In a blink of an eye life can change. It may be for the better or not so much.
I remember preparing for the birth of Aislinn ten years ago. She would be my second daughter, a little sister to Alexis, the second granddaughter and second great-granddaughter. So much to do to get her Looney Tunes room ready. Murals to paint...a crib to assemble...picking out the outfit to bring her home in...diapers to purchase...and Poof she arrives.
What I thought to be a prefect pregnancy would soon reveal my true journey with Aislinn. The my second daughter, a little sister to Alexis, the second granddaughter and second great-granddaughter certainly would keep me busy with specialists, numerous tests, surgeries, and illnesses. Much to my surprise my idea of sibling rivalry and all that comes with a four person family would ...poof...go up in smoke.
Above photo by Palmer Photography
But like with any crackling fire, the smoke clears and the amber from its energy begin to glow with hope. Hope of delicious s'mores, hot chocolate, or a crispy hot-dog or a circle of heart warming stories. Poof...life becomes rich and full again with the laughter while sledding or a cherished friendly snow ball fight with neighborhood friends.
The opportunities open up for a new normal. I love spring with the renewal of life, butterflies, bumble bees and flower gardens. It chases away the cold and dark days of winter still leaving behind its fun. Wait I am beginning to sound like a BELOVED Disney movie...poof...poof...POOF!!!
Aaaaaaahhhhhhhh there it is Spring Break and loved ones are in the most magical place on earth...home.
Much love,
Michelle D.
Voss-Shelley
(Mom to nine year old Aislinn with a GRIN1
mutation)
(butterflyicebaby@gmail.com)
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