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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Fatigue and Strength

I consider this one of my favorite (partial) verses.  I try to remember it when I am so tired.....

The Joy of the Lord is my strength then....

 I Rest a lot and try ignoring the fatigue sometimes.

After that, I reflect on how it was 100 years ago, no meds, no running water, no a/c, etc....They had pain too.....

By far, I am not the only fatigued person now.

  Everyone deals with their own life differently.....I am sharing a few thoughts that helps me.

I love this pic I took yesterday as I link it with Word Filled Wednesday:

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30 comments:

  1. Ginny HartzlerJuly 13, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Well, I will appreciate anything that helps you, I am needing the wheelchair more and more, and just went for an MRI this morning. I think If I could or would do more, it would build my endurance, but then there is the pain and sweats...how are you doing?? The flower picture is beautiful!

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  2. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmJuly 13, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Oh, I hope you feel better soon!

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  3. MadSnapper n BeauJuly 13, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    beautiful flower and wonderful and true words. hope you are filled joy that will overcome your tiredness, even if just for a few moments.

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  4. Karen MortensenJuly 13, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Love your thoughts. Very nice and something we all need to remember.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    A beautiful verse and your cannas are so brilliant!

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  6. Skoots1moMJuly 13, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    taking on the 'joy of the Lord'!!!

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  7. Dawning InspirationJuly 13, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Great thoughts...
    Hope and pray you feel much better soon!

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  8. From the HeartJuly 13, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Praise God for His strength to us.

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  9. Kerri July 13, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful picture. I think of that too...100 years ago...what would I have done? Probably not even have been here!

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  10. DUTAJuly 13, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    The combination of beauty of flowers and beauty of verses - can indeed give one strength and help one overcome tiredness.

    Nothing seems impossible when you believe in the power of words and that of nature.

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  11. sprinklesJuly 13, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    That's a really great picture - so pretty!

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  12. Chatty CroneJuly 13, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I can't even imagine - prayers and hugs to you! sandie

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  13. My Mad WorldJuly 13, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Beautiful verse and picture!

    Such power in those words, He is our strength!

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  14. Brenda SusanJuly 13, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    I am thinking that God would not have said He would be our strength unless He knew we would need it. So sorry for your pain and so thankful that your spirit is not giving up!

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  15. UnknownJuly 13, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Your faith and your journey is inspiring! Love your blog! It is filled with positivity and vibrance! Hello from Voiceboks and Welcome!
    Miriam
    http://productjunkiemama.blogspot.com

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  16. Becky JaneJuly 13, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    One thing I'm grateful for is sidewalks and awesome wheelchairs. 100's of years ago, people who couldn't walk were confined to their beds...that would drive me crazy(ier)...lol

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  17. KathrynJuly 13, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Indeed indeed! The Joy of the Lord is my strength. It is 102 degrees today and I am weary, yet... the Joy of the Lord is my strength!

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  18. ShandaJuly 13, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    So true. Our bodies can be healthy and strong but if we have no joy and are filled with mental turmoil, it zaps our ability and desire to do or be anything.

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  19. Beth in NCJuly 13, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    That is beautiful! I love that scripture!

    Have a wonderful WFW!

    Love,
    Beth

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  20. Betsy Banks AdamsJuly 13, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Beautiful flowers and verse, Kim. We all need strength at times when fatigue sets in.... God Bless You ---and just ask the Lord to keep giving your strength.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  21. Stefanie BrownJuly 13, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Amen!
    Happy WFW...

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  22. Alida SharpJuly 13, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Beautiful photo!

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  23. Rachel July 13, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    We are so fortunate to have been born in this day and age! Modern miracles have helped so many of us make our lives easier to live. While our bodies might be weak we have a strong spirit and a fighters will, just as many did 100 years ago!

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  24. DawnJuly 13, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Wonderful thoughts and so perfect of a verse Kim!!!
    Hugs to you today. So glad God gives us heavenly beauty to take our mind of earthly matters!!!

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  25. WandaJuly 13, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Beautiful photo Kim and that's one of my favorite passages as well.

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  26. S. EtoleJuly 14, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    what a celebratory photo ...

    I read this verse the other day:

    I'll refresh tired bodies; I'll restore tired souls. ~Jeremiah 31:25

    that's my prayer for you!

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  27. Janis Van KeurenJuly 14, 2011 at 3:24 AM

    Beautiful flower and photo! Your positive, faith-filled attitude is an inspiration. We had a neighbor in California who suffers from MS. She is coping and doing great with her attitude as well. You both are such strong people!
    God bless you.
    Janis

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  28. DebbieJuly 14, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Not to compare fibro to MS in ANY way, but I relate to what you've written on a daily basis.

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  29. Kaye Swain - SandwichINK for the Sandwich GenerationJuly 14, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    One of my favorite of all the encouraging Bible verses and what a great attitude and example you are sharing. Thank you for a lovely visit. :)

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  30. Alicia The SnowflakeJuly 14, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Beautiful my friend! And you are beautiful! I always love visiting you. Your positive attitude is infectious. Thank you!!!

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