"All My Bags are Packed... I'm on My Way"

"All my bags are packed. I'm on my way..."  ALMOST!

Jim and I are sitting at McDonald's (because Internet hasn't worked at home for the past two days).  My blood sugar, which was over 300 at noon has dropped to 70.  I am trying to coax it higher with apple juice (allowed) so that I can get through the night.  Well, at least until 5:30 a.m. when I check in to the hospital.  If you want to know what I think of diabetes, read my last post.  

My bags are packed.  The dog was sent with our son for a vacation at the homestead.  The cat will be fine with extra food and water put out, and in all honesty, deserves a little "on his own" time.

I will go home from here, drink my chicken broth and have some sugar-free jello.  I have an anti-bacterial soap that I have been instructed to use tonight and again in the morning.  Not that I will really get much of a "morning".  I plan to sleep in the recliner so that I don't have to use the c-pap-- it's already packed.

I have the folders ready with all the papers: a copy of my living will and the papers giving Jim my medical power of attorney if I can't speak for myself.  My fitbit will have a rest as they want no jewelry or valuables at the hospital.  Jim will wear my wedding band.

The church elders asked to have a prayer with me at the close of worship; most of the church came forward if they were physically able.  A very powerful and humbling experience!  "I'm so glad I'm a part of the family of God..."

The scripture text this morning was PERFECT for this Sunday as it was all about how God is love; Those who love God abide in God, and God abides in them.  I am really and truly only slightly nervous about tomorrow.  After all, I know Who I abide in and Who abides in me.  Whatever comes, I will be fine for I rest in my Creator's love.

Let the adventure begin!  (Prayers are appreciated!)