Considering Christmas is almost upon us - and the economy hasn't made the big comeback we all had hoped for... I decided to dedicate the next twelve days to writing about "gifts" we all can give to each other - gifts that won't cost us a thing! So, here goes:
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me... PATIENCE.
Today I had a procedure scheduled on my back - some nerve blocks to help reduce my pain levels. They asked me to be there at 10:15am. I also had to have someone accompany me, because I wouldn't be able to drive home after I was sedated. My husband agreed to be my chauffeur.
Anyway, at 11:20 we were still sitting in the waiting room. Now, I had been fasting since midnight last night, and I was starting to get a little thirsty... and a little irritated. So, I went to the reception area and calmly asked them about how much longer it would be - only to find out that the doctor wasn't even there yet!
Well, I maintained my composure. Although, on the inside I was boiling! It even got worse when the other patients in the waiting room told me that this is standard practice for this office. It was all I could do to sit still and keep my cool. (You can ask my mom... she could tell you about the time a doctor's office actually fired me from being a patient!) So, by the time I got back into the prep room, my blood pressure was 160/100.
My husband on the other hand... calm as a cucumber. He knew how nervous I was about this procedure today. He also knew that a lot of my frustration in that waiting room was because of the anticipation I was feeling, and the pain I was experiencing. He was my rock! To be truthful, he always is.
So, for Christmas this year, my gift to him will be more patience. That is a very hard thing for me, so I know he'll really appreciate it!
Colossians 3:12
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
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