January 10th, 2022

Into the desert
 
Slept well last night. We fell asleep at 6pm, both catching up with this new time zone to wake at 4am.  So grateful we are on the same sleep schedule.  I had my  appointment this morning, with Dr. S., he was amazing.  Very attentive and thorough, listened to all I had to say and felt I was both healthy enough and prepared to begin Day one of my water fast.  So January 10th by 4 o'clock today will mark my first 24 hours water only! Rita has the same Dr and received the same report, so away we go into the desert! 
 
 We did go for a nice scenic walk while we still have the energy – the area is so quaint and inviting.  They have a commerce village close by, the grocery store is all organic with tons of fruits and veggies.  We walked the neighborhoods and found that most houses had lemon trees. We were granted permission to pick a few!  Almost all the homes have some type of front yard garden landscapes. It was a brisk walk and was certainly enjoyed.  
 
We spent most of the day in our room, topped off at 120oz of water by 6pm,  no signs of hunger just moments of subtle sadness that I will not be enjoying the taste of food for sometime. I have done 9 day water fast at home, found the 4-5-6thday to be the most trying, so it is good to have an idea of what is in store. 
 
Ritas friends called and prayed over us, it was received in our spirits for sure. We watched a movie and found ourselves falling asleep at 730pm. 
 
Jesus I thank you for bringing me to and walking me through this journey, You are all I need and I look forward to getting to know You on a still deeper level of Glory and truth of who You are and who I am in YOU.  Help me to be all You’ve called me to be for such a time a this. In Your most Holy name Jesus, Amen.