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Today is number 19 for this particular type of procedure.  Her 20th surgery.  Her 23rd time being under general anesthesia.  We covet your prayers today as I would say we’re more anxious about this one than any of the other ones.  We’ve been talking it through, discussing it in length, praying about it, explaining why we do it and all of that stuff, but we’re nervous.  Number 18 started off fun.  Remember how I surprised her with that overnight stay at the resort in Dallas?  We were really trying to create something super positive around it, but it ended up being our hardest one to date.  After we got home from the procedure, things took a turn and we ended up back in the hospital the entire next day.  The complications came not from the actual vascular procedure but from her being intubated for anesthesia.  So, even though it’s not likely to happen again, 18 left such a bad taste in our mouths that we need a few extra prayers today.  Thank you so much for constantly and consistently loving on my family.  There aren’t even words to express my gratitude. xo

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  2. Jennifer Hampton says

    Bless her precious little bones. Covering her with a blanket of prayers and peace. God is able! God is mighty!
    Love you Ashby!

  3. Jessica says

    Prayers for your sweet and brave girl!!! Praying for a smooth and easy surgery and recovery. Praying for peace and comfort for all of you!

  6. Stephanie says

    Praying for your sweet, beautiful, BRAVE daughter. Ashby, God is doing GREAT things through you sweet girl! Also praying for you, mama! May He give you all hope and peace today. ❤️

  8. Sarah Wright says

    Praying for you, Ashby! Today and always. ❤️I pray you are comforted by your family, friends, and strangers alike!

  15. Jenny V. says

    Prayers for sweet Ashby. What a brave little girl she is! Praying that her surgery and recovery go as smooth as they possibly can.?

  16. Becky says

    Ashby, what amazes me about our God is that He heard our prayers before they left our lips…….

  19. Brittany says

    Praying for Ashby today and your entire family. God is a big God and He loves us and is our comforter and perfect healer. Praying you all feel His peace today and that everything goes well. ?

  20. Sheaffer Sims says

    Praying for Ashby, for you, and for all the doctors and nurses. Praying for your anxiety, the procedure, and hopefully no nausea after. Love y’all so much.

  21. Rebecca says

    Praying right now for this sweet girl, a successful surgery, amazing doctors, and for you and your family as you see her go through all of this.

  25. Debbie Hammond says

    I pray you all will sense His presence and feel His power today as Ashby undergoes surgery. I pray above all that Ashby is wrapped in comfort and God’s healing hand.

  26. Bev says

    Praying for Ashby now, all of you, and particularly those tending to her. Please Lord, guide each step, each procedure, her recovery. May it all go according to your perfect plan! ??

  28. Prudence says

    Sending prayers of strength, comfort and healing to sweet Ashby and your entire family. I pray that the procedure goes well and her healing process is fast and without any complications. She is the bravest and strongest little girl.

  31. Courtney says

    Prayers for you, your sweet Ashby, and all of the medical staff taking care of her today. I pray, Lord, for a procedure that’s successful with no complications. I pray for a speedy recovery with little downtime for this girl. I pray for no pain or minimal pain that can be controlled and I pray she is able to sleep and rest comfortably today. I pray that you would wrap Your mighty arms around them and give them strength, comfort, and peace today. Amen.

  35. Lori says

    Prayers for sweet Ashby from Georgia. Never met her, but love her just the same. She seems like the sweetest child. Only God could orchestrate you being this little girl’s Momma! I hope all goes well with the procedure and the recovery is speedy. God bless!

  41. Tracey Shepherd says

    Good morning, Shay. My mama heart goes out to you. I just prayed over Ashby’s procedure, and the Lord gently reminded me that “the battle is the Lord’s” (I Sam 17:47). I hope this encourages you today.

  43. Sonia says

    Holy Father,
    You have soothed us, saying “do not worry about tomorrow”.
    Thank you that you pour out your spirit upon each day.
    Thank you that your grace is sufficient for us within each moment that we live.

    So I pray for Ashby and her family that they would know your peace in their hearts.
    A peace that surpasses all understanding.
    A peace that guards their hearts and minds.
    A peace that they receive from Christ himself.

    Lord, as they undergo this surgery, come and be present, watching, waiting, moving to help and guard every moment during this procedure. May they be held in your loving arms and protected from all harm.

    In Jesus name,
    Amen.

    Sending love and hugs xxx

  44. Amy Heinl says

    Dear Heavenly Fatger, Please put your loving and protective arms around Ashby as she goes through another procedure. Please be with her medical team and guide them with your wisdom. I pray that this procedure is gentle so that yhe side effects are kept to a minimum. We ask this in Jesus’s name…amem

  48. Kim says

    Lifting up prayers for your sweet warrior princess! May God wrap her in the biggest hug with his Masterful hands! Sending your family BIG hugs and lots of love.

  53. Brandye says

    Shay, I am praying for your sweet Ashby and your whole family. This has to be tremendously difficult. God has got this. Ashby is an amazing young woman and this horrible situation is training her for something more amazing than we can ever imagine. That doesn’t make these days any easier, I know. All the hugs to you all.

  55. Karen Smith says

    I have followed you for years but never commented. I have prayed for Ashby and your family when she has procedures. Our 10 year old granddaughter was born with congenital heart condition. Praying extra today.

  57. Jo Biddick says

    There is NOTHING that God can’t do! Praying today and during the healing process that God will provide exactly what each member of your precious family needs, especially Miss Ashby.

  58. Kristin Lester says

    Praying for your sweet girl and your mama heart Shay!! Sending so much love and prayer from PA.

  59. Paige E says

    Jesus, stay near to Ashby and family today. Hold them close and tight. I pray for less pain and easier recovery. This little girl is a warrior and so is her mama. Thank you for loving them.

  60. Michele says

    Praying you sweet Ashby, you and Andrew. I’m praying for complete peace and for God to guide the doctor’s every movement.

  63. sandi says

    Jesus, watch over Ashby and the surgeons during this procedure. She is fearfully and wonderfully made and a treasured child of God. Amen

  64. Raquel says

    Praying for sweet Ashby! The Lord is mighty and we believe he will carry her through today. Stay strong Mama!

  68. Tamra says

    Dear Jesus, Please wrap your loving arms around sweet Ashby today. Help her to feel safe, and not afraid. Bless her doctors and nurses with skill. Please give her good health and confidence in you. Amen

    Romans 12:12
    Take care Mama!

  74. Shirley says

    Bless this sweet little girl! Ashby’s shirt is just perfect for the day. I could just give her the biggest hug of encouragement during this difficult time! God sure gave her a bunch of resilience, didn’t He? I’m praying, praying, praying!!!

  78. Amy D. says

    My thoughts and prayers are with sweet Ashby, you and your family. Ashby is so strong and brave. Sending you all my prayers and love.

  79. Julie Kitchens says

    Praying for sweet Ashby and her family! Ashby you are so Brave and God has great plans for you!!!

  81. Marisa Patel says

    Sending our prayers for sweet Ashby, her doctors, medical staff, parents, siblings, and extended family as you all stand strong for her.

  82. Pam Zercher says

    Oh Shay! My mama’s heart breaks you and Ashby every time I read she going in for another surgery. I AM praying-for the doctor and anesthesiologists and nurses all around her. And for you as a loving mama. ?

  83. WhittyWife says

    Praying for you all. ❤❤ Thank you for updating us and giving us the privilege to pray for your sweet girl.

  84. Sheila says

    Sending prayers for Sweet little Ashby coming from Wisconsin!! You are such a brave little girl – sending you and your family lots of prayers for a easier recovery!!

  85. Beth Valenta says

    Prayers for your sweet Ashby and family. I have this next to my bed and thought you could use it. Rest tonight. The things you have been worrying about. God is already working on it.

  87. Corbie says

    I’m saying prayers right now for you sweet Ashby; I hope and pray your surgery will be successful today and that you recover from this one easily. You are a strong, brave girl.

  90. Jen says

    Dearest God, please hold Ashby in Your arms and give her peace and comfort. Place Your hand on the heart of Shay and give her strength before, during and after Ashby’s procedure. May Your love and protection be with the Shulls today, and always. Amen.

  91. Renee says

    Prayers for sweet, brave Ashby! Also praying for her family as well as the doctors & nurses caring for her!

  92. Janie Parham says

    Praying that our God of love and mercy will carry Ashley through this day with His healing hand, peace, and grace. May the procedure be successful, without complications, and may the recovery be easy and speedy. Praying with belief and Thanksgiving for what He is going to do. God must have an amazing plan for this dear little girl’s life!

  97. Amanda Jennings says

    Stopping to pray for you guys and sweet Ashby right now. She is such a brave girl and the lord has BIG plans for her. This is just part of her story that she will get to share one day.

  99. Julie G. says

    I’ve never commented before, but this is just too important not to let you know that I always pray for your sweet family on these surgery days. Thank you for the opportunity to do so. Please know in this very moment I am lifting up your precious Ashby, you, Andrew & her medical team in prayer! May God comfort Ashby and meet her every need.
    “So do not fear because I am with you; for I am your God. I will strengthen and help you.” -Isaiah 41:10

  100. Debbie Hein says

    Ashby is one of the bravest people I have ever “known”. She is like a super hero. Praying that she has an easier time this go round. Sending love and support for you all.

  101. Debbie Dunbar says

    I have been praying for sweet Ashby every day! I hope that soon these procedures will be a thing of the past!

  103. Emily Newcomb says

    I wish I had an ounce of the bravery of sweet Ashby. Sending love and prayers to her and the whole family, and some peace for your mama heart.

  112. Julie says

    Sending every warm wish and prayer your way today! I hope Ashby gets through this one much better than last time. I’m so glad the universe brought her to you so she gets to have the most incredible and loving family by her side while she goes through all this.

  117. molly says

    Saying extra prayers for you and your sweet family, especially Ashby. You are one strong momma!

  118. Sarah says

    Praying for Ashby and your whole family. As a mom, I can only imagine how you feel. Ashby is such an inspiration!

  119. Michaelann Seiders says

    Praying for your family and all medical personal that come into contact with this super brave little girl!

  120. Jackie says

    Sending such big prayers for your sweet Ashby! I hope the surgery goes smoothly and that her recovery isn’t bad at all. XO

  123. Cheryl Cramer says

    God has this little one in His hands and all of you also. She is so brave and so are you. I believe in miracles. Ashby is a miracle. A little amazing wonderful brave miracle. Trust God …He has this.
    Hugs and lots of prayers.

  126. Dawn says

    You go, Ashby!!! I’d be willing to bet that seeing your cute self show up at the hospital is an encouragement to children AND adults alike. What a blessing you must be to others. I’ll ask the Lord to allow you to know He is right there with you, taking care of everything.

  128. Janet says

    I pray that all went well with today’s procedure. Praying that she did well with the anesthesia and no complications this time.

  129. Allison says

    I’m praying for your sweet little girl and your whole family today. My heart aches that she has to go through with this. I was adopted myself and your story continues to inspire this old 46 year old. I hope you are able to find the comfort and peace that only He can supply.

  132. Kathleen Latham says

    Praying for your girl. I cannot imagine what she has gone through and what you have to endure watching her each time. Praying for the procedure to go as well as possible and a quick recovery!

  133. Liz Thorson says

    I’ve carried positive thoughts of sweet, brave Ashby and her dear, worried mommy, allllll day long. I’m so hoping this go around was not as difficult, painful and scary as the last one. ❤️

  134. Sandy Blitch says

    Praying for Ashby is such a privilege. She is a mighty little warrior! But still, I know it is rough on all of you! I pray that by today, she is recuperating peacefully and maybe that will lead to a relaxing day for you and her sweet family.

  135. Brooke J says

    I notice you didn’t make a post today and that made me worry about how Ashby is doing. Prayers to you and your little girl.

  136. KERRY says

    I am praying for sweet Ashby as well as you, Andrew and the kids. Also praying for the medical staff. You’ve got one brave little girl there! xoxo

  139. Joan Walton says

    I am not a religious person, but I am sending every warm and good wish your way for great success, little pain and no complications…for you and your family. Ashby is one tough cookie, going through this time after time with such a strong spirit. And you are one terrific and strong mom. I enjoy reading about your family. I wish Ashby a wonderful life made more deeply enriched by what she has had to overcome.