These past few weeks have been extremely difficult for all of us. I think it’s safe to say that last week was the worst week of my entire life. But you would be surprised at the joy we have experienced even here, in the darkest place I have ever walked through.
Joy in an answer, confirmation that he has biliary atresia and receiving surgery in the same day.
Joy in kindred spirits and friendships made whilst washing breast-feeding supplies.
Joy in going through this as a family. Staying together in a tiny room, getting closer by the minute.
Joy in his ability to fight.
Joy in embracing prayer and a peace not of my own. Coming to terms with the fact that I questioned God, and that He still held each of my tears as precious jewels. God loves a lullaby and a mothers tears in the still of night better than a hallelujah sometimes.
Joy in watching tubes be removed, and bowels waking up.
Joy in tiny snatches of sleep.
Joy, pure joy watching my sweet little boy recover.
Tears of joy friends, that is where my heart is today.
Praising Him with you. The Lord woke me up in the night and I didn’t know why at first. Then I felt a gentle nudge to pray for y’all. So glad the news is good. God is so amazing.
God is Good! So happy to hear your little boy is recovering! I admire what a positive person you are and how you find positives amongst your hard times! You’re awesome xo
Beautiful post- I wish nothing but the best in life for you and yours and i am positive that your strength and your love will see you through x x
So encouraged by your faith and peace a midst the storm. Praise the Lord for He is so good!!!
So glad to hear that things are getting better. Love you!
Praise the Lord!!! I have been checking back each day to see an update! I am so very happy to see that your sweet little boy is on the mend!
Sending love xoxo
H Melissa, I am so grateful to see your happy smile here and that Declan is showing good signs of recovery. Such a blessing. Christopher has been asking about you guys a lot and he has said a few prayers on your behalf as well. It is wonderful how you are so reflective and present. So many people rush through their lives and never stop to think about things. Love reading your thoughts and I am so relieved that things are going as well as can be expected. When you have time, keep sharing pictures, we love to see how he, and you all are doing. Big hug for all of you, love Aunt Leslie
So happy Mel! My heart is overflowing with smiles and happiness for all of you. I will continue to pray during this recovery period for Declan. xoxo – Cheryl
what a beautiful picture…he’s so lucky to have you as his Mom…he couldn’t ask for anything more… momma xxxx
Midst the pain and the trial, Our Lord comes in and fills us with Peace and His Love. Being angry and questioning is expected. In fact, I believe He expects it! Knowing that prayers have been answered all around the world, is the way to celebrate this Day of Giving Thanks! to HIM that provides it all! My prayers continue for a speedy recovery… m.
So beautiful. How beyond hard that place was for you guys, so glad you could be honest with God and that he has brought you through. Thanks for sharing your heart, Melissa, God is the one who somehow makes beauty from ashes, and knows how painful it is. To see God’s glory shine through such painful places gives others, like me, a lot of hope. Continuing to keep your family in my prayers. love.
You are so wonderful and right Mel to find such joy! I love this post. I wept when I read your words that ‘God loves a lullaby and a mothers tears in the still of night better than a hallelujah sometimes.’ I feel that truth. A big hug to you tonight. You are so brave and true. Thank you for holding such grace.