God Knows What He's Doing

I've been reflecting on the enormity of all that has been going on with Olivia, medically, lately. I have come to the absolute resolution that God knows what He's doing. I was chatting with my neighbor on Facebook just a few minutes ago, and she said, "I think God really knew what he was doing when he entrusted Olivia to you." I told her, "I really believe I am the person I am because of Olivia, so that goes both ways. It's kinda like I'm her mission field!" :).

There is a kind of love that a person has for their child that is unlike any other type of love. Sometimes it is overlooked, or taken for granted, but thankfully for me, I truly appreciate being a parent. It is very hard to have to make decisions for someone else's welfare, but I am honored that God has, indeed, entrusted Olivia to us. If I hadn't mentioned it before, Olivia will be 14 years old this coming Sunday. I was just 21 when I had her, and her diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy came when I was barely 22.

God knew what He was doing bringing that little girl into this world. Being her mother has brought so much joy and happiness.

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As an update, we have some more pieces put together in the puzzle. I have a plan for Jack & Robin from Sunday, October 2-Saturday, October 8. That plan is set, and I'm now working on the next week. I have someone to care for the goats, and someone to care for the dogs. :) Oh, and I have a place for Dave and me to lay down our heads while the other is staying overnight with Olivia, if the Fisher house doesn't pan out.