Every couple of months Wes has an MRI + doctor's appointment at Huntsman.
The appointment is always scheduled months in advance.
It's never a surprise.
It's never a stress.
It's always fun for the kids.
It's hardly inconvenient.
And so I'm always surprised when halfway through MRI day I have a headache.
Or I can't seem to stop munching on something.
Then, finally, it dawns on me: there is stress associated with these happy Huntsman days.
There just is.
And that acknowledgement (when it finally surfaces) is always helpful.
And so are the family members who distract us with conversation (or in Lucy's case: cookies).
Most helpful to me are the encompasing arms of my sweet husband (although his strong, comforting embrace creates as many tears as it consoles).
We're still awaiting news...
"Stable" is our favorite pronouncement.
("Gone" would be preferable.)
Come what may, the Spirit whispers, "Be still and know that I am God."
And I must listen.
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I used to have empathetic pains... when I saw a bruised knee, my knee would hurt. When I saw a scraped elbow, I would always reach for my own... I can't help but think that maybe your headaches are not only the understandable stress of the day, but empathetic pains you share for Wes.
I'm so glad you have cookies for distraction. :)
My thoughts are always with you. More than you could really know.
Still in our prayers and thoughts. Both prayers for your family and prayers out of gratitude of the examples you are to us and for what we have learned from you. We love you!
Been thinking of you guys a lot lately. I have to second what Lessa said: we pray for you guys and are so grateful for your example!
Interesting what lies beneath a beautiful smile.... Faith, Concern, and a cookie.
ps
I never knew a night so black light failed to follow on its track.
I never knew a storm so gray, it failed to have its clearing day.
I never knew such bleak despair, that there was not a rift, somewhere.
I never knew an hour so drear, LOVE could not fill it full of cheer.
Such trust, and faith and strength. Thanks, Lori.
Oh you guys. i just love you.
i had a princess crown just like lucy as a kid...that makes me happy :)
I echo Lessa's words sentiments. I love you guys so much. I know that God is with you. And so are many, many friends. Thanks for sharing some precious moments with me the other day as I had the chance to talk, and to play with Lucy. Let me know if there is anything I can do. :o)
Thanks for your comment on my post about Kate. She is doing much better, for which we are very grateful. I think about you and Wes frequently. You inspire me to be more faithful. I am so greatful that we have a loving Heavenly Father to help us through life. I hope you get good news with the MRI! Keep us updated.
Love you and can't wait to hear the news!
I hope all continues to be well for you! You are so talented at capturing the moment with your camera!
We're praying with you, Trumans!
We are definitely still praying for you and that "gone" pronouncement.
Beautiful pictures. I love the ones of Lucy on the escalator.
What a blessing you are to your kids... they will always remember those Huntsman days fondly. I love you guys... praying for a good pronouncement!
Beautiful pictures, beautiful words. We are mindful of you and your family...always.
Hi Guys,
I am sorry I missed you as it looks like had a great time at Huntsman. Hope things go well, keep me posted. If Wes is still looking for an intership, let me know!
It's been raining here, always love rain in the desert, but thanks for always sharing light and cheer, even on rainy days. Love you all!
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