So many times I have come to the computer to post an update and I have sat here with thoughts running through my mind and stabbing me in my heart but have been unable to type them. It's been a long 3 months since I have last written and a lot has happened...yet our God remains so faithful to us, even in the midst of my doubt. I thank each one of you for continuing to pray for our family and to ask how you can help us...God hears our prayers and loves us dearly.
The best update I can give you is that Grace continues to amaze us. God has blessed her with such an enormous capacity to endure hardship that it sometimes blows me away. As of now, she is continuing to struggle with several medical issues and will go through a series of medical tests and procedures for the next 8 days. Our hope and prayer is that we would get some answers to why she has been so sick and be able to best treat her.
Cannon continues to be plagued with his foot/ankle/leg fractures from the first week of January. For some reason, these bones don't seem to want to heal. He will go for a bone evaluation this Wednesday. Our prayer is that we would get answers for him too and that he would be able to heal. He continues to be in a lot of pain, has missed a lot of school, and seems worn out from it all.
For me, there are days that I feel like the weight of all of this is too much to bear. The best way to describe it is like trying to tread water in the middle of the ocean in the middle of a big storm....I keep getting swept under the water. When I feel this way, I realize, just as Peter did, I have taken my eyes off of Christ and have put them on my circumstances and am trying to do it on my own. I must remind myself to fix my eyes on Christ and consistently lean on Him for my strength, His Word to renew me, and His people to encourage me and help me along.
Thankfully, we continue to be encouraged. Just a week ago, we were jetted off to New York City where Grace was granted her wish from Make-A-Wish and American Girl-New York. It was a wonderful experience for our whole family despite all of the medical issues going on right now! My next post will be about our trip but for now I wanted to update you on Grace's status and ask for prayer for her in the coming days.
Thank you for your faithfulness,
Carrie
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Praying the tests go well and praying the Lord would continue to give Grace the strength and endurance to press on. Praying the Lord would bring healing to her body. Praying that Cannon's foot heals soon. Praying for strength for you and Kevin as you continue to care for your kids. Praying that your whole family grows closer to the Lord.
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