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Drake Eli Hall was born at almost 25 weeks. He weighed less than two pounds and had numerous obstacles to overcome. His mom and dad love him like crazy. At one year old he got to come home from the hospital and celebrate his first birthday.

Things were going well for the first few months. His lungs were maturing, though he had to wear his little oxygen tube. His PT was helping him as he soared around the room in his horsie walker. He was responding to his momma's love and his dad's touch, and his favorite was his sister, Kimber.

One month ago Drake started having trouble breathing. He had pneumonia. He spent a week in the hospital and showed improvement. He came home and got sick again. Today little Drake is in a drug-induced coma and doctors are trying to help him fight to heal.

I know this family well. I love Justin and Jennifer as if they were my own family. As I visited Drake's Caring Bridge site, I heard the fatigued voice of a mom who has had a tough, tough year. I am asking that you pray for Drake. But also for Justin and Jennifer and Kimber. I am also asking that you forward this to your church prayer lists, to praying friends, and to anyone who will call out Drake's name in prayer. We need to surround this family in a strong circle of prayer and love.

On Caring Bridge, Jennifer is sharing her son's progress and pictures. If you would like to leave her a brief note letting her know that you are praying or that you are asking others to pray, perhaps that would encourage this mom. I would only ask that the words be comforting and brief. It's easy to get overwhelmed when life has been tough for several months in a row.

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T. Suzanne Eller Comment by T. Suzanne Eller on April 29, 2009 at 8:02am
He goes home today!
Peggy Gorman Comment by Peggy Gorman on April 28, 2009 at 5:59am
What a cute little guy. Praying that God and the angels protect him . Looks like he already had enough of poking and proding,pray that he is healed
Nancy Bebber Comment by Nancy Bebber on April 18, 2009 at 4:15am
I will certainly ask my church to pray for your little angel tomorrow. I have a new grandson named Elijah Joe and Im thankful everyday he is healthy as well as my other two Katelyn, 6 1/2 yrs. old and Gage 18 months. I will send up "popcorn prayers" for Drake. He is adorable. Stay faithful and strong.
Deana Comment by Deana on April 17, 2009 at 9:02pm
My prayers are with you and your family. May you find the peace that passes all understanding and the rest that comes only from God. God, in your infinite wisdom, grant an extra measure of wisdom to the doctors and nurses as they care for this precious child of yours.
T. Suzanne Eller Comment by T. Suzanne Eller on April 16, 2009 at 8:28am
Continue to share this with your churches and friends. New update today on Drake on Caring Bridge. Jennifer is noticing those who are encouraging her. Drake is showing improvement! Check out latest update at: http://www.caringbridge.org:80/visit/drakehall
Lou Comment by Lou on April 15, 2009 at 11:04pm
Caring Bridge is such a wonderful site for anyone who doesn't know. My prayers are with Drake that God will touch him with His healing hand and give you and your husband the rest and strength you both need. I will also go to Caring Bridge and leave a note in Drake's guestbook.
Becky Rayborn Comment by Becky Rayborn on April 15, 2009 at 9:16pm
I am praying for you and your family!
Melony Hopfer Comment by Melony Hopfer on April 15, 2009 at 2:52pm
I will pray.
Stephanie Comment by Stephanie on April 15, 2009 at 2:13pm

Jennifer, we are all in prayer for Drake's full recovery and for your entire family in His truth, peace, love, hope, joy, enlightenment, and your heart's desire.

God Bless and Good Light to you always.
TMR Comment by TMR on April 15, 2009 at 12:23pm
My heart and prayers go out to you. May the Lord give Jennifer renewed strength and courage. May the Lord continue to bless the doctors and nurses as they watch over Drake. It is in His hands.

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