With deep gratitude I wish to acknowledge what Christian Science has done for me. Over twenty-five years ago I began the study of this Science on account of a physical condition which had been diagnosed by doctors as heart, stomach, and kidney trouble. The physician told me that even with the best of care I could live but a short time. I was healed through Christian Science.
Since then Science has met my every need. A severe case of ptomaine poisoning was healed in one treatment. In twenty-four hours I was able to resume my duties. At one time I injured my knee and sprained both ankles by falling down several steps. After working mentally, as we are taught in Christian Science, for about twenty minutes, I was able to go for an automobile drive and attend a dinner to which I had been invited. But on returning home I found that I had lost the use of my limbs. My son became alarmed and wished to call a physician. I said, "No, please read the chapter on Prayer in Science and Health." This he did for about two hours. The swelling went down, and the pain became less, so that I could move my ankles. The next day I walked about the house, using a cane, and after three days I was able to do all of my housework. The discoloration left gradually. I have never suffered any aftereffects from the injury.
About nine years ago I became very ill. To human sense it seemed impossible to go on living. I asked for help in Christian Science and this was lovingly given. This healing was slow, but complete. For the many lessons I learned during this seeming trial I am grateful. Astigmatism, for which I had worn glasses for twenty years, has been overcome through growth in the understanding of Christian Science.
