Jessica is Relocated to Manila

Jessica called Friday night to let us know that she is going to Manila on Saturday to see the neurologist and cardiologist there.

She sounded upset - at first we were excited for her to be going to see some specialist so that we could get some answers, but then she told us that she has to take everything with her in case she has to come home from there.  She was in tears because she wouldn't get to say good bye to all the people she's met and come to love while serving in Olongapo.

I told her she is going to be fine!  We looked about both worst case and best case scenario, and in both cases it will okay!  It will be God's will and we hope to soon find out what His plan for her is.

Bother Morrison or Brother Ferrin drove her to Manila where she is staying at the Missionary Recovery Center (MRC) right next to the Manila MTC.  She was seen by both a cardiologist and a neurologist on Saturday early evening.  It is amazing that they took the time to see her then.  This first appointment was just a consultation.  She goes back on Tuesday for tests and results.

Doctor Appointment on Friday

Jessica went back to the doctors on Friday.  After her doctor's appointment the Mission President's wife and Sister Gorringe took Jessica to get a taco and a blizzard at DQ.

Here is the email I received from Brother Gorringe:

Non technical update. Sister Dahle and Sister Gorringe were with her for her appointment with Doctor DeLeon. President and I joined them for lunch. She had soft tacos and loved them. After that she had a DQ Blizzard. We took her home and she assisted Sister Gorringe in the office the balance of the day. 

Observation: Early on, she was tired, but improved as the day wore on. Amazing what a little ice cream will do. When she left the office for the mission home in the early evening, she looked, sounded and acted completely normal. I assume Sister Dahle has told you of the doctor's report and what the next step is.

I have included two pictures that I will post on Facebook for the missionaries families. They were taken yesterday at Mission Leaders Conference. As you can see, she looks fine. She is with Sister Quinlan Hess. I hope this gives you a little comfort.

We love her too,

Elder Gary Gorringe

Financial & Executive Secretary

Philippines Olongapo Mission