My Journal and Diary
2026
May
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
I Lost Some of My Finger
Saturday I was blowing leaves off of my chicken coop roof, when my left ring finger got caught in the mulcher end of the blower. It crushed and mangled it a bit--I found out in the hospital, after the X-ray, that I lost some bone.
It was terrifying to think about my future! Consider how much depends on the use of one's finger, especially as a musician! I struggled with anxiety as my daughter's boyfriend Ian rushed me into Emergency.
I prayed the whole way in, and felt like God was reminding me that I am His, as He is mine. I trust Him, and I laid myself in His hands to use however He sees fit. With or without a finger, I will choose to worship Him and seek His glory.
It was so curious and providential that the scripture song I had recorded that week was All Things Work, from Romans 8. I kept reciting that verse all the way in.
Fortunately, I was seen quickly, and only lost the tip, and about 3/4s of my nail. I won't be able to play for some time. The pain is pretty bad, even three days later. I am typing with one hand, which makes things clumsy and annoying.
But I was still able to lead worship at my church, and felt full of praise for the God who loves us so much!