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WATCHING IN THE WINTER

The other night as I was preparing dinner, my kids came running to me with concerns over a stray cat that landed on our doorstep.  Now mind you, we have adopted, and sheltered many animals over the years.  We now own two dogs, 4 birds, 3 cats, and 3 fish....and possibly a partridge in a pear tree...I've lost count.  

I quickly reminded the children that we could not afford to take in another stray.  It was not only costly, but time-consuming.  My daughter's response was, "But mom, its cold..its shaking".  "Ugh", I responded "Put a warm blanket outside on the porch"  My son says, "Mom...I think its injured".  "Ugh"....I had made up my mind I was not going to cave this time.  The kids would own a farm if they could.  The problem is, I usually end up being the one caring for them. 

The children forget often.  I would have fish floating at the top of our tank by now, if I didn't feed them.  The (teen and tween) are not as responsible when it comes to pets lately, too many distractions, and other interest.  I've joked about letting them go without water or food for a day, to see how they would feel, but that would be child abuse.  I just want them to learn that these pets need taken care of.  They can't just hop on a sink and fill their water bowl.  Or open a can of moist and meaty.  Although, according to YouTube...there are some that can.  Can you imagine a fish trying to turn the lid on a jar of fish flakes?  The point is, that I didn't want to bring in another animal that would not be taken care of properly adding the burden on my husband and I.  We both have enough on our plate already trying to manage what we have.  

Yet, I felt the tugging on my heart to check out this supposed injured feline, especially after my daughter stated she would give up her cell phone just to bring it in.  "It must really be hurt", I thought. "No...no...no" I protested as I walked to the front door.  Opening door cautiously, I came face to face with this poor little creature staring at me like "Puss-n-Boots" from Shrek. The huge teary eyes, crying "take me in".  

I quickly shut the door for a brief moment, telling myself...absolutely NOT!  I opened it again, and crouched down to look at it closer, and noticed despite its thick long hair, had a bony underneath. The poor thing was starving.  It had a series of scratches from a fight.  I was concerned with fleas, lice, mange, parasites, and rabies affecting our other pets, and our children.  After all, we didn't know where this cat had been. And our last medical bill of over $300 was spent on my daughter from contracting "Cat Scratch Fever" from a stray kitten she picked up.   We  spent much on vet bills making sure our animals were all fixed, shots, treated, and prevented for all of the above.  I especially, did not want another cat! The 3 we have now, just eat, poop, and drag dead mice to back porch,  and meowing at Memorex levels before 5 a.m.!  

However, I couldn't leave the pleading pet outside.  I projected feelings of, "What if it were me".  We brought it in, quickly, bathe wiped it, treated for fleas, and prayed for the best.  Nurse Amanda, and Doctor Cody...my two little feens who wormed this cat into the house, treated the scratches, fed it,  and put it to bed.  Though troubled by the addition temporary or not, I felt better knowing we saved the little fur ball from freezing or starving to death. 

When I was reading from the book of Jeremiah this morning, was surprised when I ran across a verse that suddenly grabbed my attention.

Jeremiah 1:11-12 (NCV)

The Lord spoke his word to me, saying: “Jeremiah, what do you see?”  I answered, “I see a stick of almond wood.”  12 The Lord said to me, “You have seen correctly, because I am watching to make sure my words come true.”

Now you may ask, what does this verse have to do with saving a stray?

In the Easton's Bible dictionary it states that the almond tree blossoms usually during January or near the end of winter months.  

The Hebrew root meaning:  Almond (a'-mund) means to "watch" or "wait"

In reading the passage, what caught my attention is.... I was reminded that God is always watching, even during the bitter, and cold winter nights.  He watches to make sure His words come true, 

He watches when a bird falls to the ground, (Matthew 10:29-31) He even watches for those He created with four legs (Hebrews 4:13) He knew exactly where to send that injured, fur-ball feline. He knew that there was no way that neither my husband, or I would absolutely turn it away.  

If God can watch over a small creature as such, and direct its path to safety...then why can't we trust Him with our lives? Trust Him in our pain?  Trust Him with our marriage?  Trust Him with our children?  Trust Him with our jobs?  Trust Him in our giving?   or Trust Him with our heart?     

Proverbs 3:5-6(NCV)

Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding.  6 Remember the Lord in all you do,  and he will give you success.

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I woke this morning with much anticipation.  I was ever so grateful just to be alive.  At first, I was hesitant, it was f-r-e-e-z-i-n-g.  My body longed to stay in the warmth of my comforter.

I covered up once more...body protesting to arise. However, I was reminded of sad news I received the night before. A beloved women my children and I had cherished had passed. She was one of the strongest women I have EVER met!  I couldn't stay in bed anymore.

She had been battling stage 4 cancer for the past few years. In and out of hospitals, on and off chemo, back and forth in illness, yet NEVER would you find her wallowing in a sea of self-pity.

She served for as long as possible with the youth in ministry despite the ill affects of treatment.  She knew she had purpose.  She attended Bible studies, church services, and functions.  She knew she made a difference. She traveled across states to be with her children, and grand-babies.  She knew she was needed.

She chose to live to the fullest despite.  Though her body was frail, and thinning face shown wear of cancer, she still had the biggest smile!  Perhaps she knew...she would be with her Father soon.

       

The Godly attributes witnessed caused me to take a close look at myself. Diagnosed with fybromyalgia 11 years ago, osteoarthritis of the spine, and a botched ankle surgery. has caused a chronic state of pain for me, for several years. I don't do pain meds, so I hurt often.  

But in knowing my dear fellow sister in Christ who was such a giver, not a taker...and someone who cared deeply about others, changed my perspective greatly.  

I have my good days, and then I have the excruciating ones. However,  every time I felt the urge to stay in bed, I thought of Andrea, when I felt I couldn't take another step, I thought of Andrea, When I felt I couldn't sit for hours working at the computer, thought of Andrea, when I was too tired to attend church, thought of Andrea, when overwhelmed with my children, thought of Andrea, when feeling depressed over lack of healing, thought of Andrea.  When I didn't feel I had much to give, thought of Andrea.  When I was in too much pain to drive a distance to help someone in need, I thought of Andrea.  When I wanted to give up, I thought of Andrea.

I would ask myself, "Did God wake you up this morning? Has he given you the ability to dress yourself? Are you able to stand, walk, sit, see, feel, touch, smell, or hear?  Can you hug your kids?  Kiss your spouse?  Prepare a meal?"  Yes, Lord Yes....thank God yes!

If a women who managed to show love, and be used as an instrument of Christ despite her disease could...then I could too.  In so doing, it has caused a relentless effort to do my best in everything, and appreciate every moment God gives me to live. Time is a precious commodity!  I thank God for the opportunity of meeting one of the most amazing women in the world.  I know that her legacy of hope, strength, and love of Christ will continue long after.  God must have known that I needed to see her to see me.  She knew to do as God willed regardless of her circumstances. She knew to keep going until her purpose had been fulfilled through Him.  I hope she knows someday how she affected others, and because of the love shown, they now know God.  

When I hear this song, I will think of Andrea.... "Lord let them see You in me"....as we saw You in her.  

Let Them See You, By JJ Weeks Band

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