Aloha

 we had  a really good experience this week. We got a call on Thursday? That there was a boy who was in intensive care. They were not sure if he was going to make it. So we rushed to the hospital to give him a blessing. Long story short we have been checking up on the family daily. We have recently found out Saturday that he has too much brain damage to function on his own. 

His family has had a long journey coping with this situation. But it amazes me the about the faith they have had during this time. They are taking a lot of comfort in knowing he is in God's hands. 

One thing that happened in particular was the mom and the dad received another blessing yesterday. we got to stand in the circle. The dad gave the mother a heartfelt blessing of comfort. Then the bishop gave one to the father. The bishop spoke with great power and gentleness yet he seemed to speak exactly to the fathers needs. 

What stuck out to me was the amount of faith the whole family has had during this time. They have relied so much on their faith for comfort. So while others would feel like this would be the end of the world they simply hope for the best but trust in God's will. Whatever that may be. 

That was the highlight of our week we have spent a lot of time with them and we have become very close to the family 

If you want to include them in your prayers they are the Carleani family their sons name is conner.

mom, I just want to take some time and say that I love you, this day is just as much yours as it is mine. I appreciate everything you have done for me it must have been a hard time and very scary 

Giving birth 20 years ago not knowing what would happen. I am so grateful to be born in such a loving family, I love you so much!

Ps I loved the video of Trixie I forgot how cute she was!

Elder Llidang and myself with Aron  Carleani ( whose son

passed away.