As the Holidays Approach

As the Holidays Approach

by | Nov 16, 2016 | Chronic illness

The holidays were approaching, yet another specialty medication wasn’t panning out in the way we had hoped, and I found myself in a full-blown Rheumatoid Arthritis flare, longing for any kind of relief from the pain. I called my Rheumatologist to report on my...
When the Needy One is You

When the Needy One is You

by | Nov 14, 2016 | Caregivers

By not being honest with others about our suffering, we deny them opportunity to minister to us. ~ Shelly Esser   I buried my head into my father’s shoulder, sobbing out my fears and exhaustion after finding out my husband had collapsed and was unresponsive. He...
My Journey to Acceptance

My Journey to Acceptance

by | Nov 10, 2016 | Caregivers

It’s been about two years since I began to accept my husband’s chronic illness. From the day he was diagnosed five years ago, it’s been a journey of grief and confusion for me. I guess I had expectations of God. I was unaware of the frailty of life. Acceptance...
Where Do Butterflies Go At Night?

Where Do Butterflies Go At Night?

by | Nov 3, 2016 | Chronic illness

I put my dog out late last night and saw a beautiful butterfly on the front porch. At night! I’ve only ever seen butterflies during the day.So it made me wonder, “Where do butterflies go at night?” Most of us take notice of things or people when they are right in...

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