Sarah joked and thanked and inspired everyone with her tenacity, courage, determination and unnecessary apologies — upset that others had to do for her. Sarah is a poster child for miracles, with little aftereffect and the promise of full recovery. Released from the hospital after 10 days, the outreach continued and does so still. When I left, her Arizona sister, Emily, having rearranged her family and commitments, flew in to be with Sarah.
It was my privilege to witness so many expressions of love and concern — to observe the abundant goodness of others. I am forever grateful to those that reached out to Sarah and to our family. Hurrah for so many in today’s world who listen to conscience, “choose the good part” and who seek and do good to others.
Kristine Frederickson writes on issue-oriented topics that affect members of the LDS Church worldwide in her column “LDS World.”
Email: kfrederickson@desnews.com
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