So it has been awhile since I have used this blog to express myself and the struggles that I have, as well as those out there that read this blog. One of my new favorite songs is "Strong Enough" by Matthew West. It is a catchy tune and really can give hope to people that are struggling through devastating circumstances, tough decisions, and just all out unbelievable things. I am going to use my life as an example because this song gives me strength to move forward.
1999- Met the man God made for me
2003- First heart surgery
2003- Married that man
2004- Started PT school
2005- First shock
2005- Replace defibrillator, heart surgery
2006- Graduated from PT school
2006- Shocked again
2007- Heart surgery
2008- Shocked once again
2009- Heart surgery
2010- Miscarriage
2010- Shock while Pregnant with Aubrey
2011- My most precious blessing Aubrey
2011- Hyperthyroidism.....really????
So you see I have been told something new today. But I really didn't even bat an eye. I have been through the storm, or at least some storm. Because some of you may not realize that in that time frame of surgeries I was told that having kids wasn't an option because of my heart. But God's heart had a different plan.
When looking back at these 30 years the second half has been the most amazing, but difficult times. Like waves life moves forward with ups and downs...ride the highs, and be carried through the lows. I know that my life doesn't even compare to the struggles of cancer, abuse, acts of nature, or death. But the message is still the same. NO MATTER what it is that you are faced with, you can go through it with Christ, because he will carry you through. He is strong enough, you aren't, but he is. I know this because I have felt it in my life. Specifically with my heart surgery in 2009. I refer to it in a previous blog, but I know that I was carried through that surgery. I as a human would not have made it, but I had HELP. When you recognize that you aren't in control then you can feel that HELP, and looking back at the proof of my life it makes me even stronger.
So my second plug of this blog is about the book, "Heaven is for Real" by Todd Burpo. If you haven't read it. GO BUY IT NOW!! I loved this book. That is all I have to say about that.
I know this post is getting long, but I figured you would stick with me until I showed you a picture of the cutest, funniest, most loveable little 7 month old.
2 comments:
Amen, sis! As a new believer (I was saved 2 years ago), I didn't realize how much he was helping me at that time. It wasn't until the trials got bigger/scarier that I realized there was help available.
Your son is too cute! He looks like a little man. :D
Also, I LOVE THAT BOOK! It's so amazing! What was your favorite part?
Shannon- So glad that you entered into the blogging world. I can't believe that you are back in Houston, and I saw you more when you were in Vegas! My favorite part....there are many, but I love the little boy's description of the "sash"....and that he met his sister in Heaven. That really gave me peace that our little one is there too. Take care girl!!
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