Day 4: Writing Challenge

Today's Challenge: "What do you think about most?"

Like Leslie, it depends.

I tend to be compartmental with focused thinking.  

For instance, the one feature of my relationship with my husband that I enjoy is that we tend to call each other on our way home from work.  We both have about a one hour commute one-way on a good day.  During that time, we take turns venting and sharing about our work day challenges or general stuff.  When we get home though, we turn that off and its onto something else.

When I am at church, I try to stay focused on the sermon and God.  Writing this makes me realize that I should be more focused on Him more than I do on the day-to-day.  I do at times but normally  its usually when there is a need.  However, I want to get back to a place where its all the time...during my good and bad moments.  I want to be infused by His presence, love and wisdom and the only way to get to that place is to strengthen my relationship with Him.

Family, I think about a lot.  Mostly my husband, mom, kids and the grands.  I love Marco Polo and have it set up for Family only.  When things at work are that hectic, I will pull out my phone and run a video of one of my grand boys and it always brings smiles to my heart and calms the moment.  It has also allowed me to get reacquainted with my sisters and other family members.

Writing Challenge: Day 3

Today's Challenge--"Pick up the book that is lying closest to you. Open it to page 23. Write down line #17." 

LOL, the closest book to me is "The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet" Book.

Page 23, Line 17 says the following:  "future comparison."

Hmmmmmm!

Writing Challenge: Day 2

Today's Challenge: If you could meet anyone on this earth who would it be?

This is a challenge, because there are so many interesting people that I would love to meet.  However, if I have to limit it to just one, I think I would like to meet the person that started "Wounded Warriors" and thank that person.

Our Division at work were honored to volunteer and support this great effort this past week, and I would love to hear the story from the person that created it of how this all came about.  It brought home that people need people, and even what one might construe as the smallest of encouragement can make a difference in a huge way to another.  So, for this moment - that's who I would love to meet, if I could.

Writing Challenge: Day 1

So, I was visiting Leslie's blog and she has started a writing challenge and challenged others to join in with her, so I decided to give it try.  I've been wanting to get back into writing, so I will the first few a catch up and also a warm up to get me back into the groove again.  It has been awhile since I have written consistently.  If you would like to try it, check out Leslie's blog at http://lesliepjackson.blogspot.com/2016/11/writing-challenge-day-1.html

Writing Challenge--Day #1

Today's challenge: "Put your iTunes on shuffle. Write down the first 6 songs that pop up."

I have my iPod at home and my docking station at work, so I have been using another program called Spotify via my cellphone at work.  My typical AM selection is called Peaceful Piano, 

1 - Elegy for the Artic
2 - Because This Must Be
3 - Remove the Complexities
4 - The Departure 
5 - Departure (Home)

It is very peaceful music, and keeps me calm.

There is a saying...

My mind wandered back to finances yet again...I could see my checkbook and the numbers were not putting us in as comfortable position as I would like it with a planned trip back home for Thanksgiving.  Worry.

It all started with having to attend weekly physical therapy appointments, and having to fork out a co-pay for each visit.  It was adding up.  Then I received my updates for this year's health insurance and if I reviewed it correctly - my copays were going to be even higher.  Worry.

Later that day, I was listening to some coworkers chatter and one said that a hiring freeze has been put into place.  I did not quite believe her until this morning and I saw the number of jobs had decreased significantly at the job hunting site.  I have a couple friends and family trying to obtain work.  Worry.

What is going on, Lord?

Quietly this morning, I thought of these things and then I went looking...looking for God's promises and read,

"For all these things the nations of the world eagerly seek; but your Father knows you need these things. ~ Luke 12:30" 

So, if our Father already "knows" what we need (not want, but need) then I need not worry.  He's got this!  He gets me!  He knows what I need!

"I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. ~ Psalm 121:1-2"

So, as I read this my imagination got the best of me....I imagined a huge mountain (all these things) that was in my way...it was scary, there were noises that frightened me and I did not want to face the mountain of problems but then I saw Him...my hero, my warrior, my defender....The Lord!  He has already battled, He has already won, He has already defeated, He has already overcome....any obstacle, issue or worry that I may face....He is my help!  He made heaven and earth! They belong to Him! He reigns in the midst of everything and has won!  Worry you have no place in our lives! God is receiving the glory because He knows what we need! He is my help and my salvation! And He loves me!  He loves you!

So, God I give you all my worries for today.  I pray that you will lead and direct me in my paths.  Help me to be a wise leader, to be proactive and not reactive, to not fear or worry when the mountain looms because I know in my heart that You Got This!  Thank you God!

Pray like you have never prayed before....and remember His promises.  Do not be afraid or worry! God loves you.

A Desk Bicycle

So, I have been battling a knee issue for awhile.  I had surgery on it, but managed to re-tear my meniscus muscle again.  In the meantime, I have been over compensating on my other side and leg to the point my shoulder and leg are weak and sore, too.  I visit physical therapy at least once a week and then will go back and get re-evaluated by the Orthopedic surgeon to determine if I have to undergo another surgery again.  The physical therapist told me that the physical therapy will not repair the tear, just make my leg stronger. Ummm, if I am going to need therapy after surgery anyways why can't I just get it repaired and then go forward?  Insurance.  Good ole's crappy insurance.  Have to check those boxes!

I've been offered two types of exercises in the meantime I can do on my own, one of them is swimming and the other is a stationary bike.  A lady at work brought in a contraption that fits under her desk and is of bicycle variety.  I got a bit excited over it and asked if that would be a solution for me?  My PT said yes, I could do it.  So, I'm starting to look into those gizmos and some of them are not cheap.  Right now though, money is very tight so it will need to wait.  Especially, since I have to pay $40 each week for therapy.

Got to remind myself...time and patience and more of the same.