the other girl in my life.
I live with three girls. Misty, Olivia and the other girl in my life.
Introduce Marmalade.
Back in summer of 2006, a scrawny little cat with a beautiful orange coat started hanging around Misty’s parents’ house. Misty was over there often and found herself feeding it – she is a sucker for animals. Needless to say, she fell in love with this thing. I was never a cat person. I had this impression that all cats smelled like pee. Well, we just happened to be moving that fall – from out little apartment to a small house in Long Branch, NJ. Since Misty started feeding her we got pinned with the responsibility of taking her. The first few weeks were rough. It seemed that whenever I tried to pet her, or put a collar on her or God forbid, take her to the vet, she absolutely freaked out. She didn’t know me or trust me at all.
A couple years later, this has changed quite a bit. Miss Marmalade jumps up on my lap looking to be pet, and trusts me with most anything. She ripped her ear open the other day and let me clean the cut out (she now has her ear flap split right down the middle – ouch). She got a tick a few months back and sat there quietly while I pulled it out. She even sat on my lap when I pulled nearly 50 burrs out of her fur last summer.
The point is…now, she has lived with me, gotten to know me and after I have proven myself a few times, she begins to trust me. I thought about this today as I was considering my current thoughts toward the creator of the world.
Today was kinda rough. Misty has been in a fog for days. She isn’t very expressive and has been sleeping a lot. We saw the new doctor and he pointed out how her muscles are totally shot in her legs. Even the left leg where she used to have function, is barely usable because of the muscle atrophy. Misty has been on a high dose of steroids for too long…its taking its toll. Her oral candida infection (thrush) is back and she feels kinda sick. . .
But, it’s ok. God has proven himself in the past…and I know he is working on things. We aren’t worried about the physical state right now, because we know the end result is Misty, walking and talking again. Misty went to sleep happy tonight – no depression, just trust. We are doing ok, I promise. Just kinda waiting patiently for God finish pulling the rest of the burrs out.
PS – Olivia has an ear infection, so the quarantine from misty continues for another 48hrs. Oh well.
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Psalm 62:5-8 My soul, wait silently for God alone, For my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory; The rock of my strength, And my refuge, is in God. Trust in Him at all times, (Darren)you people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah
It’s good that you are waiting patiently – expecting Misty’s miracle. Peace and trust make it possible to not be moved. In God is everything you need.
My heart is crying out for a NOW miracle for Misty!
Heavenly Father, Your Word says she is healed. We ask for full manifestation soon. In the name of Jesus. Amen.
As I was reading this, I found myself saying, “It doesn’t matter what the doctor says because God is control and will heal Misty.” God isn’t confined to the prognosis of a doctor. Everything is in His perfect timing. I am still praying and believing for you guys!
I don’t know if either of you listen to The Choir, but when I hear the song “Mercy Will Prevail” I think of you both. Hope your day is great. The humidity has lifted. I pray for lifting of spirit and heart. Take deep breaths of the Holy Spirit. God’s sustenance is forever.
Hey guys,
We love you and are continuing to pray for healing and strength.
Hope Olivia is feeling better – little darlin’! We’re praying she will be home soon.
XOXO
I am sure there are times that it feels like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. In fact you have no idea how long the tunnel it. Sorry my friend for the trials and struggles. Praying still.
It’s going to be okay. We still continue having hope and trust in our Lord. I truly feel that our Lord is listening to all of our prayers….feeling your pain…and has complete control of Misty’s healing. It’s going to happen and Misty is going to be able to have a full life with her family. We send our love our prayers.
Still praying, God bless.
Doctors only know what they are taught. We live in what we know. God is great and still on his throne bringing miracles your way. Everyday holds the possibility of a miracle and more. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Darren and family,
We’ve never met, but I follow your story and pray for you all almost daily. It’s amazing how your story has found its way all around the world. My favorite verses for the hard times are:
Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you.
Romans 5:3-4
And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.
Praying for you and yours constantly.
Carmen
Waynesboro, GA
Hi there,
You don’t know me but i’m a friend of Jeff Martinez here in England. He showed me your blog and i want you to know that i’m praying for your situation.
God healed me of lactose intolerance in 2005, so i know first hand that our God is a healer. One of his names is Jehovah Rapha, which means God is healer. It says in his word that by his stripes we are healed and i believe that he liberated us to receive that healing when he went to the cross, so keep persevering like you are because we serve a God that ‘heals all our diseases’ (Psalm 103)
You serve a God who is all about healing, restoration and freedom. That is his heart for his people.
with his blessings,
Carina Poland
North Devon-England