing thoughts and prayers from This Old House in Connecticut -

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  68. Cindy AdkinsApril 13, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Oh Marcia,
    I am so sorry to hear about your son being injured and I will pray for him and I will send a card right out to him...God bless him for all he has done for all of us--he is a true hero!!

    XO
    Cindy

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Thanks so much for stopping by :)
Blessings,
Marcia

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