Where Am I Now?

As of today I have met all the requirements the surgeon set forth save one.  And I sort of met it but it was ill-fated.

> I met with the physical therapist.

> I've been to the two required nutrition classes.

> I've been to not just the one but two support group meetings.

> I saw the psychologist as well as did the nutso testing.

> I'm 2/3 of the way through the book he wanted me to read.

> I had the endoscopy.  And here's the sort of.  My dinner hadn't digested so I have to go have that done.  Again.  I'm excited.  Not. And I followed all the rules and did exactly what I was supposed to do.  Just sayin'.

I'm psyched!  I feel like I'm cruisin' along with the food guidelines I'll be following.  Crazy low fat diet for two weeks before the surgery and then liquid, moist then mushy for 12 weeks after!  And even though it isn't an exciting diet, I am so excited.  I've said it before, there's no place like hope!

The newest addition to my "Once I'm Healthier List" is: 

• Being able to go into a regular bathroom stall without becoming a contortionist!

And some long term goals I've been thinking on:

• Walking or biking for a MS "athon" fundraiser
• Learning and possibly teaching at some point Holy Yoga
• Taking ballroom dance lessons with Mark
• Playing racquetball with Will and Mark

I also found a quote my friend Lena Towles posted on Facebook that I love:

"Discipline is just choosing between what you want now 

and what you want most." - Augusta F. Kantra

My repeat Endoscopy is scheduled for August 21.  I've booked the party package.  For the first one it took three tries and an ultrasound to get an IV in.  I'm hoping for a less eventful "party" this time.

If you stumble across my blog and have questions I'd love to hear from you.  If you are a loved one and you have questions or concerns or words of wisdom, I'd love to hear from you as well!

"He must become more, I must become less." - John 3:30

Be blessed y'all!