It always amazes me when a true Gift of God is given to me. It has only happened a few times in my life but I know that it has happened again. I have been in so much pain, not as long as some here but for me way too long. It has been a tough road trying to find the answer to my pain and then to figure out how to treat this crazy disease. It has not been easy constantly trying to explain what is wrong with me and I am sure it as not been easy for my love ones as they too suffer from this terrible condition.
When I finally found what I thought was the solution, MVD surgery in Pittsburg (Dr. Horowitz i believe) it became evident that surgery may not happen due to financial reasons. I live in Oregon in a small town with a small airport. It is very expensive to fly to Pitts let alone hotel and food. My insurance will pay 100% of my surgery but my husband and parents would be burdened with the cost of the travel expenses. When all hope was lost, God sent me an angel in the form of a woman named Sue. She is a dear friend who has become like a mother to me. My husband is not able to come to Pitts because of his work (State Trooper Rookie) and needs to take care of three kids, my mother and father can only come for 1/2 of the trip and I have to stay in Pitts for 10 days. Sue told me today that she would come 5 days into my stay and stay with me and fly me home. She also is using her own travel points to pay for the entire hotel stay for my parents, myself and herself. She has also taken it upon herself to make all the air travel arrangements so I don’t have to worry about all of that.
God sent me more angels. All of you here have been a true gift. I know I would not have been able to manage all of this without all of the immediate support and guidance from all of you here on this site who have walked this road before me.
With all the fear and anger and stress and PAIN that goes along with TN I have also found that the gifts you take for granted on a normal day really shine when you need them the most. I have bee wondering why this is happening to me, why God has abandoned me but truly he is not walking beside me but carrying me through this. I know now that I will get through this and start to celebrate life again.
Tamara…We all have “blessings in disguise”. Thanks for the reminder to open our eyes to them. I’m so happy that things are working out for you and that the load is being taken off your shoulders.
My best, Judy
WONDERFUL news.
CAT
What a wonderful story although I am sorry you are going thru this. And none of us can understand why but I am personally thankful that I know mine is not as bad as some. When is your surgery?
You are truly blessed and I am so glad that you are going to get the relief you need. I wish you the best of luck. PLEASE keep us posted.
Hugs,
Debbie
Hi,
I am so happy for you. Let us know how you are doing. You are in my prayers.
Susan from Cape Cod
Dear Tamara,
I hope you are doing well. I can only imagine the gamut of emotions you are feeling right now. I will pray for you and all those who love and care for you. From my lips to God’s ears and on the wings of all the angels that surround you may may peace, comfort ,abundant love, good health, and a speedy recovery be with you .
As you know I had my surgery about 2 weeks ago. Deciding on surgery was a HUGE decision for me. Because of other illnesses , I always struggle with the my confidence in the medical community. Nevertheless, the decision to have MVD is one of the best decisions made not only for me, but also for the future quality of life I desire to live with my family and friends.
Although we read and see may negative outcomes and scary posts on line, don’t let it cloud or skew the vision you have for your surgical experience. Even though the surgeons encountered unexpected challenges ,my surgery went flawlessly. I didn’t even have to spend a single night in ICU. What a testimony of faith, expertise, and the power of positive thinking.
My recovery is going quite well. I am still a wee bit tired, but that is expected. I know you will be anxious to get back to work or as Sarah says, get back to life in “Better than normal” condition. Take you time, listen to your body and rest, rest, rest, and most significantly, let your loved one ones care and nurture you back to health. Just think, about the many times they observed you in excruciating pain and felt totally powerless to help you. In recovery we give them an opportunity to see the difference they make in our lives. Accepting their help gives them an opportunity to gain a little bit of their power back and, I think it also allows them to show their gratitude for our presence in their life. It is a thank you message of very powerful kind!
I really smile now when I think, despite, having major surgery, my initial post-operative period was less painful than my mildest TN attack.! It is almost unbelievable. Keep your positive attitude and your faith. Blessing abounds and more will follow.
As you travel may angels of safety and security surround youe with their steadfast care. Lots of hugs, peace , comfort and tenderness sent your way. As Michael Montainge said, “The birth of all things are weak and tender. Therefore we must keep our eyes intent of new beginnings”. May you be fully blessed in your journey to a new beginning.
Cheers to healthy new starts,
Aleshia