Everything Happens For A Reason

I know we have all heard the saying "Everything happens for a reason." Well, it's true! Sometimes we question why things aren't going our way or why something has or hasn't happened. God knows all. We don't. He knows the beginning and the end. So, we have to trust that no matter what happens, we will be okay. Now, this is easier said than done. There have been times in my life when I wondered "Why me?" Then God said "Why not you?" I really thought about this when I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia last year. I was sad and a little angry that I no longer had the same energy or stamina. But, as I reflected more over the past year, I realized that I needed to grow closer to God and spend more time with him. My illness has taught me to trust and lean on him him. Proverbs 3:5-6 became dear to my heart: Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.  Yesterday, my nephew, who's 8, was in the emergency room with severe pain. He has had an ongoing condition for the past 4 years so I'm used to him being sick from time to time. But, I've never seen him in so much pain. It hurt my heart to know that he is suffering. The doctors are puzzled by his pain. They don't know the source. I prayed for him and told him to talk to God when he's in pain and ask him to heal him.  As much as it pains me to see him hurting, I'm not afraid for him. I know that everything will be okay. I thank God that my sister is able to be there for him. I also thank God that she has a loving and supportive husband. I'm grateful that I have a mom who will do anything for us. Although she drives us up the wall sometimes :) she's always there when we need her. We are truly blessed! Remember, even though life may throw us a curve ball, we can trust that God has our back. The old folks used to say that "He'll never put more on you than you can bear." Take care and have a blessed day!

My Life In The Sunshine

Okay! I'm going to give this whole blogging thing a try. I'm not sure what I'll talk about. I'm not even sure if I'll post anything. I'm just taking it one day at at a time.