Tuesday, April 25, 2006, 4:44 p.m., Smyrna, Georgia~

Dear Louisiana~

Thank you so much for the advice regarding what to do with Marisol and Miracle! I will be looking into some therapeutic programs/early intervention programs for them, and I will be looking for ways to make their lives so much easier. It has been quite a challenge dealing with their  many medical needs, and I am scared what will happen lest they should get sick unexpectedly...pray that doesn't happen!

They are both beautiful little girls, but it hurts me to see them unable to do much for themselves. I sometimes wonder why God allows such suffering in innocent little children. If this is a result of sin, then why is He punishing innocent young children who haven't even begun to live yet by giving them horrible illnesses or disabilities? It doesn't seem right, and it isn't fair!!

However, even with all my worries, the other children have accepted Marisol and Miracle into the family, and it has been a relief on my mind. I was afraid there'd be a lot of anger or jealousy on their part, but t hey have welcomed the girls with open arms, and they are glad to have them as a part of the family.

I wonder if you still have  your company. Or did they leave already? Anyway, it sounds like you have been having a marvelous time. I wish I could get to go to the Grand Ole Opry; I love country/wesstern music, and I especially love Dolly Parton! She is my favorite; always has been, ever since I can remember! (No, I haven't had the good fortune of seeing Dolly in person, but I bet you have seen her a time or two. Gad, I would be so jealous if you did! LOL) I also wouldn't mind seeing the McGruders gospel group! They are very anointed, and I have always loved their traditional stylings!

I am glad the weather has settled down there. Here it is rainy, but not too bad. It is just a low pressure area coming through; it should be out of here later tonight and then the sun should start reappearing by tomorrow evening. I hope your daughter (the one who got hurt) is about recovered now; she is a very fortunate young lady! It could have very easily been so much worse!

Johnny sounds like he was in his element with Rebekkah visiting him. I am glad he was happy! He sure has been through a lot with his health; maybe young Rebekkah's visit was just the tonic he needed! :) Good on him!  He is a very lucky little boy to have a girlfriend already! :)

I hope Barbara didn't hurt herself when she fell down the stairs, but if I were you I'd have that railing checked (or at least Barbara's eyes; it sounsd like she  may need glasses)! LOL Tell her to be more careful or she may not make it to adulthood! LOL

Well, Marisol is crying, so I'd best check on her, to see what is going on. She has had diarrhea ever since her arrival; maybe a visit to the doctor is in order for her, to see what is going on. Hopefully she doesn't  have one of those rare tropical diseases...take care, and God bless!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Georgia, Donna Sue Oliver. :)