Hello friends.
I come to you this morning requesting prayer for my brother-in-law, Chance. Apparently something happened to him this morning between the time he left for work and 8:30 am. They are suspecting a fall of some sort. He called Erika around 8:30 and was not making any sense and was unable to recall anything from the morning. She quickly got him and took him to the local hospital. He has some trauma to both the front and back of his head. We suspect he hit the front of his head on something, causing him to pass out and fall and hit the back of his head. He has had a CT scan at the local hospital and it shows some bleeding in his brain. He is awake and aware of what is going on but unable to recall any events of the morning. They will be transporting him to a larger hospital in Pensacola, FL because he needs to be seen by a neurosurgeon. At this point they are waiting for an ambulance and the weather is horrible. Erika will not be able to ride in the ambulance with him. Please pray for God’s hand to be on this situation, for Chance’s healing and for peace that only He can bring.
We covet your prayers.
***the weather is really bad… tornado warnings. The ambulance is there at the hospital but they are talking about a closer hospital than Pensacola. They will not fly the helicopter with tornados. E is praying to get him to Pensacola. Please pray that with us.
Erin
April 2, 2009 at 8:15 amI will praying for God to have his hands on both Erika and Chance. I hate that they are going through this difficult time. I love you all!
Tiffany
April 2, 2009 at 8:17 amDarby – You and your sister are both so precious. I stalk both of your blogs and we do have a friendor two in common. I am so shaken by your news this morning. Praying for healing, for peace for Erika that only He can provide, for special protection over the baby during this stressful time. Please keep us posted.
Erin from Austin
April 2, 2009 at 8:18 ampraying for your family.
tmiller
April 2, 2009 at 8:19 amHi! I'm a blog stalker (altough I remember you & your sister from rush) and we have several mutual friends. Anyway, I'm sorry to hear about Chance. I imagine the scariest part is the unknown. I'm praying for Erika, Chance and the doctors.
Tipi Colley Miller
blair p. dubak
April 2, 2009 at 8:25 amD, praying for both Chance & Erika intensely this morning, how frightful for them both. please be sure to keep Erika calm for the well being of her baby…i'm so sorry to hear this news…keep us posted.
The Southern Lady
April 2, 2009 at 8:26 amMy thoughts are prayers are with the entire family, Darby. May God touch them with his healing powers.
Laura
April 2, 2009 at 8:27 amPrayers and prayers are being sent up for Chance and Erika, and for your family to have assurance. Much love to you all.
Andrea
April 2, 2009 at 8:27 amPraying! Keep us posted!
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 8:28 amOn our knees in Mobile, Al.
Peppermint Bee
April 2, 2009 at 8:30 amOh goodness, they will be in my thoughts and prayers.
smitten design
April 2, 2009 at 8:31 ampraying for healing and protection.
xo
Kathy
April 2, 2009 at 8:33 amDarby,
I have enjoyed your blog and Erika’s for awhile now. Your belief in God is what always keeps me reading. Know that your request is heard…praying in Illinois.
Caroline
April 2, 2009 at 8:33 amPraying in Memphis!
Amy Leigh
April 2, 2009 at 8:35 amDarby, I just put a link to your blog on mine–starting the prayer chain!
My hubby sustained a brain injury in 2003 and completely healed thanks to the constant prayer. Please, continue to keep us informed.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 8:36 amPraying in Birmimgham.
Jennie-Marie
April 2, 2009 at 8:36 amPraying, praying and praying some more! Thanks for the update!!!
Sarah's Fab Day
April 2, 2009 at 8:36 amPraying.
The Wileys
April 2, 2009 at 8:38 amTotal blog stalker revealing herself to let you know I’m praying for Chance and Erika. Keep us posted.
ml
April 2, 2009 at 8:40 amOh my goodness! Sending up lots of prayers!
Meredith Latimer
AnNicole @ OurSuburbanCottage
April 2, 2009 at 8:41 amOh my gosh that’s horrible! I will definitely be sending prayers their way! When you have time, please keep us posted.
MyLittleHappyPlace
April 2, 2009 at 8:43 amDarby –
No words can say how we all feel for Erika and Chance right now – for all of you.
Please know you have all our prayers with you.
alison g. (brazil)
mom2three
April 2, 2009 at 8:44 amPraying in Rochester NY too. May God watch over all of you- I’m sure you and your mom are both in need of my prayers too, so even though you didn’t ask for those you’ve got them.
bluehydrangea
April 2, 2009 at 8:47 amPraying for Chance, praying for Erika, praying for better weather. Just plain praying in NC!!!
Natalie McGough
April 2, 2009 at 8:48 amI’m so sorry Chance got hurt. I just said a prayer for them, please keep us updated.
Courtney
April 2, 2009 at 8:49 amI am SO glad I decided to check email before going to bed! I am praying hard for Chance and hoping they get him the medical attention he needs — and quickly. Wish I could wrap my hands are Erika right now, but I’m sending all the love and prayers I can from the other side of the globe.
If you see her, please give her a hug and kiss from me Darby! Keep us posted. xx
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 8:50 amJust said a prayer for your family…
K in Birmingham
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 8:51 ampraying in Dallas
dani
April 2, 2009 at 8:53 ampraying for your family.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 8:53 amPraying for all of you…
Melody
April 2, 2009 at 8:55 amPraying…
The Trouts
April 2, 2009 at 8:57 amOur prayers are with Chance, Erika, and the rest of the family.
Jennifer
April 2, 2009 at 8:58 amI am praying!
Shireen
April 2, 2009 at 8:58 amI’m praying right now, Darby. THank you for sharing.
Erika, if you read this, we’re all praying TOGETHER, and Jesus and the Holy Spirit are praying with us.
We love you all.
Jessica
April 2, 2009 at 9:00 amPrayers from London! May God watch over and protect both Chance and Erika. Please keep us updated.
Ivy
April 2, 2009 at 9:01 amDarby, this makes me sick to my stomach! I’m praying for ya’ll! I can’t imagne how Erika feels and Im so sorry ya’ll can’t be with her right now with this terrible weather. I pray Chance gets the medical attention he needs.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 9:02 amPraying in Birmingham for God’s FULL and timely healing for Chance. Also praying for peace as Erika is by his side. Keep us updated!
Love Being a Nonny
April 2, 2009 at 9:05 amPraying.
Melissa
April 2, 2009 at 9:08 amPraying right now for Chance and Erika, and for the doctors and nurses who will be taking care of him! And for all of your family as y’all worry about them! Please keep us posted.
Carrie
April 2, 2009 at 9:08 amI too am a blog stalker. I will be praying for your family. We serve a mighty God and He can do great things!
tlm
April 2, 2009 at 9:11 amPraying for all in Charlotte.
Katie
April 2, 2009 at 9:14 amDefinitely praying girl.
Linkis Family Love
April 2, 2009 at 9:16 amKeep us posted. God knows what happened to Chance, and will not leave him admist this time of confusion. We are praying for strength, peace, calm, and healing. <><<
"For He shall give His Angels charge over thee." Psalm 91:11
Elizabeth
April 2, 2009 at 9:18 amSending a million prayers that everything will go well!
maggi
April 2, 2009 at 9:19 amI will keep Chance & Erika in my prayers. Our God is mighty! He will take care of Chance! I will also pray for God to keep a mighty hand on Erika and the baby during this time.
Blessings and prayer for your whole family!!!
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 9:19 amPraying in Colorado!
Mandy
April 2, 2009 at 9:26 amWe are praying for your family…Mandy
pam
April 2, 2009 at 9:27 ampraying and keeping you all in my thoughts.
natalie
April 2, 2009 at 9:27 amPraying for Chance and Erika and your family.
Kat
April 2, 2009 at 9:29 amPraying in Atlanta.
Blakely
April 2, 2009 at 9:31 amPraying in Raleigh, NC
Jo
April 2, 2009 at 9:34 amsending lots of prayers and good healing vibes chance and darby’s way. i know everything will be okay!
Lindsey
April 2, 2009 at 9:36 amso sorry darby. praying for chance and erika.
Becky
April 2, 2009 at 9:37 amoh my gosh darby. i’m on it friend. i am on it. God, just put your healing and loving hands on Chance and Erika. Bring clarity.
Sara Huie
April 2, 2009 at 9:38 amoh Darby, praying for all of you from Atlanta…
Pouring it out there...
April 2, 2009 at 9:39 amWe will be praying for your whole family….prayers for healing, prayers for the baby, and prayers of strength for your sister.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 9:39 amI will definitely pray for your family. I follow both of your blogs (they are my fave) and want nothing, but the best for you all.
~Chrissy
Denise
April 2, 2009 at 9:39 amPraying for you all!I am so glad your mama is there. All my love from S.C.
Aulick Family
April 2, 2009 at 9:41 amChance and Erika are in our prayers….
kt
April 2, 2009 at 9:41 amknow we’re praying!! i’m near tears at the moment. please update us as the day goes on.
caylen{and}david
April 2, 2009 at 9:42 amI read yours and Erika’s blogs all the time and think y’all are just great. Definitely praying for them in Phoenix!
Erin
April 2, 2009 at 9:43 amPRAYING in Indiana.
Tara
April 2, 2009 at 9:51 amPraying in Columbus, GA.
Ashley
April 2, 2009 at 9:53 amErika & Chance are in my thoughts and prayers today! How scary…. please keep us updated on his condition.
The Review Lady
April 2, 2009 at 9:53 ampraying in Kentucky.
Lucy
April 2, 2009 at 9:53 amI am praying that God will watch over Chance and Erika. I will also pray that the weather will improve soon so they can get him to the best hospital possible. I am so sorry that this happened. Praying for answers and healing!!!
Victoria
April 2, 2009 at 9:56 amDefinitely praying for both of them!
Beth G.
April 2, 2009 at 9:58 amI am SOOOOOOO sorry!! I am praying NOW!
Jessica
April 2, 2009 at 9:59 amPraying for Erika and Chance.
Melanie
April 2, 2009 at 10:00 amI am praying for you all.
Laura
April 2, 2009 at 10:04 ampraying right now…
S
April 2, 2009 at 10:04 amPraying for all of you in Tx…
The Nebrigs
April 2, 2009 at 10:05 ampraying right now!!!
julie
April 2, 2009 at 10:06 amI am praying for the very, very best. Hugs to you guys.
Tess
April 2, 2009 at 10:07 amOh Darby…we will be lifting them up in prayer! Lord, wrap your arms around this family and hold them tight!
Sarah
April 2, 2009 at 10:09 amI am praying earnestly for your family.
a day in the life of jewels
April 2, 2009 at 10:11 amoh darby..i am so sorry. i will stop and pray for them right now and throughout the day. xo
heather
April 2, 2009 at 10:14 amOh Darby…I can’t imagine what Erika is going through. Please pass along our support and keep us posted!
Katie and Matt
April 2, 2009 at 10:15 amstorming heaven’s gates
Allie
April 2, 2009 at 10:25 amI follow both yours and Erika’s blogs daily although I never comment. Lots of thoughts and prayers are coming from New Jersey.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 10:34 amPraying in Indiana!
Mary Feagley and family
Church family
The Turning Pointe UMC
Evansville
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 10:40 ampraying in North Georgia
Elements of Style
April 2, 2009 at 10:41 amOh my goodness, I am so concerned. Please keep us updated and I’ll keep them both in my thoughts all day!!
Jennifer
April 2, 2009 at 10:41 amI follow both yours and Erika’s blogs and I am sending hugs and good thoughts from Philadelphia!
Kellie
April 2, 2009 at 10:43 amI know too well how scary this can be – I’m hitting the floor right now (in my office at work) and praying for God’s safety on the transporting, the wisdom of the doctors, peace for Chance and Erika and safety for the baby girl. I love you all!
Sarah
April 2, 2009 at 10:45 amI love both your blog and Erika’s but have never previously commented. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with Chance, Erika and your whole family.
The Sims Family
April 2, 2009 at 10:48 amI will be praying for Chance & Erika! I can't imagine how scared they are. God is good and will see them through. Love to you all!
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 10:49 amI will be praying.
MaryBeth
April 2, 2009 at 10:50 amMy prayers are going out to your entire family. MB
Ashley
April 2, 2009 at 10:53 amDarby, I am praying for all of you. I’m from Pensacola, I don’t live there anymore but my family is there, if anyone needs a place to stay or food brought in…anything, please contact me. We would be more then happy to help.
Household6
April 2, 2009 at 10:57 amI will be praying. Tell that ambulance to take Erika!! Do they really want a pregnant woman driving in crazy weather?!
Dave and Mandi
April 2, 2009 at 10:57 amI’m praying for Chance, Erika, and cooperative weather.
Mod Girl
April 2, 2009 at 11:02 amI’m praying.
Christine from Boston
April 2, 2009 at 11:03 amI will be praying in Massachusetts.
Tiffany
April 2, 2009 at 11:03 amI am praying for you and your family.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:06 amPraying in Birmingham.
Amber
April 2, 2009 at 11:07 amHi – I will pray for Chance and for Erika and for the safe and quick passage to get the hospital care he needs. Keep us posted as to his status and take care of yourself too.
The Wilsons
April 2, 2009 at 11:08 amPrayers for you. Please keep us posted.
Kara
April 2, 2009 at 11:09 amLord give this family the strength that only YOU can provide. Intercede in this tragedy and carry Chance safely through this and bring peace to his beautiful wife.
In Jesus’ name we ask these things.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:09 amDarby, Please let your family know that they are in our hearts and minds today. I wish for Chance a speedy recovery.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:11 ampraying in nashville.
Gail
April 2, 2009 at 11:11 amMay His peace, love, and grace be with each of you today. My prayers are with you and please know that this post has been sent out to other believers. When any two shall come together and ask…I believe! Praying for Erika and her darling husband. In his love, Gail
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:14 ampraying in Memphis.
The Di Vito's
April 2, 2009 at 11:15 amI will start praying immediately! God bless you & your family.
Kendra White
April 2, 2009 at 11:15 ampraying in Indiana…
Jessica Ranjbari
April 2, 2009 at 11:15 amI’m about to go spend some time praying for them! Please let us know what you find out once you hear from Erika…
Eleanor Oser
April 2, 2009 at 11:18 amI am praying for all of you – for healing for Chance, peace for Erika and the baby, and wisdom for the doctors!! Please keep us posted!
Shonna
April 2, 2009 at 11:23 amPraying in south Alabama!
Lacey
April 2, 2009 at 11:24 amDarby–I love both yours and Erika’s blogs (although I’ve never commented). I’ll be praying and thinking about yall.
-Lacey Shaffer
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:26 ampraying in louisiana!
amy
April 2, 2009 at 11:29 amWe are praying for your family!
tarheel
April 2, 2009 at 11:32 ampraying for Chance, Erika, the baby and your whole lovely family in Charlotte.
Ashley
April 2, 2009 at 11:32 amI follow your bog weekly…your faith and family are such an inspiration. I will keep Chance and Erika in my thoughts and prayers.
Leigh Smith Baxter
April 2, 2009 at 11:35 amDarby- Courtney's family is praying in Baton Rouge & Houston! We are deeply saddened by this news. We had the wonderful opportunity to meet & spend time with with Erika & Chance this past weekend & could see instantly why Court & JJ are so fond of them. We will continue to ask God to look after them & bring them safely out of harm's way. Our thoughts are with you all.
Brandi Bartee
April 2, 2009 at 11:38 amPraying in Charlotte
WallysMama
April 2, 2009 at 11:48 amPraying in Starkville, MS. Please post an update when you are able!
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 11:49 ampraying for chance and all his family, drs, safe travels for everyone.
Lydia
April 2, 2009 at 12:08 pmPraying in Braselton, GA….God Bless.
Kaysha Patel
April 2, 2009 at 12:09 pmSo sorry to hear about Chance. I will be praying for him and your family and will keep you in my thoughts…
Keith
April 2, 2009 at 12:42 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with you from Houston.
Abby
April 2, 2009 at 1:40 pmOh, no. How terrible. We will all be thinking of your family today. Please tell Erika that we all love her so much and are wishing hard for a good outcome.
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 1:45 pmpraying in michigan
Anonymous
April 2, 2009 at 3:16 pmI have been a reader for some time now, but never commented before. We are on our knees praying in Tennessee for Chance and Erika right now. Thank you for keeping us updated, so our prayers can be specific! God bless, Darby!
Amanda
April 2, 2009 at 5:00 pmI am praying for your family.
Kate@ Kids and Cocktails
April 2, 2009 at 7:26 pmChance, Erika and their little one are in my prayers. Please give her a big blog hug for all of us.
jordanp
April 2, 2009 at 7:38 pmPraying, praying, praying for his quick recovery.
Chris
April 2, 2009 at 7:50 pmI know the Lord is with Chance and you all. I just had the chance to meet both he and Erika last weekend for the first time. Chance and I talked a lot about my kids and his baby. A very sweet guy.
Peace & Love to you all,
Chris
Anonymous
April 4, 2009 at 2:49 amI am so sorry to hear this. I will be praying for him and your family. I read the update from Seleta’s blog. I live in the area and Sacred Heart (where I assume he is at in P’cola) is a wonderful hospital. I’m confident that they have the best doctors helping him. I’m praying for ya’ll!