When the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak! That could be a summary of my week. Yesterday I spent five hours at the doctors and was upset that it used up all my energy for the day. I wanted to save some to chat with a friend, or write a poem, work in the garden or do some art work. So today I decided to have quiet day and see if I could build a little reserve energy. Next week I have three Doctor appointments, a bone density test, ecocardeogram, brain scan and Pet scan. YUCK!
So anyway I took a nap today and said "Holy Spirit I am here if you want to speak." I had a sweet half sleeping half waking dream about designing a stain class butterfly that was also a wind chime. I do believe the Holy Spirit just wanted the artist part of me to rest with him and enjoy the color. The butterfly was a beautiful orange and yellow and it not only had little chimes hanging from it but also colorful gems floating on the end of silken colored cords. He is so good to know just what I need!

Yesterday I spent the day at the hospital trying to collect records, fax records and do research. For what ever reason my energy level was very low yesterday. I felt I was walking through cement all day. I thought you would to read what Patty Wooten a Registered Nurse wrote in Jest For the Health of it.

Things you can learn from a dog:

*Never pass up the opportunity for a joy ride.
*Allow the experience of fresh air and wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
*When the loved ones come home, run to greet them.
*When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
*Take naps and stretch before rising.
*Romp and play daily.
*Eat with gusto
*Be loyal.
*Never pretend to be something you are not.
*If you want what lies buried, dig until you get it.
*When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
*Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
*Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
*On hot days, drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree.
*When you're happy, dance around and wag your whole body.
*Bond with your pack.
Delight in the simple joys of a long walk.