June 19th, 2026
I began today, much like any other work day. I did wake early, before the alarm and decided to get up and start the day at 4:45 am. I had plenty of time to shower and fix coffee. I was leaving early for work, that doesn’t happen often! I began the descent of my stairway (17 steps), about half way down, I stepped down on my left leg and “POP” went my knee. I stopped immediately because of intense pain. I took a deep breath, let it out and attempted to continue my descent. After several minutes, I made it to the bottom and entered the garage. I finally got into the car and relaxed again for several seconds. I said a small prayer, thanking God that this had not happened while I was on vacation. Praised God for being my Redeemer, my fortress and my refuge. I got to work and hobbled through the airport to my office. I was grateful that I had put my knee brace on this morning, the arthritis in my knee had been achy for over a week. I tried to keep my leg elevated throughout the day but it was very painful, so I left early to go to a walk-in orthopedic clinic. By this time it had been over 7 hours since the stairway incident, my foot and leg had already began to swell and I could not bear weight to walk. My co-worker, volunteered to push me to my car in a wheelchair, so grateful! (Thank you E.C.). I drove to the clinic and I saw a man driving a valet golf cart and he drove me to the front door and then the lady at the desk got me a wheelchair and pushed me to the orthopedic office. Gosh, I’m tired all over again just writing about this! X-rays showed no fractures, only signs of arthritis. The doctor prescribed pain medication and anti inflammatory meds. She sent me home to ice my knee and rest. Icing is helping with the swelling, but it’s still hurts and I need a cane to walk. No work tomorrow and re-evaluate tomorrow for Sunday. If I am not improved by Monday I am to contact the doctor for a MRI, for a possible torn meniscus.
If you are still reading and I haven’t lost you, I wanted to share this story for a couple of reasons. The first, I am so thankful that God provided for me throughout the day. I am also very proud of myself for not speaking any angry or inappropriate words due to my pain. The second reason, to share my stubbornness of “being tough.” That’s really kind of a joke, but partially true because honestly I just wanted to cry. But I did not, not until I had made it home and sat down in my living room and I cried like a baby, cried because no matter how old a girl gets, when she’s in pain she wants her “mom.” I had a good cry and then, decided I should let a few people know my situation, just in case I need help.
I’m not mad that this happened to me, I didn’t even ask, why me. It is simply part of accepting that my body is not the newest model. I’ve got a few scratches and dings, but I’m still in forward motion. I turned 60 a couple of years ago and I am learning that as we age, our bodies require more down time than a few years ago.
I’m learning to accept that life is always changing, the one thing I’ve struggled with most of my life. The struggle was elusive, something I would never be able to control. I am trying to lean into life’s ever changing ways and hopefully adapting to live my best life.
God promises to be always be with us! The Holy Spirit resides within us, always!
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
~John 16:33
In closing, please know that you are never alone, even when it feels like it…God is always near to you.
Key Verses on God’s Nearness
- Psalm 145:18: “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
- Deuteronomy 31:8: “It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
- Philippians 4:5: “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”
- Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
- Matthew 28:20: “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
~Peace to you my friends~
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