I am witnessing a difficult experience my little sister is having at the moment. Poor thing, she had an allergic reaction (probably to sushi), and her whole face is very swollen and red at the moment. I saw her yesterday and couldn’t believe my eyes. She looked like a different person! I feel so sorry for her.

As painful and excruciating as this must be, I am sure there is a lesson for her in this. A lesson in appreciating the beauty and health that she normally has. It is a lesson for me, also. To think that I am always getting down about my face not being beautiful enough when there are people out there struggling with severe disfigurations – and permanent ones, no less!

I was able to give my little sister a treatment yesterday, and it helped her feel a little bit better. I’m treating her again today and sincerely hope for her that the swelling goes down quickly. I am sure it will take a while to recover completely. She has rashes all over her body and dry, crusty patches. The skin on her face is red and hardened under the swelling. Poor thing is in such agony right now. When she absolutely has to leave the house, she wears big sunglasses and holds a sheet of paper in front of her face.

Just thought I’d share this to remind us all to appreciate feeling (at least relatively) well and healthy when we do!

with love,

~Emily

I think I finally realized — you how things that look kinda bad (or even really bad), can actually be the best thing that could happen? I think these lessons showed me that no matter what, I would always be OK. Whether it was a potentially fatal accident, being hurt by a friend, or whatever else, we are all always OK no matter what happens.

Love,
Heather

lots of love to you!

~Em