We've Come A Long Way Baby...

One year ago right now I was chasing my daughter down the middle of the street in our neighborhood, praying that no cars would come by. At the same time, I was on the phone with a 911 operator trying to explain the situation... I have an 11 year old bipolar child who is trying to run away from home and I need help transporting her to the hospital. This was the beginning of a very long day, a very long week, and a very long year. I am so thankful that this morning my daughter woke up smiling and happy. She is not suicidal, nor is she considering running away from home. She has a fun day planned with friends, we have a new medicine to try for the anxiety that rules her thinking, and the outlook on the future looks a little brighter. Is she completely healthy and stable? Not by a long shot! She is still all over the board as far as emotions. But at least for this very moment we are in a much better place than we were a year ago today. Thank you God!!!