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Saturday Snaps: Hospital Shots

January 9, 2011 By Sandra Heska King

His eye is on the sparrow

And I know He cares for me.

Hospital time teaches

trust

patience

humility

and the need to let go of control.

My daughter had lung biopsies on Wednesday and remains in the hospital.

Where I have also stayed overnight with her.

So I’m a little behind.

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  1. *~Michelle~* says

    January 9, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Letting go is so difficult.

    Praying in Connecticut, Sandra……

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:54 am

      And shouldn’t be that hard. We only think we are in control anyway.

  2. Michelle DeRusha says

    January 9, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Praying for you and your daughter, Sandy. My thoughts are with you!

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:55 am

      Thanks, Michelle.

  3. Keli Gwyn says

    January 9, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    Sandra, your photographs are so evocative. These tell a sad story, though, one that tugs on my heart. May you and your daughter feel the peace that passes understanding as you lean on the Lord at this difficult time.

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:48 am

      But it’s a good story, Keli. A journey closer to health.

  4. Natasa says

    January 9, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    Praying.

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:57 am

      Thank you, Natasa.

  5. Larry Hehn says

    January 9, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    You and your daughter are in our prayers, Sandra.

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:57 am

      Thanks so much, Larry.

  6. S. Etole says

    January 9, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    You’re in good hands … may you both be embraced with peace and comfort.

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:58 am

      Strong, gentle hands.

  7. Michael says

    January 9, 2011 at 11:09 pm

    Praying for you guys

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:58 am

      🙂 🙂

  8. Mary Gemmill says

    January 10, 2011 at 12:42 am

    May the peace of God that passes ALL understanindg, guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, at this very traumatic time. May you find tokens of His love strewn across your path- delivered by those whose obedient hearts he touches with love for you. xoxo

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:52 am

      Just beautiful, Mary. Thank you.

  9. Karen Lange says

    January 10, 2011 at 9:41 am

    Praying for you all, sweet friend. God’s always on the throne and in control.

    When the dust settles, come see me at my blog. Gardening, I think, was discussed.

    Hugs to you and your family,
    Karen

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:51 am

      Dust? Garden? I’m on it.

      Hugs back to you.

  10. Melinda Lancaster says

    January 10, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    My prayers continue to go up on behalf of you & Abby. You are not behind, my friend. You are where you need to be at this very moment learning lessons in the sea of life as you deep see dive.
    Are you reading the book in the picture? I’m reading it, too?
    I’m believing for forward progress and total healing for Abby.
    LYI!

    • Sandra says

      January 11, 2011 at 1:50 am

      Yes, this is what we are studying in a our small group at Ladies Bible Study. Really gives a whole new perspective on scripture. Met the authors and heard them speak last year.

      LYI2.

      • Melinda Lancaster says

        January 14, 2011 at 9:51 pm

        I see I ended my statement about reading it with a question mark. But you knew what I meant. It is a very good book. How awesome that you met & heard the authors speak.

        Still praying for you & Abby, BTW. You remain in the forefront of my mind.

  11. S. Etole says

    January 11, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Thinking of you both again today …

  12. Susan J. Reinhardt says

    January 11, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    Hi Sandy –

    We’ll be right here when you return. Praying for you and your daughter.

    Blessings,
    Susan

  13. Scott Couchenour says

    January 12, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    Sandra, first let me say I’m praying for you. Second, your post was so well put together I feel as though I know exactly how to pray.

  14. Cassandra Frear says

    January 15, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    Sparrow Hospital. What a lovely reminder of the thing you need most during such times.

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