My heart is filled with gratitude this weekend for all of my many blessings. I feel so blessed in so many ways.Yesterday, October 11th, marked our 11th Wedding Anniversary. It's amazing to think that we were married 11 years ago in the Oakland, CA temple. I'm more in love with Scott than ever after all those years. =)
Here we are before we went out on our anniversary date. We went to the Sacramento temple and then out to dinner...of course our cruise was the true anniversary gift! =)
My other anniversary is the anniversary of my surgery. One year ago today I underwent surgery as a result of my breast cancer diagnosis. What a whirlwind the past year has been since that memorable day! After it all, I can say that I've grown so much and learned a lot and *I hope* I've come out a better and stronger person!!
A scripture in Proverbs 3:5-6 really impressed me after all I've been through. It reads, "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths."
Although I don't understand this path that I've had to endure, I do know that there is a greater plan that I don't understand. I know the Lord is on my side and through him I can endure all things. How blessed I feel to have this knowledge to help me through rough times.
Today has been an emotional one for me as I've recalled the events of the past year. So much has changed.....so much is different....and yet I've been filled with peace and comfort knowing that God loves me and that he has a plan for me. My hair may be a bit crazy and I may have way too many doctor appointments each month, but at the end of the day...I'm alive...and I'm so grateful for that blessing.
Love, Heidi
6 comments:
Congratulations on both your anniveraries.
Paulo and Nila
What an amazing couple you two are! Dad and I are grateful for the courage, faith, and trust you both have demonstrated during the past year. We love you! Mom
The wife of one of the Dr's I work for was diagnosed with breast cancer 2 weeks ago. She goes in for her surgery tomorrow. Your blog has brought much comfort and hope to me. Thank you!
Heidi, You are amazing. I'm so glad you're on this end looking back. Thanks for your strength and example.
Kristina
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