I Believe In Miracles

Just a quick post this morning. If anyone out there is reading my blog that also suffers from Post-Polio Syndrome (PPS), you may be interested in how I am doing. I will get back to my talk about getting rid of debt, home mortgages and making money on the internet later.

Last week was actually pretty rough for me. My ability to stand and walk is receding daily now, it seems. Sometimes, I actually am afraid of what the future holds, but I am so glad that I have a great family that stands with me in all of my difficulties. My wife, especially, is really amazing. You should check out her blog also, at: http://drmadden.blogspot.com . My kids are a blessing to me as well. Aaron is 20 and getting all independant. He works full-time and stays on the go, but helps me as he is able. Hannah, 11, is in school, but when she is home, she often is my "go-fer" getting this and that for her "super dad" while I sit in here and work at this old computer.

Most of all, I have a strong faith in God and His purpose for my life. I have received many promises from Him concerning my condition and am convinced He has a miracle in store for me. Regardless, He has been so kind to me and blessed my life in so many ways already, I owe Him all. Keep checking this blog because one day you will look on here and see a powerful testimony to the miracle that God has done for me!

Here is a poem that Don Grant sent to me today:

START OVER!

When you've trusted God and walked his way
When you've felt his hand lead you day by day
But your steps now take you another way...
START OVER!


When you've made your plans and they've gone awry
When you've tried your best and there's no more try
When you've failed yourself and you don't know why...
START OVER!


When you've told your friends what you plan to do
When you've trusted them and they didn't come through
And you're all alone and it's up to you...
START OVER!


When you've failed your kids and they're grown and gone
When you've done your best but it's turned out wrong
And now your grandchildren come along...
START OVER!


When you've prayed to God so you'll know his will
When you've prayed and prayed and you don't know still
When you want to stop cause you've had your fill...
START OVER!


When you think you're finished and want to quit
When you've bottomed out in life's deepest pit
When you've tried and tried to get out of it...
START OVER!


When the year has been to long and successes few
When December comes and you're feeling blue
God gives a January just for you...
START OVER!


Starting over means "Victories Won"
Starting over means "A Race Well Run"
Starting over means "God's Will Done"
Don't just sit there...

START OVER!

Ruth Carter-Bourdon