Perspective

I usually just don't write about things that are on my mind...today I am. My sweet little niece was admitted to the hospital last Wednesday with Bacterial Meningitis. She is not even 2 weeks old. She is showing such resilience and as Heather says "such patience". I know in my heart that she is going to be Heather's little miracle just as Sophie was my little miracle.
This trial in our family has given me another opportunity to grow and gain a little perspective on my life. Last year at this time I was in a position to really gain some perspective. Each day I just prayed that Sophie would remember to breathe. That she would gain an ounce. That her little body would grow properly. Each day I prayed for these little steps and one by one they happened. Never in my life have I ever had such faith and just had to give it all to my Savior to take over. I know that Heather is feeling the same thing at this moment and I know that the Lord will take over and watch over her sweet baby.
I am grateful for the times the Lord gives us opportunities to gain perspective on life. I would not have trade the trail of Sophie... I received so many blessing at that time in my life and I know that Heather and Doug will receive the same.