For each and every second. —
I recently had an eight-day stay in the hospital. A lot of that time spent staring at the crucifix and clock on the wall facing my bed. A week that included a surgery, non-stop IVs and lots of tests; it all got painful. But every stitch, every pinch, every sting and burning of my veins brought the thought of the innocent cancer-stricken children of St. Jude whose pictures post up in my FB feed everyday, and the painful treatments they go through. Also others like my student Emily suffering from a brain disorder, and my cousin Tony, who fought brave and hard for months. For them I breathed and offered up to Jesus my temporary uncomfortable inconvenience.
Tic-toc tic-toc tic-toc…moments staring at the clock, waiting for test results, watching each second quickly escape into the past never to be had again. Thankful for the thousands of seconds already blessed with, hopeful for many more. Once again reminded of their worth.
Contrary to popular belief, time flies even when you’re watching it pass.
“If time flies when you’re having fun, it hits the afterburners when you don’t think you’re having enough.” ~ J. Mallet
~ Hem your blessings with thankfulness so they don’t unravel.
Glad you are out of the hospital, amiga. Time flies, love endures. Thinking of you all.
Glad to hear you are out.
Time does fly…. that is why we have to take time to smell the roses and thank God for everything He gives us. Love you
Happy you’re home and everything was negative! God bless!
I know my friend, for sure. Hope you had an awesome vacation. Love you too.
Thank you, and for your well wishes and time shared and thoughtfulness.
Friend: time is all we have, sometimes. I am sooo thankful you’re gonna be okay – REALLY thankful! You had me on my toes. The timing was off: had to make such important decisions on my own, without your advice, suggestions, opinion…welcome back home, friend. So thankful, shall I say it again??…for YOU!
Friend: time is all we have, sometimes. I am sooo thankful you’re gonna be okay – REALLY thankful! You had me on my toes. The timing was off: had to make such important decisions on my own, without your advice, suggestions, opinion…welcome back home, friend. So thankful, shall I say it again??…for YOU!
Once again, your words touched me and reminded me of similar circumstances. The thoughts and feelings you share are well received. Thank you and may God continue to bless you and your family.
Connie,
So sorry to hear of your stay in the hospital and glad you are back home. Hope you are on the road to recovery and will pray for you and yours! God bless my friend.
Monica
Connie – So glad to hear you are out of the hospital! I will keep you in my prayers. God bless.
Sandy
Hi Connie,
I’m sorry that I missed the posting while you were in the hospital. I’ve been selfish… worrying about myself. I’m praying retroactively (as you well know, God is not limited by time) for you and the family.
I myself spent 2 weeks in the hospital from complication from a surgery and didn’t have the faith-filled perspective that you showed. I can tell that it made a difference and even though you were in the hospital, the difficulty became a blessing to you and yours.
As always, un beso y bendiciones.
Panchi
My friend, so sorry to hear you were also in the hospital; hope you are doing well now; I will keep you in my prayers. Panchi, I know that same faith-filled perspective is in your heart.
Cariños para ti y tu familia.