One More Day

I'm not sure if your familiar with the song One More Day but it's chorus is; "What I'm wishing for is one more day with you!"
I feel conflicted because I want one more day. I just want to sit in the same room with Corrine and know she's breathing the same air. I want to hear her laugh one more time. I want the assurance that I my heart will heal. I want another day. Yet,
I want Corrine's suffering to end. I want her thirst quenched. I want her to be whole again.

Corrines at peace, she knows its time. Corrine has said all she's needed to give comfort, wisdom, and peace. God has continued to use her strength and courage to encourage us on our faith journey. Corrine is ready to go.

I remember 20 years ago. I was sitting beside my father's bed, listening to him breathe, clenching my teeth, and holding back tears. It was a very similar situation. I remember when dad took his last labored breath. As I ran from the room I heard my mom cry "Praise the Lord!" Over and over she repeated His praise, even through her tears. I didn't understand. I couldn't agree. I couldn't see God's hand.

But, I've witnessed God heal a broken heart. I trust God has a plan. I've seen God's grace. I know I'm not alone. I've had Corrine to show me how to live and how to pray, so even as I hope for one more day... I will join her when she cries "Praise the Lord!" and meets the heavenly host.

-Angela

Corrine was weaker today, spending all of her energy in morning conversation. Her pain is under control and Corrine is resting easy in God's hand. We are waiting, trusting in His time.