Motherhood, Tug-Of-War & Thanksgiving

As a mother of two beautiful daughters,
I sometimes find myself as a rope
in a game of emotional tug of war.

Today, for example
one daughter is dealing with the obstacles of  growing into adulthood,
while the other is the recipient of  discouraging news from her doctor.

I am standing here,
being pulled to one side
sad and feeling the pain of one
while being pulled to the other side
worried and concerned for the other.

Thank goodness for the mercies of Heaven.
For the Priesthood.
For a husband, worthy to bless his children.
For the gift of healing.
For the gift of faith.

Truly, it is a season of Thanksgiving.