A lot has happened in the last few weeks. I was shocked and devastated that my dear friend Allie found out her cancer has returned. Needless to say, many MANY tears have been shed for her and her new fight. It has been so sad in our home these last few weeks with worry and concern for Allie and her family. Feeling angry and furious, I read what she has journaled on her blog. How wrong is it that her words bring me peace and help my testimony in Christ grow? Even though I don't envy what she is going through, I envy her strength and clarity. She truly is amazing! If you would like to know more, her blog is at www.caringbridge.com/visit/allisonarnett. Her family blog is at http://www.arnett6.blogspot.com/.
Sooooo, I've been having pain off and on for a couple years in my hips, back, shoulder, neck, and spine. The last few blood tests have showed that I'm anemic and after supplements it actually got worse. I am also being treated for an under active thyroid which has a suspicious node. Well after what Allie is going through I thought I better get it all checked out. The burning pain has spread to my collarbone, hips, and arms. Add to that night sweats and shortness of breath and I am getting no sleep.
Off to the doctors to find out what is going on: I saw an orthopedic surgeon today. It turns out my symptoms are identical to those of someone who has cancer in the bones and I am getting a full body bone scan on Monday. I am crippled in fear with what the results will be and now am in complete and total awe of Allie. All I want to do is crawl in bed and sleep and avoid the world and yet I don't even have the diagnosis yet. The dr gave me painkillers and anti-inflammatories which haven't helped yet. It is pretty sad when I am praying that I have rheumatoid arthritis. Please keep Allie in your prayers and if you don't mind throw one my way too. :)
signed - a ball of stress
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3 months ago
13 comments:
Julie,
I never realized how sick you have been. I felt something was wrong. Please call me when you find out about the results of the CScan. Please know that I love you with all my heart and soul. I wish I could take your pain.
Love you forever
Mom
We will certainly send prayers your way. And we will continue to add you in our prayers as well as Allie for as long as needed. Good luck on Monday and keep us posted.
Julie, what a horrible thing to have to endure. Please post the results of your scan. I will pray for you and your family. Hugs - I'll think of you all day tomorrow.
Love you Jules! I'm praying for good news and your comfort!
Julie,
Please know that I will be praying for you all day today and however long you need it. I hope that you will feel strength from all the prayers that are heading your way. I wish I could give you a big hug right now. Love you Julie <3
Jules-
I haven't checked blogs in forever! I had no idea. Please know that you and your awesome family are in our prayers. We love you and are praying for the best diagnosis possible. I know we are in Texas but let us know if there is anything you need!
We love you!
Carrie
I am family and had no idea - why am I having to read this on your blog. I am so sorry you are having to go through this - I know the waiting and wondering has got to be the hardest part. We love you and having nothing but positive thoughts and prayers for you. PLEASE dont let me have to read the results of the tests on your blog - call me when you find out.
Jules,
Shame on you for not calling. You should never have to shoulder a burden alone, not when you have a family like us. I will keep you in my prayers as always and hope for the best possible outcome for your tests. I hope you have a good night sleep and peaceful dreams. We love you tons and my boys can't stop asking when we get to come visit again.
Oh my heck girl! Why haven't you called me? Waiting for things like that can be maddening! I pray, pray, pray you are ok, I will fast for you. I love you my darling friend, and don't want you to go through this. Trust your instincts and don't take no for an answer if you feel your doctors aren't being aggressive enough. Listen to your heart and body.
I love you dearly and will pray for you. You are a spitfire though and you could kick any a#% that you want. I'm here for you, I'm not the expert, but I know a few things about this alternate horriffic universe. Even if you just want to call me and scream in my ear, I'll listen. Remember, if God brings you to it, God will bring you through it. I know God has not forsaken me, and he will not forsake you. I love ya.
I couldn't sign in for some reason, so that last comment was posted wierd. But it's from me, Allie incase you couldn't tell. I love ya.
Holy Crap Girl!! I am just reading this and it is 7 days after you posted it.....You and Allie are both killing me!! I just talked to Allie and she gave me the low down on what is going on. I am SOOOOO praying for you!! PLEASE call me or I will be calling you Thursday!! I love you girl!! And I'm thinking positive:) Right!!
Wow! Here's a {{{HUG}}} and I'll be sure to include you in my prayers. Allie is amazing. Her post sure gave me a lot to think about. It makes my own concerns seem so silly in comparison. Be sure to let us know how the tests go.
So What? Tell. And I can't call you so email or facebook or whatever else we do instead of talking face to face to long distance persons.
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