Thanks be to the good Lord I was able to sleep last night. It amazes me how much we need sleep and rest. I better understand how and why God rested (even though He surely didn't need to) on the seventh day. And why he gave us that day, if we will take it, to do the same.
I also better understand why he created darkness, and designed our bodies to need to sleep during that time. We cannot do much of anything in a proper manner, without sleep and rest. Why do we think we can?
Later this morning, Lord willing, my husband will take me to Target. A small outing to test the waters I suppose, but one I feel I would like to make. That store is easier to navigate than the larger stores so that's where I'll be testing my strength this morning. Pain? Still here, but I will do as Thara and my other friend have wisely advised and take pain medication before the pain overtakes me. Because I was able to sleep, my mental faculities seem more stable today and that is a big blessing.
I talked with my hematologist earlier this morning ... I will not need the phlebotomy this week after all. Thank the Lord. I will have blood taken next Monday and we'll go from there. Before he ended the call he said "Remember to keep the prayers going and hold your head up, this won't last forever". Bless him.
My love to you all. Thank you for reading and especially thank you for praying for this weary pilgrim.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to keep us updated on your progress. I hope your trip to Target went well...that's a good place to test yourself, easy in and easy out.
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It sounds like at least the medical people are onto something, looking at the disks in your lower back causing some of the pain problems. Glad you don't need surgery for now. How wonderful to be blessed with some believing physicians. I will pray that the stress on your liver can be helped too. Hope you were able to make it to Target!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see that you got some much needed sleep last night. Pray that your trip to Target was good and getting out and about, lifted your spirits.
ReplyDeletePraying for you my friend...Big hugs!