Lincoln and Steve in the Park Bench Drama at Kensington Community Church where the guy (Linc) has an encounter with God Himself. When the business man is frustrated with his life, God tells him to give everything up (including his family) and trust and follow Him. Linc did an amazing job![/caption]My poor husband has the flu. Yesterday was a rare day because he had to call in sick to work. I can count on one hand the days that's happened since I've known him. Over the weekend he didn't feel well and I have to admit that I wasn't quite as compassionate as I (in hindsight) should have been. Like a lot of guys, I know the second he has the slightest sniffle. He loves to act (see above photo or watch it here) and a lot of times I have a hard time knowing when he is acting and when he isn't. Have you ever heard the story "The Boy Who Cried Wolf?" Anyway, yesterday morning I could tell it was the real deal.
I had to leave him to go to work and when I got home he was still pretty miserable. A friend of his suggested he have a "Hot Toddy." When I heard him say that I immediately thought of my Aunt DeNaze (my dad's aunt). She was known for her home remedies for just about anything. I quickly called her daughter (Cuz DeNaze, almost 91) to get her mom's recipe. I talk with her every few months since she lives in Florida. I think I've written about her on a previous post, but she's still "cool" at her age! I was happy she answered the phone. I have to tell you that I get a little worried every time she doesn't pick up right away, since she lives alone. I know there is a plan in place between her friends, who call each other every morning to make sure they make it through the night (Isn't that so cute?), but I'm always a little nervous.
Sorry to digress. The reason I told you about Cuz De is that so often I have the need to call my parents for help. I need my dad for questions around the house. My dad could do anything! I've needed my mom's real estate mind lately and it's frustrating that I can't just pick up the phone to call her.
I thought I better hurry up and call my almost 91 year-old cousin before it's too late. There was something about hearing her tell me how to take care of my sick husband that Google cannot quite match. Although I could have quickly clicked on my computer to get the answers, it was so much better listening to her squeaky voice and familiar laugh while she shared her mother's secrets.
Aunt DeNaze's Hot Toddy
Boil about a half of a cup of water. Add a shot of whisky and a couple of teaspoons of honey and maybe some lemon. If you want you can add your whiskey to a cup of tea. Have your patient sip on it. Put a warm shirt on their chest. It's very important to keep them warm, but not too hot.
Moral of the story? Cherish your loved ones and hold on to each and every conversation. Take the time to listen to them share their secrets... and their wisdom. Ask them questions. Don't be in a hurry. Life is short. Be intentional. Love each other. Take care of each other. Be compassionate. Have eye contact. Call your loved ones. Get off your computer.
My patient needs me so I better run... and hurry up and get ready for Christmas before I catch the bug, too! ;)
Angie xoxo
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