Hi In The Name of Love Blog Readers!
My name is Jasmine Star and I’m Bianca’s better looking, nicer, and funnier twin sister. I’m writing today because she asked me to explain what’s going on in her life right now. But before I get there, I want to talk about miracles. But wait! Before you roll your eyes and suspect I’ll write a novel in Christianese (oh you know…that language spoken by really holy people), know that this is a true story that happened in Bianca’s life. On Sunday morning.
Okay, but before we get to Sunday, let’s rewind to Saturday.
Last Saturday Bianca invited our youngest sister, Zoe, to attend a Mariners Church event and together, along with a truly amazing team, made changes in the world…effecting one girl at a time. Later that evening, Bianca invited Zoe to stay the night since Matt was in Seattle for a conference.
The following morning, while Bianca washed dishes before going to church, Zoe saw Bianca fall to the kitchen floor. Zoe ran in from the living room and saw Bianca in a pool of blood from a gash in her wrist…and then she had a seizure. Apparently a piece of broken glass sliced a tendon (sidenote: Bianca will likely use this episode as reason to never wash the dishes again). Zoe called 911 and comforted Bianca during a truly horrific episode. Bianca was admitted to the hospital and scheduled for surgery.
Matt immediately changed his flight and landed in Orange County on Sunday night with enough time to pray with Bianca…as well as patiently listen to her cravings for Mexican food. He was there when she opened her eyes after a successful surgery repairing her tendon and spent Monday by her side with patience, pain medication, and plenty of hugs. He also may or may not have promised to commit his life to loading the dishwasher.
Bianca was sent home yesterday, but she’s on complete bed rest for a month. This is, of course, a tough time for her, but it’s also nothing short of a miracle. We often look back and cite the Crossing of the Red Sea or the Water Into Wine stories as miracles, but we serve a God who ensures our lives are sustained by modern miracles. Daily. We firmly believe Zoe was destined to be at the house on Sunday morning during Bianca’s seizure to help stop the bleeding and call for help. Instead of focusing on what Bianca isn’t able to do today (work, blog, write, type, point at her awesome twin sister), we’re content focusing on what she’ll be able to do in the future. For this, we thank the Lord.
Please pray for Bianca during this time as we hope for full recovery (and use in all her fingers) soon. We’re working on getting guest bloggers lined up for great content, so keep your eyes peeled for great things to come. Speaking of great, if you have book recommendations, Bianca would love to take them so she doesn’t go crazy in bed.
And just because every post is better with a picture, here’s a photo of Bianca and I sporting one of the best looks of our lives…
The word scary doesn’t cut it, but thankfully God’s provision and protection does.
Praying on your behalf, Bianca, for full recovery, supernatural peace, patience, sweet and rich time with the Lord and tons of online shopping.
Praising God for His intervention. You are too precious and needed here.
B –
So, so sorry for your accident.
So, so thankful that the Lord had Zoe there to help.
Good Books? Oh. My. Yes.
I took the kids camping last week and completed one book, with the other 1/2 finished. Both are EXCELLENT reads.
“Kisses from Katie” by Katie Davis
(if you haven’t read her blog . . . you must. it will give you something to read this month.)
“The Boy from Baby House 10” by Alan Philps and John Lahutsky
(a true account with graphic details of living in the nightmare of a Russian orphanage to new life in America)
I believe that the Lord will BLESS this month of relative quiet for you.
Seek Him. Thank Him. Trust Him.
Love, Hugs, & Prayers,
Mama D. 🙂
Big hug B! Praying for you…. The Lord is so Good… Zoe been there, and preserving you! Will pray for a full recovery… Hugs sister!
e
May our Lord touch n heal you quickly…In my prayers!!! 😉
Bianca,
I am praying for your speedy recovery. It is truly an act of God that Zoe was their to be with you during this scary time. It’s also awesome that you have such a wonderful twin sister who is willing to write this blog for you. Stay strong! Praying for you!
Jen B.
Praying for you lovely girl!!! No doubt in my mind our Father was looking out for you that morning! Check out Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, or Kisses from Katie by Katie Davis. Both amazing!!!
I just read “Wrecked” by Jeff Goins. For those who want to live as followers of Christ, I highly recommend this book.
Also, “Jesus Calling” and “My Utmost for His Highest,” and anything by A.W. Tozer.
This time of rest and recuperation may also be preparation for a busy schedule/big plans for you in the near future.
Be blessed,
Monica
Oh Bianca! Thanks for the update, Jasmine. I’m praising God at my desk this morning for watching over Bianca. Please tell her she is thought of and prayed for… and I can’t help but feel that if I were in a similar situation, the thing that would hurt the most is the “lazy” feeling that comes with being on bedrest. Tell her not to feel guilty. If she’s anything like me, that’s where her mind is going right now. 🙂 But she needs to get better so she can continue encouraging us…
BOOKS! I am a huge fiction junkie… my favorites that I’ve read lately are “I Am the Messenger” by Markus Zusak and “The Historian” by Elizabeth Kostova. Oh! And Life of Pi by Yann Martel! For some good nonfiction, Brene Brown has been changing my life lately – try “I thought it was just me (but it isn’t.)” Brilliant!
Praying for you as well. Don’t have the privilege to know you but I have met your dad a couple of times and it was through his Facebook that I heard about your accident. God is good and His plan is always perfect!
Two books I highly recommend is Reflecting God by Kay Smith and This Momentary Marriage by John Piper.
Keeping you in my prayers, Bianca!
Glad to hear that B will recover. Praying for a speedy recovery and that she don’t have a phobia to wash dishes ever again. Thank God for his mercy and for her little sister Zoe being there and acting as fast as she could. Blessings to you B and Matt!
wow! I’m so happy to hear that she is going to be ok. Be encouraged, Bianca. We all are praying for you.
Girl….
Oh my word….I just heard about this. I’m so glad you are okay. So scary! Praying for your friend.
Love you,
Allie
So sorry to hear of this. Thank God you are on the road to recovery! Yes, truly God at work having Zoe there at such a time. Prayers and well wishes to you for a speedy, and full recovery!
Oh books – I’m currently reading Fully Alive by Ken Davis – love it!
Will definitely keep Bianca and your whole family in my prayers! SCARY. Glad she is ok and safe at home… I know that I will wait as long as I have to, to hear from her again… 😀
Wow, God loves you something special! You must be one of his favorites. 😉 And God used Zoe whose name means life to bring you comfort and help sustain your life. He knew you in the womb, when you were knit together in secret and He knew Zoe and He had a plan! God is good, ALL THE TIME!
Praying! How great God is!
Bianca,
God meticulously planned for Zoe to be there. I am praying for you! Jeremiah 17:14, “Heal me O Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved; for you are the one I praise.”
x,
melanie
Oops – books!! “Love Does” by Bob Goth – this will split your sides laughing. It’s fantastic! Great pick-me-up while you rest in bed 🙂
Dear B,
Healing and strength to you in Jesus name. Thankful for Gods protection and Zoe being there.
Do use this time to get as much rest as possible
And TLC (tender loving care) too; demand it 🙂 .
Your sister is hilarious. God bless her.
Warm regards
Thank you for posting this Jasmine. I have been checking everyday since the last one and wondering what has been going on. I am glad that she is ok and am praying for a great recovery. Bianca, I hope you cherish this time to rest because it’s not often that we are heaven-mandated to rest 🙂
Sweet Bianca
Wish you a speedy recovery and may you rest as much as you can!
I am sure that after relaxing and your recovery you will be more inspired to write again.
I finished reading two good books this summer
One is called” When Nietzche Wept” by Irvin D Yalom(It is a very deep book)
The other I could not drop for a sec was:
“The shadow of the wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
You will be missed here
Love and Hugs
Herta
Wow. That’s just crazy. Hate to hear it! Be well, soon!
Praying for a full recovery. Hugs
Wow. God is good. Praying for you and a speedy recovery. I probably can’t recommend “Redeeming Love” because you have probably already read it…
God bless!
Praying for a speedy recovery and thankful for miracles!
Praise God that Zoe was there to call for help. Praying for a speedy recovery for your sis, Bianca.