OMG!  Every time I look at this picture I feel such a rush of emotion.  Look at that beautiful girl, she is my everything.

For anyone who doesn't know, Hurricane Sandy, the Frankenstorm, is beating the east coast to a pulp.  Here in our sturdy brick house in Ellicott City, MD the lights are still on.  They are starting to flicker a bit and we all feel like it is just a matter of time before they go off.  Honestly, I am struggling to understand just how we've kept electricity this long.  Not complaining, I'm thankful.  But, I should keep blogging to a minimum for now.

I am feeling very proud of myself today.  Everyone was home and though we were into lots of cool and fun things to do there was almost no fighting.  This monster storm has ruined weekend plans, canceled school and closed business but the Jaecksch's are happy and safe.

I am closing tonight with a request, (or two, or more:)).  Meaghan's next hospital stay is coming up very soon, next Monday in fact.  Pray for her doctors and nurses to deliver the best possible care and that the procedures go safely, smoothly.  Pray that my angel wake feeling healthier and happier.  Pray that the strength I have found to plow through these difficult days not fail me now.  Pray for Jason, Jimmy, Jonathan, Meemaw and Pop Pop to hold things together while we're apart.  Now remember that I thank you all.   Through the encouragement you've provided me, I am who I am, where I am, today.  "Love" is just not enough, each one of you is deeply appreciated.  Lastly, spread the word about Meaghan, share the blog!