Emma's Challenge

Tonight I will complete Emma's challenge. I am so grateful I had the feeling to start on this challenge before Emma's death. I have found myself yearning for the spirit of this marvelous book. One night I stayed up late to watch a movie with my hubby. By the time we were done and heading to bed it was midnight. I was exhausted but I couldn't fall asleep. I turned on the light read my 2 chapters and then laid back down. I quickly fell asleep. I know my soul needed the spirit of that book.
Just as this challenge has been a spiritual journey it has also been a journey of healing. As I read of those who have gone before and all they had to go through I realized I could be that tough. Because I knew it wasn't just me carrying this load. I was being helped on my journey by my Savior, by my friend. He wants me to be happy. He didn't do this to make me sad. he did this to make me strong. To make me yearn for that peace that only He could provide.
I have learned what a difficult thing the atonement had to be for my Heavenly Father. In a small way I have given of my child so that she could have a better life. One free from all the ugliness and hatred of a cruel world. That is the same thing my Savior did for me. Someday I will be able to cross to the other side and see my baby girl just waiting for me and welcoming me home with the Savior by her side. I just hope that I am worthy of being in both of their presences.
I am not sure of who all took on this challenge. If you did I would love to hear your stories. I would love to hear of your journey and what you learned, if it isn't too personal. I want to again say thank you to everyone for all of the prayers on my family's behalf. It truly is the faith and prayers of others that is helping us on this journey of discovery, healing and hope.