Love

I remember the day perfectly. My Mom, Sister, and I went shopping. When we came home my mom went to the movies and me and my sister went to look at the view on the Buttes. When we got home there was a cop car down the street, my dad was gone. I had a horrible feeling in my stomach, like I knew something was wrong. I immediately said a prayer. About 5 minutes later my dad came into my house in wet pants and tears in his eyes. I asked him what happened and he hesitantly told me that the grand daughter of my wonderful neighbor drown in a canal next to my house. I was so upset, like anyone would be. I remember calling one of my best friends crying. He was so understanding, he told me everything would be okay. 

Well this little girls name was Preslee Sullenger. She didn't die immediately like we had thought, which was a miracle because she was in the water for almost an hour. For one week little Preslee fought for her precious life. When she was in the hospital, friends and family posted on their blog about Preslee's progress. I remember reading the post and crying because the family was so strong and the little girl pushed to live. I remember where I was when I read the post that she had passed away. 

Her story touched me. She did so much in the short time she lived. I felt so much love for this little girl that I didn't even know. When ever I am feeling sad or upset I read the posts in her story and it makes me so thankful for what I have been given. I have never experienced a loss like that. Today when I was reading her blog, this post really moved me. I encourage you to read Preslee's story, it is truely life changing.

We all love her and her family. They are constantly in my thoughts and prayers and I am so thankful that I have had the opportunity to offer them that. They are outstanding strong people. Click here to visit the family blog.