Oct 23, 2009
The Scariest Halloween Monster
Halloween usually conjurs images of ghouls and goblins, but the scariest monster threatening my house lately has been the H1N1 virus. Being 22 weeks pregnant and having a small child, I've been worried about what might happen if the virus attacked our house. You hear all kinds of things on the news, but it's often hard to know what to believe. Kate and I both got the vaccine this morning, so I'm feeling a little less worried now. But the whole thing made me think about fear. 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that "God did not give us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline." While I pray for God to give us wisdom in making tough decisions about vaccinations, protecting our children, etc., my fears cannot overshadow my faith in Him for our future. I have to learn to trust him more and worry less. Any other moms struggle with this? If you want, leave a comment and tell me how you cope with worrying about your children. I should have some Fall Festival pictures this weekend (it's tonight at church). Kate was supposed to be a ladybug, but we had some costume shipping drama so now she's going to be a bumblebee. Should be fun!
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Lisa, This is so timely. I'm worried about the H1N1 vaccine...i've heard bad things about it...that it has high levels of mecury and can cause autism. I try to not worry, but this one is hard for me. I try to remember, that Avery is God's child and that his days are already numbered in God's book of life. God is taking care of Avery way better than I think I am. Love ya girl.
ReplyDeleteBelieve it or not, I haven't worried too much about the vaccine... Our family doctor and his (nurse) wife are wonderful people and I trust their judgement completely. They are 100% behind the h1n1 vaccination--as soon as their office gets it in, we will get it. During a conversation after church last week, Dr. Niziol said most of the problem is the media hyping up the 'problems' with the vaccination-- imagine that! I will go with my doctor before the media.
ReplyDeleteGood thoughts, Lisa. Hugs to you all!
My thoughts are similar to Amber's. I always try to remember that God loves Dillan more than I ever could and He knows what is best for him (Jeremiah 29:11). This truth is something I constantly had to repeat to myself during the many months we were uncertain about Dillan's future.
ReplyDeleteHey Lisa:) I just got my shot yesterday. One of the boys in my class has been out sick for three days and I found out yesterday he has swine flu. So does his grandmother who cleans my classroom. I felt surrounded by germs! My dr agreed 100% that is was safe and I should get. If I were not pregnant, I probably wouldn't be so concerned. But being a pregnant teacher is a double whammy. I know God is in control. I have been praying about it, and was constantly yesterday until the bell rang and I could get to the dr!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see that sweet bee:)
For reasons I won't post here, because I think every person has the right to decide if the vaccine is right for them or not - we are NOT getting this vaccine. I am trusting that the Lord will take care of my little man, and I will do my due vigilance as a parent and be sure that any sign of fever more than 24 hours will send us to a doc's office. We got the regular flu and pneumonia vaccination for Braden last week, and he seems to have done fine with both.
ReplyDeleteMoms - from a special mother with many other special needs friends... they don't use mercury in vaccinations anymore, the preservative they use is THIMERISOL. You do have the right to ask for the preservative-free version if you are worried about autism, they give my son all the preservative free stuff because of his underlying neurological condition. Just know that your doc's office might not always have that version on hand - but you CAN ask for it:-)
Lisa - all our children are in God's hands, and God will put on your heart the choice that is right for you. I've learned to fully trust in Him for EVERYTHING, and the freedom that comes with that is something I just can't explain. I deal with so much anxiety - but God has taken that from me to, but I have to let Him:-)