Gosh, I don’t even know where to begin. As amazing as this world of technology is and as much as we can take in each and every day through the internet, I have never in my life been more aware of exactly how much sadness there is out there. In the safety of my own home, I live in a bubble. A bubble where all is well and things are perfect. But the reality is that just beyond that front door of mine, sadness and unjust abound. And quite frankly, it sucks.
This week I was made aware of the story of sweet, BEAUTIFUL Kate..through Twitter nonetheless. Kate is five. Kate lives in Phoenix. Kate could be any one of our kids. Two weeks ago Kate was running around, starting to read, learning and thriving just as we all hope and want for our children. Kate has been diagnosed with cancer.
Here is a video her mom and dad made…
This story has been tugging at my heart strings since I learned of it earlier this week. I have cried. I have prayed. I have held my kids a little tighter and a little closer. I have counted my blessings. Life is fragile…so, so fragile and none of us are guaranteed a tomorrow. Cherish each moment you have. And take a moment to say a prayer for this adorable family. They could most definitely use it.
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by Bethany
It simply breaks my heart open when I hear of children and babies that are terminal!!! I just don’t understand how this happens to such little angels.
Ooooh, sad sad sad….I am off to bed now, my eyes full of tears….and I will be thinking of them in their long road ahead.
not sure what to say to this through my tears. Much more real than ever. Do you know them? I’m posting about it – I just have to. I know what the blog world did for the Macs, only because everyone joined together.
Ohhh Bethany…I’ve been following this for about 2 weeks and it’s just terrible! For some reason it just hit so close to home…them being right here in Phoenix and my littlest is the same age. Breaks my heart…her sweet little face. Her parents are amazing…I’m quite certain I wouldn’t have made it through the first day.
You have a heart of gold Bethany!
This is a heartbreaking story. I wrote about it last week on my blog, and hits very close to home, as the family lives in my town. I will be auctioning a complete party pack this week on my blog, with the highest bid proceeds going directly to the McRae family. Stay tuned….
http://tomkatstudio.blogspot.com/2009/07/life-isnt-always-party.html
The McRaes are friends of ours… their spirits remain lifted through this and are soooo encouraged by all of the prayers from other believers! Thanks for including this! She is one precious little girl
Go to http://www.prayforkate.com for the most current updates.