Lately, Steve’s diet has taken a turn for the worse. Various kinds of food are falling off the list fast and for many different reasons. Take shrimp for instance. He loves shrimp, so I bought a bag of frozen delights and added it to his salad. He ate a quick dozen and then complained of a sore throat, so like any old couple,we went to bed.
Now I’m a great sleeper, but that night I kept waking up to a gurgling, non-normal breathing sound. And like a real trooper, I went back to sleep. After all, he was still breathing, right. By the next morning his face and throat had swelled to the size of a watermelon, and in a heavy mumbling voice, he said, “I almost had you take me to the emergency room last night, but I didn’t want any more medical bills.”
I couldn’t help myself, I started singing, “Jeremiah was a bull frog, was a good friend of mine.” My sympathy and compassion knows no bounds. Every once in a while Steve gets froggy and threatens to eat more shrimp to get even with me. I always say, “I recommend a small portion. I might not wake up the next time.”
This story is to remind you that nobody is perfect. Even a caregiver. Many families live with discontent, often blaming others. However finding fault in people, merely points toward your own sin — being judgmental. We’re all sinners and only Jesus Christ can save you and mold you into that awesome individual you need to be. So go ahead be exuberantly joyful even in the face of judgement.
When one rules justly over men, ruling in the fear of God, he dawns on them like the morning light, like the sun shining forth on a cloudless morning, like rain that makes grass to sprout from the earth. 2 Sam 23: 3 & 4
I’m glad that Steve is alright! I’m allergic to shrimp (as a matter of fact, all crustaceans) to the point of possible anaphalactic shock, even with one bite. My wife and I went out on our anniversary one time, and she ordered a type of shrimp that came with the shell still on. She had never shelled a shrimp, so I showed her how (I had watched my parents). Then, without washing my hands (and not thinking), I touched my neck (having shaved just before going out). My neck swelled just like Steve’s (and my eyes and nose and sinuses). We didn’t go to the ER, but talked with a doctor later and found out just how serious it could be. Said to be careful, because the reactions can get more sereve each time.
We have a doctor/pilot who recommended allergy medicine and a trip to the ER if things got worse. As for now, we try to stay clear of the stuff.
Thanks, Ted, and God Bless You and don’t eat any shrimp!
Lady D . . .I love you! You are so funny! As a caregiver, I can relate. haha! God bless you and Steve. Now I”m off to sing Jeremiah was a bull frog!
I love Jeremiah was a bull frog mixed with I got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart!
Thank you, Debbie, and God Bless You!
Guffaw!!!
Laughing too, Ansuyo.
God Bless You!
I am sure he loved your responses! Funny!
Hello, Cathy. Actually, he’s use to my quirkiness.
God Bless You!
Very interesting happening – glad he’s ok.
Hello, Bill. I’m with you, it’s odd! He’s fine and staying clear of shell fish!
God Bless You!
I must get it from you…. Poor discompassionate caregiving souls are we
I dig it! Love you
Probably because we see it so often.
Love You!
Gave me a great big ol smile … thanks and God Bless. Tom
Thank you, Tom. And God Bless you too!
I’m glad Steve is okay. I enjoy your wit, LOL! God bless!
Hello, Paulette. He survived the ordeal well, although I don’t think he wants to see shrimp on his plate ever again!
Thank You & God Bless You!
I do feel for Steve Dei but I will respond to your other statement, I hope you don’t mind but it will need detail and Scripture.
I agree Dei , we are not to judge others weaknesses and shortcomings critically or judge those who sin by our own agenda but always by God’s Truth, He tells us to judge those who are sinning in the Church and not to do so is not only disobedience but shows we don’t Love enough to warn others when they are in danger.
God is conforming us into the image of Jesus His Son, we must put our evil flesh nature to death by the Spirit so we no longer sin, we do this by choosing to walk in Love by His empowering, the Scriptures are very clear that when we are Born again of God’s seed we no longer sin ( see below and there are many others that confirm this Truth ) let’s not be blind to the reality of who we are in Christ Jesus.
Jesus is The Living Word and we remember what He said to the woman caught in Adultery, go and sin no more, if this was not possible He would not have said it, Jesus doesn’t lie, those who were going to stone her were made aware they had not come to heart repentance, we have when we are been Born again and are perfected in Love and we also have the mind of Christ who does not choose to sin … Love does not sin… God is Love.
1 John 3:9 No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God’s seed remains in him; he cannot go on sinning, because he has been born of God.
1 Peter 1:21-23 Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the Word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.
Romans 6 : 1 – 2 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?
Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
2 Corinthians 7:1 Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
Christian Love from both of us – Anne.
Hello, Annie. Jesus was not critical of the woman at the well — he forgave her. The bible says to correct one another in love — I have people telling complete untruths about me. I want them to stop passing judgement and finding fault at my every turn. As for sin, I’m not perfect. I try to walk a walk that is pleasing to God, but he is still working on molding me into that perfect image. I can see how far I have come, and I can see how much further I need to go!
God Bless You!
Me too Dei, I am as Paul said on His journey, I’m not perfected yet but like him I want to be able to say I am as he did, so I aim for it has he said we should and so I’m putting my flesh to death as I choose to walk in the Fruit of The Spirit by His empowering. When we are Born again of God’s seed and have the mind of Christ this will be shown in our words and actions, we have been set free from the slavery of sin and it’s bondage so we can walk as Jesus walked, without sin…How good is that!
1 John 3:9 No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God’s seed remains in him; he cannot go on sinning, because he has been born of God.
Colossians 3:4-6 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.
Christian Love Annie
Hi Dei, I thought I would just finish what I started in regards with our walk with The Lord, but it does cause me concern and I’m sure it does for you too when people reject Scripture and depend on their own or someone elses understanding, why don’t they go to our only Teacher Jesus Christ and ask Him if they have doubts or fears.
We do not have to fear if we are God’s Children, what He started He will finish and not one of us His redeemed children will perish and we will all willingly bow our knees in Love not because of fleshy fear of Him. Until we are perfected in Love we are covered by the blood of Jesus Christ and then we are washed, we are predestined to be conformed into His image and perfected and our Abba Father is Faithful He will do it … How Good is That!
Christian Love Annie.
Hello, Annie. I’m ready to see Christ in all his glory!
I’ve been so busy I haven’t been able to blog much! I hope you had a lovely vacation — I trust you made it home.
God Bless You!
Hi Dei I also have not got back to full Blogging and Ron just started today, I have missed you, I’m mostly a deep, passionate person but you lighten me up and your beautiful nature and warmth encourage me greatly, I’m blessed that you are my Sister in the Lord and a great Blogging friend.
We came home early, too many reminders of Missy and I had not slept much with looking after her but the rest of our holiday was great, it’s such a beautiful spot. An unexpected highlight for me was Blogging close to the Beach and we had a great time playing board games and guess what I won on the final count! but win or loose it’s just lots of good fun, still I’m very thankful Ron has stopped sulking now
Will be in touch – Love Annie
Hello, Annie.
Thank you for the kind words. They mean a lot to me! I’m sorry you had to come home early, but I’m glad you got to wiggle your toes in the sand a bit.
God Bless You!
I have a son-in-law, and he was given some prawns, and it nearly killed him. A very scary time for all, as no-one knew he was allergic, including him. He had been able to eat them previously. Glad to hear Steve is ok.
Thank you for visiting my blog. God bless
Vivienne
Hello, Vivienne. Steve too ate shrimp just two weeks prior to the incident with no ill effects. It’s amazing how fast it happen.
Thank you for the visit & God Bless You!