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Posted by Anne Rogers on October 12, 2009, 3:55 pm
Seems like God is really choosing to test our family at the moment, I do
rejoice in this as the bible tells us that he gives us trials to make us
stronger! But that doesn't mean we don't need to pray, or ask others to
pray for us.
Physically, I continue to struggle, nausea is big problem, as is some
generalised pain, when I couldn't move, I was stuck with my neck in a
funny position, I'm aware from have struggled with a neck injury in the
past that there is a certain spot where nausea is a symptom, so I don't
know whether the nausea is related to that, or if it's still a drug
related problem. I'm also struggling with sleep, it's taking me a long
time to fall asleep each night, the first two nights I was home in the
middle of the night after not falling asleep, I switched my alarm clock
off, but yesterday I was convicted that regardless of how badly I slept,
I still needed to get up to spend time with God and that the alarm would
stay set, regardless. When it woke me, I hit snooze, thinking I was
turning it off, I'm praising God for the snooze button as 8 minutes
later when it went off again, I saw my error and made sure that I took
my time this morning to abide with Him.
Yesterday afternoon, my MIL fell on the stairs carrying a laundry basket
and broke her wrist, she actually seems remarkably well and genuinely
seems to be in very little pain, at first they thought she'd need
surgery, but the doctor in the ER then was pleased with how he'd managed
to set it and the hand surgeon confirmed today that the set was good and
she doesn't need surgery, though they'll check again next week.
This is a logistical problem for us as I felt I wasn't up to driving so
she was supposed to be helping out with that, I ended up deciding I'd
better try driving last night when there wasn't traffic and determined
that I was safe, even though it makes me feel bad. It also means that I
need to do all the cooking, rather than sharing it, cooking dinner last
night was a classic example of how I've been feeling in general since
this all happened, that multi tasking is very difficult for me! We
managed to get dinner, though not any vegetables, which we can deal
with! It's hard for us to get take out or buy prepared stuff as I am
wheat free and my MIL doesn't do cheese or citrus and other things that
are slipping my mind right now.
It also makes things a little tricky with childcare, just simple things
like me not carrying the baby up and down the stairs whilst I've been
feeling a bit wobbly, I now have to do, so please pray for safety. I
also have a couple of appointments where she was supposed to be watching
the baby, which could be difficult, she's ok playing with a 4 year old
by the looks of things.
My husband also got a new job on Thursday, it's a sideways move in the
same company, good for his long term career, but more of a difficulty
than a celebration temporarily as they want him in the new team straight
away, but he still has to tie up ends from the old team, so he's got
extra work to do.
Our car is displaying the maintenance required warning light, it could
be as simple as saying it's due for service, but we'll have to take it
to the dealership so they can plug it into the computer and tell us what
it is, which is a job my husband will have to do, as there is no way I
can drive either that far, or on the freeway to get there.
Another thing that doesn't effect us directly is the deaths of two
members of our old church in the UK, one an elderly lady, who's husband
had already passed on, we are able to rejoice in, though we are saddened
that we won't be able to pay our respects at the funeral on Friday. The
other was one of the elders, he was diagnosed with a chronic and rare
form of leukemia in the summer, but the prognosis seemed to be good and
they had found a match for a bone marrow transplant, but he got
pneumonia and died last night, I'm finding this much harder emotionally,
we'd prayed for him, but I regret not taking the time to send him a
word of encouragement. He leaves a wife and 5 sons, aged 20-30, we'll be
sure not to forget to send a message of condolence. Again, it's hard
being so far from where we call home and not being there to mourn with
others. A positive I can take from this is that after being here 3
years, I've finally got to the point where I feel the same connection
within our church here and would be devastated if one of the leadership
were to pass on.
I wrote up a note on facebook with details about what happened on
Wednesday, I'm Anne Rogers, with a picture of me in a red latin dance
dress if you want to friend me.
Thank you,
Anne
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Posted by Kate XXXXXX on October 12, 2009, 5:42 pm
Anne Rogers wrote:
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> Seems like God is really choosing to test our family at the moment, I do
> rejoice in this as the bible tells us that he gives us trials to make us
> stronger! But that doesn't mean we don't need to pray, or ask others to
> pray for us.
>
> Physically, I continue to struggle, nausea is big problem, as is some
> generalised pain, when I couldn't move, I was stuck with my neck in a
> funny position, I'm aware from have struggled with a neck injury in the
> past that there is a certain spot where nausea is a symptom, so I don't
> know whether the nausea is related to that, or if it's still a drug
> related problem. I'm also struggling with sleep, it's taking me a long
> time to fall asleep each night, the first two nights I was home in the
> middle of the night after not falling asleep, I switched my alarm clock
> off, but yesterday I was convicted that regardless of how badly I slept,
> I still needed to get up to spend time with God and that the alarm would
> stay set, regardless. When it woke me, I hit snooze, thinking I was
> turning it off, I'm praising God for the snooze button as 8 minutes
> later when it went off again, I saw my error and made sure that I took
> my time this morning to abide with Him.
Do try too keep those sleep patterns regular. It helps in the long run.
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>
> Yesterday afternoon, my MIL fell on the stairs carrying a laundry basket
> and broke her wrist, she actually seems remarkably well and genuinely
> seems to be in very little pain, at first they thought she'd need
> surgery, but the doctor in the ER then was pleased with how he'd managed
> to set it and the hand surgeon confirmed today that the set was good and
> she doesn't need surgery, though they'll check again next week.
Oh, good grief! Thats just is NOT FAIR!
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> This is a logistical problem for us as I felt I wasn't up to driving so
> she was supposed to be helping out with that, I ended up deciding I'd
> better try driving last night when there wasn't traffic and determined
> that I was safe, even though it makes me feel bad. It also means that I
> need to do all the cooking, rather than sharing it, cooking dinner last
> night was a classic example of how I've been feeling in general since
> this all happened, that multi tasking is very difficult for me! We
> managed to get dinner, though not any vegetables, which we can deal
> with! It's hard for us to get take out or buy prepared stuff as I am
> wheat free and my MIL doesn't do cheese or citrus and other things that
> are slipping my mind right now.
Sounds like at the moment you have one complete woman spread between two
bodies! Maybe your husband could field the kids while you two make dinner?
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>
> It also makes things a little tricky with childcare, just simple things
> like me not carrying the baby up and down the stairs whilst I've been
> feeling a bit wobbly, I now have to do, so please pray for safety. I
> also have a couple of appointments where she was supposed to be watching
> the baby, which could be difficult, she's ok playing with a 4 year old
> by the looks of things.
One can indeed play with a 4YO but not be fit to caryy or change a baby
whan one has a busted paw! Baby may just have to go with you and the
people you have the appontments with will have to cope.
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> My husband also got a new job on Thursday, it's a sideways move in the
> same company, good for his long term career, but more of a difficulty
> than a celebration temporarily as they want him in the new team straight
> away, but he still has to tie up ends from the old team, so he's got
> extra work to do.
I understand that one. Himself works as a project manager, and
changeover from one project to another, or managinf elements of two
concurrently can be a bit manic.
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>
> Our car is displaying the maintenance required warning light, it could
> be as simple as saying it's due for service, but we'll have to take it
> to the dealership so they can plug it into the computer and tell us what
> it is, which is a job my husband will have to do, as there is no way I
> can drive either that far, or on the freeway to get there.
W3e have an annoying beep telling us we need to change the break disks
'soon'. Having looked at them, Himself has determined that they are
good for a few thousand miles yet as the sensor is set with two large a
margin. Very annoyin BEEP! every time he switches on, mind.
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>
> Another thing that doesn't effect us directly is the deaths of two
> members of our old church in the UK, one an elderly lady, who's husband
> had already passed on, we are able to rejoice in, though we are saddened
> that we won't be able to pay our respects at the funeral on Friday. The
> other was one of the elders, he was diagnosed with a chronic and rare
> form of leukemia in the summer, but the prognosis seemed to be good and
> they had found a match for a bone marrow transplant, but he got
> pneumonia and died last night, I'm finding this much harder emotionally,
> we'd prayed for him, but I regret not taking the time to send him a
> word of encouragement. He leaves a wife and 5 sons, aged 20-30, we'll be
> sure not to forget to send a message of condolence. Again, it's hard
> being so far from where we call home and not being there to mourn with
> others. A positive I can take from this is that after being here 3
> years, I've finally got to the point where I feel the same connection
> within our church here and would be devastated if one of the leadership
> were to pass on.
This one is always going to be a hard one.
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>
> I wrote up a note on facebook with details about what happened on
> Wednesday, I'm Anne Rogers, with a picture of me in a red latin dance
> dress if you want to friend me.
Not on facebook (I do LJ instead). Gives you somewhere to vent when you
need it, and another lot of help. You sound pretty together for now,
even if we know it's a fragile peace. Keep going: you're doing it right
today, and that's gotta be a plus.
((((((Anne & Co))))))
--
Kate XXXXXX R.C.T.Q Madame Chef des Trolls
Lady Catherine, Wardrobe Mistress of the Chocolate Buttons
http://www.katedicey.co.uk
Click on Kate's Pages and explore!
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Posted by onetexsun on October 12, 2009, 8:12 pm
Dear Anne, I'm so sorry that you and your family continue to have
difficulty. I hope though, that you won't forget that your well-being
and that of the children is the most important focus. Sleep is so
important. And when it's needed most can be the time when it's hardest
to achieve. I understand how important it is to spend time in
communion with God. But I would remind you that the Bible also tells
us that God hears and sees what is in our hearts. Even when you're
sleeping, I know that God hears what's in your heart. (The sleep you
need so much is itself a gift from God, don't you think?)
Anne, you may not agree with me, but I just can't believe that your
faith is being tested. I truly don't believe God works that way,
piling miseries on us and then punishing us for being miserable. God
made you, made the baby, loves you (and all of us) with infinite and
unceasing love. When you feel that you have failed God, just remember
that Grace surrounds us always and is freely given regardless of
whether or not we've "earned" it. Life is hitting you hard lately. No
question. But I don't believe that you have sinned or brought on a
test or otherwise displeased God. You are a child of God, beautiful
in his eyes, and loved eternally.
Hugs and prayers and many good wishes,
Sunny
(I'm on my way to your facebook page)
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Posted by Anne Rogers on October 12, 2009, 9:18 pm
onetexsun wrote:
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> Dear Anne, I'm so sorry that you and your family continue to have
> difficulty. I hope though, that you won't forget that your well-being
> and that of the children is the most important focus. Sleep is so
> important. And when it's needed most can be the time when it's hardest
> to achieve. I understand how important it is to spend time in
> communion with God. But I would remind you that the Bible also tells
> us that God hears and sees what is in our hearts. Even when you're
> sleeping, I know that God hears what's in your heart. (The sleep you
> need so much is itself a gift from God, don't you think?)
>
> Anne, you may not agree with me, but I just can't believe that your
> faith is being tested. I truly don't believe God works that way,
> piling miseries on us and then punishing us for being miserable. God
> made you, made the baby, loves you (and all of us) with infinite and
> unceasing love. When you feel that you have failed God, just remember
> that Grace surrounds us always and is freely given regardless of
> whether or not we've "earned" it. Life is hitting you hard lately. No
> question. But I don't believe that you have sinned or brought on a
> test or otherwise displeased God. You are a child of God, beautiful
> in his eyes, and loved eternally.
>
> Hugs and prayers and many good wishes,
> Sunny
> (I'm on my way to your facebook page)
Sunny, I'm choosing to be completely open about my faith and to be
specific not vague. I really don't want to start a debate, but I feel
it's probably beneficial for me to explain exactly where I'm coming from
on both of these issues, knowing that many christians would still
disagree with me.
On the issue of getting up at 6, I believe God calls us to abide with
him daily and more recently I've been convicted that the best time for
that is early in the morning, the sentiment of this is given in the
story of the vine in John 15:1-11, though it's that in combination with
a lot of other verses that convict me it needs to be a daily habit. The
bible demonstrates people praying at all times of day, but I've noticed
in myself that if I dedicate the time first thing in the morning, I also
turn to him more frequently during the day!
Regarding trials, I'm feeling a little unclear theologically on some of
that, I have questions for my pastor! But James 1:2-4 "Count it all joy,
my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that
the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness
have full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in
nothing". So I don't think God is punishing me, He knows I can take the
tests and I'm truly rejoicing that they are coming my way. You'd think
that complete paralysis would be very frightening, but even before I
turned to God in prayer, He was working within me to keep me calm and
reminding me that He was in complete control. When I could finally speak
again I was rejoicing in the experience I'd had.
Cheers
Anne
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Posted by Michelle G. on October 12, 2009, 11:20 pm
Anne,
Just a thought, there is a small book that might help you, "When Bad Things
Happen To Good People", by Harold S. Kushner. It helped me during a very
hard time.
Michelle G.
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> onetexsun wrote:
>> Dear Anne, I'm so sorry that you and your family continue to have
>> difficulty. I hope though, that you won't forget that your well-being
>> and that of the children is the most important focus. Sleep is so
>> important. And when it's needed most can be the time when it's hardest
>> to achieve. I understand how important it is to spend time in
>> communion with God. But I would remind you that the Bible also tells
>> us that God hears and sees what is in our hearts. Even when you're
>> sleeping, I know that God hears what's in your heart. (The sleep you
>> need so much is itself a gift from God, don't you think?)
>> Anne, you may not agree with me, but I just can't believe that your
>> faith is being tested. I truly don't believe God works that way,
>> piling miseries on us and then punishing us for being miserable. God
>> made you, made the baby, loves you (and all of us) with infinite and
>> unceasing love. When you feel that you have failed God, just remember
>> that Grace surrounds us always and is freely given regardless of
>> whether or not we've "earned" it. Life is hitting you hard lately. No
>> question. But I don't believe that you have sinned or brought on a
>> test or otherwise displeased God. You are a child of God, beautiful
>> in his eyes, and loved eternally.
>> Hugs and prayers and many good wishes,
>> Sunny
>> (I'm on my way to your facebook page)
> Sunny, I'm choosing to be completely open about my faith and to be
> specific not vague. I really don't want to start a debate, but I feel it's
> probably beneficial for me to explain exactly where I'm coming from on
> both of these issues, knowing that many christians would still disagree
> with me.
> On the issue of getting up at 6, I believe God calls us to abide with him
> daily and more recently I've been convicted that the best time for that is
> early in the morning, the sentiment of this is given in the story of the
> vine in John 15:1-11, though it's that in combination with a lot of other
> verses that convict me it needs to be a daily habit. The bible
> demonstrates people praying at all times of day, but I've noticed in
> myself that if I dedicate the time first thing in the morning, I also turn
> to him more frequently during the day!
> Regarding trials, I'm feeling a little unclear theologically on some of
> that, I have questions for my pastor! But James 1:2-4 "Count it all joy,
> my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the
> testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have
> full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing". So
> I don't think God is punishing me, He knows I can take the tests and I'm
> truly rejoicing that they are coming my way. You'd think that complete
> paralysis would be very frightening, but even before I turned to God in
> prayer, He was working within me to keep me calm and reminding me that He
> was in complete control. When I could finally speak again I was rejoicing
> in the experience I'd had.
> Cheers
> Anne
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> rejoice in this as the bible tells us that he gives us trials to make us
> stronger! But that doesn't mean we don't need to pray, or ask others to
> pray for us.
>
> Physically, I continue to struggle, nausea is big problem, as is some
> generalised pain, when I couldn't move, I was stuck with my neck in a
> funny position, I'm aware from have struggled with a neck injury in the
> past that there is a certain spot where nausea is a symptom, so I don't
> know whether the nausea is related to that, or if it's still a drug
> related problem. I'm also struggling with sleep, it's taking me a long
> time to fall asleep each night, the first two nights I was home in the
> middle of the night after not falling asleep, I switched my alarm clock
> off, but yesterday I was convicted that regardless of how badly I slept,
> I still needed to get up to spend time with God and that the alarm would
> stay set, regardless. When it woke me, I hit snooze, thinking I was
> turning it off, I'm praising God for the snooze button as 8 minutes
> later when it went off again, I saw my error and made sure that I took
> my time this morning to abide with Him.