Where has the time gone?

So I look at the last time I posted on this blog and think ....Wow!  My time has just flown by.  It has been a year and a half.  That is just crazy to me.   So we are still hanging in there.  Rick still needs a kidney.  In fact, he has an appointment with his nephrologist tomorrow.  We shall see where his percentages are.  At the last appointment, he was at 9% kidney function.  Luckily, his other blood work has stayed fairly stable so he is not yet on dialysis.

A lot has transpired in the last year and a half.  We have a grandbaby girl Nora that was born in June of 2015.  That makes 7 beautiful little girls running around our house on many occasions. Here is a somewhat updated photo of our family.  Aren't they beautiful?  We are so blessed.

Too bad our kiddos can't donate.

We are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and I know that the strength we receive from the gospel of Jesus Christ has helped us through the health issues that are facing Rick.  Our church has a current campaign going on called "Light The World".

During Christmas we are reminded that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World. This

year, share that light by resolving to do the things Jesus Christ did. Every day leading

up to Christmas, focus on a di fferent Christlike behavior. For specific suggestions on

ways we can emulate His example go to mormon.org.

I am so impressed by the small simple things that really do make a light in the world.  The simple acts of kindness, the cheery hellos, and genuine smiles and cares by others that make our world a better place.  We have truly been the recipients of those special acts.  Today, December 5th the focus of Light the World is Jesus healed the sick and so can you.  A suggested act of service is to donate blood or become an organ donor.  It has been an eye opener to me of how many people are affected by different diseases and how important organ donation is.  Families can get a lot of extra years with their loved ones because of the selflessness of others.  

I will try to keep the blog updated better.  Thank you to all who have been to kind and who have done so much for our family over the years.  You are truly in our hearts.  

May each of you feel the true spirit of Christmas this holiday season.  May you have the opportunity to help #lighttheworld with your random acts of kindness and service.  Merry Christmas from the Young family.