Doctor Update
Just walked in from the doctors. This hasn’t been one of my better days thats for sure. I’ll keep positive and rely on my faith more so as I face this new challenge “sigh”
My doctor is a gem…I love her to pieces. She is so genuine and truly concerned about every aspect of my life. I can be myself with her and I thank God for that.
First my neck…..she wants to wait on having an x-ray because she feels it is musle/stress related. She felt my neck and said my muscles were extremely tight and felt possible some physical therapy would be beneficial. Oh geezzzzzzzzzzz…..3 times a week for 3 weeks… Just what I need more doctor appointments…..but its ok, I don’t want pain pills, or muscle relaxers..I want it fixed, not covered up. Soooooooo I’ll call and get that started.
My weight gain is getting worse and really scary. I know I cheated some over the holidays but not near enough to justify the amount of pounds I’ve put on. So far since Dec. 12 I’ve gone up 8 lbs. Not good. Dr. looked at my most recent blood work and said as of October 07 my thyroid was just fine. Shes somewhat concerned about the medication I’m on for high blood pressure. During my hospital visit they doubled the prescription amount. I’m on Norvasc and if she had it her way she’d take me off, but we have to check with the cardiologist first.
Ok…so this is the worst case scenerio. If it isn’t the Norvasc causing the weight gain then more then likely it is my congestive heart failure progressing. I realize this disease doesnt get better only worse. I will go for blood work tommorrow and they will check my heart function.
I fought back the tears on the way out of the doctors office. You see they always see my happy face…I had my fair share of tears but I’ll just take it a day at a time.
I stopped at Meijers to buy some “healthy” groceries. I’ve just about got all the “unhealthy” foods cleared out of the house…YIPPEE!!! As I’m fighting the tears and feeling so sad I started noticing people around me. I stumbled upon this very very large women. In the cart was a little girl, probably about 6 years old. I noticed the older large women had a bannana up to her ear…I glanced at the little girl, she too had a bannana up to her ear…LOL!!! I burst out into laughter as I watched them pretend they were talking on the phone. Oh thank you god for that…..the innocence of a child. Life is good. Things could be worse right!!! I will stay positive…work even harder on the healthy menus…and once my neck is feeling better I’ll be able to get back on the treadmill.
One day at a time Buddys!!! We have to stand strong…stay faithful….and be thankful for everyday we have.
P.S. Marge, I’m glad you copied it…Angela you too!! I copied it too!!! One of my friends sent it e-mail, what a nice way to start the day!!!
Alphabet Soup for the Soul
Letter I Inspire those around you by how you live, act, speak, and think. Be a person who raises the consciousness of others.
Hi Jane,
Big Hugs being sent your way!!!!!!!
I have been thinking about you and wondering how your dr’s appt went. I am sorry it wasn’t exactly how you had hoped it to be. Hang in there though and wait until you get all the tests back. In the meantime, I am going to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If you need a good laugh, I am pretty sure I can deliver that also!
Sorry to hear that about your doctors visit, I always hate it when my I jump to the worst case, but I would rather be prepared mentally for that. Hope you feel better soon…
Oh Jane… let the tears flow my friend. I know “I’m” sittin here cryin…
I don’t know much about congestive heart failure, and I don’t have any advice, but I’ve got loads and loads of shoulder for you to cry on anytime you need to, and I’ve got plenty of hugs and prayers.
I wish everyone I knew could take lessons from you on how to face adversity. I’ve never come across a woman who’s faith and optimism is as strong as yours.
It will be okay. Your doctor sounds like a good one and I bet she will get to the bottom of all this. I’m curious as to why she would want to take you off the Norvasc. One possible thought. If they doubled the Norvasc and it does not contain a diuretic, then you could be holding lots of fluid, and that could explain the weight gain.
The banana story made me giggle.
So I’ve sat here and cried and giggled all in one read. lol
Big HUGGGGGGGGGGS my friend. Chin up (after a good cry to loosen the muscle tension in your neck),
Shan
I hope all your medical problems start getting better soon. Despite the news you get you always sound strong. Keep up the attitude because that has to help. Huggs girl!
Oh Jane, I will sure be praying for you. They thought I had CHF, too. I understand how you feel. What a cool thing seeing that child with the banana! We are standing strong with you.
big hugs! kid on lap right now - he’d love the banana - that’s all i can write for now. love you buddy!
Letter I may be my favorite - to inspire though the words and actions. Wonderful.
Congestive heart failure (IF this is what it is) seems so scary and I detest these labels. But it is a starting point I suppose. I have known people who actually lived very long with this (even into their 90s actually). I feel the sadness and the worry and I am so a worrier Jane. But I think you are right to do your best with food, movement and DECREASING THE STRESS. You know Jane, sometimes I think it is necessary to take time for yourself and relax. Know that it is time well spent. You are worth it to say “NO” to people especially if you are feeling a bit pressed.
My little secret, that is not such a big secret (plastered all over my blogs) in how I have changed how I eat is to think this. Every time I eat a salad or a piece of fruit, a well prepared LOW fat meal, I think to myself - As I am chewing this food, I am providing some good and healing food for my body. Every morsel of healthy food is goodness. Enjoy every bite and know that as you taste it’s greatness and relax in the moment that you are giving yourself a gift. It is YOU time. We love you Jane. You are so near to me, you really are. You are a treasure and now let’s just take each moment and remember what a gift friendship is. Feed yourself like a queen my friend. Healthy food and a little movement, friends… this is the good life. Make good choices and heal. I have had to think this way because I have not been so healthy in my life. It works. PLEASE, let’s talk about stress or maybe you can take to someone who might actually know. I just have experience on my side. But it is that nasty stress that we must work on, ok?
I am not into “sorries” today. Everyday is a good day to make good decisions. And you know what, myself and so many here make poor choices all the time. Let’s make this a good life with good choices.
LET’s find our optimal health.
HUGS always!