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I have a type of arthritis that makes my back stiff. It has also eaten away at the cartilage in my hip, which is my main problem with it. It can be pretty painful. I'm taking aleve every day, and have taken it for over 4 years. Recently, I found out that I should not run, jump, play sports, or do other high impact activity. At times, this can be very discouraging, because I used to love doing these things, and because my everyday mobility is sometimes made difficult or painful. So, here are my questions. Am I supposed to embrace this as a thorn in my flesh so God can make me strong through my weakness? I really don't see how being half lame and not being able to play sports fits in with a better plan that God has for me. At times, I feel as if God is wanting to hurt me, or is letting me be hurt. I don't see the purpose for it at all, and don't see how it can really have a purpose, or be the best thing for me. Also, I have heard that we should trust God a lot, and pretty
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Vickie Schneidt
I am not a journalist but I know you wrote this from your heart. You are a special sister to Jeremy as well as to Preston. It’s a good thing you were there for your younger brother at a time he needed you most. I am so happy that you have come through such a horrendous time in your life to be able to share it and show others that there is hope; what an inspiration. I look forward to reading more from you!
Flag as InappropriateWonderful piece Ali. I think you do a wonderful job of reflecting Christ in you. I realize these last years have been very hard for all of you. You are all in my prayers all the time. Jeanne Green
Flag as InappropriateTara
That was beautiful Ali, I'm speechless, in the best way :)
Flag as InappropriateCarol Rainey
Ali: I rarely cry any more, I used to sob at stupid and sentimental commercials.....I kind of miss the tears. Well, I get to enjoy the tears this a.m. as I read your article. God so blessed us at GBC when He brought your whole family to us. I was with your parents in their livingroom when they made that call to you. I heard your cry of anguish as I sat there praying to our Savior to help all of you (and us) through that painful time. Ali, I am so thankful you came to realize God makes each of us just to be who we really are in and of ourselves in Christ. Preston would be so pleased for you. Thanks for sharing.
Flag as InappropriatePatricia Dagenhart
Thanks, Ali, that was so precious, love and miss you,
Flag as InappropriateMartha McClarnon
Ali: I don't know you,and you and I have never met,but your dad is my cousin.I read your article and even though I didn't know Preston either I can tell that you have both been raised to have God in your lives.Your story was very touching and I know how you feel. My older sister Barbie(now passed away)has always been there for me and taught me things.We still learn from our siblings even though they have passed through this life. Thank you for sharing your beautiful story. Place it in a scrapbook and keep it for safety in years to come.Martha
Flag as InappropriateCheryl
Ali, you have brought one more gem out of the riches of Preston's life for all of us to share. You described him so well that I could hear his voice and see his beautiful face as I read. You know he would be the first in line to hug and congratulate you for how you have grown through this loss. He would be so proud of you. Well done, little sister!
Flag as InappropriateBernadette
Ali... How touching! We are so blessed to have your family as our family at Grace. We are so glad you are back among us. At home in Montana. What a beautiful heart felt story. We become stronger through HIM in our sorrow if we choose. My love to you!!
Flag as InappropriateCathy B.
Ali, I am so proud of you!! You have found the key that the Lord gives us to lead us out of the pit and on to who He KNOWS we can be. You blessed us all with a touching story that put words to heart thoughts. I know the Lord and Preston are smiling as they CELEBRATE you!!
Flag as InappropriateVickie Moehrig
Ali, you have come out of your shell in a lovely way. To put what you wrote out there like that is amazing and a blessing as well. Congratulations on a well writen piece of work. I pray that you continue with your great writing skill, and along with that grow to be a blessing in others' lives. I know your mom and dad have to be so proud of you. Heck, you should be proud of yourself too!
Flag as InappropriateGina Cooley
Ali, What an amazing, inspiring tribute to your brother and to you and your family. I am so blessed by it as will everyone else who reads it. I didn't know Preston, but got to watch you grow up and always knew how special you were and are. May God continue to bless you in your journey for Him. Love Gina
Flag as InappropriatePeggy
Amazing story. Thanks.
Flag as InappropriateTerri Stevenson
Ali, Thanks for sharing your very personal grief and story of your challenges with your relationship with Preston. He was a special young man, and so happy that through your grief journey, you now see how special, unique, and loved you are by Christ, and so many that you touch. May the Lord continue to use you and your special talents in music and writing! Love, Terri Stevenson
Flag as InappropriateRebekah Bounds
Ali, I pray God will continue to richly bless you in this gift of writing! You have already helped so many in this one story and will continue to as you surrender yourself unto Him to be used. Thank you so much for having the courage to share what's in your heart!
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