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Category: Philip’s Corner
NINE WEEKS
It is nine weeks today since Philip passed away. From all outward appearances we look like we are doing well. We are up each day accomplishing what we need to …
Phil’s Birthday
Today is Philip’s Birthday. I have been very sad for days but today I am going to the cemetery and then I am going to try and remember Philip the …
WALKING FORWARD & LOOKING BACK
The SECU house asked us to do an article with Judith and Michael Beard( the couple we became very friendly with when we were both staying at the SECU house …
LIFE CONTINUES
It has been four weeks since we have buried our beloved son Philip. The reality is setting in. We feel sure he is in a better place but we miss …
SLOWLY THE DAYS PASS
The hours seem to slowly drift by. I can’t say why exactly, but they do. Yesterday, as I was with a friend and reached into my wallet to pay for …
MOURNING
The official, first week of mourning is now over. I am not yet ready to write about Philip, but I will share some of my thoughts about mourning. The mourning …
Shiva Minyon schedule
Shiva minyon will be at the home of Randy & Shelly Sperlings at 5pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday. 7201 Rollingridge Dr Saturday evening minyon is still being discussed. Shiva …
In Memory
Dear Randy, Shelly and family, I am so happy that our families have become “family”. I could not imagine my life without you in it …and I can only imagine …
Funeral information
Tuesday, Jan 4 11am – JB Tallent Funeral Home 1937 Sharon-Amity Rd at intersection of Monroe Rd
Phil’s journey is over
I’m so sad to have to tell you all that Philip lost his battle with liver disease at approximately 3:30 today, January 2. Funeral arrangements are still pending but the …
WE WAIT
Philip is resting today. Yesterday was exhausting for us all. He was very clear of mind and able to speak very softly. The morning was sad for him as he …
A PARENTS CHILD
I have never been satisfied with anyone’s explanation of what a parent’s love for their child is. You must be a parent to really understand what true unconditional love is …
WHAT DAY OF THE WEEK IS IT?
I have no idea which day of the week it is. We just keep plugging along from minute to minute. This morning we had a visitor come by and I …
IT DOESN’T GET EASIER
The hours and days seem to be running together as Shelly and I sit together in Philip’s room. We tell him how much we love him and that we know …
The Days Are Sad
The days of excitement and optimism are now filled with despair and extreme sadness. Whenever Phil opens his eyes, Randy has hope that he will see her and Shelly and …
DANG
The human spirit is amazing. Our hopes have been squelched by the physicians. Philip’s body seems to be letting him down. Actually, it is pretty sad and Shelly and I …
Another Prayer for Tuesday night, December 28
Dear G-d, Please watch over our beloved Philip as he lies in innocent slumber, with the purest of souls… With broken hearts we watch as liver disease robs him of …
An Urgent Call For Prayer
Our friend Philip Sperling is in critical condition and is in desperate need of our prayers for a total and complete recovery. Please join us Tuesday evening for a chain …
Randy’s home away from home
Randy & Shelly reside at the SECU House at 123 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 while they are in Chapel Hill. It is like a Ronald McDonald …
WE KEEP MARCHING
The day has been full of ups and downs. We thought he was doing better because his white blood count was normal. It was our impression that meant the infection …
PRAYERS HELP
Prayers Help! Philips blood work looks a bit better today. He has a long way to go but at least he is going in the right direction. Thank you all …
Another set back
Philip’s condition continues to be precarious. He now has an infection in his blood, which is referred to as sepsis. They don’t know where it has come from and they …
MORE CHALLLENGES
Yesterday we left the hospital hoping that we would get a call in the night saying that a liver was available because Philip was doing so well. This morning, we …
CREEPING ALONG
Philip seems to be a little better today. All of the blood work may be starting to get into line. We work for balance. I have to say the physicians …
WE MARCH ON
The days seem to be running together. We are always worried about his blood pressure, white blood count, platelets, body temperature, dialysis, infection. I can no longer remember which one …
WE KEEP WAITING
Everyday is a new experience. They tell us that he is stronger today then he was a week ago. Yet, his platelets are down, very down. They have given him …
PLEASE KEEP PRAYING
Holding Holding Holding. We are grateful for the holding but it is not easy. The doctors and nurses are working every minute to keep his body in balance and in …
TICK TOCK
The days seem long and endless as we wait for a liver. Each time the phone rings I hope it is a 919 area code which might be connected to …
REMAINING HOPEFUL
At this point Philip remains critical and on the transplant list. It seems that this can change from hour to hour. He is on the list to be offered a …
Each Day A Gift From G-d
The situation is dire. Philip remains on the transplant list as long as he does not develop any further problems but his condition is very fragile and Randy sits vigil …
The Power of Mitzvot
Dear Ohr HaTorah Friends and Friends of Phillip Sperling, As we wait for a miracle and for G-d’s blessing to restore Phillip’s, (Pesach Yaakov ben Reizel Peshah) health, we try …
DIFFICULT SITUATION
We are struggling with a very difficult situation. Philip’s body is becoming weaker and weaker with more and more problems. The staff is doing the best they can to keep …
TODAY
These days are starting to drag along. Philip doesn’t really make much sense. He just babbles most of the time. He does ask for water, but I can’t give …
Divine Power
So yet another day in cyperspace Philips’ Corner. Randy…What for us comes in a unidimensional state of letters and words, your daily reality slams you right in the face with …
DOWN THE PATH
We are in a race against time. Philip’s condition is deteriorating. The doctors are doing the best they can to keep him going so that he can get a transplant. …
NO CHANGES
Philip remains about the same. I didn’t go up to the hospital today because I thought I might be getting a sore throat. Shelly spent a good part of the …
WE NEED A LIVER
Difficult doesn’t begin to describe the day. Philip is very confused. This is just part of end stage liver disease. Everything that can be done is being done. The fact …
SMALL STEPS
They took Philip off the ventilator this morning. We are very grateful for this miracle. He is now able to talk but his thoughts are a little scattered.
The Marvels of Parental Love
Dear Philip, Much has been written on why bad things happen to good people. It is a question that even the greatest of Rabbis can’t answer effectively. And…It makes you …
SO MUCH TO SAY
Today has been filled with ups and downs. They actually did four procedures on him. First they put him on a ventilator. A central line was put in his …
Phiip’s on a ventilator
They had to put Philip on a ventilator last night. Please PRAY PRAY PRAY for him today with every ounce of faith. May the Lord, blessed be He, grant him …
the good news… and the bad news
We had some really great news today as a cardiac catheterization indicated that Philip’s pulmonary hypertension has come down way below where the doctors wanted it to be in order …
DEEP APPRECIATION
Words cannot express our deep appreciation and thanks to all of you who have been involved in helping us with our prayer chain for Philip. We all felt your warmth …
Tehillim for Dec 7
Chapter 20 1. For the Conductor, a psalm by David. 2. May the Lord answer you on the day of distress; may the Name of the God of Jacob fortify …
Prayer for Philip to recite on Dec 7 @ 7pm
Dear G-d, Please watch over our beloved Philip as he lies in innocent slumber, with the purest of souls… With broken hearts we watch as liver disease robs him of …
PRAYER CHAIN
Philip is taking little steps, but the doctors are not satisfied and are showing great concern about his slow moving progress. They are struggling with finding balance with all …
PRAYER CHAIN
Philip is taking little steps, but the doctors are not satisfied and are showing great concern about his slow moving progress. They are struggling with finding balance with all …
SMALL STEPS
Philip said a few words to us today. We all feel that he is taking baby steps now and we feel encouraged that he will be getting a little better …
Just What is Encephalopathy?
If you look up the definition of encephalopathy, the dictionary would define it as any dysfunction of the brain. In Phil’s case, his encephalopathy is directly related to his liver …