Tonight's picture was taken in April of 2004. Mattie was two years old and as you can see playing in his green frog sandbox. Mattie absolutely LOVED his sandbox and would play in it at all times during the year. I did not have the heart to part with this sandbox. So now it is outside our deck, in our common's space. All the children who live in our complex come to play in Mattie's sandbox. I have to admit that when I first started seeing this, it upset me greatly. I wanted to tell them this box wasn't for them, and to move along. But I didn't. Over time I have accepted their visits and feel that Mattie would want other children to enjoy his frog and all the toys he kept inside of it.
Quote of the day: You feel fine, and then, when your body can't keep fighting, you don't. ~ Nicholas Sparks
Not writing much tonight as I haven't been feeling well all day. It is like I am having a total system shut down. I am absolutely exhausted and can't keep my head up. So as Sparks' quote aptly points out..... when your body gives out, you do have to listen to it and give in. Can't remember the last time I ever napped during the day. But I did today and plan to continue resting.
1 comment:
Vicki, I am sorry you felt so horrible Sunday. I am sorry that while I knew because of our conversation about Zofran that you did not feel well, I did not realize it was to this extent!💐
Your blog on Sunday said everything just with Mattie's picture. It is beyond precious. He looks so happy. Keeping his sandbox in your common area is a kindness to other kids living there. I often ponder your quotes, this morning after reading it, realize it was how you felt!
Hope you are better today.
Your flower arrangements for your dinner were beautiful. A dinner, all together, is a great way to thank & celebrate volunteers. Mattie Miracle has a lot of faithful helpers!
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