The truly important things....

On days when I feel overwhelmed, the Lord is quick to bring to mind my friends, George and Shannon, as they await a new heart for their baby boy, Christopher - born on 11/30/09. Here is a video put together by their cousin, Allyson. There is a photo in the slideshow of all the equipment at Christopher's bedside...I gasped when I saw it - and the sobs began (tears were already going). All of this to keep that precious baby boy alive while waiting for a new heart. I just can't imagine how weary Shannon must be - taking care of two older children while loving on this sweet little one...all without her husband, who must be tending to business on the West Coast...I just cannot imagine. Please pray for this sweet family - and for the family who will be experiencing unimaginable grief as they give Christopher the gift he needs to live.

a day with Christopher - Saturday, December 2, 2009 from Allyson Stephens on Vimeo.