Hi friends –
It’s been another dreary day here in Alabama. We are very thankful for the rain, it is much needed, but gray weather just makes me feel dreary too. I know that isn’t the most uplifting way to start a post, but when I decided to continue writing on this page I knew it was to be real. To share Kayleigh’s story, and to be honest about how you continue living and moving forward when God doesn’t answer your prayers how you think He should or how you hoped He would.
Today marks three weeks since our girl went home to be with Jesus. Oh what joy we have knowing that she is healed. But oh my, how hard it is to be left behind. Yet each day, God is good to meet us where we are. To give us strength for that day. To bless us with sweet memories or new stories about how Kayleigh is making a difference. It is still so very difficult, but we continue to find our hope in Christ Jesus.
God continues to send me the same verse. Three days in a row now this verse has come to me, each time from a different source.
2 Corinthians 12:9
9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.
So that is what I will do – boast in my weakness. In my brokenness and grief. Because in my lowest state Christ is able to work through me. There is nothing of my former self left standing. I certainly would not have chosen this path, but every day I continue to be thankful for it. For the change it has brought to our family, friends and community.
We still have a long road in front of us but I know God is in control and will continue to direct our steps. Thank you for continuing to walk with us and pray for us. I know those prayers are what help keep us in the fight.
Until tomorrow,
‘Carrow💜
