Those days where nothing really seems to go as it should.
I couldn't get out of bed this morning.
I couldn't figure out what to wear once I finally got out of bed.
Class seemed to drag out. Each class felt like it was longer than the previous.
Work didn't make me feel accomplished like it normally does.
The chiropractic adjustment today did not go well. I didn't think it was possible for it to be worse than my first adjustment, but man was I wrong! And I don't at all blame my doctor for this because he was great through all three neck adjustments today. Yes, three (and, yes, one is the norm).
The migraines returned and brought their good friend nausea with them.
Walking didn't help me feel better like it usually does. It actually made me feel worse.
I desperately need to do laundry but am so far from a laundry doing mood.
And I just took 4 different medications for 4 different things.
Yeah...it's definitely been one of those days...
Yay for onevoice because their beautiful voices singing praise to the Lord is really touching my heart and calming me right now.
I'm on vacation. Wow...that's really nice to say...
Since I have some spare time, and since the weather's been b-e-a-utiful here lately, I decided it would be a good time to give this blog a fresh new look! Maybe (notice the maybe) I'll get more creative next time and create my own blog background. We'll see...
I had an ever so pleasant experience on Monday morning (not). Went to the ENT where he put a scope down my nose to get a better look at the cyst. Trust me, it's more uncomfortable than it sounds. Turns out, the cyst isn't causing my migraines. To be quite honest, he wasn't even sure that I had the cyst as he didn't see anything that would pass as one.
Yesterday, I got an oh so lovely eyebrow wax, and it seriously was lovely. My hair grows fast. That has its pros and cons. Biggest con, eyebrows are made of hair, thus my eyebrows grow fast. They are impossible little suckers to tame. I can't begin to tell you how great it feels to have tame eyebrows again!! I'm lovin it!! :)
The most exciting thing I've done while on vacation, went to Anthropologie and bought some of their famous latte bowls (see pic below)!! I can't wait to use them when I get back! Since I have white dishes with black stripes around the rim, the brightly colored bowls will definitely add some spice to my cabinet! Best part, they're dishwasher and microwave safe! Can't even wait!!
Well, Mums is curled up in a ball taking a nap in the la-z-boy. Everytime I look up, I see her sleeping there so peacefully. Which makes me wish I was taking a nap right now... Since I'm on vacation, I think I just might, and I won't feel at all guilty, not even a little bit!! :)
Ok, so it's March. And I've gotten worse at blogging. What can I say?? The weeks are just blowing by!
Well, I've decided to out myself and become the poster child for all things rare.
Last post, I briefly mentioned having migraines. Well, an MRI showed I have more than just chronic migraines.
I have a rare cyst in my nose known as a Tornwaldt's cyst. It's approximately 9 mm in size. And I'll be seeing an ENT (ears, nose, throat) doctor next week about it. I've most likely had it since birth, but if it becomes inflamed or infected, it can cause headaches. Hopefully, I'll find out next week if it needs to come out or not.
Next, I have an underdeveloped left transverse sinus (vein located in the head). The blood flow through it isn't great. The majority of blood going to my brain is going through the right transverse sinus. This vein never fully developed in the womb. As long as nothing happens to the right one, I'll be ok to leave the left one be.
Finally, I have a rare neurological disorder known as Chiari I Malformation. Long story short, my brain sits lower in my head than it should thus creating pressure. If you want to know more about Chiari, this website offers great insight.
I am losing strength in my left side (dominant side). It isn't noticeable to others, but is to me. It can be frustrating at times, but I'm learning how to use my right hand when my left gives out.
On Tuesday of this week, I will be heading to Nashville to see another Neurologist to have my condition assessed. I will be heading home (wohoo!!) on Friday. While at home, I will see an ENT.
I have full faith and trust in the Lord. I know He is watching over me, helping me get through this, and giving me the strength I need during the difficult and frustrating times. I trust in Him with all of my heart, and I know He is the only one who can get me through this.
As unfortunate as this has been, it's been a HUGE blessing at the same time. I can't help but realize how blessed I am! Thanks and glory be to God!!
With that said, because I know the heart of life IS good, I'll leave you with my song. Every time this song plays and I'm near Mom, she always tells me how this song reminds her of me. So, whenever I get down and begin to miss my family, I play this song and smile.
"No it won't all go the way it should, but I know the heart of life is good!"
I'm an alumni from Western Kentucky University, home of the Hilltoppers!! Now that I'm a busy law student, this blog is my reminder to slow down and enjoy life. It may not be perfect, but it's my life!
