hi everyone, I am stalling, I said last time that I would do my testamony but I am stalling. I have thought a lot about what my testamony is and I know what things/events I want to include but to actually sit down and write it all down... maybe next time...
I have had a busy week, today is Sunday 20th November 2011, day 20 for me, Yahoo I have been doing this for 20 days now. Some days are good and some days I really struggle. Bit like life really. Today is a struggle day. Full fast so no food until tomorrow tea time. Ryder has chicken pox so we didnt go to Church this morning, my first time missing Church since I have been back which was January this year. It felt really strange not being at church, like I was missing out on something that everyone else got to enjoy. But it was good to spend quality time with Ryder. We watched a movie of his choice. Yesterday was a really hot day, we spent it outside doing lots of jobs around the house whereas today was raining heavily so we spent it indoors. By not going to Church it feels like I have missed out on my weekend. Ryder is doing really well with the chicken pox, he hasnt been too adversely affected, he is covered with spots but not scratching which is good. Although he is hungry all the time, not fun for me having to dish up snacks for him when I cannot partake. Oh well.
Today I was seriously tempted to change the rules regarding my full fasting days, I dont enjoy not eating, I find it much easier to have 1 meal a day, that is not a problem for me but to have to go 2 days without food, that is quite tough. I found myself coming up with all these alternative solutions, lots of different rationals like just eating soft foods... or having lollies to suck when I get hunger pains.... or just foregoing the full fast but still having just one meal a day for the rest of my time....My mind started to wander. I had to pull myself up sharply and remind myself what I am doing and why. I had to stop feeling sorry for myself, I have it good, really good, I get to eat what I want to eat 5 times a week, within reason. Whereas the people of Haiti only get to eat rice and a few veges and if they are fortunate, they might have meat added. I have soooooo many choices, do I want eggs? salad? bread? meat? potatoes? veges? biscuits? I have choices whereas they do not. I am surrounded by food.
I have noticed changes in my body already, I have lost one of my many double or is that triple chins??? anyway my face is slimmer and my clothes are looser, but the most difference I have noticed is how cold I feel all the time. I recently learned that the reason I am feeling the cold is because I am losing weight too fast and it is my body's way of compensating for the rapid weight loss. I have lost 8 kgs in 2 weeks, a lot I know but I do have weight I can afford to lose. I find myself needing to use hot water bottles to warm up and I could heat it about 4-5 times an hour! the things we do. :-)
I am pleased to announce that this month I have raised $200 from my groceries money, $140 from this months sponsor which is Pastor Colin, and $200 from the Youth Group when I did my talk on Haiti as well as approx $50 from the spare change jar which is placed in front of the kitchen servery at church. Not a bad effort for 1 month. The only thing I am disappointed in is the exchange rate between NZ and USA. for $600 NZD it works out to approx $460 USD. that was shocking but I know anything is better than nothing and I am praying that God will increase and triple the money raised and let it go far and where it is needed the most.
Todd has posted on facebook that the WellNetwork are starting a new venture under their umbrella and that is to sponsor a childs education, to pay for their school uniform and books etc. A very worthy cause. They are also looking at building a new preschool for the young children so some very exciting times ahead which means that they can reach more children and their families. These children deserve a chance at life. So if anyone wants to check out Todd's ministry then go to www.wellnetwork.tv
ok, enough of me for today, I will keep praying for you, until next time, and yes I will think some more about my testamony :-)
In His Name
Blessings
Karen
It's Thanksgiving and I am pondering here how sick US culture is. This was brought home when one of our German exchange students asked questions about the holiday and then commented: "So the only special thing about Thanksgiving is food, right?" THis is one reason why your yearlong commitment draws my attention so strongly!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, Karen.