Thursday, October 14, 2010

A 2-way highway of unselfishness

In our human nature, you always try to hold onto hope in the most difficult of circumstances.  Facing the end of a mortal experience, is never easy. Unselfishly, we want our dad to get better.  We didn't want him to think we were giving up on him, if his body was showing signs of fighting. In turn, my dad was keeping up a fight for us, he endured painful procedures for his heart, battled through an infection, and through his eyes and smile showed courage.  Thus the 2-way highway of unselfishness.  Ultimately, we all know that it's in Heavenly Father's hands.  Currently, my dad's body hasn't been able to tolerate necessary treatment in order for him to get better.  Our hearts are heavy with this knowledge, but we know that my dad's wish is to be at home....not to be in the hospital. We don't want him to suffer.....so he is returning home today and will be receiving Hospice care.  I'm sure he knows how much he is loved, and he has felt those prayers for him. 
In my email box, I receive daily spiritual thoughts, and I was moved by what was shared with me this morning. "In the most difficult circumstances of life, there is often only one source of peace.  The Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ, extends His grace with the invitation, 'Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest' (Matthew 11:28)." Donald L. Hallstrom, "Turn to the Lord," Ensign, May 2010, 78
To my 1-2 blog followers in blog land, thank you for your prayers during this time.  We all have felt your love and support, and we are very appreciative. 

1 comments:

Wanda said...

Here's another thought for you, Kim: "God does notice us, and He watches over us. But it is usually through another mortal that He meets our needs. Therefore, it is vital that we serve each other." - President Spencer W. Kimball
I am grateful others have been there to serve you and your family in your hour of need. xoxoxooxo