A donation for my doctor (Day 3)

My family has had the same doctor for about 20 years now. He is the most amazing, caring, special doctor the world has ever known. He has been with my family through some very difficult times, especially with my Grandparents. A couple of months ago my Mom was sick and went to the doctors office. She got there and found out that our doctor was on medical leave. It is very upsetting when the person that takes care of you and your loved ones when you are sick is now the sick one. We did not know why he was on medical leave and the office did not give out any further information. So of course we all prayed for him anyway, not knowing the severity of it. I found out last night through a neighbor that it was cancer and he had to have his kidney removed. He is supposedly doing well and should return in the future. I couldn't stop thinking about him. And I started thinking that I really only turn to my church when I'm in need. When someone around me is sick or I am in trouble, that is when I turn to prayer. I decided that my gift for today would be making a donation to my church, and at the same time I could light a candle and say a prayer for my doctor. I arrived at my church with two 5 dollar bills in my pocketbook. I have lit candles before and usually put a dollar or two in the donation box, but I figured today I would put $5 in. I walked in and sat down quietly to join the other 10 people that were quietly praying. It was nice and relaxing and was the first time in a long time that I felt close to God. I felt like I belonged there. After praying for about 15 minutes and enjoying how beautiful the alter was decorated for Christmas I got up and walked to the candles. I reached in my pocketbook and decided to donate both 5 dollar bills that I had. I am on unemployment and really don't have extra money to give away right now, but I felt it was the right thing to do. I had relied on the church whenever I needed them, so I felt this was a perfect gift for my church and my doctor as well. I just keep feeling better, everyday, about myself and my future. I'm realizing that my life is a gift. :)