2009 in Review

So I've had a couple of days to think it over, and the one thing that keeps coming to mind about 2009 is: Good Riddance! I have hope that 2010 will be better because, honestly, how could it possibly be as bad as 2009?

To review:
1. J-Man was diagnosed with a variety of disorders. We started spending a good percentage of our time, energy and money on his therapy and related stuff.
2. After bouncing from one doctor to the next for several months and enduring some rather unpleasant testing, it appears that I have MS.
3. GM ran out of money, went bankrupt, layed off workers, etc. We spent most of the year wondering if the husband would continue to have a job.

Looking ahead:
1. We are progressing with J-Man's treatment, and his medication is getting closer to correctly balanced. We have a better understanding of the challenges facing us. We're still in pursuit of some pieces to the puzzle, including screening for fetal alcohol effect and some testing for short term memory problems. Our medical insurance has changed with the coming of the new year, and we think that some of J-Man's treatment will be covered.
2. I have a couple of leads for doctors I'd like to see, also possibly partially covered with the new insurance.
3. GM appears to be recovering, and the husband came through it all with his job still intact.

I'm guessing that you're a smart bird, and the fact that we're still dealing with some rather hefty issues didn't slip past you. So why am I hopeful? Herein lies my hope:

And he said unto me, "My grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (ESV)