Battles, continued

Hi all!  I hope you had a great day today.

Before I get started I would like to ask for prayer for my dad.  He had cataract surgery this morning which went well. Went home fell asleep, woke up vomiting and couldn't get off the couch. They have been at the hospital all evening doing tests and think he picked up the flu bug while at the other hospital. They are sending him home with meds. My parents live in NW Pennsylvania and I am in Virginia, my wonderful sister takes them where they need to go and is always there for them.  

I am thinking I will continue with the same general theme I had yesterday. I was excited to hear comments regarding my post and how others struggle with the same thing.  Not that I want others to struggle, but if hearing about mine helps someone not feel quite so alone, then I am willing to share.  

I did get out of the house today!  Just a couple errands and grocery store, but hey, I had to shower, get dressed and out the door!  Maybe you think that sounds funny, or maybe hard to understand, but it is real.  

I am not sure if this is related to menopause....laziness...or some other "thing".  But I don't like it!   Oh, by the way......if there is one thing in this life that I hate.....and we are not to hate I know....and I don't hate people...I just hate menopause!!!   Seems it totally messes with every aspect of my mind and body.  

Now I could blame this on menopause, but I also know me.  I have most of my life been the type of person who likes my little corner. And my house and gardens are my favorite corner.  The pic of the hammocks yesterday are in my garden and my favorite place to talk to God.

 When I go somewhere, I don't want to be noticed. I like the back of the church, in my own little corner pew.  I tend to be very quiet, until I am comfortable and know the people around me.  

When I come home the first thing I do is take off my good clothes, and put on preferably jammies!  no bra!!   My clothes I wear around my house are loose, comfortable and generally stained.  Do I like wearing nice clothes?  Yes, usually.  I just can't wait to get them off when I get home! 

So, there are some weird things about me.  The tendency to want to stay in the house, is temporary, I know.  I will be antsy, and missing people contact soon. When I am sleeping  the day away, it makes me feel like I'm sleeping life away. 

God has me here on this earth, in this house, this state, this town and this church for a reason.  I don't want to miss out on the exciting journey He has for me, so I will continue to pray, fighting the battle with menopause or laziness or whatever it is. 



Philippians 4:13            I can do all things through Him who gives me strength. 

Philippians 4:19           And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus. 

Philippians 4: 4,6,7        Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and  your minds in Christ Jesus. 

Let's remember to pray for each other. Each one of us is here for a reason.  Maybe we can share what we think our purpose is in this life.  Maybe in sharing we will help each other to see that purpose more clearly.  

Have a great day tomorrow!  If you are struggling with getting out of the house, get dressed, and go out for a soda at the drive thru.  As you pick up your soda, take the time to say a big thank you, have a great day and smile at the person serving you!  It takes no extra time and if you do it every time you will be amazed at the ones who really appreciate it!  It's one of my favorite things to do!  Just a smile, thank you , have a great day.  So easy.  

Love,
Barb