Sweet gesture...

I received the sweetest call last night. I had always heard that if your child is in the band in high school it is like their family. But never realized it was true. Malcolm had a friend who's mom is in the booster club and came with her daughter to see Malcolm. They happened to be here when the doctor came. They heard the doctor urging Malcolm to have the heart procedure even if he was unsure or didn't want to miss school. She left and evidently made some phone calls to the other members of the booster club. Anyways, I received a call from someone in the booster club last night checking on him and our family. She was so sweet. She offered to bring in dinner and everything. I don't think she realized how many people their were. It was kinda funny when asked the size their was long pause. Yeah I know 5 kids sheesh and to cook for them. hmmm. I wanted to put this in here because it touched my heart that everyone from his band has been so sweet with this situation. Especially his band director. I am really glad he chose to do it this year. It has been a good experience so far.

Something else has been on my mind even with all this going on with Malcolm I haven't been able to get someone out of my mind. I don't know her real well but I always enjoyed listening to her lessons at church. Now that she is ill I have wanted to do something anything for her but just didn't know what I could do. And didn't want to invade this difficult time. I have been touched by many patients that have been fighting cancer and know how difficult life can get. I can't imagine with little ones. I ran into her today she looked really good all things considering. I know she didn't feel that way but she really does. So my question is how do you really let someone know that your offer is sincere. I know when things are going on in life people will offer and you never know if they are really offering or just saying it. I also know that sometimes asking people for help is hard. My heart aches for what her and her family is dealing with and would love to help.

How precious is life to not stay in the moment and take in every smell and smile and hold close everyone you hold dear.