To be honest, this has been a bad week. It’s been a week where children have
died. It’s been a week where we have
failed a new mom and her newborn. It’s
been a week where the realities of Haiti have seemed too much. It’s been a week where as much as I wanted
to, there was nothing else I could do.
It’s been a week where God chose not to step in, even though I thought
He should.
It’s been hard. It’s
been long. I’m tired and I’m sick, yet
neither of those changes anything that has happened. As I was dwelling on what a rough week it has
been, God reminded me of how much I have to be thankful for. That’s what I want to focus this blog
on.
I am thankful for two successful weeks of surgery. Overall, 85 major operations and over 30
minor cases were completed. Not only
were physical needs met, but every patient was also prayed over and poured
into. What an opportunity that is. My Aunt Debby was there for the second week
of surgery! I am so thankful she was able to come and see a little of what my
life is like as well as pour into her patients.
I am thankful to be surrounded by children who love me even
when I don’t deserve it. There is so
much love on this campus. Between the orphanage,
the Miriam Center, and the nutrition program I am showered with hugs and kisses
everyday. For Valentines Day, the
preschool had a party where they all dressed up. I loved being a part of it!
I am thankful to be in a country where I can openly share
about the gift of God. Even if my
message was rejected, I can only pray that seeds were planted.
I am thankful for the continuous opportunity to learn, for
both myself and the staff here. We have
had many opportunities to learn these past two weeks from nurses, doctors,
pastors, and so many others. We also
made some mistakes this week and learned from them. I am thankful though that
we were able to make changes for next time.
I am thankful that so many people loved Owens. His death hurts so many, but also shows how
loved he was. I am thankful for all the
people that poured into him his last couple of weeks and tried to help as much
as possible.
I am thankful for Lovemicka's life and the eternal impact she had on so many. I am thankful that she is no longer in pain and is rejoicing with our Savior.
Most of all, I am thankful that this life is only
temporary. I am thankful that there will
come a time with no more suffering or pain.
Revelations 21:4 “He will wipe every tear from their
eyes. Thee will be no more death or
mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Tore I'm shedding many tears for you. I am so sorry for all the sorrow your young eyes have seen.so glad Debbie got to be with you. l am praying for all of you ,love you more than words can say. please rest and don't get sick.see you soon. Nanny Betty
ReplyDeleteYou are such a blessing to all of those wonderful children and people that are there! Prayers for strength and healing for you as you go through this grieving. Much love and hugs! "Aunt" Mary! (from the October Surgery team)
ReplyDeleteYour work is such an inspiration. I know it is "tough" sometimes but we have a loving Sovereign God who is control of all things. Just keep on trusting Him for the Grace that you need each day.
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ReplyDeleteI just read your blog, sitting here in my campus office. I found myself shedding tears as well. I admire the work you and the others there are doing, and pray for God's continued protection of you. Your Mom I'm sure is very proud of you and your commitment to serve the Lord and carry His love to folks in tough situations. Praying for you.
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ReplyDeleteI came across your blog this evening and just want to tell you thank you for sharing what you are thankful for. It has been 10 months since you last wrote so I hope you are doing well. Blessings to you.
ReplyDeleteHi Ali. Thank you so much for your kind words. I have a new blog under my new married name. The link is: https://dobbiesinhaiti.wordpress.com. You can read about how God used Owen's legacy!
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