Day 738

When loved ones are sick, a feeling of helplessness invades my soul. Doing everything in my power to make it better is often just not enough..at least for me. I want to make it ALL better! NOW!

The school called me today and Sweet Asher needed to come home. He had a headache and the beginning of a fever. Nanny to the rescue! Arriving home, there was RX, an ice pack, his favorite TV show, beloved blanket, "s'more crackers," back rubs, foot rubs and a bevy of Therapy Dogs. Still, he felt "icky". Sitting beside him and rubbing his head, he finally fell asleep to gentle piano music (courtesy of Alexa). Still, I felt there was more I could do.

On the other end of the country, one of our most beloved friends was struggling with frightening complications after a hip replacement. Talk about feeling helpless!!! He is in the most capable hands available, but that doesn't help my need to help fix this situation!

When we love someone who needs us, there are times when the help comes in the form of a phone call, card or message. Beyond that, sending love and prayers might be our only choice.

When someone knows you care and that they are held in your heart, that might be enough. For me, the challenge is wanting to make it all better...QUICKLY! Since that is not always an option, doing what you can, even from a distance, will have to be your offering.

And ...you might be able to send a few Therapy Dogs their way...that never hurts!