Basically, we are under construction, again—both externally and internally.
Externally: unearth for us is to dismantle the garden, bring in the backhoes, turn the soil and revamp for the ramp. Really, it is just a mud puddle as we wait to recreate a way in. For those who have tirelessly helped dig up plants, bushes, and bulbs, stacked bricks, and salvaged rocks and boulders—Thank You!
Internally: unearth also means to discover (something hidden, lost, or kept secret) by investigation or searching. For me, this can only happen when I slow down, grieve what has been lost, and when I create margin in my life and when I search for God’s wisdom.
I have discovered in tough times I turn inward, I quiet down and give into the exhaustion—I also turn towards prayer and unfortunately, sometimes self-sufficiency and spin stories and solutions. I haven’t shared my journey lately, and many of you have asked, thank you for the reminder we are not alone.
We are searching for how we live out our lives, serve and invite others in, and continue to be vibrant and echo who God has made us, and to supplement my income, preserve my health, cherish our time. These aren’t questions we can answer without God, and so we hunker down a bit and grapple with each next step, and the gripping pain that wakes me through the night, and we move forward, slowly. And be grateful for the days, when each step is strong and steady, full of energy and joy. On those days I celebrate, as I should every day.
On the horizon: We head to Houston November 10-13 to see Dr. Appel [thank you, Katy Harnett and Teresa Simons for making this a reality] https://www.alstexas.org/houston-neurologist-discovers-treatment-that-could-halt-the-progression-of-als/
Thank You, I am grateful for the cards, the treats and texts, and the thoughtful gifts, for the phone calls, the humor, the meals, and sweet reminders we are in your prayers. And for my special visitor, Kathleen—Thank You! You are life-giving and a gift in your presence.
And always with a grateful and humble heart, Love, Victoria
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