Grace's Favorite Color

I have been buying patterns, making mental notes on how to tweak patterns and I have even purchased some material. I seem to be drawn to the pinks and purples. I recently found out Graces favorite color is BLUE. Back to the drawing board. Glad I know because I did see some really cute polka dot and stripe in light blue.
A couple of people have contacted me about helping and said they have a treasure trove of fabric and notions. If my Mom were alive she would love this project. Little did I know when she taught me to sew in the 6th grade( I still remember that yellow short sleeve blouse with the peter pan collar), that I would still be using this talent that she shared with me. Wish she were here to help.
We may extend the Arbonne Fundraiser a couple of weeks. I will let you know.
The prayer service at Childrens Hospital was very moving on Wednesday evening and it was wonderful to see so many standing with Mom and Dad. That was some powerful stuff.
My son-in-law's Yia Yia past away this week. Please pray for Mrs. Palassis, her funeral is today.
Keep Mom in your prayers today, she is undergoing gall bladder surgery.
Have a great weekend and thanks for reading.

Ready to Sew

I was fortunate enough to spend last evening with Grace. I brought 101 Dalmations and we watched. Any time Grace heard the dogs bark she opened her eyes wide and seemed to take it all in.
I have known for a while that special clothing would be a need that I could help fulfill. I looked over the weekend at different fabrics and I have a plan. If anyone reading has done sewing and has notions lying around for "future" projects that have gone by the wayside, maybe you would be happy to contribute them to me. Buttons, lace, trims, etc., can get quite costly. Maybe you can not sew, but would love make a contribution. I would be happy to buy material and make something sweet for Grace in your name. That would be a blessing.
Many of you know that my Dad was recently in the hospital. When ever we bring him dinner or drop something off that he needs, he trys to give us money. Saturday I told him I would take the money this time and I would use it to buy Material to make clothes for Grace. He was thrilled and said "Do you want some more?". I told him I would let him know.
If you do Sew and want to help, let me know. Grace is scheduled to come home in a few weeks and we need to be ready.
Thanks for reading.

Time Flies

I have not been on vacation. However, Alison and Michael had a great time in Vegas. Alison called it Disney World for Adults. Vegas is a nice place to see once.

Niko is coughing and has a runny nose. He was awake and crying multiple times Sat. night. PaPa slept right through it all, but Mimi is pooped today. It felt very good to sleep in my own bed last night and I did not hear a thing until the alarm at 5:00am.

The second Arbonne information event at Panera is Weds., April 16 in Deerfield Towne Center. It is a great chance to learn about and try the products before you buy anything on line. We also have a great time! Don't forget this is a fund raiser for Grace and her Family.

I was praying on my drive time this morning for direction. I guess the events of the past week have not allowed me to be as focused on prayer. I hope my alone time with God this morning has gotten me back on track. I gave myself the "be still and listen" talk again.

I visited my Dad last night and thought he looked very weak. He said he slept on and off in his recliner yesterday. My siblings have been in and out since he came home Friday but he stayed alone last night. I am anxious to talk with him this morning.

Thanks for reading.

Thursday Already!

There is definitely a reason why I had kids when I was much younger. Niko is a ball of toddler energy! Yep, Wednesday is a blur. I did get a call last night from Grace's Mom. She was calling to see how my Dad was doing. I was very touched that she would call ME and check on how I was doing? How sweet is that!!
Thank You so much Grace's Mom.
Dad called me this morning and sounded pretty good. He said he still did not sleep last night but I really don't think hospitals are a place where you get rest. My sweet cousin from Georgia came yesterday after noon to visit Dad and he was so thrilled.
The doctors have started the Lumonox injections and Coumodin and as soon as that is fairly regulated they should scoot Dad out of the hospital.
I talked to Paula a few minutes ago and Her son Kenny could not get into see the specialist until Wednesday. Paula will be traveling to Eastern Kentucky university to go to the doctor with him. We are all very concerned.
Thank you ALL for your prayers and concern for my Dad and nephew and as always thanks for reading.

Is it Tuesday Already?

I completely missed Monday. My husbands tests are finished and he is snoring loudly.
My Dad looked better this morning and will have another test tomorrow. I have emailed my Dad's two Sisters and the numerous nieces and nephews. I am gathering my belongings to go back to my daughters tomorrow.
I mentioned last week that my daughter was having some tribulations at work. Today on the Wyoming District website teachers were given accolades for a job well done and my daughter was sixth on the list. I am always proud of the way she advocates for her students and happy that she was able to see something in print.
Our little Grace is back in ICU and the storming continues. Please pray that this stops. The doctors are baffled and divine intervention is desperately needed.
Most of us feel our lives are full of peaks and valleys but would any want to switch with Grace's family? Please continue to pray for full recovery for this precious child.
Thanks for reading.

Unexpected Sunday

I got up at seven this morning and went to the kitchen to get the coffee pot going. The phone rang and my sister said my dad's neighbor called and Fire fighters broke down my dad's door after he called them because he could not come and open the door. Apparently Dad was too weak to get out of bed. The phone by his bed is not programmable and he has a laminated piece of paper with all of our phone numbers on it by the phone. He was trying to read that paper with a flashlight. All he could manage to do was call 911. My youngest sister Karla works at Bethesda North and was working this morning when the ambulance arrived with Dad. I arrived and and shortly after that sister Paula and brother Ben arrived with their spouses.
Dad has been sick for 2 weeks, difficulty breathing, on antibiotics and steroids. Any way we are going thru the battery of tests and nothing has been decided and more tests tomorrow.
I have to tell you that my friend Glo showed up at the hospital, brought Starbucks, and kept us all in stitches and was a huge support to me. She is the BEST!
My son in law headed to Las Vegas today for a week long conference. I am staying at their house with Ally and Niko on Sunday, Wednesday,Thursday and then on Friday Ally is off to Vegas to spend the weekend with Michael. I will stay with Niko for the weekend.
In between my dear husband is having a colonoscopy and endoscopy.
Please continue to pray for Grace and her family, my Dad, my husband, Mel, Ally and Michael(safe trips), and that I have the energy to get thru this week.
Thanks for reading.

Moving is so Difficult

If moving could only be simple! If everything else in your life is going well and under control, moving to a new home is hard. When your children are small it is a challenge to pack up, live out of boxes, move said boxes, live out of them a little longer until you find new places for all of your Stuff.
Okay, then throw in the fact that one of your children is in the hospital. You are planning a homecoming for her. Of course you are thrilled but scared and nervous about bringing her home. You also know that the layout of your current home is not adaptable for this homecoming.
You really are not feeling that great yourself. You are seeing a surgeon next week to see if you could possibly squeeze in some surgery and have your gall bladder removed and recover before you pack and move and bring home your little girl from the hospital.
Readers, this is the tip of the iceberg.

Another Door Opens

My son in law told me yesterday that his company will donate proceeds from their "Monthly Jeans Day" to Grace. Apparently each employee that wants to wear jeans on the specified day pays $5.00 and the proceeds are given to charity. Grace would be their August recipient. I supplied the information needed this morning and my son in law will take it from there. Blessings to his Company. I feel a CHALLENGE in the air. Do any of the readers have companies that do similar charitable donations? If so, let me know and I will provide them with information. If not, maybe they would consider starting something similar. I could help with that also.
Last night a few ladies and one cute second grade boy came to Panera to sample and gather information about Arbonne (the very cute second grade boy did not sample products and was not at all interested in what we were doing). We will be there again on April 16 from 7:30. Join us if you would like to see what these natural products are all about. If Arbonne is not your thing I would be happy to accept donations on behalf of Grace and her family.
Today is a Niko Day and he will be up and needing MiMi's attention shortly.

Continue to Pray for Grace and her sweet family and thanks for reading

Be Quiet and Listen

My commute this morning was quiet. I was listening. This is a very difficult thing for me to do. Many times on the drive this morning I had to remind my self to "just listen". I really am going to try and practice this. I realized that if the Lord has something to say to me he would have to SHOUT above my thoughts and prayers.
It is very simple for me to be completely consumed with the things going on in My world and not hear directions or ideas being sent to me from Our Lord. So for now, I'm listening.
Our precious Grace has had a set back. A good friend shared this morning that last evening was much better than it has been. We were discussing "storming". Let's pray that Grace is taking steps out the door of ICU again. Pray for rejuvenation for Mom and Dad. The pace that they are keeping is mentally and physically challenging. I pray that the sleep they receive be peaceful and they wake feeling rested.
Thursday evening will be the first of two samplings of Arbonne products at Panera of Deerfield Towne Center. From 7-8:30 you can try products and ask questions about all of the Arbonne line. Hope to see you in the Community Room.
My brother in law, Bruce, is checking on field availability for the Softball/
Cornhole fund raiser. I've asked for a date in July, preferably a Sunday. Nine make a softball team and only two teams of two are needed for Cornhole. Start thinking of your teams. More information will follow.
Thank you for reading and praying.
Psalm 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
He leads me beside quiet waters
I am Listening!

Big Time Prayer Needed

On Grace Good Day.com today I read that Grace was moved back to ICU yesterday. Also, there was a discussion with Mom and Dad yesterday about the possibility of Grace coming home in three weeks. I can not imagine what this family is feeling today. Can you imagine having a child in ICU at Children's who needs your attention and wondering where you might be able to move to accommodate Grace's needs and two other small children. Just moving alone is a daunting task in the best of circumstances.
All of you have been following this journey and have been praying, We need to kick it up a notch! With Prayer all things are possible.
A perfect example of something unexpected is the person who volunteered to keep Grace's brothers for a month so mom could spend needed time at the hospital.
So, I believe that God will show this family a home that will fill their needs and provide the people to get them moved and settled (In HIS time).
When I read the news this morning my first reaction was to start looking for a different place for this family to live. How quickly I forget, I am not the fixer of all things. God, however, will fix it in HIS way and in HIS time.
I am inspired that "Filled with Grace"(fundraiser) begins today. All that can participate, please do. All of those who can not or do not want to, please pray.
One last prayer request, My daughter Alison and My Dad who is 80. Alison has a situation at work and my Dad is sick and having a lot of trouble breathing.
Thank you for reading.

Click On Link

I am so excited about the link that my daughter and son in law designed. It is so professional. It amazes me how savvy they are. I thank God for them every day.
So, the first fund raiser is an Arbonne fundraiser. I love, love , love the products.If you are not familiar with the products please join me in Deerfield Towne Center at Panera on April 3 or April 16 from 7-8:30 and take advantage of sampling the vast line of products before you purchase on line. Please e-mail me at pam.d.curran@gmail.com with any product questions or ANY questions for that matter.
Okay, here is the link:

http://alison.palassis.googlepages.com/filledwithgrace-arbonne

Please read www.gracegoodday.com today and pray for Grace and her family. Continue to pray that Grace's infections are gone and that the storming stops. Pray for Mom to have good health, she is coming down with something. Pray for strength for the family and a productive meeting with Grace's care providers.

Thank you for reading and praying for this sweet family.

Kick Off Tomorrow

I have heard from so many family and friends, and received checks which I have have deposited and sent a check to Grace's family. Thank you all for reading and praying and the financial support.
Last week I decided to send hard copies regarding the fundraiser to people that I had no record of their e-mail address. I went to a printing company close to the Fast Frame store in Mason and explained my needs. They agreed to print what I wanted on MY paper and bring them down to Fast Frame when the copies were finished. Okay, I did not ask what the cost would be and my jaw dropped when the bill was $61. I felt like all those customers that want something custom framed and their jaws drop at the cost. I will be selective at the grocery tomorrow, no special treats for Niko. Lesson learned!
Okay, kick off is tomorrow for fundraiser #1,so, my mind is moving to Fund Raiser#2 and #3(an idea that came to me this morning).
Soft Ball players..I need you. Let's have fun with this! Send me your ideas! Keep in mind my husband's words: "I don't see how you think you are going to pull this off!". Guys and Girls, get on board or get out of the way! Pastor Tom, Pastor Jeff, Pastor Derrick we need you. Let's get Pastor Kim and how about Joanie,Alison,Sara, Shannon, Kim, my sisters, Paula and Karla, we could have a great afternoon of fellow- ship and raise money for Grace's family. I have a commitment from my small group to cook dogs and burgers. And my friend Glo is the best cheer leader ever.
IDEA# 3- A "Filled With Grace" Harley Run. My sister and her husband are Riders and I am consulting with them on logistics. This is an untapped group of very compassionate individuals. If you are a rider, Help me.
Keep praying for Grace's complete healing and the families needs.

Saturday at The Lord's Pantry

Today my small group went to the inner city to pass out sandwiches and coffee, etc. to people in Over the Rhine and the homeless. It was the first time I have participated in an effort of this nature. Every one was friendly and enjoyed us being there. Every one was very polite and most were talkative. I will definitely participate again if the opportunity presents itself.

I took a day off from my blog yesterday. I worked all day and then helped prepare food for our service project. My husband let me know that he was feeling like a bachelor again.I feel a little guilty about all I am doing but he is free to get on board any time.

My daughter is the busy mother of a active toddler and has not been able to complete a link from my blog to a web page explaining the first fund raiser for Grace. I am hoping that I can include it on Monday. If you do not want to wait, email me at pam.d.curran@gmail.com and I will send you an attachment. The document will explain how you can participate in the fund raiser.

I have been planning a fun game to play with Grace when I visit her at the hospital. I am going to try it out with Niko when I baby sit on Monday. I have also been thinking about what books from my grandchildren's library (I have a special shelf of books at my house)to read to Grace. I am trying to collect children's books by local authors and illustrators. Louise Borden is one of my favorites. She has a lot of things framed at the shop where I work and if you do not know her work, check her out on Amazon. Thanks for reading and pray for complete healing for Grace.

It is Thursday already!!!

Yesterday, my wonderful sister helped me all morning with my technical challenges on my computer. She was able to condense things, tweak things, enhance things and the list goes on and on. Thank goodness she was on Spring Break and I had a day off. She has a lot of wonderful talents. I needed her help regarding the Fund Raiser that will begin April 1. My daughter is Designing a Web page that will hopefully link to this blog, otherwise I will use my friends and family e-mail list to tell you all about it. I hope you will in turn forward my e-mail to any one who would be interested in helping this deserving family.

This morning on www.GraceGoodDay.com I got the impression that Mom and Dad are very busy learning how to care for Grace. Please stand tall and strong for them. A lot off us know how much energy it takes to care for some one who needs special help. Maybe you have an ailing parent, a spouse with special challenges or children that require your special attention. Maintaining health and physical strength is difficult when the focus is on taking care of another. Mom and Dad go home from the hospital and continue meeting the needs of two other children. I hope you will all continue to pray that this family will stay close and communicate, even when they are bone tired.

Some friends and I have thought about organizing a Softball Game this summer to raise money for Grace. Grace's Dad told me he plays on a church team. I think a co-ed game sounds fun. Maybe some of our pastors would consider taking on a co-ed team to help us raise money. I heard Our Care Paster was awesome in a recent basketball game as well as Our Youth Minister. Let me know your ideas. I am no athlete but both of my sisters have played softball and go to MCC.

My Husband is very sure that I would never be able to pull this Softball Game Idea together. My reply was, "Any one who tells me I can't had better step aside!" I consider it a personal challenge now. See you on the Softball Field!

Send me your ideas.

Encourageing News from CHMC

It sounds like Grace is a very busy girl in her new digs at Children's. The rehab regime sounds like it is up and running. This small girl has the strength of a lion and is such a fighter. I am go glad for the change in environment and so many positive care providers surrounding Grace. We all know there will be hurdles, but Grace, with the help of God and many prayer warriors, is able to clear those hurdles.

There is a story in the Enquirer today of an 8 year old boy who will be having surgery to relieve a problem that he has suffered with for some time. Because of his stays in many hospitals he decided to raise money to help other kids in the hospital. This young man, with the help of his mother, presented Children's Hospital Guest Services with a check for $500 yesterday. He wants to grow up to be a surgeon and operate on patients even if they can't pay. Mom said,"It started as a journey of his physical heart but, four years later, it is a journey of his spiritual heart."

This prayer was on Joel Osteen's website a day or two ago:
Father in heaven, thank You for Your faithfulness to me. Thank You for giving me strength during difficult times. I trust that You are with me today and choose to focus on the victory you have in store. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

Focus on Victory today. For Grace and the young boy, also at Children's Hospital.
Heck, we could all use a Victory today !

Remember fund raiser starts next week. Important Information Coming!

Next Chapter

I am brought to my knees every day when I hear the new hurdles that Grace has cleared. The way Our Lord is working in this family's life is miraculous.

I want to lift up the person taking care of the boys. She has been sent by God in this time of need. And to give Mom and Dad time for a date night is so wonderful.
I hope to meet this person some day.

It is so encouraging to hear that Grace is getting so much positive attention. I can't wait to see what God does next.

There was an article in the Cincinnati Enquirer about a young man with a brain injury and how he is recovering. Please check it out. You have to get past the front page story about George Clooney (I found that a bit difficult, he is quite easy on the eyes)and move on to page A4, top left hand corner.

Hi Ho Hi Ho its off to work I go. My boss is on vacation this week so it is a solo performance today. If only I could generate some income and not go to work!!!
If any one figures that one out, please share.

Prayer is so powerful, Remember Grace and her family.

Easter Monday

I hope all had a wonderful day yesterday. I loved having my children and grandchildren here on Easter Sunday. Devan and Bailey (grands) asked to spend the night and Grandma's most often say "Yes". Niko and his mom are on their way to play with the cousins.
Please read about Grace moving to a new room and out of ICU today.www.gracegoodday.com.
My plans are to search for a cute Journal today so that people visiting Grace can leave notes for mom and dad.

TICK TOCK TICK TOCK

Okay, three hours have passed since I started this blog. Let's see if I can summarize.
Two kids dressed with teeth brushed and hair combed, myself included and out the door.
Five of us squeeze into my small car, car seat takes a lot of space, we head to Leap, Jump and Run. Closed on Mondays. Two kids very disappointed! They have Lunar Golf don't you know. Plan B----Half Price Books(for above mentioned Journal). Struggle over who gets to push the stroller. Every one has forgotten about taking turns.
Grandma/Mimi thinks she will get out of the store with ONLY a Journal.

Side Note--Two grands call be Grandma because when they were born my Mother was alive and she was Mimi to all of her grand children. After Mom died I wanted to be MiMi.
There You have it.

I found the journal, pretty and pink, Bailey wanted a book about painting. I love to paint so I could hardly say no to that. Devan loves to cook so he wanted to look at cook books first but decided on a movie instead. We finished and headed out to meet my daughter in law and return the grandS.

I am wondering why I always clean before company? My house is a DISASTER and I have to clean again.

I hope to have the first fund raiser ready for you to view this week. I am technically challenged and am getting help linking every thing together.

God continues to work Miracles in Grace's life. Please keep praying for all the specifics listed on GraceGoodDay.

How Great is Our God

I had the opportunity to visit with Mom this afternoon. It was good to spend some time with this very special woman. I was delivering easter baskets given to my Motherless Daughter friend, Glo. A church near her office was kind enough to remember Grace and her brothers with lovely baskets filled with stuffed animals, books and assorted goodies.
Mom has an idea to create a journal so people can leave notes when they are visiting Grace at the hospital. What a great way for Mom and Dad to know about the interactions Grace encounters when they have gone home to be with the boys. Grace has a CD player and we talked about singing her songs that children love. "Wheels on the bus" comes to mind right away as well as many others. Also Brother is enjoying a new DVD from Leapfrog called "The Letter Factory". I have an extra copy that we talked about taking to the hospital for Grace.
Mom gave me a picture of Grace today so that I can design a thankyou note for all of the wonderful people that have reached out to help. I can't wait to start on my design.
Well, it's time to hide the eggs and prepare for tomorrow's Easter service and dinner with my children and their families. Should be a fun filled day!
If you or any one you know is wavering on the edge of believing in the Power of God,please encourage them to go to www.gracegoodday.com and read it from the beginning. Let those folks know that our Heavenly Father has been with this precious child since the night of the accident.
Have a Blessed Easter.

Good Friday

Our Lord Jesus died for our sins today. During drive time today I was thankful for the wonderful gift Jesus gave me, his ultimate sacrifice. I am also thankful for being enlightened to this fact. My prayers for Grace this morning were so specific about new channels in her brain. I felt a vivid need to concentrate on that above all else.

The kids and grands will be visiting on Easter Sunday for dinner. I am looking forward to spending the afternoon with the grands. We will hide eggs and play games.

Next week I want to provide everyone information about a fund raiser for Grace that will begin April 1 and run through April 30. I hope you will like it and want to participate.

Blessings to you and your families.

It Was Good to See the Family

Well, cupcakes were baked but I may wait for Nikos assistance until his next birthday. He did however enjoy the jello jigglers. Remember those? I haven't made them in years and my kids always loved them. The rest of the dinner was prepared during nap time, Nikos not mine :).
I checked with Dad's mother,who is visiting to help out, and planned to take dinner in the afternoon. When Niko was up we loaded the car and headed on an adventure. Do you like the song "Wheels on the Bus"? Well my grandson loves it and wants to hear it on every drive. When the last note is played he says "More". MiMi knows that song sooooo well.
It was good to share time with the family. Infant brother is the happiest little guy I have seen in a while. He scooted right to the packages I brought and helped himself to what was inside. Middle brother was not sure why there was another person his size in the room touching things. Mom and I had a chance to talk a bit and she shared Grace's progress that day.
Mom and Dad fully believe that Grace is able to breathe all the time without the ventilator. The hospital of course, is cautious. Isn't God good. Yesterday was 17 days since the accident and when there was little hope, God was there. If you were uncertain about the power of God, Please go the www.GraceGoodDay.com and read it from the beginning. This precious little girl, with the grace of God and so, so many believers praying, progresses each day. I believing she will run through fields of wild flowers and I want to be a witness to that.
My trip to the hospital to see Grace got snowed on, Literally. It was like a blizzard when I left to pick up Glo and head to the hospital. So after an extended day of babysitting I went home and surprised my husband. Yes, I have one and he is understanding about all that I do. Another Praise.
Please email me if there are any ways you can help out. pam.d.curran@gmail.com
Keep your ears open, you never know when you may be the recepient of His word.
Thanks for reading.

Prayers Continue

Today is a busy day for Mimi. I take care of my grandson, 18 month old, very active toddler, Niko. We are going to the grocery to get ingredients for dinner for Grace's family. Then I thought I would introduce Niko to the joy of making cupcakes(also for the family). I think I have grown in patience since my own were Niko's age, I would not have attempted this then and may not ever again. :)
I want to share a couple of things with you today. I have five grandchildren, all with unique personalities. Four are grandsons and one granddaughter. They are 11, 10, 6, 5 and 18 months. For anyone who has not experienced grandparenting yet, it is the best part of my life.
Yesterday, while on hold with Warner Cable(for 45 minutes)I had an opportunity to converse with a customer service rep. named Kelly. She shared a moving experience relating to the power of God in her life. Our conversation concluded with me promising to pray for her and her many grandchildren and specificaly her daughter in law, Jessica. Jessica recently lost sight in one eye due to White Spot Disease. Kelly will also be praying for Grace and her family. I must admit it was one of most enjoyable Warner Cable experiences I have had. Isn't God wonderful!!!
When I finally got to work, (yes I was a few minutes late because of above conversation) one of my co-workers had left me a note with cash in it for Grace. Another blessing!!!
A local church has provided my Motherless Daughter friend, Glo, with three easter baskets for Grace and her two brothers. Glo and I will deliver those tonight along with dinner and the cash I have received. Glo, an attorney by trade, continues to research federal student loan forgiveness for the family and I am praying she has success.
I hear my Sunshine (Niko) on the baby moniter so my day begins. Have a wonderful day filled with blessings and prayer.

Small things are Happening

My Sweet Dad mailed me some money to be forwarded to Mom and Dad. My father is always telling my siblings and myself to never forget those in need.

I am the lucky daughter of an 80 year old man who I really did not know until after my mother passed away five years ago. Mother was the communicator and Dad was the quiet one. Being the oldest child I had a relationship with my Mother that was different from my siblings. I miss my Mom but I will forever be thanking God for getting to know my Sweet Dad. I love him very much.

You probably know that Grace's surgeries were succesful yesterday. (Don't forget to read www.gracegoodday.com for all the details and specific prayer requests.) God is so good! He continues to bless Grace and give strength to mom and dad. Another Motherless Daughter and I are going to try to contact Mom and Dad today and possibly visit with them and Grace on the 19th. It is hard to know when is a good time but we are going to give it a go.

We are trying to come up with something that middle brother will find comforting to sleep with and help ease some of his confusion and fears about big sister. I have a grandson the same age and I was trying to think of what I would do in a similar situation and so far I have come up with little. Any thoughts?

Today is a work day for me. Although I would love to quit my job and be of service in other ways, that is not possible right now.

Continue praying for this wonderful family and their beautiful little girl and search your heart for a way that you can help ease some of their burdens.

Untill next time.....

Interesting Drive Time

I was reminded on my drive this morning that I am not listening to His voice. Why is it so easy to slip back into the habit of forging ahead on my own and not letting myself be led in the direction that I am meant to take?
I want to ask for donations of 20.00 from anyone who is able to give. I will use your donation for gasoline cards and phone minutes for the I-phone that has been provided for Mom and Dad. I am learning to be more specific in what I am asking for as well as being more specific in what I am praying for. I would be delighted to purchase these items and hand deliver them. If you can help and do not know my address please e-mail me @pam.d.curran@gmail.com and I will respond by sending you my address. I will supply Mom and Dad not only the gift cards but let them know how we all stand with them on this difficult journey .
I encourage you to continue to read www.gracegoodday.com for updates on Grace's medical status. The Lord is making positive things happen in Grace's life. Grace is having surgery today at 1:30 to put in a trach tube. This a huge first step in Grace transitioning to a recovery floor and out of ICU. Do not forget that Grace's accident happened only 16 days ago and Miracles have happened every day for this precious little girl. On my drive this morning I envisioned Grace running through a field of daisys with her cute braided pigtails. I believe in what the Lord has planned for Grace.
Please pray for her middle brother who in 19 months old. He is having a hard time understanding where his best friend, playmate and sister is hiding out. Mom says he is sleeping with Grace's shoes. Sometimes I think we forget how an incident like this takes a toll on everyone, even toddlers and infants(Graces baby brother). Pray that somehow God will help Mom and Dad find the words to comfort these small boys who are trying so hard to understand why their world has been changed in such a dramatic way.
It is humbling to me to me that I can not care, nurture, and fix all the things that are going on in my mind and heart for this dear family. I think the message that I received this morning was a reminder that I need to ask for help.
I am asking, "Will you help me by making a donation?" Thank you.
Until next time, Peace!

THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO HELP
I want to share the http://www.gracegoodday.com/ site with anyone who is interested with staying in touch with the miracles in Grace's life on a daily basis. This blog also offers specific prayer requests.

I read it every day and try to send Mom and Dad prayers and words of encouragement.

I feel like I am being drawn to try to help with things that Mom and Dad do not have time to think about right now. Some are immediate needs, some are not.

I learned today in a meeting with two other Motherless Daughter's that there is a need for gas cards to help with the soaring gas prices and the multiple trips they are making each day to Children's hospital .

Mom and Dad had never had a cell phone before this accident, a luxury they would not allow themselves. They now have an I Phone but the minutes will run out on April 5th. They could use more phone cards.

Mom needs to really watch what she is eating because last week she went to the emergency room because of abdominal pain. It was discovered that she has gall stones. By monitering her diet she is hopeing to postpone the surgery she is going to need.

My self and a friend are going to research student loan forgivness. Apparently under certain curcumstances that may be a possibility. Mom and Dad have shouldered that resposiblity themselves and could benefit from those responsibilities being lifted.

My friend is going to assist in obtaining and helping Mom and Dad fill out the proper paper work to obtain Social Security Disability for Grace. Did you know that there is a lifetime cap on what insurance compaines will pay. Having a child in ICU for 2 plus weeks can really add up.

I will continue to praise God for the improvements in Grace's conditionand hope that through prayer and faith that Mom and Dad can stand tall in advocating for their daughter's well being.

Please feel free to e-mail me if you feel the need to help in any way. pam.d.curran@gmail.com

A Begining

What am I doing?

Setting out on a blogging adventure I suppose. My reason for establishing this new(to me) form of communication is because of a very unfortunate accident.

Good Friends of mine are fighting for their daughter's life. Grace ( her real name is being protected from
the ever hounding Press) was meant to enjoy an afternoon at a local park with her Daddy and her two younger brothers. Grace escaped from Daddy while her was helping the boys out of their car seats. An immediate search ensued and a short time later Grace was found in an ice covered lake. Two weeks have passed with Grace in ICU at Children's Hospital and God has worked miracles but much prayer is still needed for Grace and her family.

My friendship with Mom developed because we are both involved with a group called Motherless Daughter's. I met Mom and felt an immediate tug on my heart. Mom is only a year older than my own daughter. She very smart and a wonderful Mom. I met Dad when he was my team leader for a city wide program called "Go Cincinnati". When their most recent son was born, I tried to organize meals to help out the first month of baby's life.

Mom and I have served on some planning committees for Church events. I love her fresh new perspective on every thing.

This accident has touched so many in our community and from coast to coast. Please pray for God to heal Grace and on my next post I would like to explain some ideas I have to help this sweet family.
Thanks so much for reading my first blog ever.

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