A TUESDAY REFLECTION AND A LITTLE REQUEST
It was a good weekend for us. As John gets stronger, he needs a little less sleep, but the relaxed schedule gives him good rest. He did have a very productive hour of physical therapy on Sunday and continues to work on his facial exercises and, of course, eating better. John has been wheeling around in the manual wheelchair and building up strength and endurance in his arms.
We enjoyed short visits from the Davises, but also from the Baumanns and the Guisedieck family from Historic First Presbyterian. I left early for a haircut appointment and to spend time with my parents. John settled into watching football and our nephew, Cody Cottington, came to visit with him.
As I have mentioned several times in this blog, we have received such lovely, encouraging notes from so many people. These have lifted our spirits, fueled John's determination, and connected us to our faith community and a God who continually sustains us. Many of these cards and notes have included a brief story or reflection of a situation or time or just an encounter when John's ministry and care have made an impact in someone's life. Some just contained a funny story they remember about John.
REQUEST: Would others of you readers be willing to share a story, too? If so, please jot it down and send it to me (email is fine). The family is going to gather on January 31 at the hospital to celebrate John's retirement from 40 years of active ministry. Think about it and see where the Spirit leads. And as always, thanks for sticking with us!
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