Be Thankful for God's Blessings

Finally I'm getting back on track.

I lived at the nursing home for two years and have some wonderful memories. One in particular was a beautiful, older, African American woman, named Anna. I knew her from my earlier visit when my dad was living there.

We had a common bound. We both knew and loved my father.

 Since I was a young kid compared to the other patients and my mother ask her to look after me, Anna became a constant in my life.

Every time an activity was offered or even just at mealtimes, she would leave her room walking slowly because of the need of a walker, joyously hollering , "Merrym! Merrym! Come on my sweet girl! Let's go participate, socialize, get ourselves out of those stuffy rooms." By the time she was finished with her speech, her head popped from behind the door frame with a glorious smile that no one Not even the Devil, himself could resist.

There was a schedule of activities in every room, so I knew when things were going to happen. I would get ready for each event ahead of time, but I waited to see that inspiring smile before I'd really be prepared for anything.

It was just a small gesture on her part, but Anna was so generous and loving. She was a shining example of God's power, joy and love. I know God put her in my life to boost me up and I praise Him for this.

This has been one of the many examples of inspiration God placed in my path and I never got to thank her before she went to be with Him. Thank you Anna!

 Is there someone in your life that inspires you? Thank them before it's too late.


Then God blessed Noah and his sons, saying to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number and fill the earth.
Genesis 9:1

P.S. PeggySue-Thank you for everything you've done and are doing to inspire me! I am truly blessed to have you as a sister and friend. I love you! My prayers are with you!

I am blessed
Merrym Dawn Mathis Bruce