my heart is heavy

I have a best friend Stephanie. We lived by each other in Pennylane Townhouses when we were first married. We had babies at the same time, and became really good friends, really fast. Due to our moving around so much the past 6 years, we haven't lived close to each other. But we talk all the time and I see her for a few minutes every time we go to Utah. Next to Aaron she knows me best. We trust each other, we understand each other, we keep each other grounded. Everyone needs a Stephanie.

She called yesterday afternoon and asked if Aaron was home. "Nope". "Didn't think so, but I thought I would try." She never talks to Aaron, so I asked what was going on. She took her baby (7 months old) to the doctor yesterday because she had developed an odd rash on her legs. Her pediatrician sent her to the hospital for blood test. She was scared and wanted to know what might be going on.

After many tests, both yesterday and today, leukemia is the diagnosis. My heart aches because hers does. I was strong on the phone when she called a few minutes ago because she needed me to be. We talked about how it will bring her family closer, and hopefully make her husband a stronger member of the Church. We talked about Gods Plan and tried to stay positive. But right now my heart is heavy. I'm sad for her. I wish I could be there with her and help with her other kids. So for now I pray for Stephanie and her sweet little one. Please bring them peace.