This has been a tough time for me. My dad is in the first stages of Alzheimers and my mom was displaced from her home due to black mold. I feel helpless at times and wish I could do more. My dad's back is really bad and he was hospitalized only to find out there was nothing they could do short of surgery. What a blessing when I found out my chiropractor accepted Dad's medicaid!!! Dr. Nickse was so wonderful with my dad, talking to him and walking him through what he was going to do. Dad is a little confused these days and Dr. N was so patient and attentive to Dad. Dad loved him and will see him all this week. God bless my amazing mother who, despite divorcing my father in the mid 70's, is helping to get him to Dr. N everyday this week. Who does that for their ex-husband? She is truly a gift to our family and the best thing to have ever happened to my dad...even now.
Well, life is busy but I have another 5K this weekend with my friend, Sharon. She is such a trooper and the timing is perfect since we are both beginners so we either stink together or we push each other to excel. I love it!
Don't know what other plans are in store for Valentine's Day but any reason to celebrate life and love is good with me. Jesus, I lean on you for peace and quiet because my burden is heavy. Thank you for being my rock, Lord.
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Monday, February 9, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Salt and Light
Well, twice in as many days I have been called "light".
Jesus is shining through. I'm excited about direction that God is taking me and I pray He'll use me to affect changes in others. To Him goes the glory!
OK, so remember my bike crash at a dead stop last Sat? Well, I was focused on my leg and didn't realize my butt has this lovely pedal shaped bruise on it. Very attractive!
I also survived my first 2 days back to work after 14 off. Worked my way through 188 emails and I'm ready for what tomorrow brings. I know it's bringing sushi at lunch. We have the coolest sushi bar right across from our business complex called Sushi Fune. It's award winning and it's very inexpensive. They prepare the sushi and float them on little bamboo boats in a little river past your seat and you take what you want. They charge per plate and at lunch it's like $2 a plate. Can't beat it.
Helped my mom paint a little after work today. Should have been at the gym with a 5K coming up on the 17th but hey...it's mom. She's been out of her house for a few months now with a black mold scare. The word "bulldoze" came up once and "homeowners insurance" is part of her permanent vernacular! It's been a tough time for her but she continues to shine through difficulty and wear her best smile. Love you, Mom!
Matthew 5:13:
"Let me tell you why you are here. You're here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness?
"Let me tell you why you are here. You're here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness?
Jesus is shining through. I'm excited about direction that God is taking me and I pray He'll use me to affect changes in others. To Him goes the glory!
OK, so remember my bike crash at a dead stop last Sat? Well, I was focused on my leg and didn't realize my butt has this lovely pedal shaped bruise on it. Very attractive!
I also survived my first 2 days back to work after 14 off. Worked my way through 188 emails and I'm ready for what tomorrow brings. I know it's bringing sushi at lunch. We have the coolest sushi bar right across from our business complex called Sushi Fune. It's award winning and it's very inexpensive. They prepare the sushi and float them on little bamboo boats in a little river past your seat and you take what you want. They charge per plate and at lunch it's like $2 a plate. Can't beat it.
Helped my mom paint a little after work today. Should have been at the gym with a 5K coming up on the 17th but hey...it's mom. She's been out of her house for a few months now with a black mold scare. The word "bulldoze" came up once and "homeowners insurance" is part of her permanent vernacular! It's been a tough time for her but she continues to shine through difficulty and wear her best smile. Love you, Mom!
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