This is Madison's favorite time of the year.
She dances 6 days a week , year round.
But once September rolls around, all thoughts are on the Nutcracker performances.
I remember taking her to see the Atlanta Ballet perform one December~ she was only 3. She was mesmerized!
Ever since that day, she has truly loved performances...everything about that crazy time of year.
This weekend she performed in 6 of the 16 total .
Her schedule has been absolutely crazy.
I'm so proud of her though. She currently has
straight A's & last week was tested for the advanced gifted program. 
But sadly, the eve before Thanksgiving, she got a call from one of her very
best friends. She was at the hospital, on the very floor I worked for many years. She had just been told she had an inoperable brain tumor....
I didn't even know what to say to Madison. We just stood in the kitchen and embraced. Her tender heart was just broken for her friend.
This sweet girl, a state & nationally ranked tennis player is being raised by a single mom. Her daddy died of a heart attack, while playing tennis 3 years ago. Daniella saw him pass away.
How much can a 13 year old heart bear?
If you have a moment during this busy time, would you please pray for Daniella and her family.
Blessings to you my dear friends & thank you~~
Oh goodness, Paige....will definitely pray for Daniella-
ReplyDeleteOh Paige, reading this gave me chills. Such an awful thing for Madison's friend to endure and for Madison to have to deal with also. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the friend's family.
ReplyDeleteI am without words. I pray God's warm embrace. Pray I will! Beautiful images of Madi!
ReplyDeletei was just crying to adam last night telling him that i could not handle anything happening to my baby that would cause any type of pain. poor daniella, but poor mama of daniella. the Lord must know they are one tough family,and has choosen them for a reason. many prayers and thoughts.
ReplyDeleteYou are all in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteWhat devastating news...I will keep this young girl and her family in my prayers!!
ReplyDeleteMadison looks gorgeous...the prettiest flower in the bunch!! That was the "waltz of the flowers"...right??? You must be so proud of your sweet girl!!
Tell her "Break a Leg" or "Merde"...that is what we used to say...the French translation is not pretty, but it was supposed to bring good luck when you were about to step onstage!!
I hope to see more pics of your ballerina!!
Have a great week:)
Lisa
Dear Paige,
ReplyDeleteThis post just breaks my heart. I have such a huge lump in my throat & the tears are falling.
I will DEFINITELY be praying for Daniella & her family, as well as Madison & your family.
For now, I have no other words.
Love, Prayers & Blessings to all.
Sincerely,
Jackie Carl
What a heartbreak!
ReplyDeletePraying for your daughter and her friend at this moment.
xo
Oh Paige and Madison - I don't not know what to say - of course we will say a prayer. How heartbreaking!
ReplyDeleteLadybug hugs,
;D
Oh my friend...Madi looks so, so gorgeous, I can just imagine how proud you must be...The news of her dear friend makes Kirstie and I's hearts ache for Madi and her dear friend and of course her mum!!! Sending biggest hugs your way...Love ya heaps C xxxx
ReplyDeleteI started reading your blog which I found through the Nie blog. I have both cried and laughed while reading it and always look forward to your new entries. Your daughter looked beautiful in her flower costume. I have an almost 13 and 10 year old. They both dance and will be starring as Clara and a Chinese Doll this coming Sunday. I loved your comments about dance and all of the time and money that it takes but how your daughter absolutely loves every minute. My girls are the same way and it was so reassuring to know that we're doing the right thing for them. My dance mom friends all talk about this and it was neat to hear that another mom clear across the country had the same feelings, we live in Oregon. My heart goes out to Daniella and her mom, I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteOh gracious. My heart breaks for the girls and for her friend's mother.Words can't prepare for what's ahead. Sending prayers of peace and comfort.
ReplyDeleteShe does look like the perfect little performer. I love ballet and hope one of my 4 love it,too!
Prayer is done! My thoughts will be with you, your daughter, her friend and family during these holiday seasons! Please let me know if there is anything I can do!
ReplyDeleteMalisa
Wow, talk about putting things into perspective. May the Lord's hand reach down and touch that child. AMEN!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
LeAnn:)
As I knelt down to say prayers with my little girl tonight, she snuggled close and said "mom, I don't want to die." A huge lump caught in my throat... but I thought for a moment and told her our bodies aren't meant to live forever... But our spirits will remain FOREVER in Heaven and that's where we want to be SOMEDAY. I told her I've lived 33 years and that's so old so she need not worry because she's only 4
ReplyDeleteI pray and hope that will always be true.
And I will pray for you, your daughter, Daniella and her family.
I am so sorry.
oh my sweet friend, bittersweet is right. I will pray...
ReplyDeleteSharon RN
Prayers galore. My heart aches for everyone. Can we hope for a miracle?
ReplyDeleteConsider it done. I stopped while I was reading and closed my eyes and through tears I prayed for her and her Mom.... and for Madison.
ReplyDeleteRoxanne
Oh my -- your Madison is so beautiful! I am so sorry to hear about her friend and will keep her in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteJanet
your pictures of her are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteOf course, prayers are on the way....
Oh how heartbreaking. I will keep Daniella and her family and your family in my prayers in the coming weeks.
ReplyDeleteMadison is absolutely stunning. So sorry to hear about her friend. Will be keeping Daniella and her family as well as yours in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteCammy
Beautiful ballet pictures. So sorry about your friend.
ReplyDeleteI have absolute chill bumps. Paige, we will pray for God's blessings on Daniella and her mom. Please keep us posted on how she is doing.
ReplyDeleteOh, how very sad for Daniella and for your daughter. Your post was both heartbreaking and beautiful. Your sweetness, caring and tender heart shine through it all. And your daughter is lovely as can be. I pray for a miracle for Daniella.
ReplyDeleteOh I am so so sorry to read that story! My heart and prayers go out to that little girl and her momma!!
ReplyDeleteWe will certainly be praying for Daniella! Madison...your pictures from the Nutcracker are so beautiful! Hope you are having fun too!
ReplyDeleteDaniella will be in my prayers and her mother too. Doesn't your child make the most beatiful ballerina.
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