As a flight attendant, I’m required to make sure all carry-on bags are stowed correctly before takeoff. On a transcontinental flight about two years ago, I twisted my knee suddenly while hastily putting away a bag so that the plane could depart on time.
Sitting in my jump seat for takeoff, I told myself the twinge of pain was nothing to worry about, but as the hours passed, my knee became more painful and swollen. I could barely stand, let alone be ready to respond to any emergency. The captain was notified, and it was decided that if I couldn’t perform my duties, we’d have to divert the plane and land as quickly as possible. With a full plane that was already delayed, this was the last thing I wanted.
I was very new to Christian Science, but I knew I needed to calm myself, not be afraid, and trust what I’d been learning about God’s unfailing care and protection of me.
