My First Shower

I posted this on social media last week and decided to post it here to my blog as well.
My first shower and learning how to be grateful all over again.
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I got to shower and wash my face. That may not seem like a big deal to most, but the fact that I could do it all by myself and feel the hot water flow over my back for as long as I wanted, was a bona fide luxury.

I’m feeling better and now I’m waiting for the doctor to make his rounds. I’m thinking he will release me to go home today since I’m doing so well.

I’m feeling better and I’m able to move and do things for myself. I’ve not needed IV meds and have managed pain with oral meds only. Yay!!

I’ve not turned my tv on once; I’ve only read my Bible, listened to sermons and Bible teachings, and played soothing Christian music. I’ve slept the rest of the time or FaceTimed with family.

I’ve sat up here on the 4th floor looking out of my window. I’ve seen day turn to night and night turn back to day. I’ve watched the sun shine, the clouds roll in and I’ve seen a couple of really beautiful thunderstorms. I’ve looked at all the people below walking on the sidewalks outside and wondered if they knew how lucky they are to be able to walk outside, to be strong enough to carry their own backpacks, and do whatever they choose to do in their healthy, strong bodies.

I’ve seen some who are in wheelchairs and will be in them the rest of their lives and I wonder if *I* realize how lucky *I* am that I have legs to walk on and strength to heal.

I’ve said to myself multiple times, “I can’t wait to feel what it feels like to be outside again.”I’ve been known to complain about humidity...and now I can’t wait to feel it. I’ve been known to complain about bug bites from living in a humid climate...now I’d love to grab the bug spray and head out for a hike.

I’m learning more and more that people suffer in so many different ways. Some people suffer and will never feel the outdoors again...nor will they go for a hike or enjoy life as they once did. They may never have the mobility to shower for themselves and let the hot water flow for as long as they want again. That makes me sad.

All I know is that I am thankful for times like these that force me to meditate on the blessings this life gives me. I am so very grateful and so very humbled that I get to be released and will heal and gain my strength again. May I never take my health for granted and may I always be sensitive and tender enough to love on and pray for those who suffer.

I’m guessing I’ll be released today, but I will always remember this hospital stay as yet another memorial to the goodness of God. To God be the glory! 🤍🕊