Category: My Healing Journey

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).

December 24, 2017

James 5:7-8 Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain. Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.

May we wait with the same anticipation for the Coming of the Lord as we do for Christmas day! As we wait, let us be busy doing what God has called us to do. Thankful that God, Emmanuel, is always with us.

10:17a- Woke up nauseous to my stomach.  Low back hurts.  Hands and feet tingly.  Hands ache.  Rt hip hurts.  Still sensitive to bright lights and loud noises.

December 25, 2017 · 

Luke 2:15-17 – And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.  And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

Thankful that the shepherds chose to go share the “Good News” of Christ so long ago. It’s now our vital responsibility to proclaim “good tidings of great joy” to all people.

5:18a- Tired today.  Had to ask for help to get foods ready in time for Christmas lunch. 

Rt hip hurts, head hurts, sharp stinging needle pain in upper back, hands and feet tingly.  Hands are swollen.

11:51p- I’m plum exhausted.  Center of chest hurts…feels caught.

December 22, 2017 · 

12:52p- Sore/indentation on head is still oozing fluid.  Not sure what to think.  Treating it with frankincense.

5:32p- Went with Mom to help her grocery shop.  Wore me out.  Crashed about 2pm.  Sprained my left hand trying to lift a box in my room.

9:46p – Praise: I was able to open a new pickle jar by myself. Continuing to make improvements is encouraging. Still have a ways to go. 
Even in the valley God is good!

December 23, 2017

8:22a- Woke at 11:30pm last night sick to my stomach.  I ended up sitting in front of toilet vomiting and shaking for a while.  The stomach acid burned my esophagus and throat.  I was crying.  Took a rantadine and chewed 2 tums to ease the pain. Woke at 2:30am to empty my bladder.  It was full!!!

Woke at 7am because I was hot.  My body hurts, left wrist and hand ache.  Rt hip throbbing.  Low back aches.  Tired, but I’m going to make breakfast.

Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Thankful for Jesus’ sacrificial, life-giving love for a sinful human race. Jesus came because He loves you and me.

“Not a palace for the little King, Nor a pillow for His bed; Not a scepter for His royal hand, Nor a crown adorns His head. Born in a manger long ago, How could the Savior love me so? He left His throne for Calvary, He came to earth for me.” ~Ron Hamilton

🎶 Jesus knew when he came
He would suffer in shame;
He could feel every pain and sorrow.
But He left Paradise,
With His blood He paid the price–
My redemption to Jesus I owe.

Born to die upon Calvary,
Jesus suffered my sin to forgive;
Born to die upon Calvary,
He was wounded that I might live.🎶

December 18, 2017

2:33p – It’s official. The flu bug as hit our home. Two youngest have it. I’m trying not to get it. Praying they’ll be better before Christmas.

6:52p- Lower back and both side hurt.  Stuffy nose.  Heart  beating hard.  Head hurts.  Chest hurts.

7:10- My body from waist up aches something aweful.  Rt wrist swollen and hurts. Neck hurts.

December 19, 2017

5:00p- I hurt all over!!!  My rt leg & hip are throbbing.  Hands and feet are swollen.  Toes in rt foot are numby.

10:54p- Burning sensation in lower back.  Rt leg and rt foot throbbing pain.  Rt toes feel numb.

December 20, 2017

6:13p -Our oldest gets to come home for Christmas! Looking forward to spending time with Jakob.

8:00p- I hurt all over today and moving slowly because of it.  Rt hip and lower back throbbing to almost tears.  Pain rx I must take.  Heating pad used.

December 21, 2107

8:53a – Matthew 1:23-24- Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:

Thankful that even though Joseph did not understand the whole picture he was willing to be obedient to the Lord. Because of his faith and obedience, God used him to help change the world.

3:07p- Swelling in both hands & ache. Low back hurts #6. Tired. Face flushing and hot.

December 16, 2017

Ephesians 2:8-10
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. 
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Thankful for God’s amazing grace!

December 17, 2017

8:52p – Starting to not feel good in a flu sick way.  Rest of my family has been battling it for a week now.

9:10p- Another unexplained bloody nose.  I had no warning this time.  It’s not from pain killers.  I haven’t taken one in at least three or four days.  I’ve been feeling it too.  I hurt so much, but trying to be brave. Idk.

9:47p- bright lights are bothering me.  Head hurts.  I’m achey all over.

11:41p- Chest is hurting.  I’m tired of being in pain all the time.  I just want to get better, but I don’t know how to fix this.  Lord, please help.

December 15, 2017

12:51a- Long day…moderate pain.  Second sore started leaking and it stinks.  Head hurts now and its tingling.  Not sure what to think.  Throbbing pain in middle lower back.  Rt hip hurts.  Rt ankle hurtz.  Rt wrist was swollen and aching.  Wore magnetic bracelet and it helped.  Upper back has tingling sensation.

🎶Jesus loves the little children
All the children of the world
Red, brown, yellow
Black and white
They are precious in His sight.
Jesus loves the little children
Of the world🎶

It blesses my heart to get hugs from the kids at church. It makes me more proud when they bring their friends to church. Now praying that the ones that came tonight will get saved. 😊

6:41p- Sore on head hurts.  Still oozing a little.  Back hurts.  Rt wrist swollen and throbbing.  Exhausted…need a nap.  Head feels foggy.

December 16, 2017

Ephesians 2:8-10
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. 
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Thankful for God’s amazing grace!