Pushing Through

Hey friends! It feels like it's been so much longer then a month since I last posted but, as promised, I'm back now that we're in February. My month off didn't go according to plan but then again, how often do these things actually work out the way we expect them too?

My original plan had been to write a bunch of posts and have them ready to go. Instead this is the first time that I've logged on.

I also planned to spend some time just relaxing and dealing with other things in my life. I've been battling severe migraines that occur almost daily for going on six weeks now. That has taken up a lot more time then I expected. It's meant that there are times I can't go to work because I can't even get out of bed or off the couch. Once I do I can't always drive. There's been other times that I make it to work but have to keep the lights shut off and can barely make it through the day. By the time I come home I take a rest before I can even make dinner,

I had hoped to get things around home done, like rearranging my room and perhaps even finish decorating. (After living here for almost two years it seems like it's time.) That it was one of the many projects that's still on the to-do list.

Plans to visit with my godkids got cancelled because of more COVID restrictions. Thankfully we've gotten pretty good at utilizing video chat and weekly phone calls.

I did manage to write some letters to my brother well he was at boot camp, although not as many as I would've liked. Still, he has now graduated and has his phone back so we can talk to him again!

One other plan that did happen was to finish at least a rough draft of book #2 for the Yagos series. Although I'm behind where I had hoped to be at this stage I'm pleased to announce that things seem to be coming along for the next book. More to come on that front so stay tuned!

It's been a weird month. I've had a lot of ups and downs. Dealing with the migraines has been frustrating and painful. Dizziness and nausea are a frequent companion these days that make life really tough some days. Not having answers about what's causing them is hard. God is good though, all the time and I've been extremely blessed as people have come out of the woodwork to help support me and offer their prayers. I'm so grateful for them and I'm trusting the Lord with this situation. 

Over that last month I've learned a tough lesson. One I've known for a long time but more recently have had to put into action. Sometimes when things get tough you just have to push through. That's the stage I'm in, learning to push through but understanding the limitations. Taking time to rest is what gives you the energy to keep pushing. Taking help and support from others gives you the encouragement. And relying on the Lord is the only thing that ever gets you to the finish line. 

So here's to pushing through! And next week I'll try to write something more cheerful! Until then, happy 2021 friends and thanks for joining me on this continuing journey as we discover God's graciousness despite my frequent stumbles.