Day 27

     It's day 27.  Was there ever anything else?...it all seems so long ago.  I feel weary, yet strong - tired, but strengthened.  Prayer works, we are living proof.  Today was actually a good day in so many ways.  Scott's mom came and helped again today.  I had a couple of friends call.  Our friends, the Bigg's, had offered to paint Katie's "new" bedroom furniture for us, and they delivered it this evening.  Her room is finally coming together and the furniture is beautiful!  It makes me (and I hope Katie) happy to have her surrounded by beauty.  (Thank you so much to the Biggs and the members of my family who added to the makeover).   As great as the room is (and it is great) even greater was the arrival of my brother, sister-in-law (Scott & Janna) and my mom.  (As a sibling said, "She may not remember next week that she came, but you will").  I know it wasn't easy on her (or them) getting her here, but I am so grateful to have my mom.  I will treasure the time. 
     Katie still gets upset when she sees herself in the mirror.  It is crazy how many people in the hospital told us that children Katie's age aren't effected by loosing their hair.  I had my doubts about that, but I hoped they were right...they were wrong!  However, she seems to be adapting.  She picks out a different hat every time we go outside.  I am glad we have options to offer her.  The next couple of days are going to be hard.  We will be back at the clinic tomorrow for tests and on Thursday she will get another spinal tap, bone marrow check and a dose of chemo (sigh...)
      Today I am glad for family and friends.  We appreciate your support so very much!  -Even our "new" friends we haven't met, but who follow Katie's blog.  We are grateful for everyone who has taken an interest in our sweet Katie.  We have been blessed!  There are two scriptures that helped me today: "Live in thanksgiving daily, for the many mercies and blessings which he doth bestow upon you."  - Alma 34:38  "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.  And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus".  - Philippians 4:6-7