Listening is a gift...

Listening is a gift. I wish all doctors had the gift, but they don't. Saw a new doctor yesterday and he definitely didn't have the gift. It seemed the more I tried to explain, the more determined he became to take the conversation in his direction. Frustrating to say the least, but also futile. I was thankful I wouldn't have to spend any more time with him. I did pray to God and ask Him to help me know what to do - which was the proper direction to go next. I'm blessed because my doctors (3 different ones I see on a fairly regular basis) all listen. It's comforting and reassuring to know a person is listening to what you are saying. I took a moment to ask God to forgive me for the times I don't listen to Him. I'm going to try to listen more closely - starting today...