sewage and pinched nerves…oh the glory…
If your happy and you know it clap your hands…unless that act makes it feel as if a hot knife is being plunged through your bicep and neck. Oh yeah baby, this Chica woke up yesterday morning with a pinched nerve in my neck and a swollen deeply bruised bicep muscle due to my not so smart navigating through Courtney’s doorjamb while carrying her to bed last night.
I didn’t really think about it when it happened. I said ouch and then went on about my business, until I tried to actually use my right arm yesterday morning. Not good. Not good at all. Once I got checked out to make sure nothing was broken or dislocated, I grabbed coffee, muscle relaxers and found my way to my chair with a heating pad.
Fortunately for me, I hold Miss Courtney with my left arm so we got some good snuggling in. She even smiled and giggled for me. What a gift.
As for the sewage situation, it is all fixed. Wow what a mess. I have never appreciated modern plumbing more, than in this last few days. The joys of a hot shower and flushing camode are a thing of beauty let me tell you! Laura Ingalls Wilder just became and even bigger hero to me. Wowza! No outhouse for me thank you very much.
As always I am amazed at how God turned that situation around for us. He is one amazing God. Thank you for prayers, love and financial support. The funeral bill is taken care of as is the casket. We have also been able to take care of a few longstanding medical bills which has been a great relief to us. There is still much to do financially but I know we will figure it all out in time. We always do.
As for Miss Courtney, she is tolerating her new formula well. No gastro distress or discomfort so far. Unfortunately, her weight is still dropping a few ounces each day. To be expected but hard to watch nonetheless. She is happy though and seems very calm most times. Her favorite things are snuggling with Mama and being read to by Daddy. Big Brother always takes the prize though, because no matter what is going on, when he walks in the room, she is all smiley, googly eyes adoring. Some things never change.
It is a beautiful fall day. I think it might rain at some point but no matter. My birthday garden is going strong. Today’s Mass readings contain my favorite verse…Phil 4:13…”I can do all thing with Him who strengthens me.” I know the coming weeks will be difficult and stressful but I also know I do not walk this path alone.
My God is with me, so who can be against me. I found this song this morning on my iPod. “I Am” sung by Jill Phillips has always been one of my favorites. God is constant…He is always with me. For that I am so grateful.
Enjoy this day my friends ad ALL that comes with it. Live it to the fullest. I know we will.
and taking care of her final arrangements**
You probably know Steven Curtis Chapman song, but thinking of you and the lyrics from a father who lost a daughter. . .
Lay your head down tonight
Take a rest from the fight
Don’t try to figure it out
Just listen to what I’m whispering to your heart
‘Cause I know this is not
Anything like you thought
The story of your life was gonna be
And it feels like the end has started closing in on you
But it’s just not true
There’s so much of the story that’s still yet to unfold
And this is going to be a glorious unfolding
Just you wait and see and you will be amazed
You’ve just got to believe the story is so far from over
So hold on to every promise God has made to us
And watch this glorious unfolding
God’s plan from the start
For this world and your heart
Has been to show His glory and His grace
Forever revealing the depth and the beauty of
His unfailing Love
And the story has only begun
Offered my Communion for your dear …. Put her in the Chalice with Jesus…. She has our prayers and asking Jesus for peace and mercy for you and your family….. Praying for your sweetie!!!
Indeed, you do not walk this path alone. God is with you and we are praying for you daily.
Really sorry about the shoulder, I have had tendinitis of the shoulder a couple of times and been unable to lift my arm. I know that shoulder pain is really awful! We move the top of the arm all the time without realising it. Praying for speedy recovery. Courtney's smiles these days are really keeping me going in my own difficult situation, she is a little piece of heaven for us all, Thankyou!
So glad the loo will flush now!
MaRia, thank you for the wonderful song lyrics above, these have helped me today too.
Blessings to you all! xx
Well, that is a relief. Glad to see that good things are lined up nicely for you. Most especially with regard to the sewage problem you had. Good thing it didn't have to be a problem for very long, and that is because of the persistence of human ingenuity and, like you said, modern plumbing. Take care!
Traci Romero @ Harris Plumbing
You’ll figure things out in time, Mary. For now, you can bask in the feeling of relief that the sewage problem is gone. That’s one thing off your list of burdens. Well, I hope everything is okay now. If not, I'm sure you'll do just fine and carry on. Cheers!
Brett Rogers @ Flame Furnace
I'm glad that things are getting better and better, one by one. You'll be relieved once everything has been settled, especially when the problem in your sewage has already been fixed. Thanks for sharing that, Mary! All the best!
Monique Wells @ Metro Heating and Cooling