One month

      One month, can you believe it?! I asked Amaya if the month went by fast and she said "it feels like I just woke up from surgery. How long did I sleep for?" A month later and she's still confused by the anesthesia.
     This past month has been difficult. We've been stretched, we've been exhausted, overwhelmed, seen our daughter in pain, and had to push her to do what was necessary (even when painful). Yet, we have managed to rise to the challenge and grow. We've adjusted to new routines, had to be flexible and work together. We've been amazed time and time again by both our girls, who have shown great courage, love, strength and patience.
     We are grateful for all the help, love and support we've received. Thank you all for your advice, listening ears, the meals you've prepared, the gifts you've sent the girls, the gas cards and money you've sent, the cards we've received, for caring for Lidie and keeping her busy, for reading our blog and following along, for giving praise and encouragement. Thank you. It means a great deal to us all.
      Some moments were terrible, but they are just moments. This past month has also had moments of calmness, joy, peace, and normalcy. And for those we are grateful. Some days we're not sure how we're doing it, we just keep on going then realize we've survived another day. Amaya continues to impress us with her strength, perseverance, courage, her ability to bounce back after something so difficult, the way she pushes herself at physical therapy and that she doesn't whine and fuss(at least not there). Lidie is showing a great deal of patience, sweetness, understanding and empathy for a three year old. They are making this journey so much easier just by being themselves.