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6 days of misery and Art has finally had a fever-free night. What a blessing. He is still pretty sick but looking much better. I am totally shaken today after reading my friend Kari's blog about her husband's friend in the marines who died of meningitis after being misdiagnosed with an ear infection. That is exactly what Art was diagnosed with before he found out he had a nasty virus. I had researched the symptoms of meningitis since I knew it was going around and I asked him on a daily basis if he had any of the symptoms. It is absolutely frightening. If a baby gets it they will be brain dead in 6 hours and dead dead in 24 hours.

When I heard about this poor friend of a friend who left behind a wife and family, I couldn't help but think that could have happened to me. You just never know what tomorrow has in store and you never know when you might be called home. As hard as life is for me right now, I can't forget that I am blessed because I still have loved ones here today to share my life with. I am blessed with the knowledge that if I am faithful, God will provide for me.

Maybe I have to work too many hours, but at least I'm employed.

Maybe my house is too small for my needs, but I'm not in need of shelter.

Maybe my husband is deathly ill, but he is not dead.

Maybe Keira has an imperfection, but she is perfect and will be healed.

Maybe I feel alone, but God will never leave me alone.

Maybe I feel weak, but I am strong as stone.

When upon life's billows you are tempest tossed, when you are discouraged thinking all is lost, count your many blessings name them one by one and it will surprise you what the Lord has done.

Are you ever burdened with a load of care? Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear? Count your many blessings every doubt will fly and you will be singing as the days go by.

When you look at others with their lands and gold, think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold. Count your many blessings money cannot buy; your reward in heaven nor your home on high.

So, amid the conflict whether great or small, do not be discouraged God is over all. Count your many blessings angels will attend. Help and comfort give you to your journey's end.