November 23, 2009

Well today was a hard day on everyone. I went back to work, Haidyn was with the babysitter, Todd missed his girls and mom didn't go to work today. She was still tired from her treatment Friday and church yesterday so she stayed home to rest up for her company. We are so excited about having grandmommie here tomorrow night and Erica and Mike Wednesday. I am worn out though.
Today as I sat at my desk I thought again about the choice to be sad I was at work or count my blessings and be grateful for all I have. Many asked about my mom at work today. These people don't know her but what a blessing to know they are praying with us. Mom is doing so well considering the treatments she has to undergo. We are able to be with her when we need to be and we talk several times a day. God is good! When upon life's billows you are tempest tossed, when you are discouraged thinking all is lost, count your many blessings see what God has done. What a blessed nation and people we are! Although there are things like cancer, addictions, job loss, accidental deaths and countless other stresses here in this world they will never outnumber God's blessings. Today of all days I had to choose to flip the coin and look at the shiny bright side rather than the dull side. Not an easy day because I wanted more than anything to be by my mom's side with my baby but we will all be together later this week.
We will be praying and thanking God especially for all of you as we gather as a family and pray together. Its only because of God's faithfulness that we are being so richly blessed while walking solely by faith in his healing power.