Adrianna Cavanagh

Steph will resume her journaling when she can, but she, Adrianna and Joe are now getting some much-needed sleep.  Thus, this entry comes from the grandparents.

Prayer can’t always change the situation, but we believe prayer can always change US.  If our prayers for Adrianna’s miracle cure are denied, we can still consider our prayers answered in another way: Adrianna may soon leave this world of pain and suffering to enter the Kingdom of God and enjoy the blessings of Paradise.  SHE will be much better off there, though she will be painfully missed by all of us who know her best.

The doctors have looked at her blood tests and find evidence that her kidneys and liver are beginning to decline in efficiency. 

Though in some pain she continues to bless us by her great spirit and personality, which help to renew her mom and dad’s courage as they lovingly care for this child.  We delight in her own special phrases like “in a little while”, “be careful”, “ebby day”, and calling our names, Poppa, Pop-pop, Mimi or Nanna. She still talks, though not as much as when she was not sick.

Stephanie took Adrianna into her own room last night to let her see her dolls and animals (the little friends you have given her over the past 10 months).   She asked for several to hold and love, and we realized again how much these little ones have helped her on this long, agonizing journey. 

Afterwards, we watched her as she lay between her parents and clasped her hands together to say her prayers, “Now I lay me down to sleep…I pray the Lord my soul to take.”  I was thankful they videotaped that prayer.  How real and meaningful it was for her at this time. 

Our prayer now is that we can accept God’s will, if He does not heal her.  We are hoping that her life will continue to influence the lives of others.

We do not find the words to express our gratitude for the unexpected love, thoughts and prayers of all of you who have loved Adrianna so generously and unconditionally.  You have certainly made this Journey easier for us.
Judy and Reggie
Irene and Brian

Mark Hughes

Mark is doing better.  His problem is being treated with medication.  He may be about to leave the hospital in a few days.

Butch Reviere

Butch is looking forward to going to his sister’s home for some quiet time to continue his recovery from surgery.