Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Then And Now

Today marks two years to the date that Emma stopped breathing.  I was suddenly very thankful for all those CPR classes I'd had for work!

 Looking back, I can see many blessings that have come into our lives that started with this event.  I don't care about any of them.  What matters to me is Emma.  What's she going to get out of it?  This is my biggest concern, and something I pray about every day.  Dear God, please let Emma get something good out of this horrific experience.

I've had a lot of emotions running through me over the weekend.  Lots of memories, some good and some bad.  I remember all of the horrible things we went through, but I also remember all the people who stood with us and prayed with us.  I've remembered the fear, and then the peace.  The anger, and then finally the acceptence.  Emotions are normal, and I guess they have to run their course.

I hope you had a safe and happy Mermorial Day weekend.  I know we did :)  Here are a couple of pictures of then and now...


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  1. Allyn StotzMay 29, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    You definitely have a lot of things to be thankful for. I'm glad Emma is doing so much better. I'll keep her and your family in my prayers!

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  2. KatieCMay 29, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    You're right, Allyn, I do have much to be thankful for :) Thanks for the prayers!

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  3. Rick StarkeyMay 29, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Every time I hear something about cancer, I think of Emma and her (and your) story. You all are in our prayers too.

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  4. KatieCMay 30, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    Thanks for the prayer, Rick!

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  5. Ruth SchiffmannMay 30, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    I think it's one of the hardest things to go through something difficult and not be able to see the good that came from it. I have one instance in my own life that I struggle with, because I haven't been able to find the good in it even after many years. But I'm sure the problem is with me. I have a lot of growing to do. Maybe I'm not ready for that particular truth. I believe someday it will be revealed to me. I'll bet that as she gets older, Emma will discover and share with you the hidden blessings that she's gleaned from this experience.

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  6. Yanting GuehMay 31, 2012 at 2:59 AM

    Now is good. Now is very good. :) May Emma and her sister stay safe and healthy always!

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  7. KatieCMay 31, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    Ruth, that is hard. You're right, some things we're just not ready for yet.

    Claudine, I agree. Now is good! :)

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  8. Kelly HashwayJune 1, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    God bless Emma and you, Katie. You are both truly amazing people.

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  9. KatieCJune 1, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    Thanks, Kelly :)

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