There are movies that touch my soul, and, "A River Runs Through It" is one of them. This movie brings the beauty of Montana and a family whose men are fly fishermen, which is an activity that brings them together. This movie reminds me of my two boys, Sergio and Nathaniel, especially when they were little boys. Sergio was my wild child, no fear, no backing down from anyone. Sergio also had a compassionate heart for those who were less able to fight back, and he championed many of them. Unfortunately, he would pay for his actions, but I loved his spirit. My son, Nathaniel, is a nourishing, giving soul. He also sees when someone is in need and he goes right in and does what needs to be done. Sergio and Nathaniel were very close and if anyone messed with either of them, they were there to back each other up. Mind you, Nathaniel was six years younger, but feisty too. He still is. He is my family.
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If you have not had the opportunity to watch, "A River Runs Through It," I highly recommend it. It is a great story. Every time I see this movie, it brings great memories of my boys. My son's were tight as brothers can be, and a river of love ran through them.
"A River Runs Through It" Directed by Robert Redford
I would like to visit Cape May, NJ this Fall. I miss southern New Jersey. I miss the farms and Cape May walking mall with it's unique little shops, and Victorian houses. It is beautiful. Before we moved away from NJ, Congress Hall was being restored, and now it is completed. I would love to see how it turned out, photos do not do it justice. I would like to visit my old friends and possibly stop by my old church, I am still debating on that one. I would love to walk on the boardwalk in Wildwood and feel the misty ocean air. There are so many beautiful places to visit in Cape May County. Also, I have been wanting to visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Maybe, even visit Washington D.C.. I would like to make this trip with my son, he was a little boy when we left the East Coast. He remembers the beaches in Cape May, but not much else. I have been wanting to make this trip and I believe it may be time to make it. The Fall in the East Coast is so breathtaking, and I would love to see the Atlantic Ocean again, it will be good to visit, it would be good to have a "REAL" vacation. I need a "REAL" vacation . . . .
Yesterday, my son, Nathaniel, gave me a CD he had made to express his emotions of when I became ill several years ago. One of the songs that he had put in the CD was a Beatles song, "I want to hold your hand." He recorded the Glee version of the song on the CD, mind you, I am not a big Glee fan, but I love this rendition. I asked Nathaniel why he picked that song, and he told me that when I came out of surgery, the doctor told everyone in the room, not to talk to me or touch me. He said, that that song was playing on his player and that all he wanted to do was hold my hand, but he knew he could not touch me. My heart went out to him, the brokenness of his heart, I could still hear it. . . . I have been listening to my CD over and over. I am blessed!!
Today is my third anniversary from my aneurysm episode of June 13, 2013. A lot has happened in the last three years, some good, some tragic. But, God was in control of it all. Every morning when I open my eyes I thank the Lord for allowing me another day. He is gracious! Nathaniel made a CD of songs that reminded him of that awful day. He gave it to me this morning as we were driving to a friend's house. I can only imagine the stress he was under at that time, but I have some wonderful friends who were there, and supported him with prayers and love. I will be so ever grateful to all of you!! This photo was taken a couple of months after my first and second surgery, I was preparing for my third surgery in October of 2013. My hair was accustomed to a comb over. I was so tired, my nappy hair! Thanks, David!! Who recently also reminded me on how I kicked death in the ass, and how much stronger I was because of it. I would like to take credit of such acts of courage and strength, but I believe the Lord gave the first blow so that the impact on my part would not be so hard. It is wonderful to know that God went before me.
I now work in the same hospital that was my home for almost a month, and I am now in the ER, that is where God placed me. I love it!! I have had so many opportunities to pray for many who were afraid, and I have had the chance when God has allowed me to share my story with patients and their families. I follow my Lord's lead on what He wants for me and He has given me some fantastic adventures. As I write this, my heart goes out to so many that suffer such heartache with their own fights and losing loved ones. I pray and hope that by sharing my story with you, it will bring you comfort and peace with whatever you are going through. I want to encourage you and share that our Father is a good God, and faithful in everything!!
Rachel Platten, "Fight Song"
This song was in the CD my son had made for me. I love it!!
