I think it is true that a serious medical condition also has its effect on a person's emotional well-being. Mike might be saying things differently now than when well

But that doesn't make it any easier. I pray for peace to reside with you in your home...

:(

Clio..

Oh Clio, I continue to pray for Mike and you.

I can't reiterate what has already been said by Gail, Pam and Naomi. Just realize we are praying for this entire situation.

Also I think from what you said about Mike wanting you to sell this and that and move him into an apartment, he maybe realizing how hard this week has been on you and doesn't want to be a burden (and this situation with your son is prolly weighing on him as well). As Gail mentioned, medical issues can take a major toll on a person's mental health and well-being. He is so blessed to have you there!

I am praying for you and Mike, Clio! May God continue to pour his love and grace into your heart. Your road doesn't sound easy.

No... It doesn't make it any easier. And I know that he will feel differently as he adjusts to this additional blow.

So.. being the sneaky, loving wife that I am, I'm renting a storage unit. And all his tools, after being cleaned and packed away, are going there. Along with anything else I really want to keep. But I *AM* downsizing... dramatically.

I have enough pots, pans, bake ware, mixers, measuring cups, dishes etc. to furnish three complete kitchens and have done so. Mine, AND my two daughters, and sent 5 boxes to Value Village, the local second hand store.

Heh. And I plan on having a serious downsizing done by March 1st so I can realistically look for a smaller place.

He came out of it enough last night to talk to me, eat a little, and he's at least continuing to take his meds.... that's a huge improvement and something I was a little afraid wouldn't happen.

Abba is all the time good... and HE is working on Mike's heart.

Thanks Pam. Hugs help.

Still praying for you too, sweetie.

Thank you Naomi. Prayers are the best help their is. Wherever two or more... and there are many more here, gathered in His name.

Clio

He might be. He's also feeling like it's he and I against the world. I also think he's reaching a depth where he will cry out to Abba... because sometimes it takes a two by four to get him on his knees where the Holy Spirit can work.

I am reminded over and over in the last few days that I need to leave this in Abba's hands, for He knows what it best. I may not like the *how* of His working, but He knows best.

I gave my husband over to Him years ago, to ensure that "whatever it takes" we would be together for eternity... therefore I am at peace that though this hurts and is a trial nearly beyond endurance that His strength is made perfect in *my* weakness, and He knows the end from the beginning.

It is perhaps a sign of my weakness that I allow the pain to overwhelm me at times and I cry out for support that is more tangible than the sometimes intangible support from Heaven that must be taken on faith alone....

Clio

Thank you Taylor. Thank you very much. No... it's not an easy road.... but neither was what Jesus did for me. So, "why not me?"

I am thankful He trusts my faith enough to try me so hardly. It is through experiences such as these that our faith grows, for we remember that he saw us through before, and surely He will see us through again, for He changes not, and is faithful and True in all things.

Clio