And ....when I get sad or depressed I hide or pull a disappearing act.
I constantly tell my children that if they can't say something nice ...don't say anything at all. People have always felt the need to correct me or change me and I just want to tell people to please lighten up. We should have fun ...we should laugh and we're going to make a lot of mistakes. But we're human ...we're supposed to!! It's all a part living our live to the fullest.
This year I've met some of the nicest people in my life ....I've also met some of the most negative. And when you don't feel well ...the negative tends to weigh very heavy on your heart. If those negative people really knew me ...they'd already know I beat myself up enough as it is. I'm opinionated and have high standards and even I fail myself ...often!! But it doesn't stop me..... it just sets me back a tad.
Sorry for the downer post but I wanted to let you know why I was hiding!!
Now for the health update .... I have some good news and some not so good news.
My foot .... is finally pain free. I can walk without any pain. This summer I thought I was going to die the pain was so bad. I've been going twice a week to my Chiropractor and I'm happy to report it's no longer hurting. She said I'll always have the spur but I can live pain free as long as I do my homework. (I love her!!)
My thyroid medication was increased by four times and I have more energy. More like the old Angie ....except it doesn't last as long. 4pm is usually when my energy departs for the day :)
So, now for the bad news .... my right side is still hurting me non stop. My right thumb is still numb. My neck is no longer hurting ...but my shoulder, back and arm hurt something awful!! I ask my doctor on Monday was I ever going to feel my thumb again and she said "yes" but I'll admit I'm getting worried. All the Quilts I was going to make for Christmas ...again has been put on hold. I'm not sure why ...but God must have other plans for me.
Last but not least.... My eyesight is still blurry. I went back to the doc a few weeks ago and one of them said that even their main doctor took 8 months for his eyes to blend. I wanted to say "why didn't you say that to me sooner" but I kept my mouth shut. I have to say I'm worried that I may never be able to look at a computer screen again without this blurriness. But I continue to pray it will get better.
So....that's it ... now you see why I haven't posted much lately. I just want so badly to share good news instead of all the concerns I still have.
Thanks for all the emails asking me where I'd gone and if I was okay ....I'm sorry I worried some of you.
On a lighter note ... I have two positive things I will share soon :)
Have a great day!!
5 comments:
My heart goes out to you for all the changes and events in your life this past year. I just want to encourage you for who you are and what you do - you are such a blessing to so many people don't ever forget it. Surround yourself with people that lift you up not make you down.
I am glad to hear the good news and pray that you are out of pain with clear eyesight soon. You have been through SO much this year and I am amazed you have been able to do so much during such a difficult time. As Shirley said, you give so much and you are really appreciated.
We were actually talking about you last night at our SU! team meeting and saying what an inspiration you are.
I just saw your post on your SU! blog - how sweet is that little puppy???!!! You must be so excited. Happy Anniversary and lots of love to you XXX
Oh Angie... this year has sure brought on the challenges for you. Hope 2012 will be better! I'm sorry for those that are not kind in their postings to you. I will never understand why people have to be unkind. I agree with Bambie's mother.."If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all!" You have to feel sorry for them. They must be unhappy themselves. Just know that you have a following of devoted fans who love you and all you do for us stamp addicts! Take care and love that lil' puppy!
Hi Angie, I'm glad to see that you are back! I was starting to wonder what happened to you. More like, I was getting concerned that something was wrong. I'm glad to hear that you are on the mend. Sounds like you have a little way to go, but day by day, right? I'm glad you mentioned the reason you were away. I really want to relay to you that first, I love reading your everyday Angie blog. I find it to be enjoyable. You make me smile. Sometimes, you make me laugh. Be who you are and don't apologize for it. The people who find that they have to correct you, forget 'em. They have too much time on their hands. You have a big heart and it's very obvious. Take their unsolicited advice and throw it over your shoulder like a grain of salt. I agree with Thumper too. If you can't say something nice, then don't say nothin' at all. I look forward to your updates. Take care and stay in the sunshine.
Hi Angie: You and Dave have a very special bond to each other how wonderful. Congradulations on 20 years. Darling little dog. Enjoy. Hope your are well soon. Keeping you in my PRAYERS.
Love your work also.
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