Friday, June 23, 2017

MdDS Update and New Projects

I know, I know... it's been too long! Well let me catch you up. In early December I had another recurrence. Most of my days were 3-4, sometimes 5-6. Needless to say, anytime in front of the computer doesn't help much. I did my usual stint of upping my vitamin D, and found something new. I'm sure many of you out there in cyber world have heard of the Whole30 diet? Well in case you haven't I recommend checking out YouTube.  In a nutshell, its super, severely strict Paleo. I followed it to the letter for a full 60 days, not just 30. I was late in the game, but attribute it to one of the things that helped put me back in remission. Yes, just one of the things. The other is all the walking I started doing when I got my new puppy in February. 



Isn't she just the cutest?!!!


Towards the end of April, was the last day I remember having any symptoms. I remember the exact last moment I felt any real symptoms. I was at a Business Boutique Conference and they had some flashing lights on stage that made me a bit fuzzy, but I looked away and covered my eyes for a moment and then felt fine. Don't get me wrong, my symptoms had started diminishing over the past few weeks, where I'd go a few hours without really noticing any movement, but then at night it always seemed to be somewhat present. Then after that day really nothing other than the occasional light-headedness that I usually get from sinus issues.  Honestly, after that conference I was feeling so inspired and positive, it was hard to not feel great!

Christy Wright and Dave Ramsey on stage at Business Boutique Conference 


As for the "new" projects, I'm still attempting to keep up with my painting group. This year I've only managed to complete one project thanks to my symptoms.  This beautiful zentangled piece designed by Golda Rader. "1958 Prom Dress".




Sewing projects... I've gotten only a few done, and not the ones I should be working on...

 



A princess dress for my niece Lulu...












 and one for niece P.J.











They turned out pretty cute and the girls loved them... just in time for Easter.  BUT I still have a wedding dress that needs a makeover. I've been procrastinating thanks in part to my mind going a million miles a minute thinking about all the other things I want to do..... ah... there's the A.D.D!!! hahaha!
But wait... SQUIRREL!!! Here's another new hobby I've been working on since last year...


There's more, but if you want to see them, you'll have to wait till I get them into my Etsy shop! Hopefully that will be soon. I'll keep you  all posted!  <3 umbrellagirl!
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  1. UnknownAugust 15, 2018 at 5:35 AM

    Hi,

    I have been inspired by your ongoing "struggle" with MdDS, or more specifically, I have been encouraged to keep living and enjoy a fruitful life despite this horrible syndrome. I was affected at first following a 7 hour plane flight from LA to NYC, and symptoms subsided after maybe 2 weeks. For the record, this blog helped me get through it, as it gave me strength knowing that I would improve. I knew I was lucky, but i wasn't prepared for a recurrence. Around 1 month after the initial episode, I was, and currently am still affected by this. It has definetly taken a toll in my life, as I am still a student, and that this syndrome is so rarely mentioned in medical literature etc. There have been times where both the symptoms were bad, and where I could not handle it emotionally, but it is the stories of success, regardless of treatment/natural progression of symptoms, that give me the will to live on. I know I am not the worst off, but my life could be so much better. I really do hope that I get better, and would love to hear back from you!

    Thanks,

    Kevin

    email:lasplaner@gmail.com

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