Well guess you could call the doctor appointment successful! He didn't adjust anything so I don't have to deal with that. I told him that I am having a problem with my throat. It feels a little thick and sometimes I have trouble pronouncing my words clearly. He didn't seem concerned and with feeling so well otherwise was afraid he'd mess something up if he adjusted anything.
His suggestion was to wait it out and in the meantime I should turn the battery packs off for 4 or 5 hours each (one at a time). The purpose of that would be to see if we can feel/notice a difference with my throat, that way he knows which side is causing the problem.
Wednesdya night I woke up a little after three and felt short of breath. I've had it before and usually if I sit up or reposition it goes away. This time it was different. I decided to turn the batteries off to see if that helps. I did the right one first and after a few minutes not feeling much better turned the left one off. That seemed to help. I turned the right one back on but thought I'd leave the left off till morning. Eventually I fell back to sleep and rested well. Thursday morning I turned it back on, and haven't had anymore such episodes! THANK YOU JESUS!!!
Friday my muscle therapist worked on it some and she said my throat was tight. I am hoping that having her work on it will loosen it. I guess my biggest fear is that if it gets too bad the only option is turning them down and after feeling so much better I'm not ready to do that. I'm thankfull God knows all things and has my best in mind. Thanks for caring and praying!!!
Monday, October 10, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
Thanks for your prayers. I called into the office this evening and was asking one of the nurses what she thinks about the appointment. She really encouraged me to keep it.
My appointment is at 9:30 Wednesday morning. Mom and I plan to go to Lancaster tomorrow evening since we only have a little over an hour from there rather than three from here.
Please pray that the programmer would know what adjustments could be most beneficial for me. Also, I would appreciate your prayers on behalf of the plans for the next few weeks that I would not feel too badly.
God bless each one with a wonderful week! :)
My appointment is at 9:30 Wednesday morning. Mom and I plan to go to Lancaster tomorrow evening since we only have a little over an hour from there rather than three from here.
Please pray that the programmer would know what adjustments could be most beneficial for me. Also, I would appreciate your prayers on behalf of the plans for the next few weeks that I would not feel too badly.
God bless each one with a wonderful week! :)
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
My apologies for keeping you all in such suspense. I was surprised to find that it's been nearly two months since my last update! :(
As I wrote in the last update, after seeing my programmer I was rather disappointed that I didn't see more positive results. It took a few weeks of patience and I began seeing and feeling wonderful changes. The pain resided to almost nothing. My neck seemed more stabilized and most days I am able to be up and around all day. I can actually live pretty good on eight hours of sleep, nine a few nights a week is nice.
As many of you know, I'm not one to just sit at home day after day with not much to do. Yes, I can find work if I look for it and do enjoy being able to help with cleaning, cooking, baking, laundry and such things here at home. However, I enjoy being around people and socializing too much to jut stick with that and find myself needing to "get out". I thank God for friends to plan fun things with that make my weeks go faster. Weekends are always a highlight because of different activities that fill them. At times it takes Monday to catch up on my sleep, but that's OK. I still like to get a muscle treatment every week and that continues to help keep my muscles limber. :)
I think I can say with the way the last few weeks have been going, a small part-time job would be nice. I have struggled some with the fact of not really being needed anywhere and have been praying that something suitable would come up. One evening last week I was feeling it pretty hard so I talked to the One who has my life planned and knows what I need. I cannot describe the sudden peace that came over me, and the realization that I am RIGHT where God want me for the time being. I still don't know all His plans for my life, but I do know that in His time He will lead me to just the job for me! :)
I'd like to ask special prayer for wisdom and guidance. Last week I thought my neck was pulling a little more, it's not real bad, just enough to be annoying. I've been debating whether to make an appointment or not. Today I called and there is an opening for next Wednesday, (October 5Th) at 9:30(never mind that it takes 3 hours to get there). I often feel more tired and wore out for up to a week after any adjustment, which could be a problem with some of the plans for the next few week, I really don't want to feel sick and out of it. However, I'm not sure about waiting for another month to go. I made the appointment for next Wednesday but did tell her the situation and that I may not take it. Please pray that I would make a wise decision with that.
I am going to close with something I read that encourages me and I hope it will do the same for you.
~The road ahead may not be easy, but it will be the greatest race you've ever attempted. And best of all the destination is certain. Throw yourself unreservedly into the work that God has called you to. Take hold of your future with both hands.
As I wrote in the last update, after seeing my programmer I was rather disappointed that I didn't see more positive results. It took a few weeks of patience and I began seeing and feeling wonderful changes. The pain resided to almost nothing. My neck seemed more stabilized and most days I am able to be up and around all day. I can actually live pretty good on eight hours of sleep, nine a few nights a week is nice.
As many of you know, I'm not one to just sit at home day after day with not much to do. Yes, I can find work if I look for it and do enjoy being able to help with cleaning, cooking, baking, laundry and such things here at home. However, I enjoy being around people and socializing too much to jut stick with that and find myself needing to "get out". I thank God for friends to plan fun things with that make my weeks go faster. Weekends are always a highlight because of different activities that fill them. At times it takes Monday to catch up on my sleep, but that's OK. I still like to get a muscle treatment every week and that continues to help keep my muscles limber. :)
I think I can say with the way the last few weeks have been going, a small part-time job would be nice. I have struggled some with the fact of not really being needed anywhere and have been praying that something suitable would come up. One evening last week I was feeling it pretty hard so I talked to the One who has my life planned and knows what I need. I cannot describe the sudden peace that came over me, and the realization that I am RIGHT where God want me for the time being. I still don't know all His plans for my life, but I do know that in His time He will lead me to just the job for me! :)
I'd like to ask special prayer for wisdom and guidance. Last week I thought my neck was pulling a little more, it's not real bad, just enough to be annoying. I've been debating whether to make an appointment or not. Today I called and there is an opening for next Wednesday, (October 5Th) at 9:30(never mind that it takes 3 hours to get there). I often feel more tired and wore out for up to a week after any adjustment, which could be a problem with some of the plans for the next few week, I really don't want to feel sick and out of it. However, I'm not sure about waiting for another month to go. I made the appointment for next Wednesday but did tell her the situation and that I may not take it. Please pray that I would make a wise decision with that.
I am going to close with something I read that encourages me and I hope it will do the same for you.
~The road ahead may not be easy, but it will be the greatest race you've ever attempted. And best of all the destination is certain. Throw yourself unreservedly into the work that God has called you to. Take hold of your future with both hands.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Had a good visit with the dr. yesterday. He seemed pleased with what he saw. He turned the voltage up again and wants me to wait a month before I see him again. As of now, I don't feel a whole lot of change and I am once again having more pain and pulling. :( I am really hoping that when the lyme leaves I will feel more difference. Sadly, I really can't say how long it's going to stay. I am getting a bit tired of all the waiting, but healing takes time and with God's help and your prayers, I will have the patience I need. :) A special thanks to those who have taken time to send me cards, txtd me, sent me emails ect... They are such an encouragement to me. It reminds me to do the same for those around me who are facing hard times as well. I am not in this battle alone and that thought makes it easier to keep fighting!!! :)
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
No words can describe the gratitude and happiness I feel in my heart today. I just have to post an update!!!! :)
Our church hosted the youth fellowship meetings this past weekend. Last week I had lots of pulling in my neck and quite a bit of pain. I kept praying God would allow me to feel good and have a good, fun weekend! His answer to my prayer was YES!!! It brings tears to my eyes... OUR GOD CAN DO ANYTHING, if we ask in FAITH and BELIEVE He will answer with what HE feels best.
I am pretty certain it was the BEST weekend I've had in a LONG time! Volleyball Friday evening and again Saturday afternoon. Much laughter and fun was had. Singing was AMAZING! Many challenging thoughts. Late nights and (not so late) mornings. Hanging out with old friends and making new ones. Good food.
Yup! I was able to be there, handle the crazy schedule, with pretty much NO PAIN! I feel amazingly well this morning and still not much pain and the pull isn't bad either. I am daring to hope just MAYBE things with my neck will be more upbeat again! :)
I have an appointment in Philly next Wednesday (August 3). I would definitely appreciate your prayers concerning that.
Have a good week and don't forget... GOD cares about EVERY detail of your life no matter how big or small, trust Him with your problems and concerns, He WILL take care of you.
Our church hosted the youth fellowship meetings this past weekend. Last week I had lots of pulling in my neck and quite a bit of pain. I kept praying God would allow me to feel good and have a good, fun weekend! His answer to my prayer was YES!!! It brings tears to my eyes... OUR GOD CAN DO ANYTHING, if we ask in FAITH and BELIEVE He will answer with what HE feels best.
I am pretty certain it was the BEST weekend I've had in a LONG time! Volleyball Friday evening and again Saturday afternoon. Much laughter and fun was had. Singing was AMAZING! Many challenging thoughts. Late nights and (not so late) mornings. Hanging out with old friends and making new ones. Good food.
Yup! I was able to be there, handle the crazy schedule, with pretty much NO PAIN! I feel amazingly well this morning and still not much pain and the pull isn't bad either. I am daring to hope just MAYBE things with my neck will be more upbeat again! :)
I have an appointment in Philly next Wednesday (August 3). I would definitely appreciate your prayers concerning that.
Have a good week and don't forget... GOD cares about EVERY detail of your life no matter how big or small, trust Him with your problems and concerns, He WILL take care of you.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
To my wonderful support group and prayer warriors...
I was at my nutrionalist on Tuesday. The sad report was... my Lyme is back! I am back on a few more "drops" and pills again in hopes of sending that Lyme away quickly! It appears I got a bite from an insect that carried Lyme and passed it to me. The happy part is... the bite only happened within the last two weeks which means we are on it pretty quick and hoping it will leave sooner too!
For some reason this time around it seems to be hitting harder. The neck pain and pulling don't help anything. I feel more sick with it and I am just totally ZAPPED in no time at all.
For example:
Thursday night I slept pretty much solid for 12 hours. It was pretty late when I got up so I ate lunch and got myself ready and went for a muscle treatment at 2:00 Friday afternoon. I got back around 3:30 and felt up to do some work so I busied myself with a project that took no more than half an hour. I was so tired when I finished so was resting a bit. At about 4:00 I decided to shower and take a nap before going to the youth activity. I had a good 30 minute nap and felt well enough to go. I had an enjoyable evening, played a game of v-ball then sat around and yakked for a while. Got home a little after 11:00 and by the I felt I would have thought I just came home from a 10 hour work day!!!
Please continue to pray... my patience seems to be getting rather thin as I wait for better times. I find it very hard to happily sit back as I watch my friends and sister party, have fun, go away, etc. I must often remind myself, I've done this for a little over a year, I can do it for a few more months yet,(LW) my party time is coming. I plan to talk to my nurse in Philly on Monday and am hoping to get an appointment there next week.
Thanks for caring! Your prayers, support, and encouragement are just what I need to keep fighting.
I was at my nutrionalist on Tuesday. The sad report was... my Lyme is back! I am back on a few more "drops" and pills again in hopes of sending that Lyme away quickly! It appears I got a bite from an insect that carried Lyme and passed it to me. The happy part is... the bite only happened within the last two weeks which means we are on it pretty quick and hoping it will leave sooner too!
For some reason this time around it seems to be hitting harder. The neck pain and pulling don't help anything. I feel more sick with it and I am just totally ZAPPED in no time at all.
For example:
Thursday night I slept pretty much solid for 12 hours. It was pretty late when I got up so I ate lunch and got myself ready and went for a muscle treatment at 2:00 Friday afternoon. I got back around 3:30 and felt up to do some work so I busied myself with a project that took no more than half an hour. I was so tired when I finished so was resting a bit. At about 4:00 I decided to shower and take a nap before going to the youth activity. I had a good 30 minute nap and felt well enough to go. I had an enjoyable evening, played a game of v-ball then sat around and yakked for a while. Got home a little after 11:00 and by the I felt I would have thought I just came home from a 10 hour work day!!!
Please continue to pray... my patience seems to be getting rather thin as I wait for better times. I find it very hard to happily sit back as I watch my friends and sister party, have fun, go away, etc. I must often remind myself, I've done this for a little over a year, I can do it for a few more months yet,(LW) my party time is coming. I plan to talk to my nurse in Philly on Monday and am hoping to get an appointment there next week.
Thanks for caring! Your prayers, support, and encouragement are just what I need to keep fighting.
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