I'm learning some things - actually a lot of things. Psalm 10 makes more sense than it ever has. it makes more sense on a personal level and on a national/international level. On a personal level, I can see myself in the arrogance of saying 'Nothing will shake me, I'll always be happy and never have trouble.' Well, Friends, I have not always been happy this week. While, I've not been unhappy or unjoyful, it takes energy to be happy and joyful, an energy that I have not had. I've had days of spending 10 hours on the couch. When Cathy Farrar, my climbing sherpa, has been here I've not had the stamina to help put words together for the blog.
On a national level, we see our country in trouble, but in arrogance still not collectively seeking God. Yet, v. 16, the Lord is king forever and ever. He does hear the cry of the afflicted. Can we agree together to pray for our country?
This next week I should be almost back to some normalcy. I walked about 1/2 a mile today with Chelse. Piano practice may be a possibility. Piano playing takes a lot of stamina when you do not have any.
I wish I could share with you all the little places where God has shown up. For instance, my hairdresser's mother lost her hair in chemo. I will not lose my hair, only have it thin. But, hey, it has always been thin! Ashley, my hairdresser, and Sherrie Wallace, owner of the salon are both certified consultants for those having chemo - who could have planned that. A new friend came over to do a massage on Tues. night. What fun to have that when I was so without energy. Through a fluke occurance I ended up buying an ipod in August. Now, I have it to listen to! Connie Johnson is loading it with the Bible!
Well, enough said. I am in love with the Lord, love life even when there is less energy. Keep praying. I have NO idea where I would be without each of you. Many of you have your own challenges. There are many mountains, each a bit diffferent. We all are called to be climbers. i will keep you in my prayers as well. The blogs are so encouraging. Know I care and wish I could be with you where you are from Romania to Arizona. Love, Carol
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I am SOOOO glad to hear you're doing better. I renewed my prayers when I heard about your heartburn. I have acid reflux and know that feeling all too well! When I used to have a piano, practicing was great therapy for me. My dad used to say he could tell what mood I was in by listening to me practice! I hope you can get back to it soon!
Love,
Melanie
Carol, another friend of mine is struggling with a recurrence of her cancer. Although a believer, she is alone and far away... I sent her your URL and she was SO encouraged that she took the much-needed steps to send her file to Stanford for a new doctor to review. Thank you for being a witness as well.... In His love, Nikki
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