Katie has just a hint of color to her now. Although she still took two naps yesterday and was asking to go to sleep by 7:30 p.m. last night. Katie has begun her "mantra" again. She moans. It is not continuous, as it was during that first month or more, but she moans for short periods of time off and on throughout the day. It is difficult to listen to - it is heartbreaking, really. I am glad things aren't as bad as that first couple of months. Katie was inconsolable in the beginning, at least now, I am able to comfort her.
"Pain stayed so long I said to him today,
'I will not have you with me any more.'
I stamped my foot and said, 'Be on your way,'
And paused there, startled at the look he wore.
'I, who have been your friend,' he said to me.
'I, who have been your teacher - all you know
Of understanding love, of sympathy,
And patience, I have taught you. Shall I go?'
He spoke the truth, this strange unwelcome guest;
I watched him leave, and knew that he was wise.
He left a heart grown tender in my breast.
He left a far, clear vision in my eyes.
I dried my tears, and lifted up a song-
Even for one who'd tortured me so long."
(Author unknown, Tragedy or Destiny, Spencer W. Kimball, 4).
Tears in my eyes for poor little Katie. I pray this phase goes quickly and with very little problems. My heart and thoughts are with you guys daily.
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poor baby. the moaning would be so difficult to listen to:( thanks for updating. jeff, kaylee and i read it everyday. i love that my kids pray for your family every night. they are gaining such a strong testimony of prayer. thanks for your amazing example to them.
ReplyDeleteI thought of your family so many times while watching conference this weekend- so many uplifting talks- we continue to pray everyday. Please let us know if we can help in anyway.
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