Tuesday, February 5, 2013
I am grateful for my doctor...
Today I had a very thorough examination with my doctor. She went over all of the incidentals needed to document my process of living with my companion Lupus. We went over each medication...discussed the event of side effects. Yes, these medications do help to allow me to have a normal livelihood as an artist. But there are days when I am unsure what side is winning ...Lupus or the side effects of particular medications. I have to re-evaluate 1) maintaining a balanced life...resting at intervals when needed and avoid over using my joints and muscles . 2) I need to avoid stress and stressful situations...and people who can stress me out. 3) I need to maintain my medications in an effort to have the energy to share with my family, my work as an artist and continue an altered but cherished life living with Lupus. I am scheduled to have my annual mammogram on Friday and will discuss a bone density test with my specialist when I visit him on March 11. If this all sounds complex it is because it is and the frigid winter temperatures are just another hurdle to leap over. I am grateful for my network of specialists and loving doctors who have guided me through the last decades. I ran a couple errands and came home exhausted so I crawled into bed for a nap. Naps are my friends. Thank you all for your loving support yesterday when I shared my dismay.
Tonight we had a Mexican burrito for dinner and I came down and continued my work on my hand quilting. Somehow this slow process helps me ease into a positive state of mind and body. I am grateful for my doctors...they work together to keep me moving along. I am grateful because I am still here. I wish you all peace. Thank you for listening. Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart
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ReplyDeleteYou are very blessed to have doctors that are invested in your care. I hope that you will be able to find that perfect balance to keep you well and able to do what brings you joy. Naps are my friend as well, couldn't make it through some weeks without them. Wishing you strength, Oma Linda
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your health issues. You are such an inspiration and always send such warm thoughts on others blogs (mine included). I am sending you healing restful thoughts and I'm glad you have such good support in your doctors, friends and family.
ReplyDeleteInspirational, indeed, Mary Helen. Be well.
ReplyDeleteGlad that you are well taken care of my friend......It is not always easy to control the stress that others create....but I know you will and be victorious!!!!!!!Much love to you!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing so we can help you, help us....I am wishing you a peaceful weekend....
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