There are some really great things in life.  Family, friends, and people that you meet along the way.  God is so faithful to bring you what you need when you need it, whether it is a life style change or a kind word.  I am finishing up one part of this journey but not before God has brought me some really great things.  Family ties have deepened, friendships renewed and there are some great healthcare people out there that do their jobs well.  I have learned to slow down and look for God around me.  He is in the hospitals and doctors offices. The people all around need him…a word of encouragement or a smile.  Sometimes they just need someone to take a minute to understand them. 

I also have learned there are things that I cannot control…like how long I will sit waiting for a lab result or a shot.  There was a patient today at the hospital that was continually asking when will I get my medicine.  How long will it take?  Will I be done soon?  I figure she must be new to this journey.  She is still thinking that life can be scheduled and that everything revolves around her activities.  I was her.  I am not her now.  At least until my life gets back to “normal”.  I hope that I will never return to the place where I don’t see those around me because of my busy life.  I pray that my normal has changed.

Today I felt good for the most part.  I am getting tired now and starting to feel the effects some.  The best part is that this is the LAST time I will feel these effects!  I can do these next few days because I have arrived at the end of the tunnel…at least the darkest part of the tunnel. Now to continue my journey with the light surrounding me…that I can do.