Treasures

Treasures

Wayne had the opportunity to go outside a second time.  So, the hospital staff again organized and gathered people together to make this happen.  This time portable heaters were added.  And again, the sun came out from behind the clouds during our visit to the Healing Garden.  

While we stood in and breathed in the crisp air, my son walked around with the child life specialist, reading all of the signs for the plants that Spring promises.  Hidden seeds and bulbs of treasures yet to bloom.  During this exploration he found a golden dollar coin.  Then, when we returned to the room, the respiratory therapist (who wears green scrubs) "magically" doubles the coin for him.  My son ponders if this man could indeed be a leprechaun.  He is excited about this treasure, and makes plans for these two coins on where and how to treasure them.

This experience at the hospital is something to treasure too.  I treasure the time our family spends together here. Every moment is precious.  The nurses have brought me things - coffee, home cooked food, access to the staff locker room so I can shower, hugs, compassion.  And, I treasure these people.  They have become my friends, and will always be a part of my heart.  

It is my hope that our time here has also planted seeds in the hearts of many; bringing forth more treasures to come.

Reflection Verses:

I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. (Colossians 2:2, 3 NLT)

Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. (Matthew 6:21 NLT)