Feeling Blue

Dear Bloggy Friends:

Today I'm feeling blue.  My heart feels worn out.  It has been one awful week.

The terrorist attack on Boston has affected us all.  

I want to comfort the people of Boston:

I want to give them a hug,

make them tea, 

give them a treat,

give them flowers,

and say encouraging words, like our President did.  He quoted from one of my favorite passages from the Book of Hebrews:


The Race of Faith

Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

~Hebrews 12:1-2

{You may read a transcript of President Obama's remarks from the Memorial Service here.}

I have faith that God will help the City of Boston heal.  I also have faith in the fine people of Boston.  Boston is one of our greatest cities!

Just look at what law enforcement and Bostonians have accomplished in less than a week!  You've apprehended one of the perpetrators, and killed the other.

You have been strong, Boston.

Plus, you're already helping the victims of the bombings through several organizations, including The One Fund.

You deserve recognition for your efforts...what a wonderful community!

However much I wish I could comfort you, Boston, I want you to know that you have comforted and encouraged me this week.  I've been watching the coverage on TV and listening to it on the radio, and I've been awed and humbled by your bravery, determination, and resolve.

While I've been trying to nurse Mr. Art @ Home back to health, you have strengthened us.  

Thank-you, Boston.

Mr. Art @ Home has been terribly ill since Tuesday with a high fever, headaches, and GI issues. We've had several sleepless nights.  I finally persuaded him to go to the doctor yesterday and his doctor has no idea what's wrong.  However, it must have been bacterial as the shots yesterday and the Bactrim seem to be working.  He tested negative for the flu.  I won't be posting again until next Tuesday, but I hope that our entire household can rest the next few days. Hopefully I can visit a few of your lovely blogs!

Until next time...

Blessings!

Ricki Jill