Category: My Healing Journey

December 13, 2017

Psalms 23:6 – Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Thankful that nothing can separate me from God’s love and favour. Peaceful contentment can only come when we trust the Lord wholeheartedly (Proverbs 3:5), and seek to please Him in all we do (Matthew 6:33).

December 14, 2017

Matthew 2:1-2
​ Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

Thankful that no matter what our station in life we can worship Christ with our whole heart. True worship shows reverence and adoration to God.
Worship is not only a precious gift to God but also helps to adjust our perspectives in life. It can fill our hearts with love, encourage us, and strengthen our faith.

“O Come All Ye Faithful
Joyful and triumphant,
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem.
Come and behold Him,
Born the King of Angels;
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
Christ the Lord.”

1:25p- Hands and wrists are tingly.  Rt wrist hurts.  Making soup in microwave, hands jerking while getting bowl of soup out.  I dropped bowl and spilt some liquid burning my rt hand on process.

Itchy skin.  Heart rate fast and hard.  Exhausted.  Trying to take care of three sickies while trying to heal yourself is not easy.

4:47p – I’m thankful that I survived being struck by lightning. One day I hope to attend the conference to talk to others who have also survived. 
It’s only been 4.5 months for me. It’s been a tough road, but I have already learned so much. I am thankful for God’s faithfulness and the new friends I’m making along the way. Lamentations 3:22-23

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https://www.nbcnews.com/leftfield/video/life-after-lightning-why-survivors-made-their-own-support-group-1115216963628?fbclid=IwAR244HXBpHMaPuEgVJ0F-vNbCo_tGvEwG1P8A7aBoxFudu02PdjWo02BNQU

• The above video link gives a small insight into what it feels to be struck by lightning and some of the aftereffects.
• It has been very helpful to be part of the lightning support groups that we found on Facebook. I have been able to ask questions of other survivors to find out if symptoms are associated with after effects of a lightning strike and how they handled them. Though no one has all the answers (sometimes no answers at all) it helps to know that someone else understands and gets where you are coming from.
• If you know of someone who has been struck by lightning or received electric shock injuries, please feel free to refer them to my page, or to https://www.lightning-strike.org/, or to one of the several lightning survivor support groups on Facebook.

December 11, 2017

1:51- took all morning to plsn meals for week and find best deals.  Now have a bad headache.  Brain hurtsz.  Out of breath and exhausted.

10:39p- Right hip throbbing. Rt ankle hurts.  Sensitivity to bright lights and loud noises.  Center of chest hurts.

Matthew 7:7-8
Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:  For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

Thankful that I can practice the presence of God throughout my day whether I am washing dishes, doing my personal devotions, running errands, or working on a job. When I practice “running the race” (1 Corinthians 9:24-27) with God by my side, I find more peace and joy than running alone.

December 12, 2017

Matthew 1:20
But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

Thankful that in the face of adversity Joseph chose to believe the Lord and faced the battle with courage and strength, knowing that God had a divine plan for it all. We may not understand the sorrow or turmoil we face here on earth, but God can turn our sorrows and pain into eternal joy if we allow Him to work in and through our lives.

10:08p- Forgot about writing until now.  Took muscle relaxer on top of Benadryl  as neurologist suggested.  I ended up over sleeping until 9am.  Rt hip aches, but doesn’t hurt as bad as yesterday.  Center of chest has had burning pain most of day.  Rt ankle achy.  Rt wrist swollen.  Upper back hurts.  Troubled with remembering specific words or saying what I’m thinking.

Got frustrated trying to pay bills this morning and my skin began a blushing flushing.  Got hot.  Not handling stress too well.

It’s time for bed and I’m wide awake.

God doesn’t choose us because He knows that were confident and able to follow.  He choses us because of what we’re capable of.

11:55p- Still wide awake.  Center of chest throbbing.  Beginning to get icy sensation as well.  Took pain pill.  Ringing in left ear.

December 9, 2017

Luke 19:2-5
And, behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that way. And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zacchaeus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house.

Thankful that of all the billions of people in the world God not only sees me, but also knows me by name!

1:52p- woke and still have a headache.  Entire right side hurts.

11:50p- Right side of head hurts.  Rt hip is throbbing.  Rt ankle hurts.  Cramping on rt side.  Rt ear hurts too.

December 10, 2017

8:41am – Headache is just about gone.  Rt hip swollen and throbbing like a severe tooth ache.  Rt foot and ankle hurts.  Eyes still sensitive to bright lights. Sinus cavities on face hurt especially on rt side.  Lower back aches.

11:35a- why would one have trouble focusing?  When I strain to do so it causez blurred vision and headaches.

10:02p- What a joyous time in church when a child rings the bell to acknowledge that she accepted Christ as her Saviour!

December 6, 2017

Luke 1:37 – For with God nothing shall be impossible.

Thankful that we can have eternal life through Jesus. He alone can change a life. He will take care of all our needs.

7:31p- Fell asleep fairly quickly, but woke up off and on most of night.  Woke up exhausted.

Rt hip hurts.  Feet are tingly like waking up from falling asleep.  Stuffy nose.  Neck hurts.  Hands aches.  Back is sore.

10:15p- I’m tired. Busy day.  FCS roller skating party today.  Bank.  Library.  Thrift Store.  Home again.

My upper torso hurts.  My head hurts. Rut hip hurts.  Body aches.  Left knee hurts.

December 7, 2017

My cheeks feel like they’re on fire!  Right ankle throbbing.  Lower back aches.  Eyes seem blurry.

December 8, 2017

7:27a- woke with a bad headache.  Stuffy nose.  Shoulders ache.  Rt hip hurts.

8:22p – IT’S SNOWING!!! 

9:46p – The kids made snowmen! 

December 3, 2017

8:43a- Slept 5 hours last night.  Got extremely hot then extremely cold all night.  Body aches all over.  Cycle pain.  Rushing too fast to get ready…getting dizzy.  I’m tired out now.

December 4, 2017

James 4:14
Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away.

Unexpected things could happen in a moment that will change your life in a flash. Treasure your loved ones. Pray about everything. Trust Him to provide. Be thankful for what God allows in your life today. I’m thankful that I can depend upon the Lord’s mercy and grace to sustain me throught it all.

9:34p- Whole body sore most of day.  Left ear ringing for about half hour.  Center of chest hurts.

December 5, 2017

John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Thankful that I have found a true friend in Jesus who will never, ever leave me. “He’s the fairest of ten thousands to my soul!”

9:07a- feeling really week right now.  Took me over an hour to figure out how to ship to AE address.

Sad thing is I know I’ve done it before.  I just don’t remember how.

December 1, 2017

5:31- been awake for what seems like hours.  My whole body aches.  Stuffy nose and having trouble breathing.  Feel like I’m burning up, but temp is 98.5.  Exhausted.

3:20p- Bp 155/95 hr 85, temp 99.0

Found out today that my low grade fever is due to my electrical system being fried by the lightning.  Dr. was actually encouraged that my temp was down a degree from last month.

Lightning fries the electrical system and goes straight to the brain.  Also, flushing is from the nerve damage.

Dr. thinks that the nosebleeds may be from the Naproxen and wants me to stop taking it for a while.  I asked what to do when pain gets too bad.  He said to take the Flexeril instead.  Also, wants me to take 2 Benadryl at night to help with allergies.

10:17p- Joe explained why he thinks I’m doing better than I think I’m doing.  He sees that I’m walking faster than I was.  I’m thinking and processing things a little faster.

December 2, 2017

9:04am- I actually slept for 6 hours last night.  I feel like I need more.  Upper back hurts.  Fingers hurt.  Feet cold.  Chest tingles.

12:45pm- Joe lifted me up from behind just to love on me and my spine cracked all the way up.

November 30, 2017

6:37a- Pain pulsating in back, lower legs, and feet throbbing, hands have pins and needles sensation.  Woke up exhausted.  Neck hurts.

8:02a- Isaiah 53:4-5 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted.  But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

Thankful that Jesus loved me so much that He was willing to endure much suffering and agony that I might be able to choose everlasting life.

12:17p- Trouble walking first thing this morning – sharp pain in left heal.  Lasted about 30 minutes or so.  Tried to start planning curriculum for next year…focused about a broken up hour before eyes start getting blurry, brain foggy, and brain hurts.

Back hurts, toes cold and chilly, fingers pins and needles sensation, hands ache, very tired.

3:45p- Kids got clean bill of health at dentist today. While getting in the car, one of them admitted they were nervous because they had forgotten to brush at night a few times. 
To which the other replied, “Who doesn’t forget to brush their teeth at night?”
I replied, “Me.”
First child says, ” That’s funny! Our mom who struggles remembering things right now. Remembers to brush her teeth every night.”  LOL!

11:14p- Horrible, aweful cramping on left side of torso!!! Joe made told me to drink pickle juice.  YUCK!  I ate two pickles instead and used heating pad for a while.

November 28, 2017

7:19a-  Psalms 23:2  He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

Thankful that the Lord gives us challenges in order for us to grow. All the while, He is there the time guiding, nurturing, and protecting.

11:25a- Stinging needles pain in upper back.  Skin feels flushed and is hot to the touch.

9:56p- Tired.  Neck hurts. Head hurts. Rt hip hurts.  Out of breath.  Forgetfulness…finally paid phone bill 5 days late.  Ugh!

November 29, 2017

6:40a- Psalms 37:7  Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.

Thankful that I have faith in the Lord who gives me hope beyond my circumstances and a peace that passes all understanding.

11:55a- Neck hurts.  Rt hip throbbing.  Headache.  Mildly achey all over.  Beginning to feel flushed.

November 27, 2017

6:05a- BP 143/79 hr 77  Head hurts.  Legs hurt.  Low back aches.  Hands ache.  Tired.  Eyes watering.

Crazy dream about riding a bike and accidentally hitting back end of semi-truck.  Messed up both tires and had to get new ones.

6:36a- It warms the heart to hear children get excited during the song service at church.

10:42p – In spite of feeling a bit under the weather lately, I hit a milestone today in recovery…I was able to make my bed without help today. I was a bit out of breath afterwards, but with God’s help I did it. Thank you, Lord!

Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield;
my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.
My heart leaps for joy,
and with my song I praise him.

6:10p- Head hurting on left side.  Had Dezirae check.  Actually have two sores.  Took pictures.  Had her clean them with peroxide.  *I think they may be related to the lightning injury.  Most think I’m silly for thinking so.

10:20p- Face is feeling flushed.  Decided to check BP 147/100 hr 86.  Have horrible burning indigestion.  Took Ranitidine 150 mg.

10:54p- Rt hip throbbing.  Skin is itchy.  Eyes watering.  Lower back achy.  Stuffy nose.  Feet and lower legs ache and have pins and needles sensation.

November 28, 2017

7:19a-  Psalms 23:2  He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

Thankful that the Lord gives us challenges in order for us to grow. All the while, He is there the time guiding, nurturing, and protecting.

11:25a- Stinging needles pain in upper back.  Skin feels flushed and is hot to the touch.

9:56p- Tired.  Neck hurts. Head hurts. Rt hip hurts.  Out of breath.  Forgetfulness…finally paid phone bill 5 days late.  Ugh!