Kaitlyn is My Superhero - July 12

From Brianna's mom Jennifer:
While getting Brianna seated at the dinner table Saturday night, Brianna was insistent that Kaitlyn come over to her because she was Brianna’s superhero. She gave Kaitlyn a big hug and whispered in her ear. I asked Kaitlyn to immediately write down what Brianna said. Brianna said, “I love you so much and you’re my best friend!” (there was more, but Kaitlyn forgot the rest…that was all she probably needed to hear) Regardless, Kaitlyn walked back to her seat and said, “Finally, I get the appreciation I deserve!” I am sure Brianna is Kaitlyn’s superhero as well, but she just hasn’t said it aloud yet. In recent days, especially since Max’s passing, Kaitlyn has been a HUGE help and is constantly watching out for Brianna. She has been absolutely wonderful and amazing!!
Grandma Close & Great Grandma visited today. Great Grandma cries just thinking about Brianna, but she made it through a long visit without crying. Great Grandma is struggling with lung cancer and Brianna has spent a lot of time worrying about her. Brianna wanted to call Great Grandma & Great Grandpa the other day and she told them how much she loves them. Brianna told me weeks ago that God told her to be close to Great Grandma & Grandpa and she continually talked about visiting them, so she was excited to see Great Grandma!!
The past two days Brianna has become less aware of her surroundings and has not eaten nearly the amount of food as usual. She might also have a little relief because her belly is not so bloated. Matt came by today and brought orange chicken from Panda Express…she didn’t show any excitement at all.
Kaitlyn and I have been sorting through all of Brianna’s notebooks/sketchbooks. WOW!! There is a ton of artwork and journal entries. The majority of which has only been completed since early May. For the past three weeks she has not been able to write or draw anything but scribbles. Most of the drawings are really cute and happy. She has many, many pages where she describes her feelings for us. We filled one binder already and need 2-3 more in order to have a place for all of her other work. We shared the first binder with Brianna today and she was quite impressed with some of her artwork! :o) She doesn’t realize it’s her work, so we looked at each other and smiled.
I really don’t like ending an update on a sad note, but another child has earned her angel wings. Ravyn Finch, the little girls we met at St. Jude passed away, but she was a very strong warrior who put up a very strong fight. Please pray for her family as they adjust to life without Ravyn’s big, beautiful brown eyes! You are in our prayers & we love you very much!
God Bless You!