Today is Jared's sister Katie's birthday. She has to spend it in the hospital this year. A tragedy has struck her life this past weekend and she has lost her dearly beloved husband through a devastating car accident. She is in the ICU right now in Reno Nevada. Astonishingly, she is doing very well on her way to recovery. She is in so many people's hearts and minds right now. Jared and I have felt the full support of so many around us. Cora, Kate's three month old daughter, was also in the car but has managed to escape this tragedy physically unharmed.
I am overwhelmed by the devastating nature of this event. Jared and I are full of sorrow and hope for our dear sister Kate. We loved Ryan and new how much he loved his family. We are struck with wonderment as we turn our thoughts to God in hopes of some glimpse into his comprehension of all things.
Jared and I would like to thank all of those who have shown their love and support, kindness and compassion, and overall hope in this difficult time. We know that through all things we can rely on the Lord's plan in our lives.
I found a quote from Neil a Maxwell that I thought was worth sharing:
“The Lord knows our bearing capacity, both as to coping and to comprehending, and He will not give us more to bear than we can manage at the moment, though to us it may seem otherwise. Just as no temptations will come to us from which we cannot escape or which we cannot bear, we will not be given more trials than we can sustain.” Neil A Maxwell
I am so grateful to know and to love the family I have been given. I will cherrish the memories of Ryan and try harder to show compassion and love to all.
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:( My prayers are strong w/everyone during this time. I say this a lot, but what else can you say, you know? I'm reading a fantastic book The Shack right now... it might be something you might want to pick up.
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