Re: Asking for Prayers, Please

[Guest guest]

I'm sorry to hear about your situation PJ.

I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Asking for Prayers, Please

Hello All,

I'm writing to ask for prayers for the next 24-48 hours from you

guys if you wouldn't mind. Tomorrow (Wednesday) is the day I find

out more about my diagnosis from the rheumatologist and I'm very

nervous and fearful. Also, on Thursday I go back to the orthopedic

surgeon for my herniated disks to discuss that health problem. I've

been in and out of dr.'s offices, x-rays, labs, MRI's, etc. for

about 2 months now. It is down to the wire, and I will finally get

to find out the outcome about my road ahead.

Guess I could use some extra strength and courage to face whatever

I'll be asked to face. Some of the possible diagnoses my dr. has

mentioned are: Lupus -- discoid or SLE, rheumatoid arthritis,

ankylosing spondylosis, scleroderma, Sjogren's Syndrome, etc. and

many of these come equipped with possible heart, lung, and kidney

problems -- some of which could be very serious. I'm 47, and in a

tremendous amount of pain all the time. I already have been

diagnosed with fibromyalgia (for the past few years), and several

herniated disks (in the past month or two); but now will find out

more regarding my health.

I apologize for seeming to whine and complain here. I'm a super

positive, fairly dynamic person, who has had my share of ups and

downs, and have always learned from life's experiences, and have

bounced back. But, we've had so many difficulties in my immediate

family the past several months that I'm feeling worn out and

exhausted, and not " up " to having to deal with too much more at this

point. I hope those of you who know me understand, and those who

don't, can find compassion in your heart to pray for me as well. I'm

a medical transcription student (online), who has basically had to

put my school coursework on hold for several months now, and I need

to hurry up and finish my coursework so I can go back to work --

SOON. I have 3 kids, 2 dogs, and am married.

I'm hopeful to be able to find a diagnosis for the extreme pain,

extreme fatigue, insomnia, and other assorted multiple ailments I

deal with on a daily basis. But, on the other hand, this is one of

those times in life, where I already am feeling a little defeated

due to such fatigue and pain, and am not sure how much more I can

endure right now. Anyway, I'd so greatly appreciate any prayers you

guys can give on my behalf, and I thank you from the bottom of my

heart -- ahead of time for your graciousness and kindness and love.

Love & hugs, PJ

owner/moderator of Affirmations to De-Stress

[Guest guest]

I'm sending prayers and positive/happy thoughts your way for tomorrow!

Hopefully the Rheumatologist will be helpful. Remember, Knowledge is Power!

Sending All My Hugs,

/Andie : )

[Guest guest]

Thank you so much, ! (oh, and I took you off moderated status, so you

can post easier -- I really thought I had already done it, but my mind must be

slipping some).

Thanks again, PJ

scottsincrediblebooks wrote:

I'm sorry to hear about your situation PJ.

I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Asking for Prayers, Please

Hello All,

I'm writing to ask for prayers for the next 24-48 hours from you

guys if you wouldn't mind. Tomorrow (Wednesday) is the day I find

out more about my diagnosis from the rheumatologist and I'm very

nervous and fearful. Also, on Thursday I go back to the orthopedic

surgeon for my herniated disks to discuss that health problem. I've

been in and out of dr.'s offices, x-rays, labs, MRI's, etc. for

about 2 months now. It is down to the wire, and I will finally get

to find out the outcome about my road ahead.

Guess I could use some extra strength and courage to face whatever

I'll be asked to face. Some of the possible diagnoses my dr. has

mentioned are: Lupus -- discoid or SLE, rheumatoid arthritis,

ankylosing spondylosis, scleroderma, Sjogren's Syndrome, etc. and

many of these come equipped with possible heart, lung, and kidney

problems -- some of which could be very serious. I'm 47, and in a

tremendous amount of pain all the time. I already have been

diagnosed with fibromyalgia (for the past few years), and several

herniated disks (in the past month or two); but now will find out

more regarding my health.

I apologize for seeming to whine and complain here. I'm a super

positive, fairly dynamic person, who has had my share of ups and

downs, and have always learned from life's experiences, and have

bounced back. But, we've had so many difficulties in my immediate

family the past several months that I'm feeling worn out and

exhausted, and not " up " to having to deal with too much more at this

point. I hope those of you who know me understand, and those who

don't, can find compassion in your heart to pray for me as well. I'm

a medical transcription student (online), who has basically had to

put my school coursework on hold for several months now, and I need

to hurry up and finish my coursework so I can go back to work --

SOON. I have 3 kids, 2 dogs, and am married.

I'm hopeful to be able to find a diagnosis for the extreme pain,

extreme fatigue, insomnia, and other assorted multiple ailments I

deal with on a daily basis. But, on the other hand, this is one of

those times in life, where I already am feeling a little defeated

due to such fatigue and pain, and am not sure how much more I can

endure right now. Anyway, I'd so greatly appreciate any prayers you

guys can give on my behalf, and I thank you from the bottom of my

heart -- ahead of time for your graciousness and kindness and love.

Love & hugs, PJ

owner/moderator of Affirmations to De-Stress

[Guest guest]

,

Hey, Girl. It goes both ways! Let me know how you are doing! I

can pray more for you, also!! We've got to stick this out together!! I've been

thinking a lot about you lately, but have just been too bla to write.

Seriously, let me know how your health is , also!! I really care! Love & Hugs,

PJ

Tilley wrote:

I'm sending prayers and positive/happy thoughts your way for tomorrow!

Hopefully the Rheumatologist will be helpful. Remember, Knowledge is Power!

Sending All My Hugs,

/Andie : )

[Guest guest]

PJ,

Hey back : ) I have been too blah and sore to write too. I start to write

and get lost in all of the quotes that have been posted the last few days

LOL

I was diagnosed yesterday with Fibromyalgia, and I am in the middle of a

wonderful flare. They are running further tests for the Lupus. Rheumatoid

Arthritis has been ruled out! LOL Okay, I am still sore from the

appointment yesterday, but I got a Fibromyalgia diagnosis that I can take

back to my conservative doc...so I am so happy! Now, I just need to get

through this flare and the wait for the Lupus test results LOL Please keep

praying for me, I truly appreciate it. I have final exams and my childrens'

homeschool review to get through this week and next...and you know how

stress amps up these symptoms : )

RE: Asking for Prayers, Please

,

Hey, Girl. It goes both ways! Let me know how you are doing!

I can pray more for you, also!! We've got to stick this out together!!

I've been thinking a lot about you lately, but have just been too bla to

write. Seriously, let me know how your health is , also!! I really care!

Love & Hugs, PJ

Tilley wrote:

I'm sending prayers and positive/happy thoughts your way for tomorrow!

Hopefully the Rheumatologist will be helpful. Remember, Knowledge is Power!

Sending All My Hugs,

/Andie : )

[Guest guest]

Hey, Andie!

Sorry to hear about the diagnosis -- however, it can be a relief,

when you feel so bad, and the docs say, " it's all in your head " . That isn't too

comforting! So when you look at it that way, it is great to be able to put a

name to the pain!!! Let me know about the lupus! And if you need any book

recommendations on fibromyalgia. Have had that several years, and kinda know

about it. Stress can definitely make it much worse. Particularly if you are

already having a flare up! So relax when you can. Take a short catnap when you

can. Take some slow deep breaths, and tell yourself that " all is well. " And try

to believe it, and this too shall pass! I know, I can give advice, but I don't

always do it myself!! Silly me! Very glad to hear you have a diagnosis and

that you are trying to hang in there. Feel free to email me personally if you

have any questions on the fibromyalgia, treatment, books, medications, etc. I'd

be more than happy to help!

Love & Hugs, PJ

Tilley wrote:

PJ,

Hey back : ) I have been too blah and sore to write too. I start to write

and get lost in all of the quotes that have been posted the last few days

LOL

I was diagnosed yesterday with Fibromyalgia, and I am in the middle of a

wonderful flare. They are running further tests for the Lupus. Rheumatoid

Arthritis has been ruled out! LOL Okay, I am still sore from the

appointment yesterday, but I got a Fibromyalgia diagnosis that I can take

back to my conservative doc...so I am so happy! Now, I just need to get

through this flare and the wait for the Lupus test results LOL Please keep

praying for me, I truly appreciate it. I have final exams and my childrens'

homeschool review to get through this week and next...and you know how

stress amps up these symptoms : )

RE: Asking for Prayers, Please

,

Hey, Girl. It goes both ways! Let me know how you are doing!

I can pray more for you, also!! We've got to stick this out together!!

I've been thinking a lot about you lately, but have just been too bla to

write. Seriously, let me know how your health is , also!! I really care!

Love & Hugs, PJ

Tilley wrote:

I'm sending prayers and positive/happy thoughts your way for tomorrow!

Hopefully the Rheumatologist will be helpful. Remember, Knowledge is Power!

Sending All My Hugs,

/Andie : )

[Guest guest]

PJ,

How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

you with that later!

[Guest guest]

PJ,

How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

you with that later!

[Guest guest]

PJ,

How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

you with that later!

[Guest guest]

Hello !!

I've been wondering where you you've been lately! Have missed

you alot! You will have to fill us in on what's new -- would love to hear! I'm

doing some better now as I have my diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis and am on

medication for it. However, this morning I've gotten an old-fashioned stomach

ache or belly ache, and I'm wondering if it is being caused by the new

medication, as that is one of the side effects. I'm on methrotexate (a " chemo "

drug), but the dose is low and it is only taken once each WEEK, not each day!!

But, still ...I may go lie down and see if a nap might help some. Very glad to

hear from you again!! Have a super weekend! Hugs, PJ

Cole wrote:

PJ,

How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

you with that later!

[Guest guest]

,

Just catching up on some emails and saw your post! Great to hear from you!!

Please let us know whats going on these days. Hopefully, everything is going

good.

Hugs,

In a message dated 12/12/03 9:37:57 AM Central Standard Time,

sarah@... writes:

> PJ,

>

> How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

> you with that later!

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

,

Just catching up on some emails and saw your post! Great to hear from you!!

Please let us know whats going on these days. Hopefully, everything is going

good.

Hugs,

In a message dated 12/12/03 9:37:57 AM Central Standard Time,

sarah@... writes:

> PJ,

>

> How are ya doin??? I haven't been on much....alot going on here...bore

> you with that later!

>

>

>