I am heading to Arkansas today for a few days.....after 4 WEEKS in the hospital, Daddy finally got to come home this weekend! Yea! He has different home health care workers visiting him, and that's a help to my mom, for sure. We are praying that his blood pressure stays up enough so that he can remain home. Apparently, he had some problem with his adrenal glands, for one thing. They produce adrenaline (naturally) and cortisol, which keep the blood pressure up. When they have been damaged, it takes a while to get them kick-started again. We are hoping that his confusion will lessen, being at home in a more familiar place. So, I think we will spend the week rearranging some rooms to make it easier for him to get around. Mom stays very busy caring for him, so I need to think of some good things to make for the freezer, too!
I am constantly reminded of the fact that God loves us, and cares about the small details in our lives, as well as the big ones. Every time I think life gets just too hard to bear, He shows me in very tangible ways that He is close by. It is such a comfort to know that He is in charge. Each time I forget that, it doesn't take very long to remember that I just can't do it on my own. Praise God that I don't have to!!!
In the coming posts, I am going to be sharing some of Roger's own words. March 10 would have been his 53rd birthday, and March 17 will be 5 years since he got his Heavenly promotion. I can't believe it has been 5 years. Some days, it seems like it was just yesterday, and other days, it seems like an entire lifetime has passed. Life has certainly been changed for those of us left behind. This time of year is difficult to maneuver, but God is good; He is faithful; and He holds us lovingly
In His Grip!
Debbie
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Hi Debbie:
This is the first time I am posting. I have wanted to so many times, so here I am. I Love Your Posts, and I think you are a wonderful person. You have been throgh alot, and you are a great christian woman. You are always in my prayers. I am glad your Dad is home, and I am praying for your MOM and DAD. Stay the wonderful woman that you are, and I know the Lord is with you always. I just want you to know I always enjoy Roger's music. Sincerely, Sharon Andrews, Baltimore, MD
Posted by: Sharon Andrews | March 05, 2012 at 09:36 AM
Debbie,
Glad to hear your dad is home and pray you will have a nice time with both of your parents this week. It is funny how time flies and stands still all at the same time! Take Care, Becky In Wisconsin
Posted by: Becky | March 05, 2012 at 09:52 AM
Hi Debbie,
Enjoy your time helping your Mom and Dad. I'm so glad he is better and will be getting such loving care.
I know this time of year is especially difficult and pray for a special touch from God.
In His Love,
Ann Woodward Oak Harbor WA
Posted by: Ann Woodward | March 05, 2012 at 04:26 PM
Debbie,
Praying for your journey home, and praying much can be accomplished too. I will pray for your folks. I know March has to be the "difficult" month for you, so I continue lifting you before the throne. Take care and have a fun trip.
Cheryl/Lenexa KS
Posted by: C turnbull | March 05, 2012 at 05:15 PM
HI DEBBIE,
GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU DAD IS HOME AND MENDING. I KNOW THAT HE IS MORE PLEASED THAN ANYONE THAT HE IS HOME.IT IS NICE THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO GO GIVE YOUR MOM A HAND. DAUGHTERS ARE WONDERFUL TO HAVE....I PRAY THAT GOD GIVE YOU AN EXTRA MEASURE OF STRENGTH TO GET THROUGH THIS TIME OF THE YEAR. WILL BE LOOKING FORWARD TO WHATEVER YOU ARE PLANNING TO SHARE. I KNOW IT WILL ENCOURAGING AND INSPIRING...WILL BE SURE TO CHECK OFTEN...
PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS,
JUDY HICKS
Posted by: JUDY HICKS | March 06, 2012 at 02:10 PM
Dear friend,
Glad you made the trip ok. And glad your Dad got to come home. Give your Mom a hug for me and we will be praying you have a good visit with them.
God bless you all.
Bobby & Glyndene
Posted by: glyndene deaton | March 06, 2012 at 10:20 PM
Good to know that Dad is home it just makes it better for everyone. I know they will be so glad to have you there and as I have said before treasure every minute. I know this is such a hard time of year but you are so right that our precious savior is with us always and knows just what we need. You have been such an inspiration to all of us and we love ya. thanks for the post. Love your KY pal, Becky
Posted by: Becky Arvin | March 08, 2012 at 04:13 PM
Great that you had good visit with your Mom and Dad! Hope your dad has adjusted to being home. Yes, I played Roger's Tribute 2-3 times knowing it was his BD yesterday. Continue to hang in there because you are In His Grip, Deb! Looking forward to reading your next post. Take care of yourself. Blessings...
Posted by: Wilda | March 11, 2012 at 12:23 PM