Health is a Blessing!

Health is a Blessing!
Originally uploaded by Derek & Sarah Grant.

We've been back in Dao for 2 weeks now, after a break in town. While in town, Sarah had one of her wisdom teeth removed. Sorry no
pictures of the big event, although we had planned on getting one with the "dr" :) and forgot. Although, we were very happy to have
that little trouble maker out, it produced a new set of problems. Recovery. It became infected almost immediately, so she went on
Penicillin. This didn't help, so switched to a different, stronger antibiotic. This seemed to help somewhat, but made Sarah feel
pretty sick. Last week she finally went off this antibiotic, and was thrilled to be feeling a bit better when she came down with
what we think is strep throat. She had to go on medication again for the strep infection, and is currently still on it. She is
doing a bit better today, but is still fighting the infection and the fever that accompanies it. The incision where her wisdom tooth
was pulled is looking great, though. Doesn't seem to be any infection left in that spot or in her jaw. Please be praying for full
recovery from this strep infection and that her tonsils won't be a continued problem. Also, please pray for wisdom as we seek advice
as to what to do with Sarah's remaining wisdom teeth. They don't seem to be a big problem right now, but could be in the future. We
praise the Lord for relative good health! It is something that we easily took for granted until moving to Indonesia where a host of
new viruses are looking for a place to reside. Praise the Lord we are usually pretty healthy out here, and although we don't always
understand why we get sick at certain times, we know we have a heavenly Father who is Sovereign over all. We desire to praise Him in
the good times and the tough times because He is worthy ALL the time. We know that we can trust Him to continue to sustain us here
as long as He sees fit to use us. Pray that we would take advantage of every opportunity, no matter how small, to be used of Him in
this place and to bring Him glory.