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Quickly… I wanted to let you all know Nick had a second brain surgery on Tuesday the 3rd of July ..today we are back here at Froedtert with some complications…

It’s been one hell of a morning is all I can say… but I feel better he is here now and they can take care of him.

I tried to keep this all on the down low not make a big deal about it… but that is not how it is going to happen…I have not worked much since he arrived home a day and a half after his procedure…way too soon to be put in my hands for his care…

I can’t post or if I do get a chance to be on my Phone/computer it isn’t much…just to check/delete emails and I thought by now he’d be on the mend…and all would go on…

His brain is leaking and is under a lot of pressure… so I’m sure there will be yet another surgery soon hopefully

Please say a prayer for him…

So I am asking you to be patient with me and I’ll do my best to keep up on the things that really must be done..

I know I’ve promised some posts and videos in my FB groups and other things as well but this is why I’ve been absent and might be for a bit…

Thanks in advance for your understanding…

Lisa

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I live on a lake in beautiful Butte Des Morts, WI. I have three sons: Lance (forever 29), Luke 33, Jake 32, and two grand-babies, Little Man and O-Bug. I've been married to the love of my life Nick, since 1998 when we started our crazy adventure together! I am a quilter, rugger, and gardener. I also love to cook when I get the chance. Thanks for visiting and supporting Primitive Gathering Quilt Shop where I try to bring you the best Moda fabrics and wool projects anywhere!

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  2. Completely understanding your absence. Family most important!! Prayers for Nicks health and you and your families strength. Hang in there, we are all here when you are ready. Hugs

  3. You need to focuse on your husband. That is first and foremost, the rest can just wait until things settle down. Sending prayers for you, Nick, doctors and nurses.
    PattiO

  4. Prayers for your whole family especially Nick. So so sorry you are dealing with his illness. Hope recovery will be soon.

  5. God speed to his recovery and we all surely will pray for this to be behind you soon with everyone healed and happy!
    Audrey

  9. keeping Nick and you in my prayers – just take care of your family…don’t worry about anything else right now!

  12. Lisa…..I am so sorry to hear all this about your Nick.
    Sending up prayers for you both!!

  14. Prayers and hugs – take care of Nick and yourself too. That is the most important thing in your life right now.

  15. Your absence is completely understandable. Family first. Prayers for Nick’s health and for you and your families strength. Hugs

  16. This is a time Lisa when it’s helpful for people to know something of what you’re facing, so thank you for that and good hopes are with you.
    Then I t’s a time to let everything else go and put your attention on Nick and yourself. Anytging else else can wait.

  17. We are the least of your worries right now. We are praying 🙏 and take care of your hubby!😄

  19. Prayers for all of you. Please know we wish you the gift of all the time you need. That is the most important.

  22. Prayers for you and your family to give you the strength to get Nick through his recovery.

  23. I am so sorry Lisa. Please take care of yourself and Nick. The rest of us can wait. Love and prayers for you both and for the doctors that will be attending to him.

  27. Prayers for your entire family. You are focused on the important things in life. Take care!

  29. Praying for Nick and you. What is most important is your family. Don’t think about the rest.

  31. Will be praying for you and your family. Nothing is more important that taking care of your loved ones. God Bless you both.

  33. Many prayers for Nick and you and his doctors. Please don’t have a care about any postings- the least important thing right now. God bless and strengthen you.

  35. Prayers for Nick, his medical care team and you. Just remember to breathe. You have a village looking out and caring for you!

  36. Nick’s health is your number one priority. Everything else can wait. Prayers for you both

  37. Just remember family comes FIRST! Leave the rest for your employees! You have great ones. Definitely in my prayers for Nick & you!

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  38. So sorry to hear about Nick’s continued illness. Will keep you all in my prayers that all will go well.

  40. Also praying for you both. If there is anything I can do just yell and keep us posted-we all care about you.

  41. Oh Sweetie my heart aches for you! Be assured of many prayers from the huge quilting community! Love and hugs.
    Susan

  44. Lisa,

    Prayers for Nick are on the way. I know he will be getting better soon.

    Cindy B
    Houston.

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  46. Praying for you all! Thank you for the update. Remember you have more people who understand your situation than those who don’t. Love from TN

  49. You take care of Nick and yourself. Everything else can wait. Prayers coming your way.

  51. Family ALWAYS comes first Lisa. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way, hoping for a speedy recovery for Nick and strength for you and your family. Best wishes.

  52. Lisa, I am so sorry to hear Nick is having complications. Both of you are in my prayers.

  53. Will certainly keep Nick our prayers, and also you Lisa. Don’t worry about work – it’ll be there when you can get back to it. Our thoughts are with your whole family.

  54. My prayers to you and Nick. Please take care of yourself and not worry about all of us. 🙏

  56. Dear Lisa,
    Your family comes first, and I know Nick is your world. Praying that Nick will be recovering and doing better soon. Take care of yourself too, that is very important. All else can wait for now.

  62. Lisa..please know the only things that matter are heart things. Nick..children…family….you. Rest when you can. DELEGATE…let the rest go. You have given all of us so much of yourself. Let us give you our prAyers and support and love for you and your loved ones.

  63. Oh Lisa, I am so sorry Nick had to have another surgery. So, so sorry there were complications. Praying for you, Nick, and his medical care team. Hugs.

  68. Lisa, you need to take care of your family, first and foremost. Prayers are a powerful tool!!!!
    Chris

  70. Lisa, please do not worry about the group. Your family is so much more important. Please know that you are being surrounded by prayers from your friends and the group. Remember if God brings you to it, He will bring you through it. Blessings and best wishes to your entire family.

  71. We have been there –take care of ,Nick, yourself , the little man and of course Jeter–we will quilt later –prayers, Shirley

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  72. Prayers for ALL! May Gods loving arms surround all w peace and healing! Your family is first priority.

  73. I’m so sorry, Lisa … As far as I am concerned, we need to be way on the bottom of your list of things to do. Your priority is to continue doing what you are doing …. loving, supporting and taking care of your husband and family. All we can do is pray and support YOU in this difficult time.

  77. Lisa,
    Your priority is your family and taking care of yourself. The rest is just stuff that doesn’t matter right now. I’m praying for you both and hoping for improvement for Nick.
    Stacy

  80. My husband went thru the same surgery and had those complications. It’s very hard on the care taker. Hopefully they will get this under control quickly. Prayers

  82. Lisa, please just take care of dear Nick and yourself. That is all you need to think about. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Sandra

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  88. Lisa, prayers going up for you both. Take care of your man; we all have plenty to stitch on. Forget about us for awhile and focus on what’s important — and it’s not stitching! Hugs!!!!!

  89. Nick will be added to my prayers and you and all your family at this very stressful time. I went through cancer treatment this past winter for a form of leukemia and at the same time my son-in-law was also being treated for cancer. What you learn is that almost nothing else matters but family. Projects go on the “back burner” because appointments at the clinic, surgeries, blood transfusions, chemo treatments, reactions to meds, all those things take precedence. Take a deep breath, if needed, just put some things on hold. I have completely looked at my life and how I thought I should be living it and made some changes that lowered stress. I should add that I’m in remission but my son-in-law is still in a battle with his cancer. Remember the words of Scarlet O’Hara…..”tomorrow is another day”. Things will get better, they may be different and that is certainly the case in our family but because of family and friends we get through to that other day. Oh, and always having a stitching project to keep my hands busy was better than some medicines I was given. 😉

  90. We’re not going anywhere. Take all the time you need for your family. Prayers for you and Nick.

  91. Sending prayers for Nick and your family during this difficult time. Keep your chin up.

  93. Do what you most need to do. All this blog stuff will keep. Take care of Nick and of yourself. People get this. You have a lot on your plate. Prayers, and God bless.

  94. Lisa – you and Nick are in our thoughts and prayers. Nothing scarier than issues with the brain. Take it one baby step at a time. Know that your quilt friends are here for you and all you need to do is call on us at anytime. Knowing people are there for you and really care for both of you is comforting and very important. ♥️ To you both.

  95. Family comes first! Take care of Nick and yourself! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

  96. you are both in my prayers..don’t worry about stuff! take care of Nick & yourself.

  97. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, as well as the caregivers. Don’t worry about anything other than your family. Everything else will be here whenever.

  98. Dear Lisa,
    Nick, You and Family first! My prayers for all of you and the medical team attending him. God Bless, Lynne

  99. Praying for you and Nick. Please don’t worry about your work at this time. Take care of yourself.

  101. Your husband and family come first – and also take care of yourself!
    Those of us who look forward to your shared creativity can be very patient and should not be of your concern at the moment – I too am sending prayers for your husband’s full recovery

  104. Prayers for you and for Nick’s healing, Lisa. Times like this require that we are away, caring for our families. I feel certain that we all understand that. Please take care of you, too.

    All my best,
    Joni Jecklin

  105. Dear Lisa,

    I will keep you and Nick in my thoughts and prayers.

    Gloria Cook

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  106. Lisa, family first. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. You have a capable staff that can do the rest. Marianne

  107. Oh Lisa… I’m so sorry, but with all of us sending up prayers, Nick will have to be back to his old self soon. Love and hugs to both of you and “little man” too who must miss fishing with Grandpa.

  110. Ceaseless prayers for healing. Prayers for you and yours during this most difficult time. Thinking of you in Peachtree City, GA.

  111. As much as welve fabric, you must and do love your husband more. Praayers for his safe recovery.

  112. Your priority is NICK. Be there for him. We will be here for you sending good vibes and strength your way. Beth

  114. You are in my thoughts and prayers!! Don’t worry about anything except Nick he is the most important right now!!

    Debby Harapat

  115. So sorry, you need to take care of Nick’ All else can wait Saying a prayer, from Rochester,NY

  116. My husband had this problem last year. He is fine now. Will keep you in my prayers.

  119. My prayers are with you. Have no anxiety about work things–they won’t go anywhere. Nick needs you more. We love you.

  121. You and Nick are in my prayers daily. Family is so much more important than any blog or email or video so please just take care of yourself and Nick.

    Theresa Fisher

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  123. May our Heavenly Father guide and assist the doctors and hospital personnel as they tend to Nick. May He surround and hold Nick in His hands, love him and give him strength. May He also be with and comfort Nick’s family, Amen Family comes before business. Take care of yourself also.

  124. I will hold Nick and you in my prayers. You and your family come first. Sending hugs your way.

  125. I know we are all always depending and appreciate your posts but even when we act like we can’t live without we can and I am sure all of us want you to take care of Nick and yourself. Just know we will always be here to enjoy what you share of your talents with us…but your and Nicks well-being is most important.

  126. Of course will be praying for Nick’s recovery, and for you.

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  127. I will definitely keep you and Nick in my prayers. Fran House

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  128. Scary situation. Prayers for all. So very sorry to hear of surgery & complications.

  133. The Lord’s Prayer is powerful. (I don’t mean to offend you Lisa by mentioning this.) Let the healing begin.
    Caren

  135. Be where you need to be – with Nick — everything will wait for you — thoughts & prayers for you and Nick

  136. Sending prayers for you and Nick. May God bless Nick with a quick recovery. Hugs to you both!

  137. Lisa, Steve and I are praying… I don’t know what to say to comfort you, but know I love you. Love and Hugs Liz

  138. Unceasing prayers for you all….for quick healing..good care.. and peace. Sending love your way to return the many blessings you have given us thru the years

  140. Praying for Nick and for you as I know when a loved one is ill, you hurt too. We love you and please take care of yourself as well.

  142. Thoughts and prayers are with Nick, you and your family. Your primary concern now is your family. We all love you and your staff will take good care of the business side for you. You have great people behind you.

  143. Prayers for you both. He is of upmost importance as is keeping yourself healthy while you care for him. Thanks for sharing your trial. May there be peace in your storm and may all your customers have big hearts and not appetites. 🙏❤️

  146. Nick is your first priority and of course you and your are in my prayers.

  151. Lisa, I am so sorry you both are going through this. Much love and prayer for both you and Nick. Hugs as well.

  152. So sorry to hear that Nick is back in the hospital. as you say he is in good hands. Will keep Nick and you in my prayers. Take care of your family. Our quilting can wait!!! God bless!

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  153. Do not give your business a second thought! Nick is more important and if you get behind, it’s okay, no matter how far. We will be here for you with love and prayers!😍

  154. So sorry for the complications for your husband’s surgery. Prayers for a great outcome for him. And good thoughts for you as you care for him.

    Sincerely,

    Ruth Wilfong

    On Mon, Jul 9, 2018 at 1:27 PM, Lisa Bongean’s Web Blog… wrote:

    > lisabongean posted: “Quickly… I wanted to let you all know Nick had a > second brain surgery on Tuesday the 3rd of July ..today we are back here at > Froedtert with some complications… It’s been one hell of a morning is all > I can say… but I feel better he is here now and t” >

  155. Nothing more important right now than Nick — and you. Know that so many thoughts and prayers are coming your way to help you safely through this storm and into a peaceful harbor.

  156. Nick and your family ALWAYS comes first – my prayers for Nick and your family
    Georgie Larson

  158. Lisa, my prayers for Nick, you and family. Prayers for healing, peace and calm for you. Everyone loves you and Nick!!

  160. Prayers are being offered for you and Nick…..Please take care of both of you and quilting will happen another day….God,s Blessings. Patti Adams

  162. Dear Lisa, Don’t worry about us. Concentrate on Nick and your family.
    We are here for you and and our sending well wishes, healing and prayers.
    May God continue to watch over you and yours and blessing continue.
    Nicole in Arizona

  163. Family comes first. I will be praying for you, Nick and your loved ones. Please remember to take care of yourself ❣️

  164. Lisa, pray. My son came home from Duke University Medical Center last week after 3 brain surgeries, 1 facial nerve surgery and a month in the hospital. He was released the day after the 2nd surgery and retuned via emergency room within 36 hrs. Complications, pressure, staff infection, you name it. At least 5 church denominations praying, friends and strangers. We prayed him home. He is making great strides. In my mind a miracle – God pulled him through. Keeping you both in our prayers – God will pull him through.

  165. I am so sorry to read this – you have both been through so much with this. Froedert is a great place for him to be. Prayers for both of you and his medical team to give him some relief quickly. Your energy needs to be with him- family first- always! Hugs 🤗

  166. You and Nick are in my thoughts and prayers for a full recovery. Is this in relation to the adrenal gland tumor?

  167. Of course I’ll pray for Nick and you, as well as your family. Asking the Lord for a return to full health for him and peace and comfort for you.

  171. Focus on Nick and you/your family. The rest is just “stuff” and will get handled someday. What is important right now is Nick, you and your family. God bless you all!

  172. Lisa, attend to Nick and don’t worry about the rest. He’s what’s most important now. Will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

  173. Nick is priority number 1! Please do not worry about us. Remember to take care of yourself also. We will be here when you’re ready. Prayers being sent for Nick and you from Ontario, Canada.

  174. You & your family are the most important ones to be concerned about right now. My prayers are with you guys for a speedy recovery for both of you.

  175. Lisa, please put us on your back burner for now. So what if we finish later than planned. We’re all grown ups here. We all have life to live. You have priorities right now that do not include us. Yes. Thank you so much for thinking of us at a time like this and for updating us. Get back to us from time to time to let us know how he’s doing and how you are. I for one, have you both in my prayers for a successful out come. I will be here when you need reinforcements. God bless and take care of yourself. Looking forward to your return soon.

  176. Praying for Nick! Family is first! Don’t even think about “us” until he is healthy!

  177. Everything else is just “stuff”. Your sweet husband and your family are the only things to care about now. Take big breaths and try to stay calm, your followers and all praying for you and Nick. God bless

  179. Your focus should be your husband right now, Lisa. If people cannot understand that, then they are not worth worrying about. My thoughts and prayers are with you. And …. don’t forget to take care of yourself in the midst of all of this.

  180. Prayers going up for both of you!
    I spent many years working in the Operating Room of our local trauma center and did several years in the neurosurgery suite. They can work miracles, believe that and hold on to it. Hugs to you. We will all still be here, family first!

  181. God Bless you, and your family! Will pray for Nick and all your family! Your faithful customers will always be here for you and yours!

  182. Thanks for the update, slow down and take care of Nick, and yourself – You are our common thread, and I am sure everyone would agree, we send our prayers to you and Nick for a safe and healthy recovery. We all have many projects to keep us busy, Nick is lucky to have such a loving wife and partner to care for him during this diffucult time. Hang in there – you need your strength to get through this and he’ll need you to be strong for him. God Bless.

  184. Praying that God blesses you and your family and gives you both the strength you need during this time.

  185. Please take care of Nick and yourself. Quilting is my hobby and that is not near as important as the health of a loved one. Praying for you both.

  187. Hugs and prayers to you and your family. They come first right now — we understand and love you, Lisa!!

  188. He is more important than anything else. Take care of him and you we will be here.
    Thoughts and prayers with you.

  190. Lisa, Glen and I are sorry to hear this news, and we will pray for you both, the Doctors, nurses and your family. Take care of yourself as well.❤️

  191. Sending thoughts and prayers your way. I had so much fun meeting you in North Carolina. This brought tears to my eyes knowing of your challenges. Sending lots of prayers!

  193. Prayers are with you & Nick Hope he is out of the woods soon. Don’t worry about us , you just take care of family 🙏🏻❤️

  196. We’re the last people you should be worried about. Do know that Nick and you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself, too.

  197. So VERY, VERY sorry to hear about Nick’s issues. I enjoy your blog posts and have recently wondered how things were. However, please do not think that anything you do online is nearly as important as taking care of your family. Everyone will be content to give you the time and space you need to handle the most important things in your life: your husband and family. We completely understand. Prayers to you.

  200. Prayers and love is sent your way – take the time you need, to care for your family.
    Jan

  201. Keeping you both in my thoughts and sending positive energies to you and Nick for peace, strength and healing.

  203. So sorry to hear, will keep u and your family in my prayers.

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  205. Your priorities are with Nick and your family, hoping all goes well! Sending prayers 💗

  207. Prayers for Nick and you. Safe and speedy healing. That’s all that matters now.

  211. Praying for both of you. Please take care of Nick and don’t worry anything else.

  212. Lisa I just read your blog about your husband. Take care of yourself so you can take care of him and family. Prayers for Nicknand your family 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  213. Prayers are with you. We can wait until……please take care of your family.

  214. Praying for strength for Nick, you and all your family. May God send his healing graces on Nick

  215. Definitely praying for you and your family. Prayers for wise doctors and smart decisions. Prayers for God to heal. God is still in the healing business. The prayers to Him for me as i have fought pancreatic cancer for 17 months have carried me in this journey.
    Stay strong!
    Sara

  216. Take care of Nick and yourself! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

    Joan. 🙏🏻

  219. Prayers for a speedy recovery!
    You need to focus on Nick & his recovery- I’m sure we all have many projects to keep up busy in the meantime ❤️

  221. Family first!! We are an understanding group and have You and your family in our hearts and prayers. Please don’t forget to take care of yourself as well! God bless to you!

  224. Stop thinking about us…thank you for the update, you always think of others but it is now time for Nick and for you. Time to help Nick get through this and time for you to be his strength. You are a very strong woman and Nick needs you, like others before me have said, we are grown ups…we can wait. You have the best staff and they will look after business. Please look after yourself so you can look after Nick. Prayers for you both as well as love xo Red

  226. I’m so sorry to hear of Nick’s post surgery problems. If I can help in any way please let me know or have Amy give me a jingle. I will keep him in my prayers Lisa.

  227. Never under estimate the power of prayer. You and your family have tons of it coming your way.
    Your wonderful crew will take care of the rest while you care for Nick. Keep yourself well.

  228. Prayers and blessings to you and all of your family. Your Internet family is with you in thoughts and prayers and will be here when the time is right. Keep the faith.

  229. So sorry to hear of Nick’s health problems. Family comes first and must be a priority. Keeping you, Nick and the entire family in my prayers as you deal with this illness.

  234. Fabric and stitching will always be waiting for you….your place is with your husband and everyone understands that. Prayers for great, quick results.

  235. Lisa, prayers coming your way. Don’t worry about anything but Nick. The rest will get caught up in time.

  237. Prayers for Nick and you! Take all the time you need to care for your family! We will be here when you resume your work!🙏🏻

  239. So sorry to hear this news..please take care of yourself so you can take care of Nick. Your main concern should be Nick and your family. Know that we will all be here waiting for you when you are ready to come back. God Speed for a quick and full recovery.

  240. OMGoodness please do not worry about anyone else but you and Nick!!!! Sending out prayers.

  243. Deep breath…..sit and be quiet for awhile….. we are all here in the backgrond for you.

  244. Prayers are with you and your wonderful Nick. Please don’t concern yourself about the blocks or posts–we’ll all survive some delays, it’s you and your family that matters. God bless you.

  245. Prayers for Nick and you. Please don’t be worried about anything else right now. Bless you both.

  246. Please don’t worry about us. Take care of Nick. I was an ICU nurse in neuro for years. Let them do their thing, and then take him home and relax. Your customers are friends of yours and Nicks ,they will understand.

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  249. I’m so sorry to hear that Nick had a second surgery and is having issues. Certainly a stressful time for all. My prayers are with you and Nick! Don’t worry about work. Your ladies can take care of business and we can wait for those videos. Nicks health comes first.

  255. Prayers for Nick, you and your family. I am so sorry this is happening. It sounds awful. I am thinking a lot about all of you and wishing improvement.

    Mary

  257. Praying for you, Nick, the doctors and nurses. Prayer is a powerful healer. Hugs

  262. Prayers coming your way! Don’t forget to take care of yourself also. Family is important, so focus on that before business. I’m sure the business is in capable hands for the time being.

  264. He comes before stitching. Take care and get back to it when you get back to it – everyone understands.

  266. Family first. Sending positive thoughts and prayers for Nick you and your family. God bless.
    Gayle T.

  267. Prayers to Nick especially as well as your entire family. Margaret

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  268. Lisa…you take care of Nick….that’s the most important thing to do right now….others will understand…Praying for all!!!

  272. Family comes first! I feel for you and understand where your priorities are. I so enjoy the videos and learn a lot from them but they can wait. Take care of yourself.

  273. Will be praying for both of you. Family matters ALWAYS come first. Try to not stress about things and focus on being a care giver for Nick. He needs you most right now. *** Sending Love, Prayers, and Big Hugs ***

  274. Prayers for you family and that Nick will be back home as soon as he’s healing. Don’t think one second about anyone except for your family. That’s all that’s important and remember to take care of your health.

  276. So sorry to hear about all of these problems for Nick. It is so hard when those we love are sick. Prayers and love for you, Nick and your family💕

  277. Prayers for all of you. And as you know and are living…. Nick and you are your only priorities, everything else can wait.

    Hugs.

  278. Prayers. Prayers and more prayers to Nick.
    Thinking of you a lot. Do take care of yourself.
    My best to you all with hugs and kisses.
    Diane Schwarz

  280. I am so sorry to hear this, Lisa. Praying for you and your Nick. Forget about us for now!

  282. Thank you for sharing a personal health problem. As you’ve read through the many posts you’ve seen we are praying for Nick’s recovery, guidance for the medical team, strength & peace for you & yours. When possible keep us updated so our requests to God will be current. 🙏🏼 & ❤️

  284. Your priority is where you are at now — being with your husband as his issues get sorted and hes on the road to recovery. Everything else will wait — as it should be and everyone will understand. Sending good thoughts that things go more smoothly for your husband and he is quickly on the road to recovery.

  285. Lisa, I will be praying for quick healing for Nick. I’m so sorry he had complications. I will also be praying for you as you care for him. Blessings to you all! Rachel

  292. More than understanding Lisa, my prayers are with you and Nick, hugs and warm thoughts too. Pat from Bobcaygeon.

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  293. Thoughts are with you at this time. Prayers for Nick and full recovery. With love from Olwen Australia 💜

  294. My husband and I are both battling cancer. His more serious than mine. We all know that family is first so love on him! Praying for him.

  295. Don’t worry about us. Nick is your first priority and we all understand our prayers are with you both

  296. More prayers coming your way for sure for both of you. I read you are not comfortable being the caregiver. Please get nursing staff to help you through this difficult and needful time. God’s Blessings be with you.

  297. Prayers for a speedy recovery for Nick and for strength for you & your family. Love to all from Creston, IA

  300. The Prayer Warriors on the march. God has his arms wrapped around you and your family. Quilty Hugs

  302. Lisa Family always comes first. In my thoughts and prayers. Alice

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  303. Praying for you both, like everyone else has said the two of you come first the rest will fall into place. We are not going anywhere.

  304. I’m so sorry to hear about Nick’s surgery. Prayers going up for you both and for a complete and quick repair and recovery. I think I speak for lots of your followers when I say – forget about us – family first! Hugs to you both. God bless!

  305. My prayers go out to your family. Please know everyone will totally understand and you to take whatever time you need. God bless all of you!🙏❤️

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  306. Of course take care of Nick first, but also take care of you. Family first (we all can wait and it’s easier to be patient when we know you have stuff going on), but caregiving ain’t easy so accept help when it’s offered. It is a blessing to the *giver* and a help to you.
    Praying for the best outcome.

  309. Lisa, I’ll be prating for Nick and you. My husband had a rare cancer of the spine, Chordoma, recently and I know what you re going through with hospitals, waiting, sick husband and everything else. Try to rest as much as you can because it’s all you when he gets home.

  310. prayers for both of you. Business can wait- everyone will understand. Sure hope they can get him some relief.

  315. Nick & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Please take care of yourself and your family and everything else will wait. Years ago my husband was on life support for 5 weeks. I was there everyday and with the support of family we made it through this difficult time. I thank God for each day I have with my husband. I wanted the world to stop and let me catch back up…but that is not how things work. Take one day at a time. One breath at a time. You can do this and become a stronger person…that is what I did. Focus on Nick and stay strong. Know people are praying for Nick and wish him a speedy recovery. Take care…hugs and prayers.

  316. Nick is your #1 focus right now—be there for him, everything else can wait. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. God bless you both.

  318. Fingers crossed & praying for you both. I echo the mantra of all of us — family first! You can only do what you can do & nothing more! Don’t forget about you, too! You’ll be no good to him if you don’t take care of yourself first! Best of luck with any future surgery he may have. Try to get rest while he is in surgery, recovery, sleeping. Again, prayers!

  319. Lisa, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Nick to have the strength to get through this. My husband says that God doesn’t give us more than we can handle, even though it feels like it sometimes. My husband is also facing a serious health issue currently. He has Membranous Nephropathy, which is a kidney disease of sorts. I hope that your doctors as well as ours can get our men healthy again. I miss my best friend not being his old self and I’m sure you are feeling the same way. Be strong my friend and know that you two are loved by many. And remember that it is ok to push work aside…people will understand. XOXO from Michigan.

  321. Take all the time you need, right now Nick needs you. Being a caregiver is hard, please also take care of yourself.
    Big hugs

  323. Right now your only concerns should be Nick! Nothing else matters🙏🙏
    Do take care of yourself…….

  326. Oh wow Lisa! Please take care of yourself and Nick. Don’t worry about others – it is their time to help you. My heart and prayers go out for both of you.

  327. Lisa–I want you to know I will be keeping Nick and you in my prayers!!! May God give you strength for each day and continue to guide and direct the doctors as they care for Nick!! Give them wisdom and kindness –but also God, please put a healing touch on Nick–make him healthy and whole and remind them bothmany are praying for them and lifting them up when they feel they can’t go on!! Encourage them and let them sense your presence round about them!! –Sue Mills

  330. We all understand, take care of your man, that is your first priority. Prayers coming your way.

  331. prayers to all, take care of your man. The rest of us can wait until he is on the mend & you are not so stressed.

  333. Praying for Nick and you, Lisa. Lean on God. He will be right there beside you both.

  334. My prayers are with you and Nick. Hugs to both of you. Robbi Buckles

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  336. Please, just take care of Nick and you. You are both in my prayers. Hugs, Dixie Heer

  338. My prayers are with you and your husband, Nick. May the LORD bless you both with healing and peace. Jan E

    On Mon, Jul 9, 2018 at 10:27 AM Lisa Bongean’s Web Blog… wrote:

    > lisabongean posted: “Quickly… I wanted to let you all know Nick had a > second brain surgery on Tuesday the 3rd of July ..today we are back here at > Froedtert with some complications… It’s been one hell of a morning is all > I can say… but I feel better he is here now and t” >

  341. Lisa, praying for Nick and your family. Take care of yourselves. Don’t give work a second thought, your family is most important. Love from La Crosse WI – Terri