Well, here it is Friday. The end of the work week. The beginning of the weekend and then it’s back to the same old same old. Or is it? What did you accomplish this week? I got up this morning – again. The sun is shining – again. I’m alive and pretty much awake – again. I’m looking forward to the weekend, but every day is the weekend when you’re retired. I woke up next to the man I’ve loved for a lifetime – again. I’m capable of writing my blog – again.
Think about what God accomplished in one short week, when He created something out of nothing – divided the sky from the earth – the light from darkness – placed the stars in the heavens – the seas apart from the land – made every living creature including mankind – provided a perfect paradise for them to care for and enjoy. Obviously, we don’t even come close in our accomplishments. We, in fact, are the ones who made a mess out of His perfection, but His love is so perfect and unconditional, He has made it possible for us to reconnect with Him in eternity. We also have the ability to live life to the fullest because of Him.
There is no greater God than ours. He is perfect in every way. He loves us in spite of us. He forgives all our wrongdoing, by providing the perfect sacrifice. He is perfection. Because we now have access to Him, we can talk directly to Him and He will respond. Our prayers are heard and answered. Friday is a good day to contemplate what He offered for our salvation. His Son took on the burden of every sin and died in our place on a Friday. He suffered bitterly for our transgressions. While still in the grave, He defeated our enemy and on the third day rose to life again. That is unconditional love to the max.
So, it’s Friday – again. Here’s to many more of them. May God continue to shine His light on you in the days ahead. May you continue your walk of faith with Him. May you meet Him face to face one day in Paradise. May He give you eternal peace.
HAPPY FRIDAY
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I woke up…though I have been struggling with new pain in my knee. Did see the doctor…but still able to enjoy your blog.
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😀 yay
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You’re such an encouragement to me, Mama K. To wake up,…same God, new day! To marvel at all he created and remember what HE did for us. Same old, same old…and HIS love never changes. A state of mind. I love it. After my visit on Tuesday, my parents came with me, I’ve been to the infusion center every day. My platelets were 31, white blood cells 1 and red a 2. I’ve been given injections 4 straight days, and an infusion. Many hours, insurance hiccups, nights with pain…I was so happy to get home this afternoon. I’ll go weekly to get blood stronger. Every 3 weeks a bone strengthening infusion. No treatment until we get my body to recover. Thank you, God, for allowing me to be here one more day. Tomorrow my twin will drive me to my youngest son and daughter-in-law’s for an early 3rd bday for my granddaughter. I pray daily and love you, Mama K. Here’s to a blessed and beautiful weekend!! I’m so glad I was able to see you today! ❤️💚🥰🙏🏻
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I’m not sure what those numbers mean, but I pray they are optimistic. Each day in God’s calendar is a bonus for those of us who love him. I hope you have a great birthday weekend with family. Being together is the best remedy for healing. Love to you and them❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎉❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Thank you so much! I’m learning. I count every good hour. 30 =30,000 and normal should be 150,000-450,000. Before cancer I was at 200, 000 or 200 (in easy terms, lol). Like always, God “caught” it before I slipped to 20 (require a blood transfusion). It’s quite silly for me to use numbers. I’m that girl now. Lol. Bottom line~they were surprised I can do what I do with my blood so very very low. I have bruises all over, fatigue, headaches, chills,…but I can tell after 4 injections since Tuesday I’m coming back up! I see why some choose no treatments at all, especially if one is anemic, like me. Quality of life vs. quantity. Those are the worst blood counts I’ve had in my journey. I knew they were slipping and that’s why I took my great escape! God is so good to be with me on this roller coaster journey. Look at what you and Paul have done! Through it all, faith and family have mattered through every circumstance. Yes, being together again, even if just for a day, is the best medicine! Much love to you both and your precious family and extended family. 🥰❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate you so much!
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This is a lovely, thought-provoking post. Happy Almost Saturday 😀
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Thank you❤️
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My Friday, on the day you posted this was far from a state of mind. My wife’s ashes were buried. The service had its glitches, but everyone said it was lovely. But I doubt if I will ever associate those emotions with Friday. Many think that people who pass away go to meet their relatives and they are playing cards together. I think I will simply look into the face of Jesus for a few thousand years. I will have plenty of time to play cards.
But I hope to have many more Fridays here before I leave.
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I pray that for you also, Mark. Every day is a state of mind, because of how we deal with it. When Jesus is guiding us through it, it’s all about Him.
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Amen, but then again, my mind is in a state at the moment. But the grandkids go home in a few days.
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Amen! Again and again, God reminds me of His goodness. His glory surrounds every day with endless gifts . . . hearing a woodpecker at work, catching a glimpse of my wife’s energizing smile, reading His Word. God indeed makes every day feel precious.
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We miss so much during our years of trying to make a living. I thank God each day for more time to enjoy the things I missed.
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Kathy, I feel much the same way. Our first years of retirement have brought Colleen and I even closer together. Blessings to you and Paul.
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