30 days of prayer

Every night I nurse Isaac to sleep in his quiet room. The sound of his lullaby music is so relaxing. I love that time in my day. It is sacred. It is my time to relax, pray and catch upon reading favorite blogs.

I have never been much of a blog reader, but since Isaac was born, I have become more interested in keeping up with blogs. I read about all of Isaac's little friends. It is nice to know that one day, Isaac might meet some of those little friends. He will know that there are others that truly know what he is going through. He has already met one of those little friends, Trennor. I was so happy for him to meet Trennor, but more so, I was happy that I got to meet Trennor's mom, Megan. Talking with her helped me to know that I had someone that truly could relate to the challenges, joys, fears and hopes that I have as a mother in this journey.

Before Isaac was born, I heard about rare conditions and diseases, but I never realized the impact they may have on a family, both good and bad. We are impacted by his OEIS. It has it's challenges and worries for sure, but it also has it's blessings. We have gotten to know many great people, doctors, therapists. Since Isaac's birth, I have become more aware of other situations where people are in need of prayer, support and love for the challenges their children or loved ones face. I don't want to say before I had Isaac that I overlooked or didn't pray for someone that needed it. I truly felt for families but I couldn't fathom what they were going through and I didn't want to fathom that. It made me hurt to think about what they were going through. My busy life would continue and I forgot about the needs of others. Today, when I hear or read about someone asking for prayers for their children they love, I get it. Or at least I get it a little better. I understand their desperation and hope. I had never asked for prayers for myself before I found out about Isaac's diagnosis, but once I heard, I begged everyone I knew to pray for him. It was the only way I could hold onto hope. Now, when I hear about someone, particularly children that are going through a difficult diagnosis it catches my attention. I want to read about them. I want to learn more. I want to help them. I want to pray for them. Now, I remember those children and I remember to check back and read their blogs or ask their parents to see how they are doing. I check back because I want to know that their journeys are going well. I want to witness miracles.

Prayer is powerful.

Positive thoughts make positive impacts.

So, starting May 25th, for 30 days, I will be having 30 days of prayer here on Isaac's Inspiration. Each day I will share with you a child or family that could use a few extra prayers. It doesn't have to be long or time consuming, but that one little thought or prayer you send may just may a huge impact for someone that needs it. I have not met most of these children, but I have come across their story and all of their stories touch my heart.

If you know a child or family in need of prayer, please send me an email @ hinkel.jill@gmail.com. I am compiling my list now!