God is...

You're welcome to insert your favorite descriptive word...God is _______.  I find I have a lot of favorite descriptive words for God.  Some of my favs are knowing God is: in control, Big, my provider, my healer, creator, peace, provider of my salvation by sending his Son Jesus however, my most favorite because I think it sums it all up is that God is faithful. I find great comfort in knowing whatever is going on in my world that I can trust God because I know that God is going to be faithful. Does this mean I always get what I want or even what I pray for... absolutely not. What it does mean for me is that God in his infinite wisdom sees my beginning, my past, my now, my future and His Word says that He has good plans for me. 

I know it's been a few weeks since I've written about my journey.  I can assure you I've been

makin all kinds of memories. A Friend texted me a little video not knowing how much of an encouragement it would be as I was scheduled to start my last 2 intense radiation treatments that upcoming week. You see I've walked through trying times before. Years back on a get-away with my Honey husband at the beach, pictured to the right.  I spent some time alone reflecting with God about our life. Many of you know that the children I hold dear to me I did not birth so I learned I could trust God with the Loves who are placed in my life to influence them for Him.  In my alone time with God, positioned with the beach in front of me, as far as I could see there appeared to be no end. I looked to the left and the right and in either direction the vastness of the ocean appeared to have no end.  I have read scripture that states God holds the water in the palm of his hand so in that moment in time I realized that I serve a Big God and processed... if he could hold the water in the palm of His hand and manage it than there was no issue too big for Him to handle in my life including the issue I was facing then, as well as, the current issue of pain associated with radiation. I walked into treatment knowing God was still in control. I knew He could and He did help manage pain which was a great relief.  I am thankful God is faithful. 

If you have been reading my blog then you know I have been focused on ringing the bell!  It was quite a celebration the Radiation Therapist and Staff were making noise with hand clappers, pom-poms, and lots of hugging going on. It was a surreal moment. My sister and a childhood friend were present to help me celebrate. I have no words for the feelings of having the treatments behind me. My eyes were leaking...

It has been 3 weeks since treatment has ended and fatigue has been a constant companion however, in the past few days seems to be gradually leaving.  I am so very thankful for manageable pain. I have not been driving or working for 6 weeks however, I am able to be more mobile and started driving yesterday.  If all goes well I'll make my way back to the office soon.  

Steve, my husband, has been a huge support on this journey. He's had to take up the slack around our home for many weeks and I am blessed to have him to do this journey with. I can't begin to tell you the expression of support we have had and for which we are so very thankful. Steve and I both have been blessed by all the outpouring of food it was all very tasty,  it kept him from having to cook after work, and saved us money which really helped since I haven't been working. I've been tremendously blessed by the prayers, by every encouraging word by text, Facebook, card, phone calls, Ladies meeting and waiting in the treatment center for me, Ladies driving me to appointments including the ER, those sharing radiation experiences, Ladies coming to hangout to keep me company and cater to my needs, Special Lady bringing Banana Dream celebration cake, Therapists who are caring for my Clients, and on a lighter note a co-worker trying to figure out how to get mentioned in my blog. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you to each of you!  I have a new appreciation for encouraging someone going through a hard journey. 

In the midst of this journey I've made some wonderful memories over the past few weeks.  Sharing Father's Day with my Dad, Husband, and family. The pic is with my parents and siblings. 

Family pic on Mother's Day with Cutie Boy.

I was able to see Heidi, my longest childhood friend. She was 4 and I was 5 when we met, and nope not sharing how long that has been....and yes, I have secrets (when she was 6 she pottied outside) but please mention it to her as she said she wouldn't be my friend if I told anyone. Good memories....

Thank you Dear Reader for taking your time to read about the memories I am makin.  What kind of memories are you makin?  What lessons are you learning on your journey?  I hope on your journey that you too experience that God is faithful. 

Encouraging Words
11 For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. 12 Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29: 11-13 

Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me....forget not all  His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases. Psalm 103: 1-3

For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, says the Lord. Jeremiah 30:17

God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.              1 Corinthians 1:9

Let of hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.                  Hebrews 10:23