Give Thanks in all Circumstances

I continue to be encouraged by all the people who have reached out to us during this difficult time. Many who have never met Aidan have written me to tell me they are praying for us. Friends have even changed the way they vaccinate their own children because of Aidan's story.

I feel so encouraged to have so much love and support. Tonight I received another letter of support at just the right time.

I finally received my written evaluation results from the P.h.d who evaluated Aidan several months ago (the San Diego regional center takes a LONG time), and I was wondering if I ever was going to get them. Although I already knew what the results and the referral was, it was still hard to see it in writing. When I saw the diagnosis box next to "autism" checked, my stomach turned. (Although they will not give a formal diagnosis till 3 years old.)

As I continued to open the mail I saw a good friend of the family had written me. This card was saturated with the most inspiring words and scripture. I just want to share a few parts that touched me the most. She wrote to me............."In the ever-changing circumstances of life, there is a faithful never changing God in control. Their isn't a detail that escapes His eye, a trial that doesn't touch His heart. Every moment of your life is in His care, and He will lift you upon eagles wings to soar above the storm."

She finished her letter with one of my favorite scriptures. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "Be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

So tonight I give thanks to all of you, and you know who you are, who have reached out to us during this storm. May His presence be your peace, as it is mine.