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ssuba
Female, 59, West Jordan
"I'm doing the very best I can !"
8:13pm, May 31, 2009
AS I GROW OLDER Mood
Friday, July 25, 2008 | A Poem/Artistic story

 

 

I pray I won't end up a grouchy old lady,

Recountng each ache and each pain

In intricate detail, to all who will listen,

While hoping some pity to gain.

 

I pray I"ll stay kind and be helpful to others,

While striving to put their needs first;

And that I will share the sweet story of Jesus

With all who now hunger and thirst.

 

I pray that as years take their measure upon me

And I grow more feeble each day,

I won't be a burden to family and love ones;

But will bless those who happen my way.

 

I pray I'll not lose my keen sense of adventure,

The wonder each dawning will bring,

But that I'll find something in each day to

treasure;

A joy that can make my heart sing.

 

I pray I'll stay focused on things pure and lovely,

Instead of the dark side of life,

And that I'll be filled with the fruit of the Spirit;

The answer to heartache and strife.

 

I pray that my world will be just a bit better

Because of the life that I live.

Then, I'll be content, when God calls me to Glory,

To know I gave all I could give.

~~~By Betty Jo Mings~~~~

 

I thought this poem was so beautiful I felt I needed to share it with all my wonderful DS friends.

Got the results of my MRI first thing this morning. I will have to have surgery to relieve the pain from the nerves in my neck which is L 4&5 L5&6  and L 6&7  which are being pinched together. So I see the surgeon on Aug 6.  That is why I have so much pain in my arm and hand.

Tomorrow is my Yard Sale day I hope I find some nice stuff. Well you all have a great and warm week-end. We haven't heard back on the house we want so badly. So keep us n your prayers.  just realized if we break the lease here it will cost me over a $1000 I just can't seem to win. I will leave it in God's hands as to what he wants us to do.  Look for the best you can in every day. Help some one else if you can. Big Hugs ~~~~~~~~~~~~Suzanne

 

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Comments

  1. Shell48

    A very beautiful poem. I am sorry you have to have neck
    surgery and I hope it will relieve all the pain you are
    having. You will be in my prayers. Love, Shell


    Shell48

  2. gabbygal

    Sorry you are needing surgery but that will be a good thing to be relieved of all the pain!!
    Have fun yard saling tomorrow!!
    Hugs,
    Gabby


    gabbygal

  3. sharon475

    Having pain all the time isn't fun...I sure hope the surgery goes well and takes away all the pain you're having. That was a really nice poem..You are always in my prayers...May God Bless You! Sharon


    sharon475

  4. SlipperySlope

    I really enjoyed the poem, very insightful.
    Even though Iam sorry that you will need surgery, I am happy that they found the reason for your pain and it is fixable. Keep us posted.
    Where do you find all the room for your yard sale treasures???
    Debbie


    SlipperySlope

  5. greatgranny

    when are you having neck surgery had it and upper back two years ago anything i can try to help with just ask message if you want to. hugs .gg


    greatgranny

  6. Kel26

    BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing. God BLess


    Kel26

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