Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Beyond Grateful


It's a quiet, cozy evening here.  As I sip on one last hot cuppa the sun waves its rays for a final good night before settling down beyond the horizon.  Can you say, peaceful?

There's been a lot on my mind these past few days.  My father has two appointments this week where the doctors will determine the next steps regarding his care/treatment.  One is whether he will undergo yet another major surgery to redirect his bowels again as he's had 4 blockages over the last couple of weeks.  Sigh.

I pulled out my watercolours and quietly painted this evening as I tossed out misc prayers to God above regarding my dad and others.  I won't complain.  For one thing, my father has made it longer than any of us expected.  And today, a big financial blessing came my way that will take me out of the financial hole I've been swimming in due to the unpaid time off previously taken to assist in taking care of multiple things for my dad.  These are just a few of the little miracles that have touched my life these past few weeks.

Thank you to all of my lovely bloggie peeps who have stretched out your arms and love in many different ways, to support me in ways you could have never imagined.  May God return to you double for what you've sprinkled on me.

So, although some days feel like they will never end, I am grateful far beyond I could ever express.
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18 comments

  1. Sophia,

    How exciting to hear about you miracles. And refreshing. I am glad you have such peace this evening. Prayers for dad. May God continue to heap blessings on you.

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  2. Hi Sophia, am glad that life is a little easier...

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  3. Warmest wishes coming your way Sophia. Take good care of yourself too.

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  4. Her for you my friend. You have such a wonderful influence on me.

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  5. I am so relieved to read about the soothing eve. About the money too.

    Love from my heart to yours!

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  6. Aww Sophia.. you are loved.

    You really are.

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  7. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
    I'd send you my real one if I could.....
    Glad to hear, even in the midst of the seriousness, that good has happened for you and that there are plans for your father.
    You both are in my prayers.

    Love~~
    Anne

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  8. I love your positive attitude. When you think in a positive way I think it allows the miracles to appear. I continue to pray for you and your dad. take care :-)

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  9. your art is so pretty and cheerful. Great news about the 'financial blessing', prayers for your dad.

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  10. Good Morning,
    Glad to hear you are feeling peaceful...and good things are coming your way! Cute sock monkey painting, too! xo

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  11. Awwwwww....Sophia, my prayers are with you. I can only imagine the stress you must be under. Thank you for hanging in there and continuing to share in your journey and reminding this Believer of the value and benefit in prayer. You are blessed to be a blessing.

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  12. my friend...I dont know if you are aware, but by sharing things like this with us, you inspire us all to keep moving forward...something I needed to be reminded of.

    thank you dear friend :)

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  13. so many beautiful wishes and prayers here, please add mine to them. do what you can and then let go, this is the advice my mother always gave to me and it's helped me so.

    love,
    lori

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  14. I'm so glad you've had a financial blessing to help you out a bit. I hope things continue to get better in all ways. Loving the sock monkey. :)

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  15. I am so thrilled that things are wonderful in your life!!! you deserve it sweet Sophia!!!!

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  16. Still praying and sending distant reiki healing energy for your Dad and you and your family ~ namaste, Carol

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  17. More prayers on its way to you ~ I have signed up my two blogs for this Sketch Sunday ~ Having trouble getting a button for 2nd blog ~ Hope I can work it out ~ thanks for hosting ~ You have your hands full ~ hugs and namaste, Carol

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  18. Sophia, I'm glad that painting helped ease in your mind, and gratitude will keep you on the right direction!

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