May/21/07
“Winkie got referred by his old family doctor to a more local GP- Dr. Greg Judkins, who operates out of a nearby family practice. We understand Dr. Judkins is a believer, and are happy to have someone like him so close by. Winkie was having some care via certain nurses that were changing his dressing regularly, but the district nurse who came by was unhappy with Winkie not being directly under any doctor. Our old family doctor (who is no longer a GP) referred Winkie to Dr. Judkins, and Dr. Judkins, after examining Winkie referred us to Middlemore Hospital, where Winkie could undergo some more thorough examinations and get some more specialized care. So Winkie is currently in Middlemore hospital (if you are in the area and want to stop by, or send flowers, etc. go ahead!) and the doctors are supposed to decide today what they believe is the best thing for his wound. Winkie met with two doctors last night, who examined him and asked him questions. We were told that after discussion, the head doctors would make a decision Tuesday morning, as to what they believed was best for his situation. Mom and I will go in and see him this morning, and hopefully be there for the main evaluation and to hear their decision.Two days ago we had various people coming by, bringing us food- God is still in control and it is abundantly clear that he is providing for us and taking care of us. Former Agape Force Friends John and Jewel Stephanie and Murry and Lois Evans came by- bringing us all sorts of wonderful food. It was good to see them again, and also Susanna Pennington (a relative) who came by bringing us food and has been a good help to us over the last few days. Noel Maxwell, our non-medical health specialist friend here has also been coming by, bringing various supplements and things to help.As I said before, if you’re in NZ and you’d like to visit Winkie at Middlemore Hospital, he’s in ward eight, fourth floor. Thank you for your prayers.” William Pratney Posted by Israel Anderson