Walter’s Eye Update

Thank you all for your prayers for us. Walter’s doctor has been pleased with the healing of his eye and has lifted all restrictions on his health. But he does not know if Walter’s vision will be as clear. When the retina detaches, some of the cells can die. If a large percentage of them die, his vision will be darkened like people before their cataract surgery. He will not know his clarity until the gas is gone. Because the doctor changed the concentration of gas in Walter’s eye to aid in the healing of the detached retina, the fluid in his eye is being replaced at a slower rate. This means that he cannot see well through his left eye (light passes through the fluid, not the gas, to transmit the “pictures”). It has been a challenge for him and can make him tired quickly, sometimes it can make him off balance and not able to see things on his left side. That also means he is not able to drive yet, but the doctor said the gas should be gone in two to three weeks!

During the first quarter of school, the middle school English teacher quit. We could not get an English teacher for grade 8 for the second quarter, so they asked Walter if he could teach during the second quarter. Walter agreed. He has been out of the classroom for a while and the methods for language arts have changed since he last taught English, and it is a new curriculum to him so it is more time-consuming for him to prepare for his two classes, but Walter is enjoying being with students again. Please pray that we have someone to teach middle school English for the second semester, so he has more time for all of his administrative duties.

I, Cheryl, had a good time seeing our newest grandchild, Eleanor Smith. It was such a special time to see her, hold her, and encourage Abby as she adjusts to a new little one, juggling her responsibilities at home, taking care of her daughter, and getting sleep. We praise the Lord that the owner of the company she works at allowed her to work from home so she can spend more time with Eleanor.

It was also a blessing to see our daughter, Ashley, and her daughter, Chrystella, for a few days when they came up to meet Eleanor. Chrystella was full of energy and a delight. It was fun to see the young moms together and sharing experiences. It was encouraging to see my parents as well and spend time with them. It really encouraged them. 

Thank you for your prayers,

Walt and Cheryl Spicer