Sunday, March 16, 2008

Baby Belle turned 1 1/2!

Baby Belle (Brianna's little friend with terminal leukemia) turned 1 1/2 years old today. She is not doing too well and it looks like she won't be with us much longer. Baby Belle's parents (Dad Joe pictured below with clowns) hosted an amazing celebration of Belle's life complete with bouncing houses, games, delicious foods and a clown show.

Lots of people (about 100 or more) showed up to pour their love on Belle's family. The strength of character and courage that this family has exhibited throughout their health ordeal has been nothing short of extraordinary. They have ministered to everybody they've come into contact with.

Please continue to pray for Belle's family as they prepare to possibly face one of the hardest times anybody can go through. Belle has been an amazing blessing to the family and through her short life, she's put her parents in touch with amazing nurses at Children's Valley Hospital in Fresno and other families who have supported and prayed them through.

One thing we did this afternoon? Hug Brianna very tightly and thank God she's is growing fast and is very healthy. May all of us remember to treasure the blessings God gives us daily, no matter what we're going through. And thank you again for praying for Belle today!

1 comment:

Gloria Pierson said...

Thank you Jeremy for reminding us even thought we had company - it was a huge blessing for us to go even for a short time. This is one incredible family!!! They truly do minister to all the come in contact with - precious little Belle just sleeping in her mom's arms. Great celebration of Belle's life but honestly I couldn't help weep! This is an incredibly difficult time for their family yet they appear so strong as they know that God will hold them tight!