Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Slow Motion

Our world just stopped.

Gracie was diagnosed with Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her thyroid is underdeveloped and fails to produce or release the thyroid hormone. This can cause her brain and body not to develop normally, and is the leading cause of retardation. ... We were told she'll be on medication her whole life, and monitored closely every month through invasive tests for the next 5 years-minimum. We are praying so hard that the medication over time will prevent her from not developing correctly, mentally and physically, but we are afraid they didn't start treatment soon enough. Please keep our sweet Gracie Lyn in your prayers. (and her mommy and daddy.)

...We are in slow motion right now.


Perfection.

"No pain that we suffer, no trial that we experience is wasted. It ministers to our education, to the development of such qualities as patience, faith, fortitude and humility. All that we suffer and all that we endure, especially when we endure it patiently, builds up our characters, purifies our hearts, expands our souls, and makes us more tender and charitable, more worthy to be called the children of God . . . and it is through sorrow and suffering, toil and tribulation, that we gain the education that we come here to acquire and which will make us more like our Father and Mother in heaven."
-Orson F. Whitney

21 comments:

Holly Hoffman Spears said...

I'm so sorry. I don't even know what to say... I feel so heartbroken. As a mom, to watch your perfect little baby go through something like that... ugh. I know things will work out eventually. In the meantime, I know a lot of people will be praying for you guys.

Janssen said...

I am so sorry to hear that. We'll keep you all in our prayers.

Julie said...

We're thinking of you guys, and will keep you in our prayers. We're so sorry. we love you. xoxo

Shelise said...

You will definitely be in our prayers. You always amaze me. You seem to have such wonderful perspective even in the midst of trials. That quote is absolutely beautiful and I'm sure it gives you hope. I hope everything goes well.

lacie tidwell said...

ALL My love and prayers to you guys!!! always!!! We love you all to bits!!!!here for anything you need!!!

MY LITTLE DANTIES said...

i love you girl!! your little girl and your family our in our prayers daily!!

Lindsay said...

I just wanted to cry as I read that, and I can't even imagine how you are feeling. I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but remember that you don't have to go through it alone. He is always there! You guys will be in our prayers.

Alexis Treese said...

Brandi, I'm praying for your family. Please let me know if there's anything I can do. Love you.

Taralee said...

Oh, I am SO sorry! We will absolutely keep your family in our prayers. You are a strong woman and Gracie is so blessed to have such wonderful parents! Thank you for the great quote!

Taralee said...

p.s. OK, now let me wipe my tears away!

Jenna said...

Brandi...I already said this, but remember that you are strong person and just like with everything else that you've had in your life, you WILL be able to get through this. Seth will be there, Nicci, your parents, all your extended family and friends. I wish you the best and always know that you, Gracie and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Heather said...

I will be praying for your beautiful baby girl. I am glad they caught it so early. She is precious!

DavidGunnFamily said...

Seth and Brandi,
Your baby is beautiful!! We hope all will be well.
We are thinking of you. You and your little Gracie Lyn are in our prayers.
We love you,
Aunt Linda

Norby Family said...

I read your blog a lot and admire you with your love for your family. My heart breaks for you and your family. I know you went through a lot with your frist daughter (my daughter went through the same thing and that's actually how I found you). From reading your blog I feel like you can handle this, your family is amazing and so strong. I wish you the best in your trial.

Becca said...

Oh Brandi and Seth....We are soooo sorry too!!! We are ALL praying for you guys and for Beautiful Gracie!!! The kids have been so sweet to always remember her in their prayers!!! We love you guys and miss you tons!!! I love that quote too. You guys are so inspiational even and especially during hard times!!! Nicci and Gracie are so lucky to have both of you as their parents!!! We love you!!! Keep us posted!!!

Bowen Family said...

You are definitely in our thoughts and prayers!!!

Unknown said...

Can't stop thinking about you. Sending my love and prayers!

Kiesel Klan said...

I know you don't know me well but I just want to say that your daughter is sooo beautiful and I pray that everything will be ok with her and I, for some weird reason and this is so not like me to say but I truely belive she will be ok. She truely looks like an angel. Our prayers are with you.

Molly said...

Oh Brandi, I am so sorry to hear that! Gracie is so lucky to have you, Seth, and Nicci though. You guys are so strong and faithful, and I know the Lord will bless you with strength to get through this as well. Our prayers are with you. Much love your way...

Jessica said...

She is beautiful! Just know that your family are constantly in our prayers.

Cassandra Laine said...

It will be alright! Whatever the outcome! You two are such a dynamite couple with that precious Nicci as a big sister, you can accomplish anything! Gracie Lyn is so lucky to have all of you, what a special family you have to receive such a blessing this way. I believe in you Brandi and Seth!! You are completely able to handle this! and you're doing it!! You're doing it well!!

Love you!!!

xoxoxo

Cassie, Jacob, and B.