Life sometimes moves you in a direction that you never expected and usually, when you least expect it.
So here I am.
I am the mother of a beautiful blonde and blue eyed toddler angel who is independent and sassy and who's latest and greatest phrase is "stop it!" Wonderful. *grin*
I wish that phrase was much more powerful than it really is. I wish life was less convoluted and as easy as picking out which bear book to read or which colored sippy cup rocked my world.
I have no complaints; trust me. My life is, and always has been, more tailored towards the drama side, but it doesn't compare to a lot of others out there. I am thankful for my mother, my brother, my husband and my son. My nieces and my nephew on the way. My extended family and my friends. I am blessed and I know it and I am grateful.
Are you grateful? I am sure you are, but I am going to ask more of you and your already busy and buried life. I want you to take a few moments to stop. Completely stop and look around. Have you kissed your wife or hubby lately and really (and I mean really) expressed how you feel about them? Have you really hugged and kissed your children lately? How about those parents of yours? Have you called them up and said hello and by they way, hey thanks for everything; I love you! How about that good friend you keep putting off because they will always be there?
It's time. Don't wait. Stop whatever is so import, like online bill paying or that sports game or that load of laundry and make sure those people know how much you care.
Now I am going to ask even more of you. One more thing. It will be very small to you, but it will be life size to someone else.
Take a moment to read the following story via any of the links provided below and read through to the bottom:
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Brief overview of the story:
My Name is Kristy Schwade and my life at this point is not anywhere near normal. My Son, the light of my life is fighting for his very own life in ICU and has been since May 9, 2007. He is suffering from Shaken Baby Syndrome by the hands of someone who is not in anyway related to him or us. I have 100% faith in God that my little boy will be the one that SURPRISES all of the doctors. He is strong and we have to be strong for him.
Kaleb was recently fitted for a specialized stroller, which is amazing news! However, it won't fit in the Schwade's vehicles. Kaleb supporters everywhere are banding together and asking that people donate $1.00 (come on people, you can give up a Starbucks once this week!) to help the Schwade's purchase a vehicle to accommodate Kaleb's new stroller. What a dream come true for them to be able to take their baby boy to the park again!
Please find it in your heart to help. $1.00 is priceless for this family.
When I look into my son's eyes, I ask God to be with us always and to bless the Schwade family and baby Kaleb. May Kaleb be lifted up into his arms and my God hold him close and protect him for further harm. May his little body heal and his spirit persevere.
As posted on the Help Kaleb Myspace Page:
The most important way to help is to PRAY for Kaleb's recovery! Secondly, you can donate funds to cover medical expenses, lawyer fees, and other expenses by donating to the Help Kaleb Fund. 100% of funds will be used to help Kaleb's family.
Please make checks payable to "Kristy Schwade", and send to:
PO Box 291494
TAMPA, FL 33687-1494
OR just use the Make A Donation button to donate instantly to Kaleb's mothers Paypal account with a credit / debit card.
Thank you for your reading my blog and for your time! Many blessings to you and yours!
NM
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