Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Bitter Relief


A few weeks ago I was subpoenaed to appear as a witness for a patient I cared for while a nurse at Blair E. Batson. Austin Watkins, only 4 years old, was murdered cruelly by his aunt and grandmother... one of the worst starvation cases Mississippi has ever seen. At his death, Austin was only 19 pounds. He had been given only water for 2 weeks- no food at all. His organs inevitably shut down. The case against his family was this month, and I have to admit I have been dreading it. Austin was a precious kid, and I was really attached to him. I have really had a hard time understanding how someone could treat a child this way. I just received a phone call from the District Attorney's office, and both his aunt and grandmother plead guilty this morning. They now have been given life without parole in prison.

While I am very thankful I will not have to be part of this stressful trial now, I feel bitter that his unrepentant relatives have received such a merciful sentence. I think it is unfair to taxpayers to have to support wicked people for the rest of their lives. I think it is unjust that those who took Austin's life will get to relax in an air conditioned cell, eat until their bellies are full, and watch soap operas for the rest of their days. Murder should be treated seriously. Take a life intentionally- expect to lose yours. Starve a child- expect to be starved- not well fed. Our justice system is twisted.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Life For Us


Well, I sure get annoyed by bloggers who use their digital space as an open forum for complaint, so I try not to. Gosh, I sure am tired of being sick. Before Abby was born, I rarely got sick, but my immune system has not been up to par since. This is the 3rd week of being sick in a row- all different viruses. Yuck! I will be more thankful for my health from now on! Say a prayer that I get over this "funk" quick, because life has not been slowing down for us in the Cirlot home. Either way, God is still good- all of the time!

On a business note, I've been designing quite a few holiday photo announcements this weekend. Many new samples to be posted soon. Here's a fun thanksgiving one. I'm partnering with at least one local photographer beginning in October (maybe two) and will be printing my own photo announcements in their package deal. We'll see how it goes! Should be fun. =c)

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Abby & Her Book

Abby & her love/hate relationship with the blank Golden Book.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyZ5sQ1Rszc



Abby & Bryan Worship Time

Abby decided to join Bryan on the piano while he was singing and playing the guitar during family worship.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaxHOqDWBIU

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