Grace's hair is going rapidly. It's hard to see, though it's the most irrelevant part of the whole process. But, it FEELS big, when it's such an outward manifestation of the inward battle. So, tonight-Grace took matters in to her own hands and shaved JR's hair for him. She wanted him to spend a night with an inverted mohawk-and of course, he said YES! In the morning, she's planning on getting right back to work and shaving the rest for him. Tanner and Eva took part in the process-with T even shaving a bit. Tanner gets pretty down when he runs his fingers in her hair and it comes out. All we can do is hug him when he cries and help him through in any way we can. An amazing thing took place today. A sweet friend, Jana and her little daughter who is Gracie's friend arranged something so wonderful. Their school raised money in Grace's name to give to Doernbecher. The students raised funds and the one who raised the most got to cut some of the teacher's hair! And then Gracie's little friend chopped 12 inches of her hair! Because Grace wasn't well enough to attend the assembly, they called us and we spoke to the whole school over the intercom. They did a school cheer for Grace shouting, "you are awesome...you can do it!" Grace just kept smiling so big and saying "Thank you so much, thank you so much!" And, I of course, bawled, but told them that we are beyond thankful and moved by such kindness. We are finding that sort of kindness everywhere in big and small ways-all important and all life changing.
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I can't believe the strength and faith you've shown over the last few months. Your kids seem so close, you are certainly blessed. You're in our prayers -- I hope that your family knows that!
OH my gosh, I'm sitting here bawling like a baby. YOu guys are just amazing. You are much stronger than I think you realize!! That was amazing for your school to do that. Its so amazing what people can do for others!! Hang in there!!
I am bawling as well, what a touching and loving gift of charity and service and love, that school is seriously amazing for doing such a wonderful thing. I cant wait to see JR's new do..great job Grace and Tanner!!
What a sweet gesture by the school! I love Eva's face in the last picture . . . more than a little worried!
Hair shmair. Grace is beautiful without it. I am so glad you guys got into that school. Another tender mercy. It sounds like the whole school is learning from your situation. That is so sweet. We are excited to see JRs new look!
You guys are such an amazing family.
Sammy and Zach were both at that assembly and LOVED it! Sammy came right home and told us that Grace was on the phone mom! They also loved being able to cut not just one, but two teachers cut their hair for Grace, it was pretty awesome!!!!
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