Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Day 35
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The Bible says that Noah and his family were in the ark during the flood for "40 days and 40 nights." But I don't think that Noah knew it would be that long. He just went into the ark and had to wait until the ground was dry enough to leave.
The Bible says that Noah and his family were in the ark during the flood for "40 days and 40 nights." But I don't think that Noah knew it would be that long. He just went into the ark and had to wait until the ground was dry enough to leave.
So even though on day 35, he was really close to the end of his incredible journey, he and his family didn't know it. To them, it was just another day of water, as far as they could see.
Not to be overly dramatic, but in some ways this is how Kellye and I are feeling right now. Today is no particular milestone or day of significance for Aleli. It's just another day in the NICU. And we do not know the day when she will leave, so we are just sort of stuck in limbo. Kellye said last night that it feels like a time warp. We don't have a date that we can look ahead to; all we can do is spend another day with our daughter in the hospital.
I think this is the challenge with most journeys. The beginning is exciting, novel, and full of energy. There are high and low points along the way that seem significant and cause deep reflection or great joy. At the end, you can look back and see how much you have accomplished, what you have learned, and the help you received along the way.
But then there are the slow, flat, trudging along days. The days that are routine, but you know in the back of your mind this won't be your routine forever.
But then there are the slow, flat, trudging along days. The days that are routine, but you know in the back of your mind this won't be your routine forever.
Day 35 of ......... how long?
I realize this post is a little melodramatic, and I'm not looking for more sympathy. Just communicating where Kellye and I are at right now. Thankfully, a friend shared a song with me yesterday that sums up how we feel, and offers perspective for the future. See the video below:
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2 comments:
That's a beautiful song, man; it hit me in a good spot, today. Thanks for sharing it.
We're on day 2,002 as parents right now. And it's true: no part of their lives lasts for long, and that goes for the good days and the days you are looking forward to getting past, so hold on to each one as best you can. (I know you're already doing an incredible job of that, but I figure it doesn't hurt to get a reminder from 1,967 days into your future!)
We're still praying for you guys--lots of love coming your way from Buffalo!
Thanks matt! We appreciate that perspective and look forward to all our days as parents.
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