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Dealing with a serious illness day in and day out puts things in a different perspective.  

“The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven..” 
― John Milton, Paradise Lost

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What You Bring to the Table

11/19/2012

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I was reading an article in December’s issue of Real Simple magazine about what to bring if you’re asked to make a potluck dish.  It was suggested, “If you’re asked to bring a main course, surprise them with Sausage, Cauliflower and Kale Potpie.”  I don’t know if you find that as funny as I did, but I laughed out loud when I read that!  I could just envision me taking that to a holiday potluck and the response it would get when people, tricked by the flaky crust, would expect traditional comfort food and be surprised to find kale and cauliflower!  I am guessing if I took that to a potluck, it would be the last time I was asked to bring a main course.  I would probably be relegated to bringing bread or salad if I am asked again at all!

Whether we like it or not, in life we are judged by what we bring to the table – good food, a positive attitude, charming conversation skills.   I know people are looking at us as we go through this struggle with ALS and checking out what we bring to the table.  I hope they see a positive attitude and a deep faith in God.  I am sure at times they see fear and sadness but most of the time I think they will see joy.
No matter what, I know God loves us and will keep inviting us to his banquet regardless of what we bring to the table.  That's a good thing since I probably didn't bring my best today.

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Deb Leahy
11/19/2012 09:54:01 pm

They do see, Laura. Your witness will spread beyond those you see, to those who tell your story out of your hearing. You will hear how you have encouraged others for years. Be very sure God has not allowed this in your lives without His kingdom's gain in allowing it. Illness is not OF God but in the darkness of the storm we see His light all the brighter when His people stand and walk in His name, even when all they can manage that day is to sit and weep, but at the end of it look in faith to HIM for their strength, which He never fails to give. Blessings to your whole family walking in the valley.

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    Wife and mother coping with the daily struggles caring for a family with a serious affliction.

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