What cures all? I think I know...

Wow.... yet again so much has happened since my last blog! And, as usual, it is all good! I have the best women in the world, anytime there is the slightest chance to be down about something she always seems to never really get down. Money, stress about the wedding, her kidneys, School, work, and all this is happening at the exact same time! Not to mention taking care of me and two dogs! Sometimes you want to just say "Well, that's life" but she doesn't. She just says I love you, kisses me, and goes back to it. So, with that, let me get you all caught back up.

MOST IMPORTANTLY! We have went through a bunch of tests, been to the hospital each of the last 4 weeks. Me? I was praying everyday for nothing to be wrong! asking for at least 80 full years with her... yes 80... don't judge! I prayed that what ever may be wrong we can fix! You know what she prayed for?.... Yeah... A nice doctor!?!? Like, for real? You may have something wrong with your kidneys and that is what you pray for? ha... Well guess what!? We got a great doctor! AND even BETTER results!! They don't know why she is having pain but her kidneys are functioning well!

We have such an amazing group of family and friends who would do anything for us and prayed for her the whole way! and continue to do so! Thank you all! Also, our Church group is amazing! I want to thank Russell personally, for how much you cared and prayed for us!

NOW,  we finally sent out some invitations!!! The only BAD thing is...... the venue is restricting how many family and friends we can invite! I was pretty sad/annoyed at that... I want everyone I know to be there! Unfortunately, they won't let that happen. BUT, still check out our website! We made it together.. it's awesome... hands down! The song you hear right when you pull it up is I CHOOSE YOU by Sarah Bareilles! It's awesome too!

mywedding.com/linanjohn

SOOOO, What cures all? Well, at least what I think cures all. Talk about amazing people! I'm not talking about those famous people that win nobel peace prizes or even those people who are on the list of 'most influential people'. I'm talking about the people you are in direct contact with on the daily. I'm talking about your family, your friends, your church group, your spouse, sometimes, yes even your dogs. That right there is life! That right there is what can cure anything and everything! Bad job, stress from school and/or wedding planning, How about a kidney problem?, Can't find God?,  take a look at the people around you! They are amazing. period! I'm positive they will get you through anything! Our group spoke about having a meaningful life this week. I believe you have a job to do to make your life meaningful by working for God! But, sometimes, when you double check, maybe having a meaningful life is to know God, and to have your family and friends be there for you all the time and for you to return the favor!

THIS is long..... I know! ha. But, I just want to thank you all for the prayers for Lina. She is my life and my love! Thank you!

What's next?!?!

Well, it has been a little while since my last blog. So, hopefully I can catch you all up with out running this too long and eventually boring your pants off.

I keep asking myself and Lina What's next?? Not in a bad way but more in a way of 'the anticipation is killing me'!! For example, the wedding seems soooo far away. I just wish it was here! I want to call myself her husband rather then her boyfriend. I want to start a life with her. but it is SO far away!! At least if feels like it... She brings me back to earth though. "Babe, I plan to only be engaged once so I want to make the best of it!" or "I can't wait to call myself your wife but let's make the most of what we have now too". I completely understand that! I do! I try... Make the most of everyday, God is in control and who knows what can happen tomorrow.

Finally!!! Lina was able to go to the doctor! Her first appointment in 3 years. Still....... no answers though.... I WANT ANSWERS! I mean who doesn't? She had a CT scan and some other tests and she still has more. But, after 3 years of her waiting, she is inching closer to finding out what is going on and getting healed. Please keep her in your prayers! She is amazing! "honey, you want me to make you something to eat?" She will ask while laying on the couch groaning because of the unbearable pain. I don't know how she does it. The pain clearly hurts but she keeps going, including work from 5:30am to 2pm. I sure wish there was a way I could provide for both of us and she could just stay home and rest until we figure this out. Then she would say, "I know I am in pain but if I just sat around here I would get bored" ha. Truly blows my mind and she is definitely someone I look up to! If I had pain like that I would want her and my momma around me 24-7! No questions asked!

I love her so much! The wedding is coming along really well! Pretty much down to the minute details.. I say minute... that's a stretch.. they umm... yeah they are huge. We are talking decor here. To me that is minute. Throw a flower on each table and put some chairs in a line and BOOM! But it doesn't work like that.... But we will get it looking amazing! I have a few ideas... ;) ok ok... she has the ideas...

I am ready for the wedding and the honeymoon and the answers from the doctor and I know they will come. But I also plan to make everyday the absolute best day! Staying happy and smiling and doing my best to make her laugh and smile behind all her pain. So should everyone. Think about where this world would be if we all took everyday as a blessing. I know Lina does!

Thank you all for reading! And, if you have any words of wisdom don't hesitate to comment!

No hablo mucho español pero estoy mejor. Todavía aprendiendo. Buenos Dias y gracias por leer!

OOO And PS: Still learning the Cumbia. Getting better! Also learning some of Shakira's moves. Bout  to put on a show at the wedding. Can someone buy me one of those hats???

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMZtkctRt1Q