Day 136

     Yesterday was just as amazing as the day before!  So far today, it is the same.  Katie is strong and energized!  Although, she did wake up twice during the night crying (screaming crying) and it took some doing to calm her down.  I can only attribute that to the steroids.  Katie seems to be having a hard time emotionally coming off of the steroids.  But for the most part, all is well. 
     We had a family party last night for all of my family who is in town this week.  We had quite the herd of children here.  It was great!!  I am my mother's daughter, for me (just like her), it is all about the kids having fun.  I think we all had a fun time together.  I love having family come visit.  It is such a pick me up - for Katie and me.  I am glad they are here.  We are so grateful for all of the prayers offered on Katie's behalf.  I know she is doing as well as she is because of prayers and the blessings that come.  So please keep praying!!!
     "Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee" (Deuteronomy 31:6).  "Therefore, fear not, little flock; do good; let earth and hell (my computer block wont let me type the word) combine against you, for if ye are built upon my rock, they cannot prevail...Look unto me in every thought; doubt not , fear not" (D&C 6:34, 36).  "The Lords promises are sure:  He will not fail or forsake those who turn to Him, trust Him, and obey Him.  We need not fear the forces of evil around us.  We need not be afraid of the adversary and his minions.  We need not tremble to go into the world if we have the confidence of the Lord in our hearts and a testimony in our souls.  Strength comes from putting our trust in the Lord; courage comes of humbly turning our hearts to God.  How comforting to know that in a world of deception and corruption there is a fount of wisdom and light, a reliable source of truth, a trustworthy place to which we can turn!" (Llyod D. Newell, He Shall Fulfill All of His Promises, 355)