LSL, When I first read your post on the message board, I could so totally relate to your feelings. So much so that i was terribly worried for you and the way you were feeling. Now after reading your post from today, i'm happy as can be for you. God took the opportunity to speak to you in the midst of TIA, because he knew he'd have your undivided attention. More than that, you could hear his voice. God must answer prayer expressed in earnest, He promised, and you were certainly asking in earnest. So you have to know now that God is with you, the Holy Spirit is always with you for comfort, support and peace. Talk to him whenever you need help. And take the advice given. Have your kids make a list of chores to be done on a weekly basis. They can put their names down first for the things they can manage. Then have them make another list of organizations who can offer services to you at minimal costs or free. There are so many that may be looking for community service projects. Contact your local Masonic Lodges, and DeMolay Chapters and Job's Daughters Bethels. Google Masonic Lodges, and DeMolay Chapters and IOJD.
You can only do as much as you can and no more. When your body says rest, you MUST rest, it needs time to recharge. Recovery is slow but your body WILL tell you when you can take the next step, listen to it. I'm so very pleased that you are paying closer attention to it. Baby steps indeed and it will all improve, especially with The Saviours help. I want to hear more from you and you should come into the chat room at 3 and 8 pm. We talk about everything and anything and laugh a lot and joke with each other :happydance: We can help. Stay strong friend and holler if you need us.
In Faith
Beth (aliveinutah)
stroke survivor since 12/05