| Proverbs 19:21
"Many are the plans in a man's heart but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails."
It is true that the Lord has plans for us all, and it is His plans that will be done. Who are we to alter the wishes of our Creator, Lord, and Almighty God? The Lord has only good intentions for us. Have faith in Him and He will guide you. He will never leave us alone.
Today I went to Nursing Christian Fellowship (NCF), and I admit, I was truly touched. We watched the movie (or was it more like a documentary?) Sicko. It talks about health care and the whole HMO (Health Management Organization) and how whether or not you have health care insurance, we are still at a disadvantage. It's scary to think how this world is now. Imagine all those sick people who are in need and all some greedy and selfish people think is about money. The people in the HMO, despite the amounts of money that we pay, still deny us of the help we deserve because apparently the more people that are denied the higher they will get paid and the more money they get. I can't even explain my frustration! Apparently if you are too thin, too tall too short, fat, sickly (even with the littlest things), it is likely that you will be denied of health care insurance. It is very unfair...
I cried when I watched that movie (or documentary). Many without health insurance are suffering and dying. One person got both fingers cut off, his ring finger and his middle
finger. Because he does not have health insurance, he was given two
choices: Pay $60,000 for his middle finger to be attached, or pay
$12,000 for his ring finger to be attached. This person did not have health insurance. Those who have aren't much different.People are helpless and dying because they were denied help from their health insurance. How can someone say they can not help a person who is diagnosed with liver cancer because they think that a bone marrow transplant that already helped save lives of hundreds of people is experimental?! How can you deny a person help because there is no sign of any sort of illness even though it is clear and proved that that person is suffering from a brain tumor? Selfish people and many are dying just because those selfish people would rather reject people in need so that they can be paid six figures. It is disgusting...
Whatever happened to love and compassion? Whatever happened to loving one another and being there for each other no matter what? I know one thing, there is hope. God is hope, God is love. I am currently a nursing major student, and I am determined to show those who are in need the love and compassion that they deserve. I chose to become a nurse because of my experience during volunteer work at a retirement home. I enjoyed helping patients recover from his or her injuries. I enjoyed to see that I brought a smile to the faces of the sickly. I enjoyed to see the patients happy and determined as they saw themselves getting better. I loved it. One experience that I will never forget is when I helped this old man out to a barbecue at the courtyard of the retirement home. He was so excited! As soon as I wheeled him outside to the beautiful green and warm courtyard, he revealed the most genuine smile I have ever seen! He was delighted when he was served food that was actually cooked before his eyes. He rubbed his hands with excitement and was ready to eat. I loved the happiness I was surrounded in. Even though I had to clean and help the patients eat, nothing could replace the feeling of happiness and joy that surrounded the patients in that courtyard. I knew they loved it outside, compared to their dark rooms where all they can do is lie in bed and see the world outside through a box (aka TV). It was a beautiful experience. I knew I wanted to become a nurse.
I believe this is what the Lord has planned for me. I got so many signs that this is what He wants. First of all, even though my GPA matched the requirements of the competitive nursing program, my SAT scores was short by a few 50 something. I also handed in my application passed the deadline. I was surprised when I received a letter saying I was accepted into the nursing program! When I started the semester, it was a rocky journey on. No matter how hard the journey became, the Lord was with me all the way! Never did He ever leave my side! If it is the Lord's will, then that is what will happen. I believe that this Nursing is the career that the Lord wants me to do.
I am so grateful for all the Blessings that the Lord has given me. I am not just thankful for nursing, but also for my family and friends. I was blessed with the most loving family I could ever have! I love my mommy and daddy so much, that nothing will ever break the love and relationship that we have for each other. I thank the Lord so much for them. I am truly blessed. I also thank the Lord for all my friends. My friends are always here for me, and I feel loved and secure with them. I thank the Lord so much for blessing me with the most true and loving friends I can ever have. There is so many things to thank the Lord for, and there is no way I can list everything because I was blessed so bountifully.
I thank the Lord for everything. Thank You God, for all the blessings you have given me. I promise You Lord that I will try my best to follow Your will! I love You Lord, and I know that You love me too. I will try my best to share the love that You have given me with everyone! I will make sure to show those who are in need of You and Your love and compassion that they are not alone, and you never ever never forsake them. Thank You Lord for loving us, and thank for forgiving our sins. Thank You God... Thank You...
Amen.
Remember everyone, the Lord our God is with us, and he loves us... 
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