I read a Facebook memory written when my daughter suggested, “You shouldn’t post what you do.”
A cherished friend added, “Facebook is a place to put family milestones or vacations.”
We don’t have family gatherings, not like other families.
The message I hear, “Stay away, your not normal.”
“You are 50 years old and still don’t know how to play with others. When are you going to learn?”
The tremendous pain of being left out and told to stay away has been in my life with a few exceptions. Facebook is my connection to the outside world. No friends in the state, no one to call and talk to especially after Mom died. TV and Radio are my constant companions.
My husband bought me an iPad to be able to connect on Facebook. God uses Facebook to connect me to people who rejoiced with me as God heals my body and I start running.
Years later, my life focuses on running with Jesus. I celebrate every milestones and encourage others to do more. Every mile I run takes me further away from the cane and wheelchair that were calling.
Running has been a desire since high school, but scoliosis took the ability until God brought healing to my body.
Surprisingly, running builds confidence, regardless of my ability.
Today I am 61 and happier than anytime in my life save meeting my husband and daughter and people notice the work of God in me. A neighbor I see once a year says, “It is like you are in a cocoon and come out different every year!”
I am Thankful my friend list is growing and I have a friend who welcomes a phone call.
A few weeks ago I watched myself having a normal conversation: asking questions, listening, and adding things that connect to the conversation.
This was something I tried to do over and over without success. But God changes a person who asks for help; listen to His Voice, and act.
This thing God continues to do in me is available to everyone. Ask God for help!
GOD IS SO VERY GOOD!
