Prayer Request

I do not know who will even take the time to read this. But if you do, and in whatever language you need to do so...I need prayers for my uncle. Now this is just not the average uncle. See my mom and biological father are not together and frankly have not been since I was 6 months old. So family relationships were severed as the two families were in face now two separate families. Years back as an adult I tried to rekindle some sort of simple family dynamic with my biological father and well nothing came of it. Sorry if you read this but that is the truth. I hated my last name growing up because no one in my family had it. Though when I re-met my uncle and aunt...finally I was happy to know a connection with my last name. They have two kids and it has been great knowing I have more family. They have always made me feel included and welcome. Even if tension was there with other family members. I love my aunt and uncle and all they have done to make me know I was always wanted and thought of.

My uncle was having back issues and balances issues about a week ago. He has had other health issues in the past and has seemed to overcome the obstacles. This time he had major compression on his spine and a risky surgery had to be performed. My uncle is now paralyzed and it is said he will never walk. He can't squeeze my hand or even wiggle his fingers. I saw him last night and had the hardest time seeing him in this new situation.  He has the highest amount of oxygen one can have and can not eat or drink.  This is not the once soccer player and coach I know.  Though his eyes lifted at jokes my mom said. He is still in need of prayers and a miracle.

A very Happy Birthday to....

A wonderful birthday to Anthony. For those who have not read my blog before he is one of my original missionaries. I actually was just thinking of my testimony recently and how strong it has grown in the 3 1/2 years since becoming a member of this great church. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) Just last night I had two of the sister missionaries over and shared a little bit of my testimony to the newer sister. I realized that just 4 short months after my second miscarriage I was able to conceive Seth. I then think to the week of that loss. I drove an hour to see Anthony for a blessing.  I could have seen anyone that held the priesthood. However I thought back to when he taught us as investigators; he told us about the plan of happiness (Plan of Salvation). This included the concept of families being truly forever, and eternal. My son Matthew who I lost at 5 months of pregnancy was in fact waiting for me. These words rang true when I lost the second baby. While just as upsetting; I was able to think of church teachings and get a blessing. I was able to have comfort and reassurance that I would in fact be able to be a mom. I am glad Anthony was a worthy priesthood holder. Now here he is today a dad , and husband and doing great things for his family in Utah. His wife and I have become great friends and I love seeing and skyping with his little girl.
I am so fortunate for the missionaries and even more for him knocking on doors with his companion.
So why not try and open our doors and hearts to the missionaries? It changed my life and I bet it will change you life as well.