Why?

I have had this question on my mind today. WHY did I have to lose my mother? WHY does a sweet little girl have to suffer with a brain tumor? WHY does cancer strike at anytime, to anyone? I am not feeling self pity, or even bitterness, just WHY? I know that our Lord has a plan, greater than we can even imagine. I just get frustrated not being able to see beyond today. I wonder when I will see the purpose in our trials - today, 20 years, 50 years or maybe not until the next life?

This is WHY I Relay. Being involved in the Relay for Life makes me feel like I am doing something, like I have a purpose that I can see NOW. I watched my mom fight for 4 years, I am continuing the battle for her. I Relay for those who are fighting, may they be cured. I Relay for those who have survived, may they never have to fight again. I Relay for those who have past, may their loved ones not go through the same battle. I Relay for all those who are cancer free, may they stay that way.

If you have never been touched by this terrible disease, chances are you will sometime in your life. If you would like to get involve, or even just donate to the cause, don't hesitate. You never know what tomorrow might bring. Here is my Relay web site, if you want more information, let me know.http://main.acsevents.org/site/TRC/RelayForLife/RFLFY09GW?pg=peditor&fr_id=17752&px=3705624





I have learned to count my many blessings. I was blessed to have my mom for 30 years. I have a beautiful daughter that has no health problems. I have a very active boy who is healthy and happy. I have a hard working, loving husband to support me through my trials. I have a loving Heavenly Father who knows me so well. I have a wonderful life!

And then there was the sun!

We finally had a nice sunny day (after two weeks of rain, and yes, snow). We spent the whole day outside, mostly doing "kid" projects. Clay has been promising a sandbox for two years and today was the day the kids finally got it. Beau and Elle have spent hours in it already. Bailey on the other hand, only wants her "Choo Choo". The problem is, is that she takes off down the road and you can't catch her. So dad decided to fix her wagon, or should I say Choo Choo, and tied it to the trampoline. She gets so angry when she gets to the end of the rope, and can't get any further. At least she won't be getting hit by a car. Later in the afternoon dad took us all out for ice cream, so much for eating dinner :)
It was so nice to be able to spend the day together outside. What a blessing it is to be a wife and mother to this sweet little family. My Heavenly Father has blessed me with so much, I am truly grateful for all I have.

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