Sorry I’ve been a little MIA from the blog lately life has been full, and I’ve been trying to keep up while still learning how to take care of myself through this flare. Some days I can move and do what needs to be done, and other days my body says no, and I’ve had to learn that it’s okay to rest. That’s not easy for me, because I’m not the kind of person who likes to stay down for long.
The last few days have been a mix of everything. Friday was such a blessing I got my hair done, and it may sound small, but it made me feel so good and so thankful. Saturday and today were more about slowing down, playing a few games with my boys, and taking the rest my body keeps asking for.
My daughter just got back from a much-needed vacation with her best friend, and I was so happy for her. I loved the quiet time while she was gone listening to music, diving into my Bible, and spending that peaceful time with God.
Sunday was incredible. I started the day early for a class, stayed for an amazing service, and then had my baptism class afterward because I’m finally getting baptized! I can’t even describe how excited I am. I’ve wanted to do this since 2017, but the timing and direction weren’t right before. Now, I know without a doubt that God has led me to where I’m supposed to be.
Today, I’m resting again not just from the flare, but because I caught a bit of what my granddaughter has. She’s been coughing and congested, and now it’s my turn. Being immune compromised means these things hit a little harder, but I’m handling it one breath, one prayer, and one cup of tea at a time.
In the middle of it all, I found a new inspiration a wonderful woman on my faith-based Instagram who shared her Bible journaling practice. She even gave two websites that she uses, and I fell in love with the idea. I can’t wait to start diving into it myself. Anything that draws me closer to my Savior fills me with excitement and peace.
There’s so much to be grateful for today even in the chaos and the coughing and the flares. Gratitude changes everything. I hope everyone reading this has a beautiful, blessed Monday. I also want to ask for prayers for my sister, who’s in surgery today. She’s fighting lung cancer, and she could use every prayer she can get.
Life isn’t always easy, but it’s always worth being thankful for. God is good, even in the waiting, even in the healing, even in the pain. 🙏💛