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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: Could use some prayers- update 03/28/15 |
texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2014 : 07:46:46 AM
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Hi Farmsisters!
Thank you all for your prayers! Good news! The test/scan I was so nervous about was late last week. My doctor called and all is good! Positive, positive news! On the right track now! Just have to go for more blood work in a few weeks to make sure I am all a-okay, but I feel great, energetic, and back to normal! I am productive, no aches, no pain, and am feeling so much better, after a year of feeling poorly! I am so happy to have found a doctor who listened to me, and recognized what was going on. One really has to be their own advocate. I wish I would have said something to you all before, but I was really frightened and not sure what was going on. Thanks again for all your love and prayers, girls! Ticks are nasty, nasty creatures!
Also, to update, my dad is sooo much better, too. :)
Big, happy, farmgirl hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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wildflower17
True Blue Farmgirl
3043 Posts
Judy
KY
USA
3043 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2014 : 08:43:21 AM
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Nicole...Praise the Lord for your wonderful news!!!God is so awesome and as we know...Prayer really does change things:):):)So happy to hear things are looking up for you and your dad!!!
Hugs!
Judy
PLANT SEEDS OF KINDNESS EVERYWHERE YOU GO!!!
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened...
"Country Girl at Heart...Blessed Beyond Measure"!!!
Farm Girl #5440 Farm Girl of The Month September 2013 |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2014 : 12:12:16 PM
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Yay Nicole!! This is wonderful news to hear!!! I am so happy to hear that you are well and feeling like your old self again. It must be a huge relief to you and your family to have this great news and recovery!! Time to celebrate, Farmgirl!!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2014 : 12:19:11 PM
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Greats news, Nicole. Big hugs. Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
2914 Posts
Cindy
2914 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2014 : 2:17:08 PM
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Great news! Praying that you and your dad continue to feel well. Cindy
"Come by the hills to the land where fancy is free; And stand where the peaks meet the sky and the rocks reach the sea.Where the rivers run clear and the bracken is gold in the sun. and cares of tomorrow must wait till this day is done"--Loreena McKennit "In many ways, you don't just live in the country, it lives inside you"--Ellen Eilers
Visit my blog at http://www.farmerinthebelle.blogspot.com/ |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Sep 17 2014 : 06:17:37 AM
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Hi Girls!
Wonderful news!!! I went to my last doctor appointment yesterday. My blood work is PERFECT! I am back to normal!!!!! Yippeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It was a long road to get to this point...over a year and a half. Tick illness can and do mimic so many other problems. Many thanks for all your prayers and cards over this long period. Now I am back to my old self! I am so very thankful!
Lyme can "hide", so I will watch for symptoms in the future, but for now, things are a-okay.
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
Edited by - texdane on Sep 17 2014 06:17:56 AM |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7718 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7718 Posts |
Posted - Sep 17 2014 : 8:09:18 PM
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Oh Nicole I am so glad for you that you are back to normal and feeling better.
hugs and on to a wonderful rest of the year!
darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment. by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly. Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I trust in you Jesus... |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2014 : 07:24:18 AM
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Nicole, that is fantastic news. I know God will return to you the things you missed out on this past year while not feeling good.
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt." |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2014 : 10:38:49 AM
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YES! Oh, Nicole! YES! YES! YES!!! I'm thrilled for you! We will have to catch up soon! Love you! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2015 : 4:34:13 PM
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Ugh. I wasn't feeling well again, and had to head back to my doctor. I hate being sick, or taking things slow! Anyway, I have been treated for my Lyme illness AGAIN. Apparently, it can lie dormant and be "brought back on" by stress. With my classes I am taking, and classes I am teaching, and burning the midnight oil, I was under the weather. I remember being bitten by a tick in early December, thinking it was awfully late for the critters. Definitely the same icky symptoms as last time.
So I am now off the antibiotic, but I could use some prayers that I can get rid of this Lyme bug for good, and get my system back in balance!
Do yourself a favor...take tick bites seriously and watch yourself in brush. I never wore long sleeves and pants because I would get too hot when I was clearing the brush on my property.
I'm "mama hen" and don't like taking it easy! But I also need to learn to not burn that midnight oil too much!
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7718 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7718 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2015 : 6:20:20 PM
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Praying for you Nicole, I have heard and read about lyme disease, and I bet you are very uncomfortable, so I am sending my prayers up for you.
Take care.
hugs darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment. by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly. Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I trust in you Jesus... |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2015 : 05:28:22 AM
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Sending prayers your way, Nicole, for regaining your health again. I know how hard it is to take it easy as I am one of those who fight being sick in any way. Hopefully, the antibiotic therapy will get you back on track soon and feeling much better!!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
16458 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
16458 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2015 : 07:20:44 AM
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Sorry to hear you're having to go through another bout of Lyme. Health mercies headed your way my dear.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7115 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7115 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2015 : 07:52:29 AM
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Nicole, prayer offered up for your peace of mind and for healing.
One thing I have learned from living with MS is that stress will trigger fatigue and other symptoms. We can't always live stress free, but when it does occur extra rest, good nutrition, and positive thinking will help us through it. Asking God for an extra helping of his grace & mercy gets me through a lot of bad times.
Sara FarmGirl Sister #6034 Aug 25, 2014
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2015 : 11:13:17 AM
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Nicole, you're still in my prayers. Hope you are continuing to feel better. Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2015 : 7:06:32 PM
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Nicole, I wish I could take your pain away. I am standing with you in prayer.
Catherine Sister #76 (2005) One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Mar 30 2015 : 3:23:13 PM
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Oh, Nicole... I was hoping you were completely healed and whole, and would never have to worry about this again.. I know this setback must be very difficult for you. Please know I'm praying. Try not to let this get you down. I know feeling so yucky after feeling so good must be depressing, but remember - you DID get better before! That's a HUGE deal, girlfriend! You also have a great doctor who really understands this disease, and that's ANOTHER huge deal! God made things come together for your good; He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow, so you can trust that He will do it again! And again, and again, if need be! He loves you and is watching over you, He will never leave nor forsake you. And this time, your farmgirl sisters are praying for you, and counting on Him to heal you - that's ANOTHER huge deal! Keep the faith - you WILL get better! Good things WILL come! :) Love you, sister. Let's talk soon, okay? Big hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5366 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5366 Posts |
Posted - Mar 30 2015 : 4:35:36 PM
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Praying dear farm sis! Big Hug! Connie Imagine....#3392 |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Mar 31 2015 : 6:15:36 PM
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Thank you all. I didn't want to bother anyone but a few farmgirls were emailing me wondering where I was. Yup, not feeling right again. The stronger antibiotic was tough to take, but I am so far, feeling better than I was. Hopefully I am all done with this now!
Learned at a CTNOFA (organic farmer organization) winter conference to take 16 0z water in a spray bottle with 1 oz of oil of eucalyptus, and keep it by the door to spray on pets and clothes before going outside. Course, right now we don't have ticks yet as everything is still frozen. But what a good idea.
Anyway, I will keep you all posted. Think I am on the right track again.
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Apr 01 2015 : 11:48:33 AM
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Nicole, happy to hear that you are feeling better. Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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knittingmom
True Blue Farmgirl
665 Posts
AnneMarie
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
665 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2015 : 8:21:55 PM
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Nicole, prayers said
Farmgirl Sister #3759
"There is no foot so small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world"
"The things that matter most are not really things after all" |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2015 : 08:37:32 AM
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Thanks, girls! I was disappointed that I started to feel poorly again, but I did have another tick bite late fall. My doctor fussed at me for not telling him! I took my round of antibiotics, and am on some good herbs, and feel better. My doctor says it can't take four months to bounce back completely, though I am doing much better.
Love my farmgirls! Thanks for praying for me!
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: Could use some prayers- update 03/28/15 |
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