Many who have gone to trainers for weight loss and/or body conditioning for preparation to participate in sport activities have had to go through a lot of physical pain. The conditioning reacquired to get the body prepared for the feats of playing football, baseball, basketball, tennis, track, swimming, and all other activities has caused much pain to the muscles of those trying to compete.
These "athletes" know that hard work is needed to get their body in shape and/or to keep it in shape to participate in the rigorous activity of the sport in which they are involved! The sports world or the physical gurus who want their body to be in immaculate shape know the pain associated with their conditioning! They know the cliche "no pain - no gain" has a real meaning. Without the pain of getting their body in shape, they will not be able to obtain their goal of perfection!
Perfection! Just what does that mean? Is it the athlete with the "perfect" body and conditioning who ends up winning first place in all feats they attempts?? Possibly that is the goal for most, but possibly not for all.
Lately, when I think of the phrase "no pain - no gain" I think of Dink and all the people who have had a stroke or head injury that causes them to relearn all they knew the day before. I was witness to one of Dink's sessions this weekend. The therapist was working with Dink's right arm! The pain he was experiencing was evident from his responses to the therapist. But quitting was not an option for him! He is determined to do what it takes to regain his speech and all of his mobility. Miracles do happen and the power of prayer does help.
Dink and his precious boys - Billy and Bobby!
It has been a month since Dink had the stroke and heart attack. He is progressing, but there is a lot of work still ahead of him. The agony I saw in his face told me it hurt! When asked if he wanted to stop he replied "NO." For thirty minutes he endured the pain as the therapist exercised his arm. He was actually able to move the right arm a little on his own! My prayer for my brother is not to become the trained athlete, but to become the person that allows him to communicate and have mobility on his own and not assisted by anyone. He has a sense of humor and a very sensitive side which seems to be more apparent now. Dink has always been able to hide his emotions, but now we may see more of his sensitivity that was always there shielded by him.
Another person comes to mind when I think of the word pain! Jeni!!! She will soon be going into labor to give birth to our precious baby girl! I can not say I know what she will be going through as I was never blessed with giving birth. We are continuously praying that she and the baby will be fine. I know she knows there will be pain and that the end result will be worth it! Within the next few weeks I hope to be able to post some "baby" pictures of our grand-daughter. I pray that the pain will fade away once she is able to hold her precious baby girl. Her due date is March 30, but God is the only one who knows the exact time of her birth. I'm sure Jeni is ready now! :) We are praying for a healthy baby, mommy, and calm daddy!!!! :):) We love you Jeni and David!
Jeni at her shower in February - the beautiful mommie to be!
We pray that all have a calm and safe week as you go to work, school, and support those who need you physically and mentally. All the care givers out there are in need of prayer as much as the ones they are helping. The patience recquired can take a toll on us all. But we must always remember - we are never alone - God is right beside us! Love and prayers to you all!
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