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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:09:46 PM
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About a year ago I shared about my leg having neurological problems, leaving me unable to walk well. I had another EMG in July and lots of recent imaging and blood work done. The nerves in both legs have been affected, and now it's gone up into the middle of my torso, leaving my abdominal and back muscles unable to receive nerve motor messages. The sensory nerves aren't affected, so I'm not in any nerve pain. I see my local neurologist on Sept.6, who will have spoken with the doctor at Johns Hopkins, and they'll plan a spinal tap for me. If it doesn't show a problem... and they don't actually expect it will, then I have either ALS or a disease closely related. I am walking with splints on both legs but still fall often and see the progression coming quickly at this point.
I don't want to offend anyone who doesn't believe in the Lord. But frankly, I believe He can heal me at any time, and meanwhile give me and my husband a continuing peace. I've known almost total peace for the last month, but feel so deeply sorry for Phil. If you are led, please pray. Thank you so much.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:18:02 PM
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Ann,
Will certainly be praying. (((hugs)))
Carol Sue
Enjoying life. |
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
1825 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:19:18 PM
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| If you don't mind that my religion is different from yours, I certainly do pray that you'll receive the best possible care and support throughout the diagnostic process and beyond. You sound as if you're facing this with a lot of courage. Good for you! |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:23:29 PM
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I will keep you in my thoughts and hope and pray for continued strength and healing for both you and your husband, Ann.
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:26:06 PM
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Carol Sue and Rosemary, thank you... and Rosemary, no, I don't mind a bit; just wanted to be honest about myself.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:27:59 PM
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Thanks, Janice--I think we were writing at the same time and crossed paths.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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CountryBorn
True Blue Farmgirl
1545 Posts
Mary Jane
New York
USA
1545 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:28:31 PM
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Ann,
I am so sorry that you are having these health problems. I can imagine your husband is terribly upset. You do sound like a mountain of strength, I admire you very much. I pray that God continues to bring you this gift of peace and that things will turn out well for you. God Bless.
Mary Jane
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22942 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22942 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 2:45:19 PM
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Ann-
I hope something wonderful happens for you and the doctors can figure out how to help you!
*hugs*
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
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Garden_artist
True Blue Farmgirl
182 Posts
Tammy
Southern Coast Oregon
182 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 3:00:28 PM
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Ann,
I am praying for you and your husband. I pray for your peace and that God's will.
When I feel spring coming I have to plant or I’ll go crazy! |
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Annie S
True Blue Farmgirl
756 Posts
Annie
Custer
S.D.
USA
756 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 3:01:45 PM
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There are so many miracles happening these days, that I'm sure one will be coming your way. You sound like a very strong woman, so I know you will make it through this situation. ((hugs)).
Annie |
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
1573 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 3:32:28 PM
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| I'll be praying for you! Hugs! |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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mom2knk
True Blue Farmgirl
321 Posts
Blanche
So Cal
321 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 6:57:51 PM
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| Sending many good thoughts, hugs and prayers your way Ann!! |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
919 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 7:15:57 PM
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Praying for you and your husband.
Cheryl
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
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vintagegrl
True Blue Farmgirl
280 Posts
Jeanette
NH
USA
280 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 7:54:15 PM
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| Ann, I am sending healing thoughts and prayers your way. |
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aeminasian
True Blue Farmgirl
89 Posts
Alice
Danbury
Connecticut
USA
89 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2007 : 05:53:18 AM
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Ann, I am also sending healing thoughts your way. Be strong and know that you have the support of so many of us behind you.
Love,
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2007 : 08:09:57 AM
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I'm very grateful to you all. This began three and a half years ago, but the diagnoses were, although changing, always positive, i.e. at first it was believed that it could be fixed and I'd have the first leg back to normal. Later (this past spring) it looked like a different problem but at least it could be treated. Emotionally I've been all over the place during this time. When it sounded good this spring, we built a coop and bought day old chicks (MY idea :) and even promised my parents they could still move in with us and we'd care for them. I've dealt with anger and frustration earlier, but when at last it became almost certain this is not treatable, the Lord lifted all the fear from me. I am NOT strong, believe me. It's simply God's mercy that the peace is a tangible thing, which I thank and praise Him for.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2007 : 3:25:50 PM
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prayers goin' heavenward dear friend. feel better soon! xoxo, frannie
True Friends, Frannie
FREEDOM VALLEY FARM
KENTUCKY
http://freedomvalleyfarm.blogspot.com/
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junkjunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
1306 Posts
Judy
Lawrenceville
NJ
USA
1306 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2007 : 3:48:58 PM
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Ann, you're stronger than you think you are....with your strong faith, that will get you through. I'm really not very religious, I admit, but I will be sending prayers your way. Be well. Judy
"To have life in focus, we must have death in our field of vision." Benedictine monk John Main |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Sep 05 2007 : 10:27:51 AM
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Ann, I know you go to see your neurologist tomorrow. I just wanted to say that you've been on my mind and in my heart ever since this post. And tomorrow I will send special prayers and positive energy your way.
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
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nashbabe
True Blue Farmgirl
687 Posts
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Hideaway Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1553 Posts
Jo
Virginia
USA
1553 Posts |
Posted - Sep 05 2007 : 11:22:16 AM
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Thanks for the reminder to pray extra hard for Ann! Good luck tomorrow, we'll wait to hear what the doctors have to say.
Jo
"Wish I had time to work with herbs all day!" |
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