In the early days of the blog, each day was monumental. We celebrated life each day Doug lived. Later we celebrated small improvements of movement, including swallowing and eating. So many people comment now on how far Doug has come and indeed he has. But now the improvements are not as obvious. And he himself has to work much harder at making them happen. At least that is my interpretation. There have been so many different stages of this journey since we first left for Mexico.
I so want Doug to walk and to get around more easily that perhaps that is why it seems like the improvements are coming less quickly. But in truth he is making improvements with his own independence. Yesterday he was able to get most of his breakfast on his own. This morning he got up on his own and got dressed and ready for church on his own. As I write this blog I am reminded that this imiprovment is really huge. Only 3 months ago when he came home he could do none of these things. I had to move him, dress, him, bathe him, and take care of all his personal needs. Only 3 months ago, yes, only 3 months ago.
Today seems like it is a good day to lay back and rest. We should take in the Sabbath and be refreshed and rejoice. And for our friends who are in distress, we know that God is with them, caring for them, as God has been with us. It is a good time to trust in the Lord. And as my friend Vicki shared with me yesterday, I am reminded to be patient, for God will give us the strength we need and our burdens will be lifted. And with that encouragement for our journey, we give thanks. Amen
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