Thank you Leslie for taking a screen shot of the 1,000,000 hit on my blog!!! I had hoped to see it happen but missed it:) But thanks to you I have a shot of it!
I am still stunned by all who read and comment on my blog. I started it years ago, more for myself than anything. Some months I might get 300 hits and that amazed me LOL When the accident happened and my blog was "put out there" by the media, it was like being naked in public! That sounds stupid since I was writing on the internet but I didn't really think about anyone reading it. Since then, it's really been a blessing and an encouragement to have you all walking this journey with us. Your prayers and thoughts have been uplifting. Thank you!
Some of my friends (and now I get spam emails too) have suggested I write a book. I used to kid around and say I would once my blog had a million hits......LOL I really didn't think it would happen, I thought after the initial interest, people would never come back to read...but that's not been the case:) The way my blog is set up, it counts when you log in, then you can read as much as you'd like but once you log out, it will count you again the next time you log in. So it's not been a million new people logging in but rather a million hits....but it's still a lot LOL
Honestly, I would like to write a book, also I'd like to start speaking at churches, women's groups, civic groups ..... There are times when there is just so much inside of me that I want to share with others. Not that I think I'm the one who has all the answers but because of all that God has done for me! Because He has done it for me, I KNOW He can do it for others too! At this point, I'm not pursuing anything, if God wants something to happen, He will make it happen. My number one ministry is my family. But hey, if you want me to come speak, let me know:)
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Selah did ok overnight, but her heart rate climbed some early this morning. The nurses feel she has had an upset tummy. She hasn't thrown up or anything like that but.... She had to have her Valium dosages today. She isn't red and doesn't have any other symptoms other than just a little bit more secretions. Thank you for praying for her!!!
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After a three hour try and changing vans, Jon and the boys are off to go kayaking! This is their first time with their new kayaks:) We will probably have to get a trailer, they managed to get them in my van with most of the seats out. The top of Jon's van didn't work and neither did the top of mine for another reason....GEEZ they were all sweating. I bet they will get nice and cool down on the Hillsborough River! The little people stayed here with me.
We'd always been an adventurous family and very outdoorsy. After the accident, there was a big fear of water...any type of water scared us. Well we live in Florida......and we like to be outside..... There comes a time, when you realize an accident is an accident and that does not "jinx" you or your family. So we have decided not to let fear rule us. Obviously we follow safety rules and everyone wears a life vest.
This is how I compare it in my mind. My dear mother in law was killed in a car accident. Of all the ironies of life, one of my best friends bought a house right near the spot and every time I go to their home, I see the spot where my MIL had her accident. At first it hurt to see the spot but seeing it doesn't jinx me . It does remind me of her and also to wear a seat belt.
Do I have a little fear? Yes, but life can't be lived in a bubble....after the accident, I kept the kids very close. Even now, I just let Shad go to a friend's house. I've preferred other kids to come over here! Am I still very cautious? YES....but....I'm also trying to be balanced. It's hard. I was a worry wart mom anyhow. Oh I'd let the boys go and do things, but inside I'd worry worry worry..... Now I worry more....but I'm starting to let them go and do things again.
Being at home with the little one napping has enable me to get some meals together and to have supper ready for tonight! I also made oatmeal cookies. I like to have everything mixed, arranged and done ahead of time. I used to make double of everything, like meatloaf or a casserole and freeze one, that way I had a supper ready in the freezer. Really need to get back to that type of organizing again, it worked really good and made me feel good about having supper ready in a matter of a few minutes. That made life easier for me and ensures we eat healthier and it is cheaper! If you are wondering tonight we are having meatloaf, green beans, garlic & parsley potatoes (all from my garden) mac & cheese, and baked beans. Oatmeal cookies for dessert! Yum!!!
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