WHAT A YEAR

I can hardly believe it’s been a year since I died. At times it seemed to drag on, especially when I wasn’t allowed to drive, and other times it flew. It has been the best year of my life. I have learned and experienced so much and have felt “alive” more than anytime in my life. When it comes to God what can I say? He is GOD. Everything that has happened is for his glory. Personally I’m still overwhelmed and humbled by all the miracles and events that happened a year ago. To family and friends, you are the greatest in the world. Your love, kindness, caring, support and prayers are tremendous blessings in my life. When I cry out to encounter God, He tells me to look for Him in all of you! We are His greatest creation.

I’ve gotten the opportunity several times this year to speak about those events and the impact on my life. I’ve also been given the opportunity to speak several times on my new passion of nutrition and health. So ironic given my past experiences, which I’m sure GOD chuckles about all the time.

I never would have thought I would spend a year unemployed, on disability, on a heart transplant list and be leaving in an RV next week to fulfill a lifelong dream. I am so humble and grateful for this experience. And I get to share it with my youngest son. This trip may seem to be about “us” but it is really about GOD and the experiences he wants to share with us. At least I try to tell myself that all the time. I can’t think of anything that makes your heart more alive, than getting an opportunity to live out your dreams! GOD-thank you!

I know this is not a risk free adventure, but what in life is risk free? I do have some fear and have not thrown “caution” to the wind, but if not now, then when? I don’t mean this flippantly but I’d rather die at the south rim of the grand canyon following my dream, than laying in a hospital bed dying waiting for an event that may or may not happen. I think my family understands my heart in this matter.

I hope to update this blog with pictures (help me matt) and keep you all informed about our travel experiences, including all the unexpected miracles along the way!! The only plan, if there is one, is to pick matt up on the 20th and head to the big hole (Grand Canyon) on the 21st. Well it’s time to start packing or at least think about it. Thanks for reading and God Bless, Art