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So many times, we find ourselves in various storms wondering what is going on? Where is God in all this? I'm learning that He is with me - He is the eye of the storm. When my life is falling apart, when my hurts are bigger than me, when I'm uncertain of my future, He is there with me.
I enjoy learning about the backstories of hymns as well as newer songs. These real life accounts encourage and amaze me. The story behind Eye of the Storm is no different. Ryan has witnessed and experienced more than many of us. This song is his heart. After listening to the lyrics of this song, I was so glad I learned Ryan's backstory. I hope you take a few moments to read it and be blessed!
Still Waiting
Yes, still waiting to hear results from the changes in my breast. I was thrilled because the ultrasound tech simply said, "I didn't take any measurements." Good news - because if she didn't take any measurements, then there's nothing to measure! I saw my surgeon for an already scheduled 6 month follow up and he didn't see anything on his office ultrasound machine either. Great news!
Then I recieved the letter from the radiologist telling me that there is "an area to be followed" in 3 months - unless ""an area of concern prompted this breast exam, please contact your helth care provider..." Eeesh. An are of concern did prompt this exam.
I cried.
I reached out out to my family for prayer.
Then I had a good night's sleep. I rested in Jesus' arms.
The next morning, in prayer, He spoke to me.
"Remember: your tumor markers have gone down 3 points. BLOOD DOESN'T LIE! You were saved and healed by My blood. Your blood shows reduced tumor markers. BLOOD DOESN'T LIE!"
I then realized that I have allowed myself to be tossed by the waves of circumstances as I searched for peace from my LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ. As many of you survivors know, this is common. But, I'm hanging onto the words of my Savior: BLOOD DOESN'T LIE.
I'll be clinging to those words.
I'll be following up with my PCP and surgeon. I'll be requesting new blood work to see if my tumor makers have changed.
I'll live in faith and when fear steps in, I'll listen to Fear is a Liar by Zach Williams.
I'll be remembering that the anchor still holds.
I'll be looking for and listening to this week's sermon from church. (not posted yet, but it will be!) (UPDATE: the link has been updated to include the sermon! :) )
I'll be living a life of joy because the joy of the LORD is my strength!
I'll be a child of God, living in faith and running to my Abba Father when I cry.
I'll ask my heart to simply be still and know He is God.
Slow Stitching Sunday
Today I plan to continue work on my yo-yo quilt! I've really enjoyed the peace slow stitching gives me!
Here are the original fabric yo-yos with a few more flowers added.
Do you see more yo-yo flowers at the top of the design board? I've decided to pause on adding the white borders until I find a layout I like. Soon, I'll have stitched through my older fabrics and begin to make yo-yo flowers from my cherished 30's fabrics!
The yo-yo quilt and EPP Grandmother's Flower Garden slow stitching projects will be worked on during alternating months! Time to get them off
the design board and onto my family and I!
I finished a pillow as well as two panel quilts! Yea! Fabric is finally and just barely in the black!
Fabric used this week
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1.50
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To Date used
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44.53
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Fabric in this week
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0
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To Date in
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44.50
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Net barely in the black - used more than bought!
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.03
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Yarn used this week
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0
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To Date used
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32.30
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Yarn in this week
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33.5
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To Date in
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187.80
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Net in the red (more bought than used!)
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-208.80
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I saw this yarn on clearance at Michael's and picked it up!
It's Red Heart's Unforgettable in Sunrise. I will be using it to make shawls for myself and as donation shawls.
So pretty!
I hope you check out these fun linkups!
So pretty!
I hope you check out these fun linkups!
Hope your tests come out OK. the yo-yos are so bright and fun. Yummy yarn too.
ReplyDeleteThank you - on all counts! Can hardly wiat to add my 30's fabrics to the yo-yos!
DeleteYes..Trust in Him! I am knitting my first sweater in Unforgettable (color: tidal). The Yo-Yo flowers are looking great.
ReplyDeleteJust looked up the yarn and your post about your sweater! Both are pretty! The ocean immediately came to mind when I saw the yarn and then, behold! You live near a beach! Awesome!
DeleteYour quilt is amazing! I hope others stop by and check out your wonderful blog!
"Blood doesn't lie."
ReplyDeleteThanks for your courageous sharing of your journey here.
Thank you for visiting and commenting. It means so much to me!
DeleteI will be keeping you in prayer. My sister finished her last round (of the first round) of chemo last week. Tomorrow she will get the results of her most recent scans and start round 2 with different medication.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Prayers up right now for your sister! Listening to my body, calling my oncologist for help with the side effects and resting were instrumental in getting through chemo. My biggest support was the love of my family. When my husband shaved my head....that was hard....we listened to Close Your Eyes by Meghan Trainor on repeat the whole time. Blessings to your sister and to all of you. Hugs and love.
DeleteFear is such a powerful emotion until we look it in the face then slowly it shrinks away knowing you hold all the power over it. I said these words to myself with every visit 30 years ago each time I had a 3 month check up and still say them twice a year today. Love the Yo-yo quilt progress. That yarn is one of my favorite colorways and its so soft.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your encouragement! I love to hear from survivors - they give me such hope! I'm savoring the time I spend making my Yo-yos! They are so cute, fun and easy! I was sold on that yarn because of the very reasons you mentioned! We must be yarn sisters! :)
DeleteBlessings prayers for a good follow up. Love a bargain and the color of the yarn is beautiful. Will it be a knitted shawl? I've always crocheted, but am learning knitting. May attempt a shawl if can find a pattern that is not way difficult. Thanks so much for visiting and linking up. Appreciated. Have a great week.
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Hi There! Thank you for your blessings! I so love a bargain and rarely resist! It will probably be a crocheted shawl. I'm also learning to knit, however, for me, it's such baby steps. I need to learn how to pick up a dropped stitch to move forward. I hope you find a knitted shawl pattern you like - they drape so beautifully!
DeleteI found it interesting to read the back story on that song, since I've heard the song on the radio. It's good to hear how you're hanging in there during your storm. Crocheting and yo-yo making can bring calm seas for awhile, too. Love your yoyo flowers, and your new yarn color.
ReplyDeleteYes, I so love the backstories of songs, books and even just the story of people's lives! Their stories are so interesting! Yes, I have many more good moments than doubtful ones. I'm seriously hooked on slow stitching! Thank you for stopping by and sharing such beautiful quilting!
DeleteThank you for sharing! And thanks to our Lord! l also want to thank you for sharing these beautiful song! The yoyo quilt looks great! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Birthe! By the way, I so enjoy your Instagram feed as well! :)
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