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Sarah Halstead

You are here: Home | Family | Perseverance…

September 27, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Perseverance…

Filed Under: Family, Special Needs Tagged With: carsyn, cerebral palsy, Holoprosencephaly

is not a long race. It is many short races one after another. – W. Elliot


Last night we heard a crop duster so we went out to watch it. It actually didn’t rain much but a few sprinkles more photos to come soon. YAY! Anyways the boys loved watching him go back and forth. I thought this quote was perfect for a crop dusters job. They have lots of short races to cover a whole field.  It is also true in Carsyn’s battle. He has a lot of short races to accomplish and he will persevere.

Speaking of Carsyn, his thyroid check and bone growth came back normal. The endocrinologist here can not see him till December. I have an earlier appointment at a children’s hospital three hours away. I am just trying to decide whether I should just wait till December or make the trek to the further hospital.  Since his test were normal I am not sure what the endo doctor could do for us. Please pray for me as I make a decision. It is all so stressful for me.  But his gorgeous eyes and smile sure do make me happy. They also tell me that everything will be alright and that he is worth it.

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  1. Branson says

    September 30, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    Carsyn is so expressive... I just love his faces! And I will keep on praying for your guys! Wonderful edit on the kitty pic!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 1, 2011 at 12:11 pm

      Thank you friend. That means a lot to me.
  2. Erika B says

    September 28, 2011 at 9:37 am

    That is a really nice collage! Erika B
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:23 pm

      Thank you Erika.
  3. L. says

    September 28, 2011 at 12:05 am

    Your kitty is so cute! And I love the collage you put together with the crop duster--that quote is just perfect.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:23 pm

      Thank you Laura.
  4. Brooke says

    September 27, 2011 at 11:32 pm

    Awww.... hang in there Momma. I know you will decide what is best for him. It's hard sometimes to balance the convenience and care issues. Grrr.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 11:36 pm

      Thank you Brooke. It is...
  5. Elena says

    September 27, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    Love your edit of Dakota! Love the brightness!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 11:36 pm

      Thank you Elena.
  6. Lou Belcher says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:59 pm

    Beautiful photo... You lightened it just the right amount. Lou
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:03 pm

      Thanks so much Lou.
  7. Jodi Hall says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:46 pm

    And i will pray for your family too :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:03 pm

      He he. Thanks. That means a lot.
  8. Jodi Hall says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    Beautiful pictures Love the kitty cat :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:03 pm

      Thanks Jodi.
  9. Leigh says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    Y'all will be in my prayers.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you Leigh.
  10. Tiffany Rhodes says

    September 27, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    I always loved the quote, "It is not a sprint, it is a marathon." We tell our parents that a lot. I'm glad everything came back normal!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:02 pm

      Yes that is a very good quote too. So very true. Thank you Tiffany.
  11. deb says

    September 27, 2011 at 5:02 pm

    Sarah, I'll be praying for you in all the decisions you have to make. He sure is a sweet baby. I love the one of Kenny holding him up high! Congrats on becoming a writer for paper heart camera!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you sweet friend. I love that one too.
  12. Austin-Lee says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    Hope you get some answers soon! Love the collage.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks so much!
  13. Cedar says

    September 27, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    What a wonderful collage and quote! Your edit on your cat is lovely! I am praying for you. Making choices for our children and hoping we are doing the best for them is stressful; parenting is the hardest job; but you are doing excellently (if the opinion of a complete stranger who only knows you in blogland matters.) Sometimes both choices are fine, but praying for your decision and that you feel peace in it.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you Cedar. Being a parent is so difficult.
  14. Courtney @ The Mommy Matters says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:41 pm

    Praying for wisdom for you as you make this decision!! :) And beautiful photos (as always!)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:00 pm

      Thank you sweet friend. :)
  15. Courtney says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    Definitely praying fo you, girl! Love the comparison you make between Carsyn and the crop duster. Great way to think of it. Nice edit - well done!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:00 pm

      Thanks so much Courtney.
  16. Susan says

    September 27, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    Love your collage and cat edit. So glad that Carsyn is doing well. Good luck with your decision.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 9:00 pm

      Thank you Susan.
  17. Gina says

    September 27, 2011 at 11:39 am

    That big happy smile of his just makes my soul sing Sarah- he is an angel!!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:59 pm

      Thanks so much Gina. I think he is pretty angelic. :)
  18. Sue Anderson says

    September 27, 2011 at 11:31 am

    Great quote, and photos to match! =)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:59 pm

      Thanks Sue.
  19. Tara says

    September 27, 2011 at 10:36 am

    Beautiful collage Sarah. Glad to hear the test results went well...keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks Tara. :)
  20. Susan says

    September 27, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Amazing shots Sarah. Glad to hear the good news about Carsyn. The endo will do more testing and that will determine many things. Did I tell you I had 2 sons with growth hormone deficiency? They both got injections until they were 16. I still have my 25 year old on it, but his is from his brain tumor. Well...anyhow, great shots of your boys and your cat too. Hope you have a blessed day?
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks again Susan for your sweet words and advice.
  21. Jessica says

    September 27, 2011 at 9:40 am

    What sweeties! Love their eyes!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      Thank you Jessica.
  22. freckles & dimples says

    September 27, 2011 at 9:33 am

    love the edit you did with the cat! wishing you all the best in your decision making for your son...
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks so much.
  23. Ashley Sisk says

    September 27, 2011 at 9:14 am

    YOu know you're in my constant prayers. XOXO
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks friend.
  24. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    September 27, 2011 at 9:09 am

    Your boys are beautiful. I'll pray for your family. glad to hear the tests came back positive.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you. That means a lot to me.
  25. Barb says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:48 am

    So glad to hear the test results for your boy were good. I can only imagine the stress (sending a prayer). He is a sweetie, well, they both are for that matter, and I love your cat edit!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you so much Barb.
  26. emily says

    September 27, 2011 at 8:45 am

    He has such a charming smile! I'm sure what ever your decision you make, will be the right one.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you so much Emily.
  27. Tracy says

    September 27, 2011 at 7:56 am

    He does have some beautiful eyes and so glad the tests went well. Trust your heart... it will take you down the right road and help you make the right choices. Even when stuck in traffic I tell myself "I am exactly where God wants me to be at this exact moment."
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:56 pm

      Thanks for your sweet and encouraging words.
  28. Tamar says

    September 27, 2011 at 6:23 am

    So happy the growth wasn't anything bad! And what fun watching the crop duster! The pics are precious!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:56 pm

      Thank you Tamar.
  29. Misty says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:06 am

    Love the collage! So happy to hear my little man is doing well.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 27, 2011 at 8:56 pm

      Thanks Misty. :)

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