A Day of Paradox & a Dream of Hope

What was supposed to begin as a day marked by celebration and gratitude, did not really turn out as planned, and instead was overshadowed by parental duty and obligation. As you know, my daughter has been ill, and yesterday, we had to go to the emergency room, where we spent most of our day until she was admitted to the hospital. She had lost so much weight, her eyes were sunken and her color an ash gray. She will be receiving tests, and she is in the hands of competent hospital staff, and keep my hope and faith strong, which is an everlasting light that burns brightly inside.

It is said that it is forbidden by the Torah to enter into a state of dispair, as such a malidity prevents God from being present even in the worst of all possible situations. I will hang on to this thought, and any others that can be given, with the fervent hope that by doing so, light will return to my daughter's soul and she will emerge in better health.

For now, we are exhausted, both physically and emotionally. My posts will be few over these days, as my obligations in life will change too for the time being, but I will keep everyone informed as is possible.

Meanwhile, I want to thank those of you who have made such beautiful comments on the posts over the past few days, and have been kind enough to send me your personal emails, and words offering strength, hope, friendship and goodwill.

Thank you for your minds.