"When will I be healthy Mommy?"

"When will I be healthy?" That is Annie's biggest question right now. She had a great day playing at the park and even going down the slide without any pain! Now, many of you might not think that is a miracle, but to me, knowing she couldn't even walk 3 weeks ago, it really is! She is such a little trooper and tries not to complain about anything. She is stared at because she is American, and now she is stared at even more as people try to figure out why she is wearing this suit. I think in a way it is a blessing because she is used to being different here, so she doesn't really notice them staring. These two pictures were taken today at the park. One is of her on the slide and the other is of Annie with her friend, Paqito.

Yesterday our bath went well and I thought today's bath would go well too. However it didn't go as well. She was back to crying tonight. I find myself wondering when will this all be over. Then I think of all of the precious mamas at Shriners Hospital praying over their children who were far worse than Annie. I find myself praying for them as I know they have a lot longer road ahead of them than we do ahead of us. Many of you have said, "Thank you" to me for writing these posts. This is my way of dealing with all that has happened, my way of journaling and journeying through all that has happened. I thank you for taking the time to write us and to pray for Annie and for our family and just for taking the time to read how she is doing. It really does mean a lot!