Unfortunately, the last couple days have been a bit rough. I have been feeling weird lately and had to leave the village today to go back to Orange Walk for the night because I got really sick. :( It wasn't my stomach; I had a fever and was feeling delirious and I couldn't sit up or stand up. This has been happening in small episodes this last week and we aren't sure if it is the heat, dehydration, or possibly an infection from one of my 90+ bug bites...ugh! Thankfully, there is a nurse on this weeks team and she helped me out a lot today. So now I am back at the air conditioned hotel to rest for the night and sleep in tomorrow and then depending on how I feel I might be seeing a doctor to check for infection.
Anyways, I just want to ask that you all please keep me in your prayers. I really want to give my all while I am down here and I hate being out sick. And for some reason, the first two days of this trip have been so much harder than the last one. I feel like my attitude hasn't been right and I'm not sure why... :/ but it's really bothering me. I have been feeling slightly negative about everything, I honestly think it's just because of the fevers but still. I mean these groups sacrifice a lot to come down here for the week and to serve and the least I can do is be an encouragement to them. I don't feel like I am doing that right now. I knew there might be a moment during this trip where I just feel exhausted and where the end seems so far away and I think this is that moment. I've been here for 16 days... but still have 55 left to go. It's just daunting right now.
Well I know I will definitely be okay and I know I will cheer up with some rest and relaxation. I just want to snap out of this silly little funk! I found this quote one time that reminds me of what I need to do right now:
"At the end of the day, you either focus on what's tearing you apart, or what's holding you together."
Please pray for me to focus on all the amazing things in my life that hold me together. Thank you. :)
Love,
Shannon
I'm definitely praying for you. I'm really sorry that you dont feel good...I told you not to get sick.
ReplyDeleteOh Shannon.....praying for you. I'm sure your attitude has a lot to do with you getting sick. After you get better, remember to just keep drinking water all the time. I'm positive this is just a small hitch in your mission. Possibly God telling you to slow down and take care of yourself too. You always need to take care of yourself first or you won't be of any use to anyone else. Prayers coming your way pretty girl. Prayers, hugs and love.
ReplyDeletePraying for you Shannon!
ReplyDeleteHey Shannon, praying for you! Remember to give yourself the same grace you would extend to someone else who was in your situation. Know that you are a blessed and you are a blessing to others!
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