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2006 August....
Dear friends,

ACCIDENT STATUS UPDATE

-MARY:              It has been three months since our head-on collision, we are continuing to mend. Mary is now walking slowly with the aid of a cane, and has started physical therapy this last week, even driving herself to the therapist. Being able to drive an automatic (for which she did not need her left foot) was a real emotional milestone for her.
 -PAUL:               For weeks I have been feeling that my clavicle bones have not bonded. My concern was confirmed last week. Next step might be a device that generates magnetic waves on my shoulder that stimulate the bones to continue to grow--or a surgery. It is a bit creepy to feel my bones slip during certain movements of my arm.
 -FINANCES:       The paperwork generated by insurance companies and medical providers is somewhat overwhelming. The invoices by emergency services, labs, X-Ray departments, individual specialists, the hospital, etc.) go through multiple revisions as insurers adjust the costs or change their minds. I don't know how the average mortal can stay on top of this. Bottom line is that we need to pay $10,000 (the deductible) out of our "own" pockets (we have managed about half of that so far).
-PRAYER NEEDS:
    1) One of my biggest concerns (keeping me sleepless at times) is the possibility that the other party in the accident will not be satisfied with the coverage limit provided by our automobile insurance. The gentleman in the other car (who had similar injuries to our own) has (according to our insurance agent) reached the claims limit, and apparently obtained the services of a lawyer....
    2) Life and workload occasionally seem overwhelming. I seem to be back in a mode where I work all the time. The nature of our ministry extends beyond a nine to five work timeframe, and having an office at home does not help. I need wisdom and discipline to set healthier boundaries.

We appreciate your concern, prayers and support.

Paul and Mary (...walking by His grace)

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