An example of courage

     This week has been crazy.  We are the parents of three beautiful boys involved in many activities.  We have been busy with work and then - BAM!!!!  Yancey ran a fever in the middle of the night and went to the E.R.  Don't panic - cancer patients are supposed to go to the doctor when they run a fever.  We were being extra careful and it was the right thing to do.  God has a wonderful way of letting us know when it is time to slow down.  Are we listening?
     We did take the time to go to my oldest son's last football game.  He is playing under Coach McAnally and his team of excellent coaches.  Coach McAnally called me to ask if he could use Yancey as an example of courage, determination, and positive attitude during difficult times.  I was stunned yet teary and thankful.  We went to the game and every player had on an armband with Yancey Jernigan.  Those boys played their hearts out and dedicated the game to Yancey.  We are so blessed.
     I am thankful to my husband for teaching my children about appreciating life.  Life is about honoring each and every moment and living life to the fullest.  I forget that sometimes.  I become bogged down in "the real world".  Money, bills, work, errands, chores, etc.  Yancey reminds me each and every day about the "REAL WORLD" of faith, family, health, love, friendship, and fun!  He balances me out.  I am thankful.
     Take time this weekend to rest in the moment.  Step away from the "real world" and get back to the basics.  Our health is more than food and exercise.  Our health is relationships and love.  Feed your soul with both.

Blessings,

Emmie