I seems it was only a few minutes ago I was trying not to stress out about my husband’s open heart surgery. God was good to me and helped me to release most of my anxiety to Him, and allowed us enjoy such sweet fellowship as we waited together-Cliff, Jesus and me.
The surgery took place on Monday, October 11th and all went well. The doctors were kind enough to update me throughout the 5 hours surgery, which helped alleviate much of my worry. It is now 3 days past the procedure and Cliff was moved out of ICU yesterday.
We are now in a room on the 11th floor of Portland’s Oregon Health and Science University hospital, overlooking beautiful downtown Portland, the Willamette River and Mt. Hood (when it peaks out from behind the clouds). We woke up this morning to a perfect sunrise. The cloud formation combined with the orange glow to make the shape of a cross and I could feel God pouring his blessings directly into my soul.
I know my love still has a long road of recovery ahead of him, but I am confident that the one who has brought us this far, will walk right beside us as we travel it together.
As for me, I am rejoicing that not only do I have my husband still alive, getting healthier and looking toward the future with me, but I have my sobriety too. Not so many months ago, I could not have done this without some sort of chemical “help.” How grateful I am that I have been able to face all these trials sober. How grateful I am that I can be a help to him, instead of adding to his stress and worry. And how grateful I am for the love and support of our family and friends, and for the countless people I will never meet this side of heaven who have lifted us in prayer.
I very much like this room with a view. And I praise God for the bright tomorrow I can see on the horizon.
Thanks for listening. Caro
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