Author: Melissa

January 14, 2018

10:25a- Mental fog.  Tired.  Rt hip throbbing.  Left shoulder blade aches.  Hands & fingers tingle.  Toes are freezing.

11:29p- Yawned and it caused a painful cramp on right jaw.  Joe had to massage under my chin for it to ease a bit.  Hours later and my rt jaw and rt ear hurts.

January 15, 2018

Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Matthew 6:19-21

6:49a- Joe woke me up at 6am!  Ugh!  Not a morning person.  Rt hip hurts.  Head and ear hurts on rt side.

9:17a- Day 6 work out – 12 bicycle crunches, 10 swimmer kicks, 10 side lying left lifts – left, 10 side lying left lifts – right, 12 flutter kicks, 20 second plank.

2:30p -That moment when you realize you forgot to add the sugar for the no bake fudge cookies! 😲

January 16, 2018

7:44p- Day 7 workout – 10 side lounges, 12 swimmer and superman, 12 clapping crunches, 10 flutter kicks, 10 bicycle crunches, 20 second plank

7:46p- Upper back has stinging needle pain.  Tired.  Center of chest hurts.

January 11, 2018

9:52a- Woke up with stabbing needle pain in back.  Feel very sluggish. Hands and feet swollen. Congested.

10:17a- Day 4 workout – 13 heel touch; 14 adductor stretch in standing; 13 wall push ups; 11 butt bridge; 12 claps over head; 20 second plank

11;36p- Low back is throbbing.  Numbness in hands.  Stomach hurts. Don’t feel good today.  Lethargic.

January 12, 2018

Proverbs 4:26-27 – Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.  Turn not to the right hand nor to the left:
remove thy foot from evil.

If we ground ourselves in the faith of the Word, we will do our best to live day-to-day following His examples. Some days will be better than others, but knowing Christ is our cornerstone our foundation will not crumble in the midst of failures. Instead, we will dust ourselves off, get back up and keep trying. “It will be worth it all when we see Jesus”.

10:04a- Day 5 work out – rest day.

10:53p- uncomfortable throbbing pain in rt hip.  Stabbing needle pain  in upper back.  Congested.  Grouchy.  Still not feeling good.  Center of chest hurts.

January 13, 2018

Mark 10:27 – And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.

8:54a- Woke up to following: Throbbing pain in upper back.  Rt hip aches.  Hands and feet tingly as if waking up from falling asleep. 

In researching info., found   Stretches for Sciatica Pain Relief

“Here are six exercises that do just that:

• reclining pigeon pose
• sitting pigeon pose
• forward pigeon pose
• knee to opposite shoulder
• sitting spinal stretch
• standing hamstring stretch”

https://www.healthline.com/health/back-pain/sciatic-stretches#sitting-pigeon-pose

January 6, 2018

8:33a- tried to fuss at guys for leaving lid off sugar.  Instead I said, “You guys need to remember to put the sugar back on the Crisco.” To which they just busted up laughing!

7:53p- Took 3 hour nap from noon to 3pm. Sharp tingly pain in upper back.  Minor ache in rt hip.

11:20p- Slight headache after working on bulletin for church tomorrow.  Had to take a break from it part way through.

Sharp tingly pain in upper back.  Buttock hurts.  Rt hip achey.  Feet freezing even though I’ve had socks on all day.  Hands and wrists swollen and achey.

January 8, 2018

8:00a- Rough night!  Excruciating pain especially in upper chest and back!!!  Hurt all over.  Raining all night.

But verily God hath heard me; he hath attended to the voice of my prayer. Blessed be God, which hath not turned away my prayer, nor his mercy from me. Psalm 66:19-20

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Thankful for the freedom of prayer. It is not limited to a specific time or place. Prayer connects us with our Heavenly Father who wants to give us real joy even in the midst of our trials and pain.

9:00a- Started stretching exercises today…  Able to do the following: 10 squats; 5 wall push-ups; 15 side lying leg lifts – right; 15 side lying leg lifts – left; 10 butt bridges; 15 claps over head; 10 second plank.

1:26p- Janet, a friend,, asked how I was doing today. 

The Lord surely has blessed.  I’m thankful to be alive and for God’s faithfulness and mercy.

I’m probably at about 35%.  Some days I’m in excruciating pain, but other days its’ manageable.  Most doctor’s don’t know have a clue how to help except manage symptoms.  I’m determined to find natural resources to manage pain.

My biggest challenge right now is mentally – overcoming the brain damage – cognitive issues, focus & attention issues, frequent headaches, dizziness, some blurred vision, etc.

I’m clinging to the hope that God will heal me 100%, but I also know that it will take patience, perseverance, and lots of homework.

2:21p- Huge Praise! Just made our last car payment!! Woohoo!!! God is good! #feelsgoodtopayoffadebt

7:06p- I’m hurting… Both hands and wrists swollen.  Upper chest and back have sharp pain.

January 1, 2018

8:00a – woke in a sweat as if I broke another fever.  Eyes crusty and watery.  Upper back aches.  Low back hurts.  Shoulders ache.  Headache has eased up a bit.  Thankful the Lord has given me another day.

11:40p- Rt hip hurts.  Hands very swollen –couldn’t put ring on my hand.  Upper chest hurts.  Low back aches.  Thirsty.

January 2, 2018

8:00a- Sharp pains in upper back.  Hands swollen and achey.  Stuffy nose and congested.  Rt hip throbbing.  Eyes watery.

January 3, 2018

11:11a- BP 159/95 hr 85 lb200. temp 99.  Dr confirmed that I have a sinus infection.  Sinus cavities hurt.  Left ear hurts.  Headache.  Body aches.

9:10p- www.painscience.com/articles/strength-training.php

January 4, 2018

6:10a- My head hurts.  Rt hip and lower back throbbing.

6:36pm – Dezirae & I had fun putting together a winter floral arrangement for church.

“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature:  old things are passed away: behold, all things are become new.”   2 Corinthians 5:17

January 5, 2018

Sinuses are congested causing headache.  Rt hip hurts.  Lower back and tailbone throbbing.  Tired and want to go back to sleep.

December 30, 2017 · 

8:28a- Woke up to stomach pain, low back pain, upper chest tingling pain, and feeling like I just broke a sweat from fever.

Jeremiah 29:11 – For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

Thankful that the Lord’s thoughts toward us are always good. No matter what life may throw at us knowing that He loves and cares for us should not only help us to endure, but also give us confidence that He will be with us through it all (Philippians 1:6).

December 31, 2017

John 14:26-27 – But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. 
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

This year has been full of trials, traumas, blessings, hopes, and celebrations. I’m thankful that no matter what the new year may bring we can have peace that passes all understanding. Let’s strive to share this good news with others throughout the year ahead.

7:45p- Migraine most of day.  Low back aches. Rt hip hurts.  Hands swollen.  Feet cold.  Spot on head oozing & bleeding a little.  Sensitive to bright lights and loud noises.  Ringing in rt ear for about 30 minutes. 

Got unexpected visit from dear friend and her husband today.  What  a blessing to finally meet in person after all these years!  I cried and hugged her neck for a long time. Thank you, Lord! #Godisgoodallthetime

8:32pm- Feet are tiningly like theyre waking up from falling asleep.  Sensation is stronger in left foot.

11:14p- Received following notification on Facebook.  It was such an encouragement just when I needed one.

‎Kristin C. to Melissa S. – “Justin and Julia have both gotten to use ASL to talk with two separate people. Julia in Wal-Mart and Justin at work tonight. They were both so excited to be able to communicate with someone with what you have taught them. Both times they were grinning from ear to ear that they knew enough to really be able to communicate on some level. It is so incredible to watch their excitement. Thank you for being a part of teaching them something they can use for a lifetime ❤❤”

11:30p- Have major headache.  Discovered that one of my favorite websites has been changed up.  It saddens me because I am not able at present to process changes to maneuver through new blog to find what I need.  Broke down crying.  Jordon found my school flash drive.  Praise the Lord!

December 27, 2017  · 

12:12am- Low back hurts.  Rt hip hurts.  Went to night of lights with April & Mark.  Had to close eyes a few times because flashing lights were too much to handle, but it was fun.  Hands swollen and aching.

Hole in head still seeping fluid.  If I push on it, I get weird sensation in my head on left side.  Using frankincense oil to help.

7:27p- I attempted to take Benadryl last night for two reasons: 1. To see if that was cause of bloody nose, and 2. because I ran out of Zyrtec.  Had bloody nose again today.

8:32pm – researching information on grounding or “earthing” and it’s benefits

Earthing Science 101

https://wellnessmama.com/5600/earthing-grounding/

Grounding techniques

https://www.peirsac.org/peirsacui/er/educational_resources10.pdf

December 28, 2017 · 

7:29a- I hurt all over…not normal pain, but achey all over don’t feel good pain.  Face and sinuses hurt.  Nose is swollen.

Had another bloody nose this morning.  Wasn’t able to catch it before dripping on my top.  Going to start antibiotics to see if it’ll clear sinus pain.  Need to get stuff to make clear saline rinse solution to see if that’ll help too.

Colossians 1:16-17 – For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:  And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.

Thankful for Jesus Christ who is the Creator of all things.

9:11p- Left ear ringing.  Sinus cavities on face hurt.  Think I might have sinus infection.  Eyes watering.  Severe congestion with trouble breathing.  Rt hip throbbing with horrible pain down outside of rt leg.

December 29, 2017 · 

8:21a- I’m in horrible pain in lower back and rt hip!  Did not sleep well.  I just want to cry. 🙁  Wish I had some orange juice.

Sneezing like crazy.  Severe congestion.  Water eyes.  Rt ear hurts.  Sinus cavities sore and tender.  Bloody nose (snot bloody when I blow nose).