Where to Begin?

I suppose most people would begin at the beginning. That seems like a good formula, so that's what I'll do after thanking you for joining me on this journey.

This is a blog about Moms first and their critical illnesses second. I can truthfully say that I would never have made it this far without my Mom. She is my rock, my friend, my nurse. At differing times she has wielded diaper, dish towel and crying cloth - but most importantly, she has always worn the armor of God and has been on her knees for me - for all of us in the family - as we each face our monsters. Thank you Mom, I love you.

It is from my mom that I learned the importance of family and faith. Stay together, stand up for each other and pray for loved ones. Lean on one another and always keep in touch no matter how many miles separate us physically. I've needed all of those lessons these past 13 years. My mom taught me through her life, and from such a young age, that faith is a tangible thing not just something to dust off on Sunday morning. That faith in Christ has sustained me through many, many long dark nights.

Perhaps faith in Christ is not something you have learned or looked for. Certainly noone has to have faith in the same things I have faith in to get through their illness, although I believe it helps. I do know, however, that you must have faith in something or the illness in you will drag you down and win. Believe in your partner, your children, yourself. But believe!

Does anyone else have a thought on this? Sane, non-profane posts are welcome!

ShesTheQueen