The power of prayer!!!!

This is a post I was really wanting to write about, but bare with me as I'm not a very good writer.
I know there are so many people out there that question the power of prayer, and yes sometimes I was one of them. But this past month has put all of my questions behind me and has made me a strong believer in God and all His workings as well as the power of prayer.
This past month has been a very scary rollercoaster ride we have been on. God knows I have sent Him many prayers to help my best friend through this battle and I know so many other people have been praying for him too. I'm realizing now how much God is looking out for us. Not only has He been helping Chris through this battle physically, but its the little things He is doing for us too.
Although we do have insurance, most everyone knows that is doesn't pay for everything. We have a deductible as well as copays that need to be paid to each doctor. This was the least of my concerns because I knew that we would make it so it wasn't on the top of my prayers. But I know God knew it was going to be a struggle for us so in His little ways He has helped us. This year we are getting the most money back in taxes that we have ever received. Earlier this week we had a check sent to us in the mail informing me that I overpaid our vehicle insurance (something I never do). Then yesterday we received a check from our mortgage company for extra money in our escrow and our mortgage went down $50 a month since we are putting too much money in our escrow. As I looked at this check all I could do is tell God "thank you!!!!" I know these are signs from Him telling us not to worry about the money that He will take care of us!
I know everyone says that until you walk in someones shoes you will never know what they have been through. I am now realizing the truth to this. When we first found out all the information about how bad Chris' melanoma was and this nightmare he was going to be going through, all I wanted to do was curl up in a ball and just cry!!!It really took everything I had not to just break down in front of Chris and cry hysterically! I knew I had to be strong for Chris and the kids and I wasn't sure how I would be able to do it. So as I cried in the shower, so no one could see, I prayed and prayed for God to somehow give me some strength. He listened and something snapped inside of me. I just took over everything and just made it one day at a time. I understand the saying "take it one day at a time" now too. I always thought it meant just to make it through the day but it has more meaning than that. I quickly learned not to look at my schedule and think of everything that had to be done that month or even that week. I would just look at the calendar one day at a time and just do the things I needed to do for that one day. It really helped me from getting panicked and overwhelmed. And with that I was able to take it one day at a time.
I also learned how many wonderful friends I have. As the e-mails and phone calls began to pour in with how everyone can help, I was just consumed with how generous everyone was! I also realized how much power a hug can hold. From a something as simple as a hug, I could feel some of the pain, fear, weariness, etc. drain from my body in the few seconds the hug lasted. That split second could give me enough energy to make it through the day.
I also have to mention that Chris had decided it would be a good idea to start praying the rosary again and the next day in the mail a family from Church sent Chris a rosary and a large card to remind him how to pray the rosary! God is truly a miracle worker and if I ever questioned His power before, I can assure you I no longer do!
So as Chris continues his battle, I will continue my prayers! I can't wait to see what else His powers can do to help our family through this difficult time!