I want to share something. Yesterday I got into the shower/tub and actually stood for a shower; didn't use my shower-chair. HOOAH! I will confess it was most likely the shortest shower in recent history... but a standing shower, nonetheless. And- while I was standing (those few seconds LOL) I thought to myself, "How nice. How nice to stand in the shower; even for a few moments and wash- like the good ole days."
When someone is healthy or has little to no mobility problems, you can take a lot of things for granted; miss them when they are gone; appreciate them when they return. Standing for the shower, getting in the tub (period), shopping for your own clothes, shopping for your own food, window shopping, rides in the country, going to the library, going to church, going out of the house- leaving your room.
I'm thankful- so- very- thankful for all of the accomplishments God has allowed me and helped me to make in the past... uh- wait a minute; I think it's time for an official count. WOW- it is day 238 of my journey! My how time flies... when you're struggling! [LOL] Just kidding. The entire journey hasn't been a struggle- just seems that way [wink]. But the two phrases that I like to repeat (as often as I can) are: Through pain comes growth and If it is worth having; it's worth fighting for. And we are in a fight; the good fight of faith. And I remember often that someone recently told me/reminded me, that it is called the good fight... because we win.
Luv & Prayers,
Joy
Loved it yes, yes we are so thankful for the samll things in life that we couldnot do and now the Lord is eltting us do them nad I am rpoud of yu too fro standing in the shower all alone.Must of felt so good .While in the shower those few minutes Thank-you Lord Thank you Lord for letting me stand alone for those few minutes.
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Heidi from splashes
Hoohah! I love your successes Joy and rejoice with you in them. The back of the book is the best part!
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Sheryl
We certainly do take everyday routines for granted...We walk in the rain, or go for a drive, or hop in the shower without a second thought...it not only makes me sad that some people cannot enjoy these activities, but also that some healthy, able people, never take time to enjoy their ability to walk in the rain, go for a ride in the country, or play ball with a child...such wonderful blessings we the healthy take for granted, expecting our health and lifestyle will be the same for ever...hopefully they will, just enjoy you life each day...don't take it for granted...stop and smell the roses before they wilt...it is wonderful to see Joy re-experiencing and enjoying life as it comes and not giving up, but pressing on so that she can enjoy her life in both big and small ways...keep it up...lm
ReplyDeleteYeah sure does make you appreciate the darnedest things don't it? But ya know on the other hand......there is also a lot of the time that you & those who have long term aliments or disabilities make those who don't appreciate what they have. I know it's of small comfort......but it's the truth. Keep fighting & keep loving life.
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