it takes a community.

i just want to say thank you to all of you who have been praying for my mom and our family. it truly has been a blessing to us. i know i was grateful when yesterday was over, though the road to recovery will definitely have its challenges. the good news is that after such a major surgery she is doing well. we know that her strength and good spirit are yet another reflection of God's faithfulness. the title i used "it takes a community" comes from a devotional book that calvin college put out - it happened to be the one i read the night before her surgery when we were feeling so wonderfully supported by dear friends and family, our community. mom, i know you might not appreciate my putting a picture of you (and dad) up, but you will just have to deal. you are beautiful (even after surgery when your face was somewhat puffy and eyes swollen). more importantly, your story is beautiful and such a testament of faith.