Homesteading: A Woman's Journey

I am so Blessed

05:46, Monday, September 18, 2006 .. Posted in Personal Thoughts .. 0 comments .. Link

I feel so blessed. Sometimes, life can hand you little surprises that are hard on you. My fibromyalgia being one such thing. Having limits to your abilities can be upsetting or at the very least, can be unsettling. It is easy to fall into the position of only seeing what you can't do and grieve those things. I am learning though that the Lord is gracious. He is faithful and His way is perfect. No matter what goes on, the Lord knows what is best for us and will never lead us astray.

On my bad days, my body is in pain literally from head to foot. Walking and simple activities is painful. Even the simpliest physical touch can be as painful as someone pressing down on a deep painful bruise.

Good days however are a lot different. Though I still have pain throughout my body, it is at a level that is manageable as song as I don't over do things. Praise the Lord, I still have more good days than the bad ones.

I don't know what the Lord's purpose is in having me go through this experience. I know though that the Lord is perfect and is sovereign. What ever happens with my health is okay because I know that I will never be given more than I can bear. He gives us that promise.

Each day that my pain level is such that I am able to complete the tasks of that day are a blessing. Each time I am able to spend time on the floor playing with my baby girl, put her in the stroller and take her for a walk, or dance with her in my arms is a blessing. Being able to sew and do things for my family, take care of my home and being able to be of service to others is a great blessing in my life.

I thank the Lord each day that I am able to hold my daughter or beloved husband. I praise Him for the blessing of being able to clean my home and care for our animals. I praise Him for the ability to be able to garden and prepare meals for my family. I praise Him for the gracious blessing of allowing me to be healthy enough to be able to travel to attend church and praise the Lord, learn of Him, and fellowship with others.

Yes, life is good.

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