finding silver linings

Last week I found out

that I have

bells palsy.

Fortunately it is not too severe,

and hopefully only

temporary.

It was a very scary time, though,

but in reflection

it seems that I can

find lots of

silver linings

within this

predicament.

I am blessed with the love of family.

My husband sat with me in the hospital

awaiting diagnosis

and was so sweet in the way that he

tried to joke when

I knew inside he was scared.

He got me all fixed on the couch the next day,

fixed me soup and made sure

I took my medicine.

My son was so sweet in his concern

and keeps coming by or calling every day

to know that things are okay.

My parents and family and friends have

shown concern for my well being

and a love that knows no bounds.

So thankful for the awesome hospital we have

and the wonderful health care. I know that many

do not have that and I am thankful for our

blessing and concerned for those

less fortunate. I will continue to pray

for resolve to the whole

health care crisis.

So thankful that

my God

provides for me,

takes care of me,

and will carry me

through the mire

for all my days.

xo