under serious attack

[Tammy]

..That is all I can figure! I was bitten by a dog two days ago, and since we could not find and capture the dog to be examined, have had to start the rabies vaccination regimen. Yesterday a.m. I got my first shot. By afternoon, my arm was sore. By this morning, I was achy and lethargic, and by this afternoon (when I was supposed to get the second shot) I had a fever of 101.8. I did not take the second shot because of the fever, and called my doc in TX for advice. He wants me to go to the hospital to get a blood count done to see if it's a blood infection, and if so, I will be checked in and put on intravenous antibiotics, and I STILL have these rabies shots to get!

On top of all that, my wonderful parents are planning to fly in tomorrow to visit us. We had such fun plans, and now I am uncertain about what is going to happen. One thing is certain, that we just have to trust the LORD that HE knows what HE is doing, and that all things work together for good for those who love Him and are the called according to His purpose.

The doc said not to wait until tomorrow to get these tests run, so as soon as we can figure out what to do for the children, we will be heading to the hospital tonight. I am praying that God will see fit to heal me! Please pray for me when you read this. Thank you, brothers and sisters.

[jessicasherrow]

I read about your dog bite and fever on Facebook. I will be praying for you. I hope all goes well.

[Brother Randy]

Sister Tammy, What a bad thing to have happen, We will be praying for you that all works out .

Bro Randy

[michelle]

Just prayed for you Sister Tammy

[Deleted]

Ouch, sorry . I'm praying for you!

Katrina

[Brother Ben]

Sister Tammy,
We just wanted to let you know we have you and your family in our prayers. Do you have an update for us? How is it going?

Bro. Ben

[Tyler's Helpmeet]

Ouch! Quick prayer spoken!

Even though you are missing out on fun with your family members who are coming, at least they can spend time with the kids while you recover.

[Tammy]

Thank you all for your prayers! Here is a quick update.

The test reveal NO blood infection, praise the LORD. My doc recommended a strong round of antibiotics anyway because my glands were so swollen and tender, and he was concerned about a secondary infection somewhere. I'm taking those, and yesterday got my third rabies shot - just two more to go.

Evidently I had a really bad reaction to the first two shots. Yet we knew the risk of a rabies infection was not worth taking, so we went through with it. SO thankful for the Lord's protection, and I have been able to enjoy my parents' and brother's visit in spite of the difficulties. The third shot just made me tired and my arm was sore, so that's not too bad.

The wounds on my leg seem to be healing okay. Again, thanks so much for your prayers.