I was up at the University of Colorado Hospital today for a monthly check on my blood counts. Everything is good. Also got my 14-month shots so I am getting nearly caught up with Zachary. One nurse said to me, "you know, you are getting the same shots a 14-month old gets because that is really how old your immune system is." Just funny to think about.
While I was sitting there, I noticed all the patients coming and going in the BIC (bone marrow infusion center). Many of them had a medical mask on because they are in the critical months shortly after transplant where they don't have much of an immune system. Most of them look defeated and worn out. It's not a fun place to be and they know they are on a long journey. But one patient had a really great attitude and was telling jokes with the nurses. It made a world of difference for him and in the life of those nurses. His example reminded me of the importance of attitude. When life is at its worst, what will help us be at our best? Well, when life is at its worst, Jesus helps us be at our best. 2 Corinthians 12:10 says "That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in
hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am
strong."
Amazed by His Love,
Terence
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In February 2010, Terence was diagnosed with Acute Myleoid Leukemia. We started this blog to share what we have learned about God's amazing love, about relationships, and about life. The story recently came out in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.
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