SO..... today is my baby girls 25th birthday! Amazing that so much time has elapsed since that joyful day! I want to tell you why I respect and admire this wonderful woman. If you're reading my blog, you're probably amazed that I even have a new post - as it's been a very long time since I did this.
But today - I want to honor my daughter. I wish I were more like her. In the midst of what was clearly the most devastating day of her young life, I found that she was comforting ME! Hmm... that should work the other way! She received the unwelcome news that her in-vitro attempt failed -- again. Worse yet, it won't be repeated until modern science solves some difficult problems, that might leave the door open for another attempt. However, this is 5-10 years away. What a blow for this cute couple, who want nothing more than to be parents. As they proceed with the route of adoption, it brings a new set of hopes, disappointments, and uncertainty, yet they're willing to put it all on the line - facing it all, with faith in their Heavenly Father's plan for them.
There's little comfort or answers I have for you, Tracy, except that I KNOW that you are somebody's mom, and how blessed those children will be for having you open your heart and welcome them in.
Last night, rather than wollowing (like me), you were making cookies for a bake sale to help a family in great need. What a shining example you are! What courage you have! And Faith -- well, just remember the college paper you wrote a few years ago entitled "Faith." It touched me then, and it touches me today. Thank you for being my daughter, Tracy. Thank you for letting me experience this challenge with you. And thank you most for keeping my perspective of these challenges very clear.
You are my hero.
You are my example.
You are my beloved, beautiful daughter.
I love you!
Mom
