Lost Days
I arrived home from California Wednesday evening and cannot thank my Lord enough for the safe travels both ways as well as His constant blessing while I was gone. I can't recall the last few days, but I believe I just stayed home. I am always super tired after a trip, plus I still have my nasty cold. It got somewhat better then worse again. I'm fed up with it!
As always, I had misgivings about keeping my wits about me at the airports, but my wheelchair system seems to be quite efficient. I met and shared the Lord with four fine young men who ferried me through on each leg of my journey as well as the taxi driver from India who returned me from the doctor's office to my hotel the day I forgot my phone.
All my other ground transportation was taken care of by my family who also blessed me with their love and company so that I was never "on my own" the whole time I was in Oakland. Indeed, it was wonderful to see my daughter and two nieces.
I was not nervous about my exams but was concerned I might fall prey to a headache or brain freeze and necessitate being evaluated at a later time, perhaps many months away, but I did fine, praise God. The three doctors I saw were warm and put me at ease. I was careful to maintain eye contact and indicate I followed their train of thought even when my mind wandered. I also made a point of mentioning anything I could remember that they had talked about.
I recall witnessing to one doctor but am not sure if I even mentioned the Lord to the other two. Oh well, God will see that they hear about Jesus from someone. I used to worry that I might miss sharing the Gospel with someone God brought across my path, but now I just trust Him. He knows my mouth is willing as is my heart, and He also knows my brain is leaky.
These exams should wrap up my Workmen's comp case... at least, I hope so. Whatever these doctors decide about my employability will determine any benefits I am eligible for. I don't know how long it takes after their report, but it should all be over by the end of the year, I imagine.
I am down to 171 pounds and so glad I didn't gain weight while away and unable to eat my NutriSystem food. I was careful about my food choices except for one outing to The New Zealander Cafe with Stephanie and Pam where I ate the "Aucklander 3AM White Lady Sandwich," which is a huge hamburger, beets, fried egg, onion, cheese and other stuff I can't recall all piled on a giant bun. The thing is at least six inches tall! We also ate an ethnic dessert made of meringue and cream and garnished with fresh fruit. Delightful!!
As always, I had misgivings about keeping my wits about me at the airports, but my wheelchair system seems to be quite efficient. I met and shared the Lord with four fine young men who ferried me through on each leg of my journey as well as the taxi driver from India who returned me from the doctor's office to my hotel the day I forgot my phone.
All my other ground transportation was taken care of by my family who also blessed me with their love and company so that I was never "on my own" the whole time I was in Oakland. Indeed, it was wonderful to see my daughter and two nieces.
I was not nervous about my exams but was concerned I might fall prey to a headache or brain freeze and necessitate being evaluated at a later time, perhaps many months away, but I did fine, praise God. The three doctors I saw were warm and put me at ease. I was careful to maintain eye contact and indicate I followed their train of thought even when my mind wandered. I also made a point of mentioning anything I could remember that they had talked about.
I recall witnessing to one doctor but am not sure if I even mentioned the Lord to the other two. Oh well, God will see that they hear about Jesus from someone. I used to worry that I might miss sharing the Gospel with someone God brought across my path, but now I just trust Him. He knows my mouth is willing as is my heart, and He also knows my brain is leaky.
These exams should wrap up my Workmen's comp case... at least, I hope so. Whatever these doctors decide about my employability will determine any benefits I am eligible for. I don't know how long it takes after their report, but it should all be over by the end of the year, I imagine.
I am down to 171 pounds and so glad I didn't gain weight while away and unable to eat my NutriSystem food. I was careful about my food choices except for one outing to The New Zealander Cafe with Stephanie and Pam where I ate the "Aucklander 3AM White Lady Sandwich," which is a huge hamburger, beets, fried egg, onion, cheese and other stuff I can't recall all piled on a giant bun. The thing is at least six inches tall! We also ate an ethnic dessert made of meringue and cream and garnished with fresh fruit. Delightful!!
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