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Across the Fence:  Mysteries of MS  |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 10:03:41 AM
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I don't write a lot about MS except to say I deal with fatigue on a daily bases, or to explain why I no longer can read long passages, or do things perfectly. There are times though when something happens that I wish to talk about. Today is one of those days.
One thing I want y'all to understand about MS is that symptoms may occur ~ go away ~ only to come back years later. Today as I was sautéing ground beef on the stove my vision dimmed. I first checked the overhead light to see if one of the bulbs had burned out. It was okay.
I knew what was happening because I had experienced dimming of my eyesight over ten years ago. I wasn't frightened because I knew it would lift and my vision would be bright again. I finished cooking the beef than sat until thirty or so minutes later my vision was okay. I will continue to stay quiet today because past experience has taught be that's the best way to deal with these occurrences.
Thanks for listening to me. I don't tell my family because their first reaction is for me to see the doctor. There's nothing to be done. If I went to the doctor every time I had a weird symptom I would have to camp out on her doorstep. I am okay and feel a lot better for having talk with you. FarmGirl sisters are the best.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
16441 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
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Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 10:51:23 AM
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When you sit to process/sort and put to rest a health scare, those who love you (and that includes us) can be there in an imaginary hug. You're right, the fanfare of alerting those around you and going to the doctor seems to interfere with your ability to transport yourself to a better place about it--mustering your immune system. In other words, hugs Sara.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3488 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3488 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 11:01:33 AM
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Sara
I will send prayers for you. So sorry this is happening. I agree with MaryJane sit, rest, and process. Remain calm and know that God is right there beside you. Hugs
Farmgirl #5111
Farmgirl of the month October 2014
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
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Mikki
True Blue Farmgirl
1510 Posts
Mikki
Austin
Indiana
USA
1510 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7543 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7543 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 1:13:47 PM
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Hugs and prayers Sara. Listen to MaryJane and please take care of yourself.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13645 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4745 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4745 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 2:42:50 PM
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I'm sorry to hear you have MS Sara. My sister was diagnosed with it about 20 years ago. She has her good days, her "rocky" days, and her really bad ones too. I pray that your vision and symptoms will settle down and back to normal, hopefully for good.
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
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Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 3:52:38 PM
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Sara, you are always quick to offer prayers for others here. You always have encouraging words and wise advice. What a true and strong farmgirl you are!
It's our turn to love on you. I am quite impressed with the amount of peace that exudes from your words. You don't seem frantic. How amazing that you have the strength to just accept the dimming of your vision and keep on cooking.
I know from other posts of yours that your faith is your anchor. God's love certainly shines through you.
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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NY Pumpkin girl
True Blue Farmgirl
104 Posts
Christine
Gouverneur
New York
USA
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Posted - Nov 05 2015 : 5:06:04 PM
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Take care Sara, and make sure you rest enough. I have Lupus and know that is something that comes and goes also and everyday is different. Take care and God bless... Your farmgirl sister Christine.
NY Pumpkin girl Farmgirl sister 6634. |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6633 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6633 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2015 : 07:37:52 AM
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Take care Sara and lots of hugs from down here in Florida!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 |
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2015 : 11:01:41 PM
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Sara, consider yourself hugged. I I am so sorry you have to deal with this. I am glad you can vent. Anytime girl. We're here for you.
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2015 : 05:52:33 AM
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Thank you friends for all your sweet and encouraging words. I needed a hug and you all gave me one. Today is a good day and I plan on enjoying it to the fullest. My hope and prayer is that each of you are having a good day too.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6633 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6633 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2015 : 11:39:18 AM
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Hi Sara, I am delighted to hear that today is a good day for you! Thankfully, I am having a wonderful day here as well. We've been invited to a friend's annual Open House and l am looking forward to visiting the friends that I don't get to see that often.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2015 : 12:25:52 PM
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Winnie, I love open houses whether I am hosting or attending. I like the freedom to come & go. Enjoy visiting with your friends.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2015 : 04:25:00 AM
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Grace, I so like to be wrapped in hugs.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth. |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13645 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13645 Posts |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6633 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6633 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2015 : 10:58:16 AM
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HI Sara and hoping that this week is another good one! Sending extra hugs in case you need a few extra!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2015 : 11:00:43 AM
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CeeJay & Winnie, it's a dark and rainy day today so warm hugs are gladly welcomed. Having a good day just a piddling around the house.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth. |
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2015 : 7:25:28 PM
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Sara, my hugs come with a warm quilt attached. I sympathize with you. I have arthritis and fibromyalgia today my right knee gave out several times. Just sitting calmly and trying to relax is the best I can do. Love you kid, take care.
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2015 : 11:08:26 PM
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Bonnie, we that deal with chronic pain or other symptoms do seem to handle it better when we give our bodies plenty of rest and strive for peace in our lives.
Hugs right back to you. Hope you have a little dab of handwork close by when you are just a sitting and a thinking.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth. |
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 03:43:49 AM
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Sara- thank you! I believe God is using your situation to help others- including me. This is the first time I have read this thread,and I needed it! I am an overachiever... And push through and fight back as much as I can... They thought I had MS years ago as I dealt with optic neuritis reversed with steroids multiple times,as well as spending time in a wheelchair due to not being able to move anything below my hips. Most of those symptoms went away with my pregnancy (s), which is interesting since they consider using pregnancy hormones as a treatment. Now I deal with fibro. And my answer is always to push back and fight... Which works until I can't... Until I break and the sence of being overwhelmed envelopes me in depression. And then I stop... I shut down and barely function.. Until my body gts the rest and quiet it is so desperately screams out for. How different my life would be if I were to learn from you... That when my body starts showing symptoms, rather than pushing and fighting through, I stop to rest and to pray... To keep my focus on Him.
(((Hugs))) my friend! I pray you have more good days than bad and that you continue to listen to your body. Thank you for teaching/reminding me that it is okay.. And right... To rest in Him when I need to!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 05:22:11 AM
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Shannon, I read what all you do for your family and others and I wonder how you manage it all. I'm glad you found this thread and my words helped you to look at things a little different. Remember your family is depending on you and you only have one body, mind, and emotions. Yes, the Lord does share his peace with us.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth. |
Edited by - YellowRose on Nov 17 2015 05:22:53 AM |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7045 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7045 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 06:04:37 AM
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Thanks Deborah, for your kind words. Sweet words are hugs across the miles.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth. |
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