There’s Another in the Fire

Well, this blog is going to be more about me personally. So if you’d rather read about Dhon, definitely understandable. But for the slim amount of people who want an insight into my life here it is. The past 7 months have been quite a journey for those following along. So many new experiences that I have had and so many people to communicate with. So many emotions, breakdowns, and miracles. I know God has a plan and I know that God has been with me through this fire and storm. It has been beyond amazing to see how He has been working. The lives that Dhon and I have been able to impact and influence are endless and we are just beginning.

I am not going to lie most days are tough, I get sad and angry at least every other day for a period of time. I do my best to cope and give my emotions to God but it is a lot easier said than done. I know many of you know me for a strong faith but I falter and waiver at times. I seek things of the world at times, and I question God at times. All normal things you see many people of the Bible go through as well. I suppose you can call it a blessing. God has shaped me to be so much stronger through this process and it has been awesome to see a new fire inside of me. I have seen God’s deep care through working through me and Dhon, I have seen a greater appreciation of life and urgency of the Gospel.

I’d be lying if I weren’t saying my family is struggling in lots of ways too. It has caused some tensions in certain areas and it has also brought us closer than ever before. Please be praying for my family.

Personal life… My week looks like waking up (I rotate friends’ houses throughout the week), getting Dhon what he needs for the morning, attending his appointments, working on phone calls, emails meetings for Dhon’s overall care which some people don’t see (working with insurance, police reports, the courts and guardianship, managing appointments, coordinating care with his group home staff, fundraising etc.) and then being here with Dhon to keep him company. In between all of that, I do my best to take care of myself as well. I try to play pickleball, go to the gym, read, hang out with friends, spend time with my girlfriend, and coach, and attend therapy. So before you ask me what I am doing for myself, I feel like I am doing many of the things I can be to take care of myself. That doesn’t mean you still can’t be sad, mad, depressed, or anxious. Self-care doesn’t mean it takes all that away. That is a major thing I learned in this journey.

Thank you all for your prayers each week, I am grateful for the families that are in contact consistently helping out with finances, companionship, and prayers. You know who you are. Love you all! Until next time, peace!