First, I cannot begin to describe the outpouring of love that Melissa has received over the past two weeks.  Thank you - thank you - thank you friends for responding to the urgent request!  Your generosity has been overwhelming.  Because of YOU, Melissa's rent has been paid and food fills her pantry!!  

Melissa's infection has healed from within and now is starting to heal on the outside.  The incision, however, is still open and draining but the pain has greatly diminished. 

She continues to experience numbness and pain going down her left leg and foot.  The surgeon is closely monitoring this development.  He keeps reminding Melissa that because this was a major surgery, it requires a lengthy recovery.  But as we all know, it's hard to keep this good woman down!  :)

So many friends have been helpful, generous, loving, and caring!  Melissa wanted me to make sure that I communicated how grateful she is for everything that has been done on her behalf!  And I know you will be blessed as a result of your sacrificial giving.  God bless you each and everyone!