Patience- Hospital Edition

I always thought that I was pretty patient person. 

That is until this break. 

Mom went into the hospital on Dec. 14. 

It was supposed to be an easy surgery, easy recovery. 

And it was. 

Until...

She started throwing up and didn't stop. 

Three days later they finally figured out why and tried to fix it. 

Eleven days later she was still in the hospital. 

FINALLY on Christmas Day she made her escape! 

I couldn't have asked for a better present!

Those eleven days of waiting taught me so much. 

I learned patience... waiting for the body to heal takes time. 

I learned the joy of family. Watching my family rally and make trips to the hospital to see mom "fun" was such a blessing. 

I learned the importance of nursing firsthand. The nurses were invaluable to my mom and our family. I hope to one day be that for a family. 

I learned that I am NOT at all in control...God is so much bigger than my plans. 

I learned that trusting in God is the best thing I could ever do. 

I learned the special blessing of having a loving church family. We have had so much food these past few days and it's all because of families making it especially for us. 

I learned that no matter what..in our best and darkest moments the Lord is right by our side. He will never leave us through any of it. 

Thank you so much for your prayers for mom! Even though it has been a tough few weeks I am so very thankful for them and all that I was taught through it all! To God be the Glory Forever and Ever! :)