Easter this year was a little more emotional for me than it has been in years past.
I found myself reflecting on the miracle of that third day so many years ago. What a miracle that Christ was resurrected, paving the way for each of us to be the same.
I have thought so much about the resurrection. It means so much more when you lose someone you love, a sister perhaps.
As I have thought about the events of yesteryear, I have thought about the significance of the resurrection, and what it means exactly.
We are taught that our spirits will be reunited with our bodies, just as Christ's spirit was reunited with His.
We taught the primary children on Sunday about the meaning of Easter, and I couldn't help but parallel all of this with the blessings of the temple. While everyone will have the privilege of being resurrected, it is through the temple that we are bound to those we love and hold dear. What a blessing!
My thoughts have also taken me to my personal life and how I can give my commitment to the gospel and my commitment to my family a sort of resurrection/rebirth.
I have been given a Third Day.
What will you do with yours?
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Thursday, April 09, 2009
A Night of Bad Dreams
Last night was a night of bad dreams.
First at 2:30am Brett declared (out loud, in his sleep) that I could have No Sex unless I was nice. Uh oh.
Then at 5:44am Sydney came in and had had a bad dream, so she climbed in bed. I wonder what her dreams were about.
First at 2:30am Brett declared (out loud, in his sleep) that I could have No Sex unless I was nice. Uh oh.
Then at 5:44am Sydney came in and had had a bad dream, so she climbed in bed. I wonder what her dreams were about.
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
The Future
This past weekend Latter Day Saints turned their attention to our beloved prophet President Thomas S Monson, and many general authorities, and auxiliary presidents for our annual General Conference. Archives can be heard here.
My favorite part:
President Monson ended one of his talks with this "The Future is only as bright at your Faith."
Today the sun is shining.
My favorite part:
President Monson ended one of his talks with this "The Future is only as bright at your Faith."
Today the sun is shining.
Perception
Perception is another one of those words that sends me into deep thought.
We have all been given an opportunity on this earth to make it or break it. Experiences among people aren't felt the same from one person to another. One person's trials may seem trivial, while another who experiences a similar trial may sink to the brinks of despair.
What might be an observation to one, is a form of judgment with another.
Of course then we have one's intent. That in and of itself is a whole other post. One's intent.
I personally like to observe behavior.
One sibling may feel like another has the easy life.
Take Sydney for example. Yesterday she threw a huge fit because Ryan had two pieces of candy. Imagine that. Two pieces. He wanted both of them. She wanted them too. She made the comment that his life was so easy and that he always had candy. Never mind the fact that she had just eaten a few hands full of M&M's. Her perception was that his life was better, easier. What she didn't take into account was that she had made a choice to eat her candy, and he had chosen to save his. Him having candy had nothing to do with how he was being treated by me or anyone else. It was just a matter of choice on his part, and ultimately hers.
The same can be said for many other situations. It's just all in how you look at it.
Perception.
We have all been given an opportunity on this earth to make it or break it. Experiences among people aren't felt the same from one person to another. One person's trials may seem trivial, while another who experiences a similar trial may sink to the brinks of despair.
What might be an observation to one, is a form of judgment with another.
Of course then we have one's intent. That in and of itself is a whole other post. One's intent.
I personally like to observe behavior.
One sibling may feel like another has the easy life.
Take Sydney for example. Yesterday she threw a huge fit because Ryan had two pieces of candy. Imagine that. Two pieces. He wanted both of them. She wanted them too. She made the comment that his life was so easy and that he always had candy. Never mind the fact that she had just eaten a few hands full of M&M's. Her perception was that his life was better, easier. What she didn't take into account was that she had made a choice to eat her candy, and he had chosen to save his. Him having candy had nothing to do with how he was being treated by me or anyone else. It was just a matter of choice on his part, and ultimately hers.
The same can be said for many other situations. It's just all in how you look at it.
Perception.
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Time
For the past several days I have thought a lot about TIME
It is amazing to me that a concept, a word, well, TIME can be influential in so many areas of our lives.
It takes TIME for a broken heart to mend.
It takes TIME for forgiveness to happen, and for relationships to be strengthened.
When given our TIME, our children are molded into the people we want them to become.
It takes TIME to keep up a house.
I need more TIME to perfect that one.
Each day I live, I am one more day closer to the eternities, where I will spend TIME with my sister, whom I miss terribly.
You see, it's all about TIME
It is amazing to me that a concept, a word, well, TIME can be influential in so many areas of our lives.
It takes TIME for a broken heart to mend.
It takes TIME for forgiveness to happen, and for relationships to be strengthened.
When given our TIME, our children are molded into the people we want them to become.
It takes TIME to keep up a house.
I need more TIME to perfect that one.
Each day I live, I am one more day closer to the eternities, where I will spend TIME with my sister, whom I miss terribly.
You see, it's all about TIME
Temple Square
This past weekend we were excited to welcome Kati and Boston into our home. They came up to visit, and to watch General Conference. I absolutely loved having them here. Makes me ache to have my family closer. Neither of us want it bad enough to move though. We both love where we live.
Boston hadn't seen Temple Square, so for FHE we took a trip to SLC to see the sights. You forget how beautiful things are until you are there again.
We first visited the Beehive House. It was built in the 1800s and was one of Brigham Young's homes in the Salt Lake Valley.
Us in front of a waterfall just east of the temple. I'm grateful for digital pictures. I was able to crop out my muffin.
We also took a tour of the top of the Conference Center. President Hinckley's vision of what it should be has been realized, and I am amazed at the beauty. There are actual living trees and shrubs that grow on top of that building. It is amazing.
Boston hadn't seen Temple Square, so for FHE we took a trip to SLC to see the sights. You forget how beautiful things are until you are there again.
We first visited the Beehive House. It was built in the 1800s and was one of Brigham Young's homes in the Salt Lake Valley.
I am amazed that it still stands, and that there are articles of clothing, books, toys, and other things that have been preserved. Our lives have changed so much from when the Pioneers first came to this valley. We are spoiled compared to what they had.
We spent time in the Tabernacle and heard the amazing acoustics there.
While I didn't get married at the Salt Lake Temple, I am still grateful for the meaning of it. This structure took 40 years to build.
Us in front of a waterfall just east of the temple. I'm grateful for digital pictures. I was able to crop out my muffin.We also took a tour of the top of the Conference Center. President Hinckley's vision of what it should be has been realized, and I am amazed at the beauty. There are actual living trees and shrubs that grow on top of that building. It is amazing.
Monday, March 30, 2009
I give it to you
Tonight we sabotaged our DUEL and went out for ice cream as a family for FHE. (Not bad for one day into it...)
We would have gone swimming, but I've been fighting a cold so I'm giving myself a couple more days.
Anyway.
Usually when we get in the car we play games like Slug Bug, etc. You see, you get points for getting Slug Bug Bugs, and a different set of points for Slug Bug Jeeps, etc. If you're lucky, you might be given a Slug Bug to add to your points.
For example, Sydney might yell out "Slug Bug."
Then she might say "Mom, I give that one to you."
So then I get the points. How nice.
Well, tonight the kids came up with something extra special.
Sydney yelled out "Hey dad, we tooted, and we give it to you!"
I started laughing, and then looked in my rear view mirror and Ryan was shooing his scented air to the front seat.
And then...
They gave each other a HIGH FIVE!
Not sure how many points Brett gets for that one.
We would have gone swimming, but I've been fighting a cold so I'm giving myself a couple more days.
Anyway.
Usually when we get in the car we play games like Slug Bug, etc. You see, you get points for getting Slug Bug Bugs, and a different set of points for Slug Bug Jeeps, etc. If you're lucky, you might be given a Slug Bug to add to your points.
For example, Sydney might yell out "Slug Bug."
Then she might say "Mom, I give that one to you."
So then I get the points. How nice.
Well, tonight the kids came up with something extra special.
Sydney yelled out "Hey dad, we tooted, and we give it to you!"
I started laughing, and then looked in my rear view mirror and Ryan was shooing his scented air to the front seat.
And then...
They gave each other a HIGH FIVE!
Not sure how many points Brett gets for that one.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Play Date
I've had the privilege of having play dates with Sydney the past couple of days. It's amazing how much a cleaned toy room can entice a child. I guess it's just like a nicely made bed. They're much more fun to lay on than a bed that is messed up.
We played STORE. I was the 'shopper' first, and then she took a turn.
She thinks I'm funny. Let's just hope that carries on into the teenage years.
She let me take a few pictures of her.
Enjoy.
We played STORE. I was the 'shopper' first, and then she took a turn.
She thinks I'm funny. Let's just hope that carries on into the teenage years.
She let me take a few pictures of her.
Enjoy.
Day One
Day Two
Weighin' In
Today I challenged Brett to a Duel.
The rules:
We both see how much weight we can lose from now until May 30th. We're both a little pudgier than we were last year at this time, so the race is on!
We weigh in on Sunday.
Brett, being the kind husband that he is, worried that this challenge wasn't fair because there are some times of the month that I might retain water. (don't worry - he's not worried about me. He's worried that I will lose more than him once the retention period is over with)
I offered to set him up with the same accessories that I use during these times, but he declined.
I don't understand.
Anyway - Stay tuned.
It starts - Sunday March 29th. We'll have 2 months to think skinny. Other than bragging rights, I haven't come up with a prize. Any ideas?
The rules:
We both see how much weight we can lose from now until May 30th. We're both a little pudgier than we were last year at this time, so the race is on!
We weigh in on Sunday.
Brett, being the kind husband that he is, worried that this challenge wasn't fair because there are some times of the month that I might retain water. (don't worry - he's not worried about me. He's worried that I will lose more than him once the retention period is over with)
I offered to set him up with the same accessories that I use during these times, but he declined.
I don't understand.
Anyway - Stay tuned.
It starts - Sunday March 29th. We'll have 2 months to think skinny. Other than bragging rights, I haven't come up with a prize. Any ideas?
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Mr Cricket
Dear Mr Cricket,
You said once
"When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you are Anything your heart desires will come to you"
Ok, so here I am.
The stars are out, and I am wishing.
I want to RUN. I don't want injuries. I want to RUN. I want to run as far as I can, and then some. Sometimes I feel like I am in the wrong cartoon - dreaming of running after a cat, and then catching it only to be scolded by Cinderella.
I want a clean house without being a NAZI Mother! - Heck, that's in Cinderella too...(the Nazi Mother part.)
Oh yeah, and if you could sprinkle a little balance on my life, I'd like a little of that too.
Is this too much to ask?
Sincerely yours,
ME
You said once
"When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you are Anything your heart desires will come to you"
Ok, so here I am.
The stars are out, and I am wishing.
I want to RUN. I don't want injuries. I want to RUN. I want to run as far as I can, and then some. Sometimes I feel like I am in the wrong cartoon - dreaming of running after a cat, and then catching it only to be scolded by Cinderella.
I want a clean house without being a NAZI Mother! - Heck, that's in Cinderella too...(the Nazi Mother part.)
Oh yeah, and if you could sprinkle a little balance on my life, I'd like a little of that too.
Is this too much to ask?
Sincerely yours,
ME
A Celebration of Popcorn Proportions
About 6 months ago Ryan had a spacer appliance put in the roof of his mouth to expand his teeth. At that time we were told that he could not eat popcorn while the appliance was in his mouth.
We were obedient, and today....
The appliance was removed.
Tonight...
We celebrated with Popcorn.
We were obedient, and today....
The appliance was removed.
Tonight...
We celebrated with Popcorn.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
With Grateful Heart
Today Ryan and I had the privilege of participating in the Draper Temple Dedication.
Ryan has been looking forward to this for a couple of weeks now. Last week we met with a member of our bishopric and received our recommends for the event.
There was a different feeling in the church today. A feeling that I wish was present always. Our stake center became an extension of the temple, and I was honored that I was able to participate.
We arrived at the church at 3pm. The doors weren't scheduled to open until 3:15. We were ushered to the back of the parking lot, so I watched as a few cars pulled in and decided that we should go stand in line. The wind was fierce, but I was afraid that if I didn't get in line, a larger line would form and we would have gotten there early for nothing.
As we approached the door, a gentleman inside opened it for us. We were lucky.
We were asked not to bring anything with us and to try and refrain from speaking once we had taken our seats.
It was EXTREMELY reverent. I was so pleased with Ryan. From the time we sat down to the time we left, it was 3 hours. That is a long time to sit for a little guy. He was quiet too.
I was reminded there why we have temples. They are not something that are made up. Temples were built in biblical times, so why then wouldn't the Lord want his people to have them in this day?
I am thankful for what temples mean to me. I am thankful that I have a family that is sealed to me for eternity. And while I may not understand the eternal scheme of things, the temple gives me perspective.
For all of this, I have a grateful heart.
Ryan has been looking forward to this for a couple of weeks now. Last week we met with a member of our bishopric and received our recommends for the event.
There was a different feeling in the church today. A feeling that I wish was present always. Our stake center became an extension of the temple, and I was honored that I was able to participate.
We arrived at the church at 3pm. The doors weren't scheduled to open until 3:15. We were ushered to the back of the parking lot, so I watched as a few cars pulled in and decided that we should go stand in line. The wind was fierce, but I was afraid that if I didn't get in line, a larger line would form and we would have gotten there early for nothing.
As we approached the door, a gentleman inside opened it for us. We were lucky.
We were asked not to bring anything with us and to try and refrain from speaking once we had taken our seats.
It was EXTREMELY reverent. I was so pleased with Ryan. From the time we sat down to the time we left, it was 3 hours. That is a long time to sit for a little guy. He was quiet too.
I was reminded there why we have temples. They are not something that are made up. Temples were built in biblical times, so why then wouldn't the Lord want his people to have them in this day?
I am thankful for what temples mean to me. I am thankful that I have a family that is sealed to me for eternity. And while I may not understand the eternal scheme of things, the temple gives me perspective.
For all of this, I have a grateful heart.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Come What May
Today I share more spiritual enlightenment.
Not my words.
Words from an apostle that has gone home.
You can read it here.
We all have trials. They are almost custom fit for each of us. Custom fit because God will not give us that which we cannot handle.
Sometimes choices affect our lives in the form of consequences. Other times life comes our way and the actions of others affect our lives.
In the wake of it all, we have a loving Father in Heaven always there, willing to listen, and when we are ready to turn it over, He will carry the burden. I'm quite positive of that.
My favorite part of this talk:
"...the sublime words of the Savior to the Prophet Joseph Smith when he suffered with his companions in the smothering darkness of Liberty Jail:
It is but a SMALL MOMENT.
Come What May....
Not my words.
Words from an apostle that has gone home.
You can read it here.
We all have trials. They are almost custom fit for each of us. Custom fit because God will not give us that which we cannot handle.
Sometimes choices affect our lives in the form of consequences. Other times life comes our way and the actions of others affect our lives.
In the wake of it all, we have a loving Father in Heaven always there, willing to listen, and when we are ready to turn it over, He will carry the burden. I'm quite positive of that.
My favorite part of this talk:
"...the sublime words of the Savior to the Prophet Joseph Smith when he suffered with his companions in the smothering darkness of Liberty Jail:
“My son, peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment;
“And then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on high; thou shalt triumph over all thy foes.”
It is but a SMALL MOMENT.
Come What May....
Monday, March 16, 2009
Code Brown
Today I am going through my journal to see how Ryan's disease affected our every day lives. (It's for my sister, not for me)
I came across an entry that talked about Ryan having the runs, and it brought back a memory.
We would be sitting in the chair - gown, mask, gloves - Ryan would be on our laps and it would happen.
CODE BROWN
There was NEVER a warning.
One time, Ryan was playing in his Exersaucer, thanks Aunt Stefanie for letting us borrow it, it was a life saver.
Anyway.
Here he is happily playing and I hear - slosh, slosh.
I look down and there IT is again.
CODE BROWN
Man. We washed more sheets, gowns, clothes, the exersaucer innards, you name it. All due to our CODE BROWN.
Once we realized that he had become lactose intolerant because of his transplant, the CODE BROWN ceased.
We all lived....happily ever after.
I came across an entry that talked about Ryan having the runs, and it brought back a memory.
We would be sitting in the chair - gown, mask, gloves - Ryan would be on our laps and it would happen.
CODE BROWN
There was NEVER a warning.
One time, Ryan was playing in his Exersaucer, thanks Aunt Stefanie for letting us borrow it, it was a life saver.
Anyway.
Here he is happily playing and I hear - slosh, slosh.
I look down and there IT is again.
CODE BROWN
Man. We washed more sheets, gowns, clothes, the exersaucer innards, you name it. All due to our CODE BROWN.
Once we realized that he had become lactose intolerant because of his transplant, the CODE BROWN ceased.
We all lived....happily ever after.
Surgery
The day had finally arrived.
We knew that it was inevitable.
His neck could no longer hold up his head.
We knew that it was inevitable.
His neck could no longer hold up his head.
Ryan helped with the reconstruction
It wasn't a long process, but necessary no doubt.
Here's our family photo during the recovery period.
It wasn't a long process, but necessary no doubt.
Here's our family photo during the recovery period.
Weekend Weather Report
Whoever said that tornadoes don't touch down in UT very often haven't been to my house.
I'm pretty sure that they touch down EVERY weekend here.
So, here I am. Monday morning, and I'm dealing with the aftermath. Lucky for me - my kids and my husband weren't hurt. We're all in one piece. Well, I'm not really in one piece - I think one can only deal with so many tornadoes before they fall into piece(s).
Here's to holding it together.
Maybe I should put an ad in the newspaper for some serious super glue.
or
Maybe I should have a talk with the weather man. Maybe he could help.
I'm pretty sure that they touch down EVERY weekend here.
So, here I am. Monday morning, and I'm dealing with the aftermath. Lucky for me - my kids and my husband weren't hurt. We're all in one piece. Well, I'm not really in one piece - I think one can only deal with so many tornadoes before they fall into piece(s).
Here's to holding it together.
Maybe I should put an ad in the newspaper for some serious super glue.
or
Maybe I should have a talk with the weather man. Maybe he could help.
Friday, March 13, 2009
My Husband, My Friend
It's midnight.
I'm sitting in the front room watching Survivor on the computer with Brett.
He's so handsome.
He is in the line of sight for the computer.
So, really I am watching my husband, and Survivor is in the background.
Brett and I have been through a lot with each other. We spent many nights in a hospital room early in our marriage fighting for Ryan's life. We were each other's lifeline. I guess we still are.
Following our fight with Ryan, we supported each other. Together we had another child. A beautiful baby girl.
We parent together, always discussing how we can better our family's relationship, meaning ourselves and our kids. We are responsible for their raising, and our relationship with each other.
We've been misunderstood. Both of us.
That which doesn't kill you makes you stronger right?
I love Brett. I love that he tells it like it is. You never have to guess where he's coming from. You always know, even if you don't want to know :).
He makes me laugh. I've said that before I know, but he does. If I weren't so darned sensitive, I'd laugh a lot more.
I love that Brett gives everything his ALL. He is a great leader for youth. He is a great father. He comes home from work every day, and every day he plays with the kids. He reads with them, gives them baths.
There is never a question as to who will watch the kids if I need to go somewhere. It is a given that he will take the kids, and I know I can trust that they will be well taken care of.
He's my friend. A true friend. I love that.
I'm sitting in the front room watching Survivor on the computer with Brett.
He's so handsome.
He is in the line of sight for the computer.
So, really I am watching my husband, and Survivor is in the background.
Brett and I have been through a lot with each other. We spent many nights in a hospital room early in our marriage fighting for Ryan's life. We were each other's lifeline. I guess we still are.
Following our fight with Ryan, we supported each other. Together we had another child. A beautiful baby girl.
We parent together, always discussing how we can better our family's relationship, meaning ourselves and our kids. We are responsible for their raising, and our relationship with each other.
We've been misunderstood. Both of us.
That which doesn't kill you makes you stronger right?
I love Brett. I love that he tells it like it is. You never have to guess where he's coming from. You always know, even if you don't want to know :).
He makes me laugh. I've said that before I know, but he does. If I weren't so darned sensitive, I'd laugh a lot more.
I love that Brett gives everything his ALL. He is a great leader for youth. He is a great father. He comes home from work every day, and every day he plays with the kids. He reads with them, gives them baths.
There is never a question as to who will watch the kids if I need to go somewhere. It is a given that he will take the kids, and I know I can trust that they will be well taken care of.
He's my friend. A true friend. I love that.
Deep Thoughts not by Jack Handy....by me
I have a lot on my mind tonight so I'm just going to share it. After all, this is my blog, and I write to express myself. So, there you have it.
- A kid is a loser until it is one of your own. Then he or she is a child that has made some bad choices. I can't get that off my mind. I have thought so much about the kids around the neighborhood that in a previous state of my mind I would have called losers. Heck, I was probably a loser once, but then deep down I was just a young lady who made some super poor choices, needing to be accepted. That's what we all want right? To be accepted.
- I love the spiritual enlightenment given by Elder David Bednar regarding being offended. It is a choice you know. It's hard sometimes not to be offended. I've had my share of experiences, but for sure it is a choice. When we consciously choose NOT to be offended, it's amazing the peace that can be found in our lives.
- Spring is almost here! I can look out my window and see the beautiful orange breasted birds peck at the berries on our flowering pear tree. Dang they make a mess, but man are they beautiful.
- Why is it that some people can just get out on the road and run? I like to think I can do the same but dang it, my hip hurts this week. Makes me want to swear. Of course if I did that I wouldn't feel any better about my hip hurting. I'm pretty sure that swear words don't take away pain.
- I love living where I live. Another view out my window: snow capped mountains. Breathtaking.
- Good friends are extremely hard to come by. A good friend is one that you can pick up where you left off, no matter how long it has been since you have seen them last. I have a few of those. Thanks Erin, Emily,Jolayne, and Danille....to name a few.
- I love my kids. I love that they love each other. Today Sydney hit a milestone. Two whole weeks with only ONE night accident. We rewarded her with HS Musical's Wii game. We've had it for a long time, it's been in the closet. Both Ryan and Sydney sang to their hearts content. It was classic, and they unlocked ALL of the songs. They were so proud.
- A kid is a loser until it is one of your own. Then he or she is a child that has made some bad choices. I can't get that off my mind. I have thought so much about the kids around the neighborhood that in a previous state of my mind I would have called losers. Heck, I was probably a loser once, but then deep down I was just a young lady who made some super poor choices, needing to be accepted. That's what we all want right? To be accepted.
- I love the spiritual enlightenment given by Elder David Bednar regarding being offended. It is a choice you know. It's hard sometimes not to be offended. I've had my share of experiences, but for sure it is a choice. When we consciously choose NOT to be offended, it's amazing the peace that can be found in our lives.
- Spring is almost here! I can look out my window and see the beautiful orange breasted birds peck at the berries on our flowering pear tree. Dang they make a mess, but man are they beautiful.
- Why is it that some people can just get out on the road and run? I like to think I can do the same but dang it, my hip hurts this week. Makes me want to swear. Of course if I did that I wouldn't feel any better about my hip hurting. I'm pretty sure that swear words don't take away pain.
- I love living where I live. Another view out my window: snow capped mountains. Breathtaking.
- Good friends are extremely hard to come by. A good friend is one that you can pick up where you left off, no matter how long it has been since you have seen them last. I have a few of those. Thanks Erin, Emily,Jolayne, and Danille....to name a few.
- I love my kids. I love that they love each other. Today Sydney hit a milestone. Two whole weeks with only ONE night accident. We rewarded her with HS Musical's Wii game. We've had it for a long time, it's been in the closet. Both Ryan and Sydney sang to their hearts content. It was classic, and they unlocked ALL of the songs. They were so proud.
Monday, March 02, 2009
A Tribute
I would like to pay tribute to one said miracle...
Bone Marrow
Dear Bone Marrow
While you may be taken for granted by some, and not known by others, you are a special lifeline for our family.
Eight years ago, you were harvested from my hip (and ever so painful might I add), modified by sheep's blood, and then infused into my miracle of a son,
You gave us a little scare, but allowed us to trust in God and have faith that you would come through for us.
You have proven that you are accountable. You are accountable for saving a life, and creating cells that build immunity to all of the illnesses that come our way.
You has proven over time that there is joy to be had, and that miracles do happen.
So, on this day of reflection, I say Thank you to the doctors and nurses at Children's Hospital Los Angeles who helped us find you.
I say thank you to those who came before who,through you, paved the way for our family.
I give hope to those who are still fighting the disease of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
Of course I would be ungrateful if I left out the creator of all things.
So, I Thank our Heavenly Father for allowing us to have Ryan, and for allowing us to learn and grow through the process of a Bone Marrow Transplant.
We have been blessed. There is purpose in life, and whether or not we always feel that way, we know that Ryan has a purpose here and we are ever so grateful that he is in our home.
Happy Birthday Bone Marrow. Happy Birthday.
Bone Marrow
Dear Bone Marrow
While you may be taken for granted by some, and not known by others, you are a special lifeline for our family.
Eight years ago, you were harvested from my hip (and ever so painful might I add), modified by sheep's blood, and then infused into my miracle of a son,
You gave us a little scare, but allowed us to trust in God and have faith that you would come through for us.
You have proven that you are accountable. You are accountable for saving a life, and creating cells that build immunity to all of the illnesses that come our way.
You has proven over time that there is joy to be had, and that miracles do happen.
So, on this day of reflection, I say Thank you to the doctors and nurses at Children's Hospital Los Angeles who helped us find you.
I say thank you to those who came before who,through you, paved the way for our family.
I give hope to those who are still fighting the disease of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
Of course I would be ungrateful if I left out the creator of all things.
So, I Thank our Heavenly Father for allowing us to have Ryan, and for allowing us to learn and grow through the process of a Bone Marrow Transplant.
We have been blessed. There is purpose in life, and whether or not we always feel that way, we know that Ryan has a purpose here and we are ever so grateful that he is in our home.
Happy Birthday Bone Marrow. Happy Birthday.
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