People in small towns pride themselves on knowing one another personally and quickly jumping into help. In a big area like Memphis though, it seems like it would be easy to fall in between the cracks. With an illness like Lyme disease, most people don’t realize the devastation that occurs to a person’s body and so when they hear of someone with Lyme disease they initially show sympathy, but may quickly forget about it. At first, Lynde and Brad felt alone and scared, but as the prayers and petitions were lifted up, miracles began to happen. First of all, Lynde is able to continue her job by working at home. Her employer has been incredibly supportive, recognizing that Lynde has good working days when her body allows her to be productive and many other days when her body decides to shut down. His wife (a nurse) has been an amazing source of strength and knowledge by taking Lynde to doctors appointment and staying by her side when confusion sets in. Then there’s the Bible study group of people Lynde has never even met who are willing to supply help in any way they can. A Michigan connection constantly sends words of encouragement and gift packages of inspirational books. Another new friend (she hasn’t even met yet) is willing to check in on her, keep her company and do anything needed. Texts and facebook messages continue to come in expressing prayers for her recovery. A friend from church is willing to assist in cutting veggies every other week for the freezer. Another new friend will help with the laundry. A church friend and a couple from work are willing to shop for the specialty groceries. Answered prayers, answered prayers, answered prayers! In the beginning, the situation looked so hopeless; now there are still days of desperation, but knowing that people care enough to get involved is a huge source of comfort. The help, the cards and the emails continue to come, and new revelations from God renew Lynde and Brad.
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