Good morning and blessings of this day!Welcome to another day of Life to all, especially those here for first time,or just coming back.
Our last 15 months in our relocation to Florida from New York ,leaving our jobs(mine of 34 years)and starting new and seeking to be near my wife's family to help in their care has really excelerated to a place we had not anticipated. We are truly blessed as I am still seeking part time work,but my wife has really taken on the lions share of home nurses aid for both of her parents(and taken her from any options of pursuing work).My mother in laws Althizmers/Dementia has progressed so rapidly that my wife/her brother and other sister(who both work full time)are now sleeping overnight each a few nights a week to keep an eye on her.Family decisions are forthcoming on the correct approach to handling this situation and we are in constant prayer and seeking outside help,which is available.My father in law also wheelchair bound and not able to take care of his own personal needs /hygiene etc is also mind strong but physically going downhill. We are right where the God of our understanding needs us to be but we (I) am asking my support group here at MIP to join me in a moment of reflection (in the way you do)and lift our family up for continued strength and wisdom in making decisions and leaving the results to the God of our understanding.Day by day,WE trust God's will be done,we are fallible but our Faith remains strong.....I personally am so blessed knowing that even in recovery we will face difficult times and Life will continue to happen but knowing that by remaining lucid,free from the monster of active addiction, a day at a time,doing the work, thru God's grace and mercy,,it avails me to be of most help in a trying situation.Thank you in advance for your reflection......Peace and serenity in your lives.....
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Selfishness-self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of our troubles.
I prayed for you and yours, that God's will be done and His grace and strength bring you all that you need.
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I think there's an invisible principle of living...if we believe we're guided through every step of our lives, we are. Its a lovely sight, watching it work.
You have my prayers too Mike ... with your spiritual connection staying strong, I know you are in good hands ... I know the type care you and your wife are providing and it isn't easy at all ... and the emotional stress from seeing parents at an advanced age and unable to be the mom or dad that you knew long ago can be tough ... God is your true source of strength here and I'm glad to know you feel that too ... God Bless you and your family ...
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'Those who leave everything in God's hand will eventually see God's hand in everything.'
My prayers to you Mike. I pray that our Lord Jesus will give you strength to cope with such challenges that you and your wife may experience. Be blessed my brother because many are the "afflictions of the righteous." But God does not put His children beyond their endurance.
Done Mike, you and your family are added to my prayer list. God Bless. I took care of my father after a bad stroke for 3 years. It's easy to lose yourself in that role. Many days I found myself without a shower or even brushing my teeth in the mid afternoon. Focused way too much on taking care of my Dad. There are support groups for care givers.
