As some of you will be aware, I have an aunt who’s been in hospital for eight weeks, during which time I’ve been visiting her every day or every second day with my Mum. Today my aunt was being discharged from hospital into respite care for a few weeks.
My aunt, my Mum and all that side of my family were brought up in the Salvation Army. As such, my Mum and aunt have always shown me that they are more than willing to help others whenever they could. Even now despite having Alzheimer’s and being in hospital, my aunt has apparently still been trying to do all she can to help others. The lady in the bed beside my aunt told us last night that my aunt is always trying to help everyone else, and asking if she can do anything to help them.
So even now, when she’s suffering from Alzheimer’s, my aunt’s instincts are still to help others even though she’s often confused and unsure of things herself!
To me that speaks volumes about my aunt and her deep founded beliefs – God is still at the centre of her life despite all she’s going through these day.
I pray that no matter where I find myself and whatever I may be doing, it is still apparent to others that God is at the centre of my life too. I pray the sane can be said of you too.
The Distinct Dot 