July 18, 2010

Hi Everyone!
I just left Barb and Henry's house and had a nice visit with Barb. Again she is asking that extra prayers be sent out tonight and tomorrow. Henry will be going in on Monday for more surgery. He is supposed to be getting some more skin grafts done on his leg and elbow. Barb said the first graft went well and they were able to cover 40% of an area on his leg! PRAISE GOD!

Some Funnies For You Henry

One of the things I love about you Henry is your sense of humor!
I miss laughing with you everyday!
Your smile comes easy, your laughter is a song...And I'm really
missing that music!
Heal fast, stay strong, and keep the faith!


Whenever God closes one door, he always opens another,
even though sometimes...It's hell in the hallway!
-here's hoping your hallway gets shorter everyday Henry!!

When life hands you lemons, ask for tequila & salt,
and call me over!
(sip, sip, gulp...now where did I put the darn lemon?)

I don't care if you lick windows,
talk to the voices in your head,
or occasionally pee on yourself...
You hang in there sunshine, your special!!!!

Thank you

I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who is contributing and following this blog. Your kind words and encouragement are reassuring to our family in these trying times. We love and appreciate every word that is spoken, typed and prayed in support of Henrys recovery. God bless you all.
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

Henry's Song

Henry wrote this song, "Coming Home". He is singing both parts of the vocals. "Coming Home" is a song off the CD called Almost Home by the Praise Band Joyful Noise. Eastminster Presbyterian Church. You can also view on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh1xS6rF9y0

A Message from Brian

Henry looks good. He ate some cereal and fruit cocktail today Barb said. They did some work on his elbow during yesterdays surgery, and are going to start skin grafts tomorrow. He says he is not really in pain just uncomfortable. I think he looks good and his attitude is good. He even jokes around a little. I said goodbye and that I would be back in a couple days, and he says "I'll be here".

Henry's Blood Drive Please Attend Mon July 19th

Blood Drive In Honor Of Henry Rafferty

Date: Monday, July 19

Time: 7:30am-6:00pm

Where: Community Blood Bank 2646 Peach Street

No Appointment is needed, just walk in!!!

Who is Community Blood Bank?

The Erie Community Blood Bank is the ONLY provider of blood and blood products to all the hospitals and patients in Erie County.

Am I eligible to donate?

Donors must be at least 16 years old with a signed CBB parental permission form, or 17 years old or older. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. Donors must be free of tattoos and/or piercings from a tattoo parlor for at least 1 year. Please eat well before donating. Photo ID is required for every donor.

Who will receive my blood?

Your donation will be put into our general inventory so that patients in Erie County can receive the treatment they need, when they need it.

***The first 50 donors will receive a free appetizer from the Plymouth. Donors can also enjoy lunch, courtesy of the Plymouth, from 11am-1pm after their donation.****

ANYONE WHO WOULD LIKE THE PDF OF THIS HEART TO HEART POSTER SO YOU COULD PRINT OUT TO HANG AROUND TOWN WORK ETC PLEASE EMAIL DAN OR I AT psuraff@gmail.com or mtrent423@yahoo.com AND WE WILL GET IT BACK TO YOU or you can click anywhere on this post and it should give you the heart to heart poster ready to be printed THIS WAY WE CAN GET AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE!!!!!!!

Thank you Cory Rafferty, Henry's cousin, for doing all the leg work to make this happen!

Still Have a Long Road Ahead

Henry is having another cleaning on Tuesday with all the medications and pain we ask that he has NO VISITORS on Tuesday July 13th. So he can rest.

Henry has been in a lot of pain since the pelvic surgery. He is pretty out of it and has not had a real good day since the surgery. We are asking if you stop by and he is resting PLEASE let him rest. Also for the time being please DO NOT call his room if you would just send a card and/or prayers.

We have all been so encouraged with how well Henry is healing, and still are, but Henry is still very hurt and he has a very long road ahead of him.

As always love to all and keep the prayers coming!!