The title of this blog comes from song lyrics that I heard many years ago by Switchfoot. And ever since the first time I heard it, these words have never left me. It makes so much sense. Although you might be standing in a shadow, that is direct evidence that the sun is still shining. I think that this is a great metaphor for my life right now. I am walking through some dark times. But I want these times to be evidence of the sun, and the bright glory of the Lord. And so while this blog will be chronicling some sad times in my life, I pray that it is also a testament to God, and a reminder of the good times in the midst of the shadows.

"I have said these things that in Me you may have peace. In this world, you will have troubles. But take heart, I have overcome the world!" John 16:33

Saturday, August 21, 2010

New Beginnings

Today was my first day of chemo. I have known for a while now that this was the day I was going to start, and I feel like it has been looming over me. Luckily it is not the normal type of chemo, so all I have to do is take a pill everyday, rather than go in to the doctor for regular infusions. So I took the pill as my roommates cheered for me today, and felt relieved. Even though I was anxious to see how I would react, I felt a weight lifting as soon as I took the pill, because the anticipation was over. After taking it today, I could not feel any immediate side effects, which is such a blessing. I got a little more tired than usual in the afternoon, but I have become pretty used to being constantly tired, and have learned to push through it.

Today was also freshmen move-in day at Furman. I cannot believe that it was two years ago that I was in their place, moving into Furman and having no clue what was coming. I never imagined that I would love it this much. And I feel like so much has changed in me in the two years that I have been here! It is crazy to think about. I am so excited for the rest of the week, getting to know the freshmen, and seeing my other friends as they arrive back on campus.

So even though this will be a hard week for me as I start to feel the effects of my medicine and get into a routine with that, I know that it will be filled with so much joy and excitement. At first I thought that this was the worst time for me to be starting chemo, but now I am grateful for it, because even though I will be really tired, it is great for me to be beginning with such a challenge when I have such happy things going on around me.
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  1. peteAugust 23, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    dear friend...i love your thoughts. They are an encouragement to me. The words you will use in the days ahead strike me as faith put to action. The church, the people of God, young people need this kind of courage...to live with a realness of the pain in this world yet with the hope that God is supplying their strength and sending others to encourage them.
    Coram Deo-pete

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