So far my favorite part is working with the patients. Some are a little frustrating, but for the most part I love them. There are some of the patients that I wish I could spend a couple hours just talking to and getting to know better. Today, I met the sweetest man who used to be a medic in the army, I wished I had more time to talk to him. Something about him really touched me. I'm pretty sure he said he had been in WWII or one of the wars anyway. His face was deformed and he looked like he was lucky to have sight in his left eye. He had a sweet and gentle spirit about him that really endeared him to me. I wish I could have talked to him longer and heard the stories that I am sure he has to tell.
Another man that I met today told me he had survived a heart attack, and was coming to get a check up. He sort of slipped that he had quit smoking into the conversation as I was getting him checked in. I had an impression that I needed to praise him for his accomplishment. I said "That is really great, I admire you, that is an awesome accomplishment, and it couldn't have been easy." I was surprised at how I felt as I said that to him. I wasn't just saying it, I really felt it. Even though I had just met him I did admire him, a lot, and I was truly proud of him. I looked at him and his face was unforgettable, he looked so happy and proud of himself, like he was free. Like he had won the victory. As he smiled he said "It's been seven months, and I feel so good now." I think he was my hero of the day.
There are so many interesting people in this world, and the Lord loves each and every one of them. He knows the trials and troubles that they are facing, He knows the heartache they feel, He knows the loneliness they feel, and He knows the desires of their hearts. He understands the pain that they are feeling and He is always there with open arms ready to pour out blessings to those who turn to Him. He loves us because He paid for us with His life. He loves us because we are His.
(Greg Olsen painting)
1 comment:
Any office would be lucky to have you! You just have a special way of bringing out the best in people! Your sensitivity and smile would brighten anyone's day! I'm so proud of you! That is a big hurdle to jump over and you TOTALLY DID IT! Keep up the good work!
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