gift of good health

Health Issues Happen To Good People

One time, when I went to church years ago, a woman told another woman with a serious illness that people get the kind of illness they deserve. I had to remind myself I was in church, because I wanted to tell her, in no uncertain terms, that it wasn’t so. Job suffered horrible health problems, and he was a very good man. Health issues arise in Christians and non-Christians alike. We can have smooth sailing for many years with our health, and then all of a sudden the bottom drops out, and we can get everything from A to Z. God does not cause your medical issues, as it is part of aging that illnesses will pop up. Babies die before they even get a start in life, and we all think to ourselves, why? God did not want your baby to die. People die at all ages, and we do not know the answer for sure, so we ponder it. Death is your enemy when you are young, and death can be your friend when you are old. God has a special place in heaven for all of his followers, young or old.

God Is By Your Side In All Of Your Health Issues

We pray for our loved ones or for ourselves when health issues arise. God tries to help us through all of life’s storms. Naturally, people will get sick from various illnesses and conditions. People who have lived their whole lives may go blind, and people who ran marathons may eventually be unable to walk. Sometimes we get cases of flu and plagues that have killed many people over the years. Polio took the lives of many, and COVID-19 has as well. We will never be free of diseases on earth, as it is just part of nature. When we enter heaven, we will be free of all disease, pain, and suffering, and we will all understand each other no matter what our language is.

Take Care Of Yourself

Eat the right foods, exercise, and walk every day. It is not good for anyone to be idle. Keep learning something new every day to enrich your mind. Walking is one of the best forms of exercise, along with biking, skiing, roller skating, swimming, or chair exercises when you cannot walk anymore. If you sit, you rust, and that statement is very true indeed. The moment you stop walking is the moment that years will slip off of your life. Walking a dog is good exercise unless you have a huge dog that is hard for you to control, or the sidewalks are slippery in the winter months, which could cause a fall. Have an exercise partner and compare notes on how many steps you walked; you can encourage each other to go the extra mile, so to speak. Keep a journal of what you eat every day, and you will lose weight. God is one of the health coaches who always roots for you every single day of your life.

What My Cats Want For Christmas

Cat Toys And Cat Trees

My cats love cat trees. They love to sleep up high so they can keep watch on animals outdoors and the other cats in my house. Cats love to sleep from a high vantage point out in the wild and indoors, as they can spot prey or potential danger. I like a very sturdy cat tree; otherwise, the support for the bed will fall off, and you will have to repair it or replace the cat tree. I try to buy cat toys with catnip, as they are a favorite for most cats. I purchased a new cat massager for my cats, and they love to rub their face, checks, and under their chin on it. Cat hammocks are a must-have for my cats as they love to sleep in the hammock curled up in a tight little ball and keep warmer that way.

Heated Beds

My cats love the heated windowsill cat beds and the round ones on the ground. I have had one wicker plastic model that has lasted ten years and counting. My outdoor K&H heated cat beds last at least ten years before they wear out. Buy a top-quality heated bed, as it will last for many years. Wait for sale prices before buying a heated bed. I generally buy my heated cat beds in the middle of the summer for about 50% off the original price. My cats do not like heated beds that have a cover over them unless it has a roof. Sometimes, three to five cats may come out of a heated cat building in the middle of the winter.

A Heater Or Furnace For Your Cats

If you have cats in your home, they are most likely toasty and warm with your furnace. If your cats live in another building, have an infrared heater in it, or consider putting a furnace in the building, as it will distribute the heat evenly. Ensure your building has lots of insulation in the walls and the attic, as it will save you money on your heat bills. Have warm and draft-free areas for your cats to sleep in at all times, as cats do not do well with any drafts that may hit them while they sleep and may develop a respiratory illness.

Cats Want To Be Happy And Healthy Everyday

Give your cat the gift of regular vet visits. Your vet may be able to prevent a disease from killing your cat because he caught it early by examining it in an annual physical. Keeping your cat’s shots up to date may save his life and prevent your cats from sharing their illnesses with your other household cats if everyone has their shots current.

Cat Food And Treats

Buy grain-free and non-GMO cat food without byproducts or fillers, as you are what you eat. Try to buy dye-free cat food and canned food without ash. Cats love freeze-dried cat treats. If your cat does not like a particular brand of food, throw it away; your cat knows what is best for him because of how he feels after he eats it. Buy the best cat food that you can afford for your feline friend. I hope everyone’s dreams come true this Christmas and their feline friends live all of their nine lives to their fullest potential. God, thank you for all of our blessings, as we would be nothing without you. Praise be to God.