The Doctor's Office

I spent the better part of my morning in Dr. Ed's office. In one sense, it's always a pleasure to go to Dr. Ed's because I get to see pictures of Lildra J on the wall, visit with Randy and Ed, see Cynthia, drink complimentary beverages, etc. Their office is a place of ministry. Prayer is offered, service provided (snacks and beverages of all sorts), flat screen TVs for comfortable waiting, cushy chairs, and a friendly staff. I am blown away by the way in which Christ is shared with each patient who merely steps foot in the door.

But let's face it... how many times am I going to hear, "look at that ear!" Ever since I was infant, my ears have given me trouble. Tubes in, tubes out, tubes in, tubes out, and oh yes... they get to be put in again during Christmas break! Chronic ear infections are the story of my life. I can't recall a time when I've gone to the doctor and haven't had an ear infection. Several times my mother has had the opportunity to look inside my ear (today being no exception) because it is such a mess (literally my doctors have always been stunned when they see my poor ear). I have to chuckle about it because no matter what my symptoms may be, it's ALWAYS an ear infection! Ah and today is no different... Once again, I will go on a new round of antibiotics. Now, I know that many are opposed to antibiotics, but let's face it. I don't get better without them and I've been using them since I was born.

I also got to be poked by needles twice today... always a pleasure. Now if you are noting the sarcasm in my tone, know that it is merely because today has been a life day. I blame no one and am always grateful for the people who look after me and remind me that I have bad ears. People get sick. It's life! This has been a season of sickness for me... I can always count on August and September being my sick months. I think it's because I rest in between those two months. When I rest, my body catches up with me, gets really upset, gets over it, and then I'm at it again. And yes, in 4 days I will be at it again because Monday is the big move in day!