Brave Enough To Be Bliss

but since Kylee isn't here much at all, it's not really as I had thought it would be. I hope that she visits more often someday but that seems very far off right now, so it's not very exciting. It's nice enough, but nothing is right because she's not ok. I heard she appeared fine while she was in St. Louis, she's quite masterful at acting like everything is fine when she needs to...but that's really the scary part as you never know what's really going on inside her. Pease keep her in your prayers, and I hope that she can soon be truly on a road to recovery. Love and hugs, Ginger

From: Kathryn To: Ginger Bliss Sunday, November 26, 2017 6:50 PM

Hi! Ginger, I am so sorry that Kylee is not doing well - it breaks my heart. Wish I could understand and most certainly wish there was something I could do to make it better. Glad that she is seeking help and pray that in time she heals. I know, too, how difficult it must be for you as her Mama. So many changes at the same time for both of you. When peace of mind comes for both of you, happiness will return, and you will once again find joy in your new home and in the holidays and in each other! In the meantime, you must take good care of yourself and try to rest although I know it isn’t easy, but SO important for both you and Ky. Plea se keep in touch and let me know if I can help in any way. Let me know when she is released from care with hopefully, consistent outpatient

therapy/counseling. I assume it will be ok to text Ky or call her. Hugs and Prayers of peace and healing always - Love - Kathy

PS We were delighted to see her, and she seemed to enjoy what time she was here! It was a quick trip for her as she was eager to get back for a study group which I assured her we were glad to have her anytime and was glad that study group was important to her! She sounded SO positive and happy with school and like she was really moving forward. She was tired Saturday night, but got up early, had breakfast and was ready to hit the road! I am baffled

From: Kathryn To: Kylee cc: Ginger Bliss, Kylee’s Dad Wednesday, November 29, 2017 12:28 PM

Dear Kylee, I just want you to know that Pop and I are aware of your struggle. I know very little and in due time, I hope that if you choose to do so, you can talk about whatever is troubling you so deeply. I want you to know that we are here for you and are supporting you in this difficult journey. You need to know that you are NOT alone - it would be a rare thing for anyone’s life to be perfect, so no need to ever paint a picture-perfect front. I am glad that you are seeking help - I pray that it gives you peace and the strength to learn to cope and to be happy and healthy again. Pop and I are both here for you and love you from the bottoms of our hearts- You are our #1 always! We are just a phone call away and not far away. Our hearts and home are always here for you. I love you, Ky. Gram

From: Ginger Bliss To: Kathryn Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 10:38 PM

What a thoughtful message. I'm so glad Kylee has your love and support. She needs all of that she can get right now, so thank you for reaching out to her. I feel like my heart breaks again each and every day knowing how much she is struggling and not being able to fix it for her. I know you wish you could also. I wish anyone could right now but am hopeful we will find the right treatment for her and that better days will be ahead for her before too long. She loves you too...don't know if she did or will respond, but just know that even if she doesn't say anything or much of anything, it is so good for her to read this from you. Love and hugs, Ginger

From: Ginger Bliss To: Kathryn Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 12:49 AM

Kylee was discharged Monday afternoon. I am so sorry I didn't get a message to you then. It has been rough worrying about her since then...who am I kidding, I was worrying when she was in there also, but just different worries. Thank you so much for the thoughtful message and kind words. Absolutely it is wonderful for you to text and/or call her. She needs all the reminders possible that she is so loved and cared for. We have a plan for care that I think is the best one yet and I am cautiously optimistic may help. We'll have to see but crossing my fingers and praying and hoping. Will be back in touch but wanted to get a quick note to you since I was tardy in doing so. Hoping maybe you already knew anyway about her being discharged on Monday. The timing of your message to her was perfect. She got a 49/50 on a test this morning, has another one on Friday. Hoping it goes well also as I know that means a lot to her. And just so you know, we have all been baffled by a lot, so we're just beginning to perhaps get some answers and will know more in coming weeks. Again, thank you so much for your kindness, it means a lot. Kylee has her last day of clinics this semester tomorrow. 6:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. I believe it is. She's hoping to be able to insert a catheter now that she's ready to check off on that. Sounds awful to me and brings back all kinds of bad memories from my bad surgery-complication experiences, but I'm glad she's looking forward to the opportunity. Hoping you're having a good week! Love and hugs to you and thank you so much for the thoughts and prayers. A treatment facility out of state had been suggested, so I looked into that option and found out how much it cost. I had just used all the available funds I had to purchase and furnish the house, so in my mind, I had to find a way to sell it ASAP to get the cash back. I wasn’t even thinking straight at this point, I was just falling apart

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