ObtainingMercy

Something Pretty

June 11, 2009July 10, 2015 by ObtainingMercy, posted in Craftiness

I will be sending this jewelry set out to my sweet friend, Bren, soon!

And
after my having a major "uh oh" in the creative process, let me tell
you that Bren is not only sweet, but she is also a very gracious woman!

You see, I created the entire necklace and the earrings in the wrong color!!!
When I finally realized it, I moved heaven and earth to find the right
colors and make another set. When I told her what I had done, she
wasn't even offended; and was very kind. What a good friend!

The thing is…I can't even blame this on old age – I'm only 42!!!
The only thing I could think of was that the pain I've been in lately
must've muddled my brain and thinking processes far more than I
realized!

So,
they say confession is good for the soul…so I should be feeling "less
stupid" really soon, then, right??? I certainly hope so!!!

God
says that He gives us beauty for ashes. (Isaiah 61:3) That brings up
such great pictures in my mind. And so, out of my mistake, I have an
extra necklace. I've added some things to it, and posted it on my Etsy
shop. I am hoping that it sells. Doug says it may be the prettiest
thing I've done yet. He's a little biased, I think, but I'll take
it!!!

My pain
level seems to have "leveled" out these days. I wish I could say that
it's disappeared, but not yet. My doctor did say that I could continue
the muscle relaxers, with no ill effects, so I am doing that. They do
seem to help a little bit.

Isaac had a FABULOUS day at therapy
yesterday! We are finally starting to see some of the things that he
was doing before he became so ill with the seizures early in 2007. It
is exciting to see progress again. It has been a long road of recovery
for those skills. It's amazing how the human brain can relearn those
things! Praise the Lord for that!

I pray that you all have a great weekend.
Alesha

A Day Out

June 9, 2009 by ObtainingMercy, posted in Hallelujah Diet, Isaac Update

The scales were kind to me; but they were downright extravagant to Doug! I am down 3 more pounds, giving me a total of 26 pounds lost.

Doug is down 13 more pounds, with a total of 64 pounds lost!!!

I
told him I wanted to poke him in the eye for that; but not really. I
am so happy for him that he is feeling better and getting healthy.

Isaac's
blood work went fine, although they did have to poke him twice. The
nurse apologized profusely, as she works with children all the time,
and really tries to make that first needle count. Isaac didn't cry
though. Daddy was holding him, and he knew all was well.

I
visited a new bead shop today, and oh wow! I was impressed! And they
do classes!!! I am contemplating one near the end of the month that
teaches soldering of sterling silver. Wouldn't that be fun???? Yep,
definitely going to pray about that class.

That's it for today.

Blessings to you and yours,
Alesha

Just Hanging Out…

June 8, 2009 by ObtainingMercy, posted in Florida Weather, How Great is Our God, What's Happening

…enjoying Isaac's company today. Daddy is still coming by to feed him each day. I am still having some pain.

…counting my blessings. We are well and together and so blessed.

…praying
for friends: those who are ill, those who are grieving, those who are
trying to sell a house, those who are recovering from surgery, and
those who have hearts broken beyond belief.

…remembering
yesterday's blessing of being able to assemble with like-minded
believers in church. Never take a service for granted!

…enjoying the beautiful BRIGHT sunshine outside; and knowing that like my friend Mrs. C said, by the time you read this, it could very well be pouring rain! That's a summer day in Florida for you!

…looking forward to my doctor's visit tomorrow, and hoping that the scales will be kind.

…believing
that the day is not far away when we will all be "hanging out" together
in Heaven, and looking forward, with great anticipation, to that day.

Alesha

Update on Prayer Request

June 7, 2009 by ObtainingMercy, posted in Prayer Request

Little Ewan passed away this morning. Please continue to pray for the family.

Both
the daughter and granddaughter continue to be in an induced come. The
granddaughter is now suffering from a respiratory infection and has not
been able to have the first skin graft surgery. This makes the risk of
infection greater.

Our God, however, is greater! Thank you for carrying these to His throne.

Alesha

Prayer Request

June 6, 2009 by ObtainingMercy, posted in Prayer Request

Please pray for Lindsay, Emma and Ewan Norcross. They were burned in
a gas oven explosion. All three are burned 40-60% of their bodies.

They are the daughter and grandchildren of missionaries Jay and Linda Aarseth. Doug and I went to college with Jay.

I know they would appreciate your prayers.
Thanks,
Alesha

Getting Better…

June 5, 2009 by ObtainingMercy, posted in What's Happening

Isaac and I had a quiet day together yesterday. It was my first day
alone with him, and the Lord was merciful – Isaac had a sleepy day.
That means he was a little bit easier to care for because I didn't have
to readjust him quite as many times during the day, as I would have if
he had been full of vim and vigor!

I still have quite a bit of
pain while changing him, but it is tolerable. I am sitting in a chair
to do his changes, and I lower his hospital bed down to the right
level. We are so thankful for that bed!

I am also able to do
some stretches now with my leg, and that seems to be helping with the
pain when I stand and walk. The chiro started working on my neck this
week. My spine is in deplorable condition, unfortunately. However, as
I continue to lose weight and visit the chiro each week, I am confident
that I will eventually have a healthy back to go with my healthy body.
I didn't get in this shape (or lack thereof) overnight, and it will
take some time to reverse it. I am trying to not be discouraged with
our new eating plan, and just keep going forward with it.

I just
wanted to say again, "Thank You!" for your prayers and for your sweet
words of encouragement. They have meant so much to me, and have helped
to carry me through the past seven weeks – particularly the past two
weeks. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

I pray you all
have a wonderful, fun-filled weekend, and that you and I will be able
to be in the Lord's House on Sunday to worship Him together,
Alesha