Lessons learnt!

It is 7 weeks since my unfortunate accident. Boy, have I learnt some lessons.

Firstly the saying "Patience is a virtue, virtue is a grace" is so very true. Unfortunately I wasn't a very patient person at he start of this journey. True, I have often asked the Lord for patience, and He certainly answered me this time around! He has taught me to wait upon other people, as I needed people to drive me to appoitments. Difficult one that when I was so used to my independence. Waiting for people to fetch me and then having them follow me around wherever I walked was somewhat difficult, yet I soon grew into it.

Secondly to take nothing for granted! How lucky I was that it only my arm that was broken. It could so easily been a hip or a leg, especially as I suffer from Oestoporosis. God was surely there. Friends were so kind with cooking meals, praying for me and sending messages of hope.
I have truly come to realize the value of having loads of friends. Thanks guys, you really helped me through.

The most important lesson though and one I shall never forget is the one that there is a God and He never leaves you or forsakes you. When I had my mini black out while I was alone at home and outside, He enabled me to finally get indoors and phone my husband. Although at the time I had felt so alone and frightened He sure came through for me. He sent the right person to visit me while I was lying in hospital, alone and in agony awaiting surgery. She is a dear friend and a true angel.

I've had to learn to slow down and to allow others to help. To not only give but to receive humbly. To allow others into my "space" and to check my attitude.

Life is slowly returning to normal. This week I began to drive around the suburb we live in. I am beginning to be able to use my left arm and hand again. I know it will be awhile before I have the full use again, but at least I am getting there.

Thank you Father God for your angels which protected me that day.
Thank you for the love of friends and family.
Most of all thank you that You never leave us or forsake us.
May I continue to be so aware of Your never-ending love and mercy for as long as I live.