The last couple of days I’ve spoken about patience, and the fact that we all need patience particularly during the tough times of life (see Be Patient and In Need of Patience).
As many of you will know, my Dad has vascular dementia and over the last year and a half his condition has greatly deteriorated, so much so that it is becoming increasingly difficult for my Mum to care for Dad at home 24/7.
Mum regularly tells me she prays for patience with Dad, as I know she finds it very warring constantly being asked the same questions over and over again, and having to explain the same things countless time to Dad, without him understanding or comprehending what’s he’s being told.
I find it difficult finding the patience even during the times I’m with Mum and Dad, and that is certainly not 24/7. I feel guilty and annoyed at myself for being impatient when I’m with them, and thus I like Mum, find myself praying for patience frequently.
I know how warring it can be living with someone who is ill, both because of Dad, and because of the health problems both my husband and me have had over the last few years. I know I can often be difficult to live with as I can be impatient with others for no reason other than because I’m really not feeling well. But I’m not alone in this, I think many of us when we face health problems (particularly when they go on for some time without any clear diagnosis), can become irritable and testy when we don’t feel well.
For these times my friends, I apologise, but please don’t write me off, just embrace me and offer your support, as that, along with your support in prayer, is what I’m most in need of.
The Distinct Dot 