Little Acts Of Kindness

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I have been going through just about everything imaginable lately. Or I am sure it could be worse. I received a email about a women going through some difficult issues herself. And It's very good story. I will tell her story. She asked that I just call her Lilly.

Hi,
My name is Lilly I have been in pains and worries. Back and fourth from the Doctor. My husband died in a car crash last year. Just a accident and very hard for my family and I to get over. I have two sons which are my everything and only thing now. My visit to the Doctor was not pleasant. He told me that I have cancer. And I need to get treatment right away. Or my timeline will be cut short. I asked him when and where? Only thinking about my two sons. He gave me the information and said he would have his nurse take care of all the rest and get me started with a specialist ASAP. I was terrified but determined that I will get though whatever I have to for my sons. They have already lost there Father. They CAN NOT lose me. I get in my car after waiting for the nurse to give me information and appt time and where. I snagged my phone out of my purse to call my mother. Then just put my phone back in not ready to share my news to much going through my mind. I knew I had to tell her my APPT was on a Friday and it was already Wednesday. My mother would have to help with the boys. My oldest in Highschool and my youngest in middle school. Telling my boys would be the hardest thing I think that I would ever have to do. To me my boys are strong and have already gone through awful pain with there Father. I decide I would pick them up and take them to a special dinner and we would speak about it together. I was taking them to there Father's favorite steak house. My oldest son got in the car after practice and I said ok boys! Lets go do dinner at the one and only best steak house. Why? the oldest said? Lets just go home I am tried and have lots of homework. I said, because its because we have to. My youngest said, Its not the anniversary of Dad? Is this just for fun? I wish I could have said yes. But I decided to say no, we have to talk about some things. As we got to the restaurant we sat down. I told the youngest we will have to share. As money is tight with just me working. My oldest is going to start helping after he begged that I needed help. And would rather help then play football. Even though that brings tears to my eyes because he will have to grow up to fast. The extra money will help our little family alot. So I will be talking to him as well about helping when I disclose the news. My oldest son said he wasn't hungry and I said YES you are! Get something. Atleast a small steak or hamburger. Just then a lovely looking elderly couple walked up. The mans voice very soft and sweet said, HI... Sorry to bother you and your boys at dinner. But we wanted to catch you before you ordered. I was thinking Oh great, what do they need? I smiled and said ok how can we help you? The women in a very calm voice replied. My husband and I wanted to buy you dinner. And no expectations! Get whatever you want. And also dessert please! No worry everything is on us! No matter the cost. I said, No No please! But thank you we are fine. I am sure there is another family that needs there meal bought today. The elder man said, no we insist and please take this as a gift that will bless you and your children. I told the couple thank you so much! And we all got our own meals and the boys also had dessert. I was to full to even think about dessert. I told my sons that I was going to tell them something, but not to panic! And That it is being taken care of and we are all going to be fine. As oldest son says, You have cancer? I stared in his eyes. And tears fell from his. I said, Yes boys I have cancer. My youngest said, Are you going to die? I said I am going to a special Doctor on Friday to help me so I do not. The oldest said, he is going to look for a job with a smile at my youngest son and said everything will be ok! I can get my friends mom to pick me and my brother up from school Friday you will not have to worry about us Mom! I started to cry and said, I don't worry my boys are good boys! The waiter came to the table and asked if there is anything else everything has been taken care of. I told them no thank you so much! We stood up I turned to wave at the couple Goodbye and Thank you! The women came and wrapped her arms around me. She said, You do have some special boys and what a strong women you are. I am sorry for listening but I said a prayer for you and thought you needed a hug! She said she was a nurse at the local cancer center. And blessing peoples life was her goal in life and mostly for Jesus. I smiled and told her thank you for thinking of me. But How did you know? She said that soft still voice told me. All I heard was pay for her dinner. I had no idea about you life or story. As I left and went to my appt on Friday. I started treatments that next week after blood work. When I arrived at the cancer center. The women was there. I smiled and said I start today! Pray for me! She said she has already been doing that every night. WOW... A stranger that didn't even know me did a small gesture that really help me and my boys with a grieving moment. Or as she would put it God helped me. I finally realize what that means. I am a born again Christan, but I didn't know what it meant to her that soft still voice. When I had my next appt to see if it was working I prayed HARD. I prayed that it was all gone and I was healed by the name of Jesus BECAUSE JESUS IS MY ONLY HOPE!!! Just like you sent the couple, send me healing. I heard that soft voice. And it said, Go and take care of your boys. The Doctor let me know it was working and I am recovering great. I write this into all those moments that you hear or to all those people that just need that little something to help them on the road from all of us Thank you! I have been cancer free for three years now. And it all started when someone decided to share God's love with me and I realize that I can't do this alone. I have to call apon the Lord. So SmTownTexasGirl what poem do you think I would fit my story best or me?

Seeds Of Hope by Terese Holloway published by Creation House

It's the Little Acts Of Kindness, that so greatly touch our lives; Those little unexpected things, that take us by surprise! It's the heartfelt love of caring, with humility to share; And the tender way of showing, that God is ALWAYS there! It's the Little Acts Of Kindess, that seem to mean the most; In the middle of the crisis, where there seems to be no hope. It's those Little Acts Of Kindess, that won't be soon forgot; Because the sacrifice IS noticed, and captured deep in thought! You see, the Father seeks to find, true humility within; And he watches acts of kindness--that point another's heart to Him!

What a great story Lilly! And I am so glad that you are healed and that God provided you with such great Hope! Even when you felt like you couldn't speak to anyone. He choose someone to speak to you. At a very special place for you also. I am glad that you know the truth about everything and realize that it was just the "Little Act Of Kindness" That turn your issues into HOPE and survival! I am sure your boys are protectors now and feel that they also have a very strong Mother not only in your body and mind but your spirit. For counting on that moment that God was with you! Faith is amazing thing! I find strength just reading your story I hope others do they same. I will share a story about myself now that I think also go with this story. I wasn't going to share it but I think its a perfect fit for this poem. I work in a lab and deal with multiple issues and concerns on a daily basis which is why I work in a lab and enjoy my job.



A patient calls and is very concerned about there results. I tell the patient that I can't tell them anything about there results but will let the Doctor know when they are done. The patient says that they have to come to this Lab because of insurance and has been told that before. I insured the patient that I do this on a daily basis and you will not get left behind. This patient is one of many that I watch and make sure the client gets either because the Client is concerned or the patient is afraid the Doctor will not get the results in time. I have never met this patient until last week. I was up front helping with orders when the patient came in I asked, Have you ever been here before? And says OH YES! I said ok Name and DOB. As I type the name I know who they are? Not saying anything. Get the orders and ask the patient to come around the side where I will take them to the room where the Phelb will take care of them. The Patient says my name in a soft voice looking at my badge. I said yes? You are the one that has blessed my life! My Doctor always has my results and calls me with them!! Can I give you a Hug. I said Yes. I hugged the patient and told them that I am so glad they felt like they were being taken care of. The Patient told me there heart aching story about cancer. And at that moment I realized this is why I work here. I truly got to touch that patients life and make there day alittle less stressful after everything they have been through. I walked to my office with high confidence that I am helping others find Hope!


He is a Great song!! One of my Favorites!! This is for anyone that just needs to hope when you find that HE is your "Only Hope"




siging off - SmTownTexasGirl