One of my favorite children's books is "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." Alexander woke up and nothing went right the rest of the day.
Monday, February 23, was a very good day. It was my birthday. Felt very loved.
Tuesday, February 24, was a bad day. I had a doctor's appointment for a regular diabetic check-up and to hopefully hear my doctor tell me that this insidious pain in my lower back that was running down my legs was NOT sciatica. So, I arrived late to check in. The receptionist was less than kind and on the border of rude. I scooted over to the next receptionist after the first one skirted me off. I'm sure he didn't understand why tears were rolling silently down my face as I handed him my co-pay. I knew my bad habits had been following me recently, and my test results were not going to be good.
I continued up the stairs to my doctor where the test results done in the previous week had shown up on his computer. Everything was up: blood pressure, cholesterol, sugar, and weight.
(Notice this blog follows the blog about going to the gym) I continued to boo-hoo in his office and he kindly responded with legal drug offers, dietetic counselors, and the reassurance that I was simply having a bad bout of sciatica and carpel tunnel syndrome. And, stress. Being a drug and alcohol addiction counselor, I opted out of the narcotic options and landed on the patch of steroids. I might be puffy, but at least I won't be addicted. Besides, if you gave me vicodin right now, I just might end up lost forever. After all, I love nitrus at the dentist.
Stress. Well, Alexander's mom told him some days were just gonna be like that. That's life.
Stress. Well, God tells us to not be afraid of the circumstances, to trust Him, and keep on keepin on. He also sends friends, unexpected phone calls, birthday cards, and notes from people who have gone before me to encourage me on this journey just when I need it. Some come behind me, but can see the forest and its beauty while we're in the forest and quite frankl,y only see tree trunks right now. God is so faithful! Thank you God! and friends who are His vessels.
So, if you're out there and having a Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, it's going to be okay. Keep worshipping, trusting, and walking. I desire to be a comfort to you with the comfort He is giving me right now. Do you have comfort from Him that He wants you to pass on to others? Do it! You never know what big or little thing someone is going through when He's urging you to make contact.
We need a follow up book on Alexander. What is a day in the life of Alexander like now when he's all grown up? Anyone want to tackle that one?
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6 comments:
Sorry to hear of your bad day. Thanks for the reminder that our God is always faithful. You're such an awesome example to us all, and I admire your openness. You're the best!
Rox I'm so sorry to hear about your bad day. I do know that that is one of my Favorite books as well. It has always been a goo reminder that we are going to have bad days. I want to thank you though, thank you for sharing, for authenticity and honesty. Thank you for the reminders that you continually give that we are going to have bad days, but God has provided what and who we need. Thank you for the reminder that people are Jesus with Skin on...thank you for being Jesus with skin on. I love and miss you.
i have no encouragement to offer other than you are an encouragement to me.
its a good book and still on my shelf.
Wish i could have been there the day after your birthday and given you a super big hug! You are beautiful and strong and making good choices for a healthier lifestyle! So press on! I'm praying for you.
love always,
trina
When I read this I laughed because I think i had just read that book to Aiden. our book has a date in it, aug 14th, 2000. It was the day of my miscarriage. It had been a terrible, horrible, no good very bad day (that you helped me through), but as his mom said, some days are like that even in Australia.
God is always faithful. You are an example to all that know you. You give God your burdons. You might hold on for a sec or two but you trust Him. Thank you Rox
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