Thankful

I have heard a lot lately about a little girl named Layla Grace.  Well, basically I just kept hearing that name.  Yesterday a friend mentioned her on Facebook, and posted the link.  I was sobbing half-way through the first post, and completely lost it when I saw the pictures of her sweet face.  This little girl is just a baby, two years old, and is days, or possibly hours away from leaving this earth.  There is no doubt in my mind, after reading the entire blog, that she is going to finally be rid of her pain, and she is most definitely going to a better place.  I just look at her pictures, and can't help but think, that could be my baby.

I couldn't even look at Kaleb yesterday without either crying, or wanting to just sit down and hold him.  I can't help but think about all of the dreams that parents have for their children from the very beginning.  While I am thinking about Kaleb's second birthday, Layla's mommy is thinking about her baby's funeral, all before her third birthday.

Today I am thankful.  Thankful for the toddler that screams at me when I make the wrong thing for lunch.  Thankful for the little boy that once loved his bath, and now screams the entire time.  Thankful for the little boy that I have been blessed to have (almost) two healthy, happy years with.  I am also thankful for the baby growing inside of me.  I already have so many hopes and wishes for this child as well, but as of yesterday, my only wish for my children is their health. 

I have been praying for Layla non-stop since I read this yesterday.  I check the blog frequently, just to stay updated.  So, I ask you to pray as well.  I pray for peace, in whatever form that may be.  I also pray for strength for Layla's parents.  I pray, not only for people with cancer, but for children with cancer.  God's will be done.

m.