Family is what gets you through the bad times, and cheers you on in the good times. Family is the bond that connects us, that teaches us how to love and to give. Family is about sharing a strong sense of love that you cannot put into words, it simply is.
Today I want to celebrate Family. Each of you who have shared in our sorrow when we didn't understand how this could have happened to Madelyn. To those of you who thought that a home cooked meal would be a big help. To those who have selflessly donated their pto time because they understand the meaning of family. To those nurses who take the extra time to do Maddy's hair and make sure she is as comfortable as possible. You see, family comes in all shapes and sizes and is not always related by blood. We have become a family with our common love and support of Madelyn. Thank you Sacred Hearter's*Hamblen Students-Teaches-Parents-Pastors*Neighbors*Friends*Friends of Friends*Family. We have come together as a family and this is truly amazing to witness. Here's to a girl named Madelyn, who throughout her fight has proven to us, the meaning of family!
Madelyn is continuing to become stronger each day. She was able to actually read her blog last night and is playing with her webkins on her laptop in her ICU room.
Maddy got a manicure from her Mom and will get sparkles on her toes today! This is a good day indeed! Her sats are moving in the right direction and we are grateful for her progress.
Thank you, Family. Thank you to each of you who care, pray, feed, and love.
Maddy you are doing so good i am proded of you.I miss you alot and i can't what to see you! you mean alot to me and that will never brack. i am praying for you evey night.i hope you get better love whitney p.s you are doing a good job
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LOVE TO MADDY AND ALL THE FAMILY WRITING IN THIS BLOG,
ReplyDeleteYes, we are all a family united for a common purpose..
If our wills alone could heal Maddy...we would all lovingly do so.
But, I will pray that Our Dear Lord continue to take care of Maddy........allow her some joy of her own each day. Keep fear away. Heal her even faster if that is your plan for her.
Amen
Love from another part of the "Maddy Family",
Julie Foster
Thinking of you again today Maddy, and of your wonderful family and friends who support you and love you so much. God bless all of you! The pictures and beautiful words that you write help all of us to feel
ReplyDeleteconfident that you will be healed and home soon. Home with all your family and friends around you to continue to show you how much they love you.
Smiles to you! Gayle
Maddy,
ReplyDeleteThe picture I just got from your Dad really made my day. You sitting up is Awesome. I am very proud of you and don't forget we are going ridding as soon as you are up to it. :)
Love you lots
Uncle Bill
Little Girl, Little Girl......You keep up with the Butt kickin'. I know you can take WHIRLWIND OF ILLNESS to the matts baby. "KITTY GIRL ALL THE WAY!!" The gordon family is in your corner of the ring with you, all the way.
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ReplyDeleteYou are such an amazingly strong and brave little girl. There are no words to describe how thankful I am that you are here with us. Everyone is praying for you. Your Aunt Sharla has kept everyone we care about well informed. She is such a wonderful writer and always confirms all of our love that we have for you and everyone that has been there for all of us. We are all so thankful to have Madelyn and Mallory. What wonderful gifts from God, you two are. Get well soon Mad. I love you so much!
Love, Mommy
You are the best!!! You are a very strong little girl!!! I hope to see you well soon.
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Shaelyn & Taylor
Hi Maddy were so glad your making so much progress!!We love you and we can't wait to see your new hamster:)
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ReplyDeleteI heard through the grape vine that you got to eat a popcicle today!!! I'm so very proud of you and I know that your family is too. You have accomplished so much in these past few weeks and are truely admired for your strength and perserverence. My daughter, Allison, made you a card that I hope you were able to look at today. She thinks you are pretty amazing!! She likes hamsters too, in fact you met Fluffy and Nibbles when you, your mom and sis came over several weeks ago. I know you'll get your little hamster pretty soon!!!
We think of you all often. Kara I'll have to have a Tuna sandwich with chips real soon!!!
Love,Lynette
Maddy please get better!I pray for you every night!When I heard you stood up it made my day!Those hamsters are waiting to be adoupted by you!You can pick out your hamster and my hamster if you want.I love you
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