Time wasters

Have you ever made a "to do" list of say 10 items to be completed before you go to bed? I seem to thrive on that lifestyle, and since beginning chemo my energy level has dropped about 70%! That means I can only accomplish maybe 3 of the 10 items. So how do I decide what should be done today and what should be put off?

God showed me a wonderful principle in Ephesians 5 (The Message) where it says, "Don't waste your time on useless work..." WOW! Now I can eliminate much useless TV, reading, and even certain meetings. In Philippians 4, God's Word further says, "It's wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life." So one day at a time doing less and allowing Christ to displace worry. As you read this, you might get the impression that I think chemo is fun! Let me assure you that it is NOT, but God is so faithful in sharing His promises with me everyday. What a comforter and encourager He is.

Yesterday, after finding out that my white cell count was too low to receive chemo, my treatment was delayed for one week. All other tests show that I'm quite healthy, so why the cancer and the low white cell count? No one has been able to answer that question, but God knows!

How much Mary and I appreciate your prayers which are being answered daily. Our spirits are good and there are minimal side effects (hair beginning to fall out and an itchy rash). Thank you for your concern and for your prayers.