Fibromyalgia

I have fibromyalgia. It causes me to have pain some days and feel only mildly tired other days. Wikipedia explains it this way...Fibromyalgia, meaning muscle and connective tissue pain (also referred to as FM or FMS), is a disorder classified by the presence of chronic widespread pain and a heightened and painful response to gentle touch.
It has made caring for the kids hard. But God has shown me much from slowing me down. I have learned how faithful He is when I am weak. I've learned He loves me and has a plan for me. I've learned how desperately I need Him every single day.
It has had a down side too, though. My kids have had to learn that mom isn't always available for them. Katie learned to feed herself, dress herself and turn on the t.v. by herself for those mornings I just can't help her. Eli is having a harder time with this. It is very humbling to be laid up with a headache or body pain when the kids need my attention.
With the decision to homeschool came up we were a bit concerned about my health and taking on Katie's education. But my dear, sweet, blessed little girl spoke words of wisdom to me. She said 'don't worry mom. When you can't get up to help I can bring my work to your bed and we can read together there. Besides, I know how to get Elisha some snacks and a movie or read to him. I take good care of Elisha when I'm home and with homeschooling I'll always be home." She's so wise and such a big sister (as you see in the picture).
I wrote this because some people have sent me notes of concern for doing homeschooling while I'm fighting FM. But I have learned that God is faithful to provide the strength where He has led me to go. And God provided wisdom through a little girl to calm my heart just like He promises to do in His word. He is such a great God!