It has been 4 months since Miriam's catastrophic stroke event. This fierce storm remains unrelenting but we continue to live by faith and not by sight. There has been some progress. Miriam has attempted to open both eyes when her dear friend Vilma came by to bring her some fresh flowers. She perked up and turned her head towards Vilma. She opened both eyes and stared at the beautiful flowers and her dear friend.
Last Wednesday, Alabama was hit by multiple successive tornadoes. Tornado warnings one after another. God spared us. Grace, Joyce, Mom and I were at Big Springs Specialty Care Center from 1 pm - 8pm. It was too risky to leave. Then Huntsville had a city wide blackout. That has never happened before. Miriam and all the other patients were moved to the crowded hallways. Miriam was starting to sweat a lot and the kind SNF administrator offered a small air conditioned dining room as her temporary bedroom for two days until a second generator was brought in from Nashville, TN. That was a gift from God. We got our power back 5 days later.
Everyday, I look forward to seeing my dearest wife and sweetheart. She continues to bless me even though she is unable to carry out a conversation or respond. I know she continues to unselfishly pray for me, our children, her family and her friends. Every visit is a special day for me. I am grateful to God for making it possible for me to see her and thank her everyday.
Miriam has firmly planted her seeds of unconditional love to me, our children, her family and friends. Those of you who have been blessed by her and get to see her, please talk to her and get her updated with your life. She loves all of you very much and I know she continues to pray for everyone. Her memory is impeccable and she remembers all of your prayer needs. She trusts God and has always been faithful to Him.
"When you walk through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, Nor will the flame burn you. For I am the Lord your God, The Holy One of Israel, your Savior.." Isaiah 43:2,3.
In His Time,
Alex
we continue to pray for your love to awaken
ReplyDeletePraise God! He answered prayers and protected you all amidst the storm, our faith is in Him, our solid rock and refuge!
ReplyDeleteWow! miriam responding, praise God! May He fill you with joy in His presence as we wait for His best time.
We love you and pray for you all. God bless you!