I had no idea how much heartache comes from having a very sick toddler...
Evie was sick with various symptoms of the stomach flu for over a week. This was most likely one of the toughest weeks of my life. Poor girl spent the first several days throwing up, not being able to keep down solids or liquids. The most difficult part for me was when she'd look at me with tears in her eyes, choking out 'Mommy' as she was completely scared and confused about why she was getting sick. It broke my heart that I wasn't able to bear it for her. All I could do was be near her and show her that I wouldn't leave her side.
Just as she was beginning to feel better, two new teeth decided to pop through. This created many extra symptoms. Poor Evie.
Evie had never really been sick like this before. We've been blessed. Dealing with the past week really gave me an eye-opening experience... I thank the Lord for the health we are blessed with.
There are many moments that come to mind when I was desperately seeking help from the Lord; sickness, troubles with work/school, or more simply put: hitting rock-bottom. I can relate to how Evie was feeling as she was confused with why she was sick and wondering why Mommy wasn't doing more to help; i.e. take away her sickness. I often wonder why the Lord allows me to go through tough obstacles. I wonder why He isn't doing more to help get me through it quicker or even heal or make the situation just go away.
The Lord is always near, always comforting, and always willing to draw near as you draw near to Him. Just as I felt pain seeing Evie in the condition she was in, the Lord feels the pain we suffer, too. He allows us to suffer sometimes so that we have a reason to draw near to Him, to bring Himself glory. Thank you, Lord, for showing me yet another glimpse of Yourself.
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