Hello, dear friends, near and far!

Well, here we are, in a new month with new beginnings. It is the beginning of the Holiday Season, filled with joy and hope. It is the anticipation of a clean slate and a fresh start. Thanksgiving is three short weeks away, and I have been reflecting on all I have to be grateful for in spite of my intense challenges earlier this year, when I felt there wasn’t any hope. Of course, this didn’t help the CFS at all. I was very sick for a very long time. Once again, the pain, exhaustion, and anguish was so horrific, I found myself wondering what the point of me being here was. I was desperate for answers. I just couldn’t take it anymore. Just when things couldn’t get any worse, something wonderful happened.

This past year, I have made many new and wonderful friends through a contact of mine who is active in the community. Believe it or not, I met them through a local radio show called The First Shift Show on WRMN 1410. These new friends have offered me so much love and support and have given me guidance when I have needed it. They have encouraged me to reach out to them if I needed anything, even if it was just a conversation. I was so sure God had deserted me, since everything which COULD go wrong, DID go wrong. It was extremely stressful, and I saw no end in sight. However, once again, He didn’t let anything bad happen. He brought these wonderful people into my life when I least expected it, and in a most unique way.

I began to relax, and I was able to clear my head. Shortly after, the CFS calmed down as well.

I should have known; when will I learn God NEVER gives up on us? He gives us EXACTLY what we need, EXACTLY when we need it. He gives us people we need. I never expected to find friends this way, but it happened.

Hmmm….apparently, there’s something to listing to local radio shows. I strongly encourage it. It turned out very well for me, and it could for you, too. God does work in mysterious ways, so the best thing you can do is pay attention to where He is leading you.

So, until the end of the year and beyond, I am just going to relax and bask in the knowledge I am loved, and not in shortage of people who care.

So, my friends, never give up! Something wonderful just might be right around the corner for you. Just listen; turn off the electronics and listen for His soft, easy voice. That’s the best thing you can do besides letting people He brings into your life care for you. There’s no shame in accepting help. Remember, you have to take care of yourself, and those who love you want you to do that, too. That’s why they are in our lives. Let them be a part of it.

Have a wonderful week!

Beckie.

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