Spectacular, Nancy. Your photo brought a smile to my face. We have lots of milkweed, just so very few Monarchs. Thank you for sharing their beauty.

My name is Bridget. I'm 43 years old and I surrendered my life to God in 2014. I'm truly happy that I met Him before this adventure because I would never have been able to do this without Him.

I still read my Jesus Calling devotional by Sarah Young. I think it has very special meaning to me because a sister from this thread sent it to me as a gift. She only touched my life a few short years but her imprint on it will never fade. She is in heaven now.

Psalm 139:13-16 New International Version (NIV)

13 For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother's womb.
14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place,
when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed body;
all the days ordained for me were written in your book
before one of them came to be.

New International Version (NIV)

Ade, thank you for your prayers for my upcoming mammogram.

I am so sorry to hear about this accident. Such a horrible thing. I will certainly pray for Bethany and Zimrie. My Mom lost her pointer finger and ring finger when she was 10 and I know what a devastating event it can be. I know my Mom had emotional scars from that accident. The good news which I hope you can share with Zimrie at the appropriate time is that my Mom is almost 94 in a few weeks. She can still play the piano. She was right handed and had to learn to do things with her left hand. I know this is going to be a long process for this young lady but she will get through this. I pray that they both have a miraculous recovery without emotional trauma in the future.

Amen to that scripture!!!

Love,

Nancy

Great news Jean. I will have my 5 1/2 yr on Monday since my 5yr turned my life upside down for the last six months. Hows the driving coming?

Amen Nancy, and praise the Lord, Jean!!!

It was at first unclear how that accident happened so her it is - Bethany and husband and Zimrie were I guess putting up the electric fence wire when the horses spooked and ran into it. Zim had it around her wrist and tried to get it off but didn't quite make it. So at least he didn't lose her HAND! She is still hospitalized because the blood flow is not as they would wish it to be - so get this - they are using LEECHES! I would be SOOO grossed out if that was me! Zim says they're just worms with teeth doing their job. WHAT a trooper! She is VERY athletic so no doubt will have to make many adjustments. But she is a strong believer and the Lord is seeing her through. Bethany is in a lot of pain with bruises all over and the broken clavicle and she is not resting but is with her daughter, so still needs prayers. I will share about your mom, Nancy - thank you. Thank you who prayed too!

James for the second time had searing pain all of a sudden in his head today and had to lay down right away. He refused to go to the ER, as he refused the time before. The last time he was in bed the rest of the evening. This scares the wits out of me! This time I gave him 1/8 tsp. of ginger in a cup of water and a migraine pill and he recovered within an hour. I read on the VA site that the ginger (and magnesium) helps to stop migraines. Thought that might be helpful for others too.

Chris, so glad you got to go to church. May the Lord guide you and reveal His perfect will for you.

Lord bless and keep you, Sisters,

Ade

Ade, glad James responded. I don't think I would be as patient with him as you are. Beautiful sunset. Praying for your family that doesn't need any more challenges. My youngest lost the tip of three fingers on his left hand a couple of years ago in a lawn mower. Thankfully he is a preacher, right-handed, his wife is a nurse and was there, and and it did not affect his job!

Had my GP appointment today--I haven't seen her since before my diagnosis. She was pleased that I am doing so well considering everything. I just praise God for how He has helped me.

Nancy, continued prayers for your challenges.

Has anyone heard from Lita? On her thread someone posted she was with the Angels now but no one has confirmed it?

There is no question that our world is in a world of hurt. Each of us individually have our own world of hurt as we deal with physical challenges, financial challenges and personal challenges. The thing that has to bring us back to a place of peace is connecting with the Lord. We can sit with Him in the eye of the storm and have peace as the storm rages around us. I didn't chose the words of this scripture but I believe it was written with divine providence. Many of us can read those first few words and immediately think my troubles are not light.............they are quite heavy and I am not sure if I can persevere. What we cannot see is how our sense of time in the light of eternity does make what we go through a momentary event. We cannot see this now but we have to have faith that God is not deceiving us. We know who the deceiver is and he is a liar and the enemy of our soul. He would like to discourage us in our momentary troubles but we know the end of the story and those in Christ win and the enemy loses. Take heart that the end of our stories is really just the beginning.

Love,

Nancy

2 Corinthians 4:17-18 New International Version (NIV)

17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

I am concerned about Lita too.

Jean - praying the Lord will keep you alert and safe while driving and grant you His peace in it.

I know our prayers here are mostly for our medical things but we have found a property (online) in Ohio within our budget and it seems to fit our needs. We are thinking of having our daughter do a video walk around and if it seems ok we'd make an offer. We do NOT want to get ahead of the Lord on this VERY important decision. He may have a different one for us. May I ask you for prayers that we hear CLEARLY from the Lord one way or the other and have His wisdom to NOT make a mistake on this? It is always best to wait upon the Lord for HIS will.

Thank you so very much!

Blessings,

Ade

Ade, Praying you are led to the right decision on this property. I know a move has been on your mind for a long time. God knows that too! Also praying for Lita. Thank you Nancy for always knowing the right thing to post. God Bless You!

Jean I am so sorry. I know how you feel, as we've had our trials too. Jesus has put the enemy under His feet and you are of the Body of Christ. May the Lord bring peace and understanding where the enemy sought to divide. Be strong in the Lord and in His might.

Love,

Ade

Ade, I will certainly be praying for God's wisdom to be revealed to you so that you are squarely in His will and His timing. I know this is a BIG decision. I have only bought one house in my lifetime but I remember how exciting that whole process was. Of course I didn't have to sell anything so I realize the challenge may not be quite as exciting as my experience. At any rate, I am praying.

Chris, thank you. Always praying for you and continue to pray for wisdom in church decisions.

Jean, praying for your marriage and praying against the enemy.

Have a great weekend dear sisters.

Love,

Nancy

The news about Lita being with the angels was a mistake. I just saw from the person who posted that. If she is in hospice and taking a break because of her computer being hacked that probably explains her absence. I am sure she needs our prayers as she is apparently in a lot of pain.

Hershey, I am so sorry to hear your good friend at your workplace is resigning. I am sure that is a great blow to you in this situation. Praying that you will stay strong and that God will see you through whatever comes your way. Work is hard but a work environment being compromised is very hard. Praying for you.

Love,

Nancy

Hello again, I'm still reading and praying, just don't feel up to posting.

Nancy, I'm praying that your mammogram is all good news. Your butterfly pictures are beautiful.

Jean, I'm so sorry to hear of your marriage struggles and will pray that the evil one leaves you both in peace.

Ade, praying for wisdom in making decision to buy a house, can't imagine trying to do it from online pictures.

Chris, praying you find a church that you feel comfortable with.

Lita, always praying for you.

I've been struggling lately both physically and emotionally and praying for strength. My PCP has recommended a therapist but she's pricey and not covered by insurance. I might see if there's anyone available at my cancer center. If there's any room on your prayer list, please keep my DH in your prayers. He's had some stomach pains lately and I thought we would be making a trip to the ER the other night. He seems a little better now but men never want to see a doctor. I don't think they realize how stressful it is for those of us watching and waiting and worrying.

Love and prayers for everyone here and sorry I haven't been able to mention you all but I'm praying daily.

Faith (in the future).