Ali, I love your blog. I stumbled upon it a few weeks ago. I have been a missionary in the Philippines for 30 years -- love the new window to the world your blog gives me.
Theresa
Remember - sometimes God's answers to our prayers are not what we expect or want, but what must be. I'm sorry that the needle didn't work. I feel for you and her, having had more than my fair share of blood tests as a child. Keep up the good work and keep the faith.