a very dear friend has come ill. the symptoms and the guesses lead to a diagnosis of leukemia. the family has suspicions and concerns that an orthopedic implant composed of a metal alloy has caused the trouble. they are having difficulties finding doctors who either agree or will accept the possibility or the connection between the two. the doctors want to do a marrow transplant and as I understand it, are not open to other alternative theories.
at this point, nobody really seems to know and it's all guesswork. his condition is very unstable at this point and some sort of treatment is needed very soon if he's going to make it.
i would ask, if you have a mind to, to pray for this man and his family and most of all his doctors to make wise decisions and be open to find the right answer to the right question.
well...it's been an interesting night and i'm probably not the only one who is a little disappointed or skeptical about the election outcome. however, what i know about myself is that i am fallible and only as wise as my experience and faith allows, but my God is greater than any government or leader. if we continue to honor His word and thereby honor our new leader (when that time comes), He is faithful to protect His flock.
...the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.
~Daniel 4:17
Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme; Or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well. For so is the will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men: As free, and not using your liberty for a cloke of maliciousness, but as the servants of God. Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.
~1 Peter 2:13-17
And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
~1 John 3:22
Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.
~Luke 12:32
Today has already started a bit rough. My husband, bless his heart, knew I would be tired this morning and shorted himself on sleep today in order that I might sleep in this morning. I was so thankful for this, but unfortunately, this only took the "edge" off my morning. I woke up with a splitting headache and a general fog lying overhead. I had no milk in the fridge for my coffee and nothing to feed my kids for breakfast. *sigh*
Hubby was already tired and trying to wind down for bed-time, so he was less than thrilled with running off to the store to get milk at a moment's notice while clad in pajamas. Although, I was less than thrilled with his suggestion of getting milk before work, I understood. If I'd have remembered it was St. Patrick's Day, I might have considered a wee bit o'Irish Creme in my Coffee. That might have fixed everything.
Then we had a slight altercation, most likely my fault and I decided I wasn't going to make through the morning, much less the entire day without coffee (and I just can't drink it black - what a mood buster), so off to the store I went. I barely got hubby's car started - it's a delicate old girl (like me). Then I pull out and realize I didn't get any cash, so I attempt to turn around (in a yacht) and I start rolling backwards in "DRIVE". Keep in mind, it's drizzling and yucky outside which didn't improve my mood at all. I finally get the transmission to do what it's told and I pull into the side road to back up and I roll forward in "REVERSE". AAACK. Again, I ease the old girl into forward motion at my discretion (not hers) and I almost hit a woman driving by me. I decide at this point that turning around could prove to be disastrous. Then I remember, I have a $5 in my purse so on to the store I go.
I get there and have trouble deciding what to get, but finally get through it without much of a hitch. The ladies even gave me animal crackers and balloons for my kids. Yippee.
So home I go and I can't get the door open without setting down the milk and I nearly dropped it. I didn't want to set it on the ground because it was muddy all around the door and my head is still pounding and I don't want to make a second trip out to the car.
I decide to give the kids their animal crackers for breakfast (great mom, ain't I?) and hubby vetos it for one of the kids because of something that happened while I was gone. My surprise was crushed and I didn't hesitate to let my husband know that he had failed me in this respect. So onto the second altercation of the morning. My head is pounding harder. Yeeeech. I lay down and sulk and rest on the couch and hubby comes over and apologizes and works on my back. He is such a dear sweet man and I softened. Then hubby went into the bathroom to get ready for bed. I tried to poke my head in the door to get a hug and he shut the door on my head (he thought the kids were trying to walk in on him and apparently he was "exposed" LOL). Then I'm a bit stunned and can't remember what I wanted and when hubby tries to get me to answer, I just stand there a bit dumbfounded.
Then I walk back to the couch and lay down to sulk again. Then I lay on the couch a bit longer and asked God to get me through this day, cuz I just knew I'd never make it alone.
Then I look up and tell hubby, I just came into the bathroom to tell you "I need you". He seemed not to understand and I was unable to explain it further. It's so weird, how when I feel like this, all of my collegiate level vocabulary and articulation skills just fly right out the window. I need to learn to grunt better. He gets up to go to bed and I muster myself back off the couch and wander over to stand in front of him and look exceptionally pitiful and needy hoping he will read my mind--a truly difficult task at best and nearly impossible when my internal reasoning is broken. He was probably reading something like this--blah, whine, hurt, aaaaach, hug, love you, yuck, the cat needs water. No wonder he didn't know what I wanted. I FINALLY manage to articulate "I need a hug". Hubby was kind enough to accommodate....ahhhh a little better.
Well, it's lunchtime and I still have a headache, but the most amazing thing. Hubby went to bed happy (we made up). I got to eat a fresh blueberry muffin made by the finest bakers that our local grocery store has to offer. The kids are being extremely good and quiet and the phone hasn't rung all morning and I even had a nice "quiet" chat with a good friend on the messenger this morning. God is good.
(I think I'll have another muffin.)
One of my favorite verses...seemed appropriate.
And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
~1 John 3:22
Here's another good one.
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
~Matthew 11:28
Lost a Child
A friend of mine, lost her dear sweet 2 year old girl on the 13th. She was accidentally shot, by a family member. It's so painful for all involved and children's services aren't making things any easier on the grieving parents.
If you feel so inclined, you might say a prayer for these people. They could really use it.
They still have another child 2 months old.
Blessings
Some weeks are rougher than others. I'm thinking today is 80 grit sandpaper. But if I can get through it unscathed I guess I'll be a lot smoother (I hope).
I wish I could think of something inspiring to say, but I'm feeling very uninspired as of late. I am just thankful that I am here and that I am still standing. Praise God for that. Many other people have endured far worse, but it never seems that way when you're in the middle of it. Anyway, if you're out there and you're going through something rough, I'm rooting for you. And if you got Jesus on your side, you'll most assuradly come out ahead of the game.
Everyone have a blessed day.
I think I chickened out on the streaking. I just can't seem to figure out how to do it. I didn't want the brush on or the cap - my hair is just way to long for either of those methods to work. I think I'll just take the dye back to the store and dream of beautiful hair.
I have a prayer request. Our new neighbors are wonderful people (or at least he is). She on the other hand is a very bitter and distraut woman and is going to inevitably destroy her marriage. I would ask that you all pray that the Lord would convict her heart and come to Him and then bring her heart back to her husband. I just keep watching this all happen before my eyes and it makes my heart ache. If she does not answer her convictions, pray the Lord would keep her from taking his children out of the country and therefore out of reach as she is not a US citizen. (They have one and one on the way).
I'll just let you folks know, that I feel very blessed that the Lord convicts my heart daily to bring it back to my husband. My husband is far from perfect, but if he were perfect, what use would he have for me, the mess that I am?
Everyone have a blessed day!
They accepted our offer on the house. It's going to be ours on June 3rd, 2005. God is so Good. Praise the Lord!
I wanted to share my praise this morning. Praise God and all his mysteries and wonders.
My father was supposed to travel from Kansas City to visit us today, but called and had to cancel. This news was very disappointing, as I only get to see him once or twice a year; however, thanks to our precious Lord watching over him, he discovered a gas leak this morning which could have blown up his house while he was here visiting us or, worse, while he was returning home this evening. Even more interesting is that my father has been sick with seasonal asthma and has not lit any incense in his home in months due to his recent condition. A spark from a lighter would have most certainly done him in. Praise God in all His mercies!
One hour to party time :) Everything is ready. I even wore makeup today 
I'm going to be the hostess with the mostess. I just love to entertain.
Have a blessed day. Mine has been blessed many times over. I love my daddy so much and am so thankful he'll live to come visit another day!
We are facing an enormous trial of a financial type. I know that God will work this out somehow, but we need direction from the Lord, to know how to triumph over this. We can't just sit on our butts and expect it to go away, but we are unsure what to do about it. Any prayers you could offer would be appreciated.
NOTE (03/15/2008): when I transferred this archive to blogspot, I was reminded how wonderfully the Lord answered this prayer. He, as always, went beyond and above our expectations. What a wonderful Lord we have!
Busy crocheting. Trying to keep my focus on something other than myself. I've got the blues (translation: I'm feeling sorry for myself). I'm struggling with some stuff, but I hope to overcome and be the wiser for it very soon. Hope everyone is doing well. I don't have too many things to share, as it seems life just "goes on" around here. If something of substance comes up, I'll be sure and share it with you.
Blessings everyone.
