From my mom:
Brianna rested comfortably last night and looks very peaceful as she lies in bed with me. This morning we were blessed with several hand squeezes (and she even moved her left hand/arm today) and she opened both of her eyes widely to say good morning. Her lips were dry so I put moisturizer on her lips and she opened them as if she was relieved. I was especially blessed with her saying, "Mom" very clearly. Her breathing, though staggered, is remaining the same and the congestion is under control.
She is a fighter! Definitely lives up to her name, for sure...STRONG, virtuous, noble. She is cuddling HOPE bear, her comfort item from when she was a baby. How did we decide on the perfect name and how did she happen to cling to a praying teddy bear? I am beginning to see examples of how God's plan is perfect...some may say coincidence, but on our journey there have been too many to "coincidences" to believe that is all that is happening.
Trust in Him, Believe in Him, and be comforted by Him.Just as children view their parents. We are all God's children first and are blessed with the gifts of our precious children. I read this next quote in a book one day and have thought of it everyday since...."If I could sit on a porch and have a conversation with God, I would thank Him for lending you to me." Brianna is God's child first and if He chooses to call her home, He is the only person who loves her more than I...in that I find comfort and peace.
Praying for peace and comfort today, for my hero!
Right now she is really starting to move her arms and her eyes are open...Bye
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Jennifer,
I'm with Angie's List and am working with Normal Moments to grant your family's wish for roof repairs.
We sent out an email this morning asking local companies for help and have already received great response.
While I realize this is the furthest thing from your mind, please know that you, your family and especially Brianna are in my thoughts and prayers.
Many blessings of comfort and peace in your time of need.
Angie Barnes
Angie's List
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Dear Brianna,
My name is Kathleen and I am aunt to your neighbors Madeline, Claire and Charlie Reath. You are truly a inspiration as your spirit goes beyond what any words can describe....I am one of the many people who have not met you in person but can only be humbled by your courageous, fighting, sweet natured spirit! You are truly an angel in every sense of the word.....Peace be with you sweet girl.....Kathleen Summerhill
To the Family of Brianna Sharp--
My name is Burwood McFarland, I'm a friend of Margaret Robinson Frank, and I've been following your daughter's struggle with the illness that took an ex of mine as well. I was so sorry to hear of your Daughter's passing this morning. I could share my moments of anguish and joy spent with my ex in her final days, but now it's your time to remember your daughter so I'll forgo the commiseration. Just know she's free from confusion and pain, and embrace your lives as she tried to embrace her own.
Blessings--
Burwood
As fellow McNulty dancers, I wanted to share with you our sincere condolences on the loss of your beautiful daughter. She will be in our prayers.
I went to school with Brianna and we shared a few classes. I'm saddened by her passing away and i hope she rests in peace.
Annie Khan
Brianna's family,
I used to work with Brianna's dad Matt and have been touched by her strength in fighting this battle. Gods plans for her must be great in that he needed a little angel at this time. In reading this blog, I was overwhelmed by the courage of this young child and that of her mother who wrote regularly of the struggles, faith and love of a family facing such a loss. I can only say thank you for sharing Brianna's story with us. It makes us acknowledge that we never know what lies ahead and that loving your family and existing peacefully is sometimes the greatest gift of all. All of you are in my prayers, especially Brianna. My prayer to her is to watch over all of you that loved her so.
Rachelle Nirchi
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