"Learning Life's Blessings"

I've learned some important lessons and life blessings lately.  Never take what you have for granted.  I didn't realize how truly blessed I've been all my life and feel God has not received all the praise He deserves from me.  I never realized the ability to taste and smell was so important to enjoying the food I was eating.  My appetite is still gone and eating food can be such a challenge.  The only thing that has tasted good to me since yesterday are party bean burritos from Taco Bueno.  Those that know me well know that I've always been a huge fan of Taco Bueno, so this is a big praise for me. I've also taken for granted falling to sleep and sleeping the whole night.  Last night was the first time I've fallen to sleep quickly, but woke up a few hours later and had issues going back to sleep.  I was finally able to get some sleep and rest several hours later and woke up feeling more refreshed than I have in a long time.  Having a healthy back with no back pain has been taken for granted by me as well.  I have several cancer spots in my lower spine and we met with the radiologist yesterday and determined that I should do another round of radiation after the Thanksgiving holiday. (11 in all) There will be no mask over my face for this round of radiation.  Thank you Jesus!  The ability to walk around freely and breath easily was never truly appreciated.  My lungs are now clear of fluid after last week's procedure and it feels so good not to be short of breath and now breathe so easily. I can also now walk without feeling like there are 20 pound weights on each leg due to all the fluids/swelling built up in my body from home health care saline drip twice a day.    I could name so many more things, but the point is, I want to praise God for ALL He has done and continues to do for me and realize grumbling and complaining brings no glory or praise to Him.  He has given me an amazing life and He deserves my best and not my left overs. 

Jordan and I were able to go out late yesterday afternoon to have our nails done.  It was such a special treat and great time for both of us.  

I was able to go with Jordan today and we picked up Hudson from Mother's day out and went to Sam' Club.  It feels so good to be able to get out of the house and feel life coming back into me.  I need the rest of the week to continue to go well so we can get on the plane Sunday and have a wonderful week in Colorado with our family for Thanksgiving.  I'm praying each day I will gain more strength and be able to get my sense of taste and smell back.  I'm praying and trusting for a great relaxing fun week for all our family in Colorado and that my health issues will not be a burden. 

Everyday so many people encourage me on this journey.  Family, friends and people I will never meet.  I am so thankful for the strength and power that comes from prayers and encouragement.  There is a battle raging on, but God is working all things out for my good and His glory.  I pray He will make the most of me while I have breath on this earth.  Below is a new song that Jordan heard today and I wanted to share it.  It's called "You Make The Most Of Me by Marie Miller.  

http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=KGWKD7NX 
 
On my own
I'm afraid to step out on the sea
All alone
No mountain will move for me

But You breathe Your life into my soul
You take away the impossible
I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak

You make the most of me
You make the most of me

With You here
I see sight return to the blind
When You're near
I can watch the dead come to life

You shine Your light into our souls
You make all things possible
I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak

You make the most of me
You make the most of me

When I don't have the words
You will be my voice
When I don't understand
I will still rejoice

You make the most of me
You make the most of me
You make the most of me
You make the most of me

I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak

You make the most of me
You make the most of me
You make the most of me
You make the most of me

"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."