Just Keep Swimming, Swimming, Swimming

It has been a totally uplifting day in so many ways. I had the opportunity to proctor exams again at AHS. The young lady touched me in such a special way. She told me of her plans after graduation of wanting to join the army. We talked about how we both hated math and that overcoming that was a feat for both of us. She said she wouldn't join the Navy because she couldn't swim and that her sister was in the Army and she wanted to be like her. I told her how proud I was of her and how someday she would be a wonderful soldier. It's going to take great determination, but she's got it and she'll go far. She brought such a light to my morning. Keep swimming, girl! I'm proud of you!! As I walked out to my car, I stopped right there in the parking lot and said a prayer for her. I asked God to guide her footsteps and to protect her. I also gave him many thanks for her.

Yesterday I went for my mammogram because I had, once again, found something a little suspicious. I had purposely not told anyone (including JW) that I was going. In our family, a mammogram can reveal things we sometimes don't want to hear. Thanks to wonderful angels who led my way to the Breast Center, I got there and 'survived' the party. I got the results today that, although there is a cyst, it's nothing to be concerned about. I'm good for a year. I'll just be swimming, swimming, swimming!!

We had our monthly Relay meeting and I can feel the energy bursting in this group. It's great to see God working through all of them. Yet again, I have to think...just keep swimming, swimming, swimming. With all of this hard work, Relay will be walking on water. We may not be making a huge difference, but sometimes it's the small differences that change the world. Every small stroke in the water takes us just a bit closer to the goal.

Finally when I got home and checked my email, I had some sad news that a friend who is battling cancer got some 'not so great' news from his latest scan. This person has the faith of a saint. He is such an inspiration to me. He and his wife are a part of 'Faces of the 'C' Word'. I'm so proud to have them in there. Stay strong, my friend. We know that Jesus calmed the water when the disciples were afraid. He will do it for you. Keep swimming, swimming, swimming! When your arms are tired, God will paddle along for you.

I hope if you are taking the time to read my ramblings that you will stop just for a moment that you send a prayer for Danny.

Life is good and I am blessed beyond measure. Amen? AMEN!!!!