The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

This is all so new and scary. There are moments of feeling overwhelmed and angry that Pia has to suffer. My heart aches when she writhes in pain when the nausea overcomes her. I wish I could take on the sickness for her. I know I can't. I know deep in my heart, there is good and grace in the midst of all the suffering. I know one of my responsibilities as a parent is to find it, embrace it, and model it. So, today we are being girly together and wearing all our favorite bows and hair ties and piggy tails.

 

We are taking advantage of every moment that Pia is feeling good. We sing and dance; we play and laugh; we smile at and talk with all the nurses and doctors; we cuddle and giggle; and we are rejoicing for the opportunities before us to keep offering up our sufferings for those more in need.