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| Posted by: Danann 12-Aug-2004, 05:25 PM |
| I know I don't post in this forum all that often, but I do read in here quite often, so I hope you don't feel as if I am intruding by this... but I could use a bit of prayer and support. As many of you know, I am all sorts of excited and stressed over planning my wedding in November, but here lately a shadow has decided to crop up and stress me even more. About a month back I hurt my ankle playing softball, and finally after 2 weeks of gimping on it, I went to the doctor. That has started a month worth of pain. The X-rays didn't show anything like a facture which is very good, and the bone scan looks to be just a bunch of inflamation. So we're looking at just a sprain. Not a big deal, except the doctor I am going to now is my new doctor. He's my fiancé's doctor and since we'll be going on his insurance, we decided I should start going there since my doctor quit. Dr. Hahn is a very thurough man, and decided to order some blood work up on me since I've been extremely. I've been diagnosed with Insulin Resistence since I was about 20, but when the tests came back this time, the doctor was concerned about it because it was extremely high and I hadn't had anything to eat for 12 hours before this test. So, he ordered a Glucose Tolerence Test - that's right, he's checking me for full fledged Diabeties. In my limited scope mind, I've gotten all grumpy about this because its inconvienent and also because I like my occasional sweets. So, here I sit with 6 bruises from each time they had to draw blood, and am worried about what the tests are going to show. Monday I'll find out what's going on, so if you could keep me in your thoughts and prayers, I'd appreciate it. Dannah |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 12-Aug-2004, 05:36 PM |
| I can understand why your all stressed and feeling grumpy. Getting ready for a wedding is stress enough, but now you have another worry. I hope that your test come back ok. Stress can do mighty bad things to a body. I'll hope for the best for you and I'll be thinking of ya'. Keep us informed. Heres a big hug! maggiemahone1 |
| Posted by: emerald-eyedwanderer 12-Aug-2004, 05:52 PM |
Well I'll be praying for you and keep us informed come Monday. And I hope everything works out for you.  |
| Posted by: WizardofOwls 12-Aug-2004, 07:54 PM |
| Hallo a ghràidh! Hello dear! I am so sorry to hear your bad news! Hang in there! As I have been reminded lately, He has promised to be with us, even unto the end of the way! He watches over the sparrows and clothes the grass! How much more does He care for us! And, dear, you don't have to ask for my prayers, because they are with you (and all of my friends here) every night! But I'll say a special prayer for you! You are loved, dear, and don't you forget it! *Hugs* |
| Posted by: gaberlunzie 13-Aug-2004, 05:03 AM |
| You are in my thoughts and prayers...keep us posted! |
| Posted by: krmsmax 13-Aug-2004, 05:22 AM |
| I will certainly keep you in my prayers. Bear in mind that while it will require some lifestyle changes, diabetes is a disease that can be dealt with. in the meantime, when you do eat carbohydrates, eat full grain wheat breads and pastas and try to stay away from the highly processed ones. The full grains have a lower glycemic index and do not affect your blood sugar as much. |
| Posted by: Elspeth 13-Aug-2004, 08:03 AM |
| Danann, our prayers are most definately with you. Take time to breathe and feel the warmth of the Savior as he wraps his loving arms about you. And take as many human hugs as you can get as well. You know our cyber hugs are with you. |
| Posted by: Danann 13-Aug-2004, 08:11 AM |
| Thanks everyone. It's been a blessing just to unload somewhere. I have been keeping a "stiff upper lip" around my fiancé and my family here, trying not to act worried, just stressed over the wedding. Of course my fiancé saw through that, and bought me an hour at a massage place. I guess when you are all worked up like this, its the little things that mean so much. Like all of you and the cyber hugs! Thanks a ton, it's made things a bit more bearable. |
| Posted by: deckers 13-Aug-2004, 02:18 PM | ||
Aren't fiances awesome?! Nearly as cool as husbands. Can't wait 'til you get yourself one of those. Then you'll see what I'm talking about. Husbands are great, and everyone should have one. . . including husbands.  Erik Deckers |
| Posted by: BluegrassLady 13-Aug-2004, 11:47 PM |
| Danann....one of the great things about our "family" here at CelticRadio is that everyone is welcome to drop into any forum anytime and chat. We may live in many different places but here we are nearby. We care for each other and are here with support and friendship. I have been enjoying reading about your wedding and honeymoon plans. This is an exciting time for you and you have the right to enjoy it. We will pray that the test results are good and your mind will be relieved. Be sure you let us know what you find out. By the way, your fiance sounds like a sweetheart. |
| Posted by: TheCarolinaScotsman 14-Aug-2004, 12:40 AM |
| Danann, just saw this. Dear girl, our thoughts, prayers and support are with you always. Whatever the outcome of your test, I'm sure that you will meet the challenges in your life head on. Perhaps you will need to make some lifestyle changes, perhaps you will have to take medicine. But these are nothing compared to the full, rich life you are preparing to have with your fiance. Remember that the love of your friends, family and significant other are merely the reflection of the Love He has for all His children. If we allow ourselves to be girded by that Love, then our problems pale and become less. Let us know how you do. |
| Posted by: Danann 16-Aug-2004, 08:17 PM |
| Some great news! I'm not diabetic! Turns out that my insulin is doing its job, my body is just producing a lot of it. The doctor wants to check it again in 6 months, and keep an eye on it as a precaution so that if a trend emerges, we're ahead instead of catching up. So for now it looks like I'll try to keep the Atkins/Sugarbusters/South beach low carb lifestyles popular. The ankle thing is still unsettled. I go in on Thursday to see an orthopedic specialist about it. He's worried that its either a stress fracture, or ligimental damage which would explain why there's still pain and bruising after 6 weeks. They might have to put me in a boot for 6 weeks or so... wouldn't that make just lovely wedding shoes... Kidding, I should be out of it by then if I do have to have one. Thank you so much for all the prayers and hugs. They really did help with the stress. Now I just have the wedding to fret over! (And all us gals know, its a fun type of fret). Praise God, that's all I can really think right now. |
| Posted by: BluegrassLady 16-Aug-2004, 08:56 PM |
| Danann, What wonderful news about the diabetics. Always better to be ahead of the game! Just take care of that ankle now so you can dance at your wedding!  Have you heard of Curves? I picked up a Curves magazine while waiting for hubby at the dentist office last week and it seems to have a workable plan on both carb and/or calorie counting. It works along side with an exercise plan. My two girls and I are talking about checking it out. They have clubs in a couple of nearby towns. I like the idea of six small meals a day.  Concentrate on planning your wedding and enjoy every minute of it. Don't forget to keep us informed! |
| Posted by: WizardofOwls 17-Aug-2004, 06:21 PM |
| PRAISE THE LORD! You don't know just haow glad I am to hear that you are okay! God is SO good! Now get that ankle healed up and get that wedding together, my friend! You've got a lot of dancing (and walking in England!) to do!I'll still be praying for a quick recovery for that ankle!Luv ya, my friend! |
| Posted by: urian 17-Aug-2004, 06:32 PM |
| I am upset with myself for not spending more time on the boards. How could I have missed this? I am happy that it wasnt anything bad , though. |
| Posted by: Avonlea22 17-Aug-2004, 06:54 PM | ||
I was just thinking the same thing, and was about to post my well wishes when I finally read that everyhting turned out ok. Glad to hear the good news, Danann!  I hope your ankle gets better soon, too. Best of luck with all of your wedding plans! |
| Posted by: Elspeth 17-Aug-2004, 07:00 PM |
| So glad to hear you got good news! I visited your wedding web page. No pictures of the dress?????  You and your fiance look like a very happy couple. Prayers for continued health and healing (and no boot) along with a very happy life with your groom to be. Elspeth |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 17-Aug-2004, 08:26 PM |
| I'm glad that your ok as far as not being a diabetic. That is wonderful. Hoping that your ankle heals fast and you will be able to wear those pretty wedding slippers. Take Care... maggiemahone1 |
| Posted by: CelticRose 19-Aug-2004, 10:02 PM |
| Danann! My excuse is that I have been out of state for the past 5 days. I am so sorry for what all you have had to go through, but very thankful to God for the good news. I had a severe sprained ankle two years ago and I kind of know what you are going through. with mine I ruptured an artery! You take care of that ankle of yours and wear some really comfy wedding tennis shoes maybe. That is what my niece did and she danced the night away! Hoping and praying the same for you! God bless and keep us posted on you as you approach your wonderful day! |
| Posted by: CelticRose 19-Aug-2004, 10:05 PM |
| Danann! I just checked out your website! What a beautiful girl you are and what a beautiful couple you make! Your ring is gorgeous! I look forward to seeing more pics! Thanks for sharing! |
| Posted by: Danann 19-Aug-2004, 10:08 PM |
| Ok, ya'll are all declared prayer warriors in my book. I got the final results on my ankle today. Its just a serious sprain. He gave me a brace to wear all the time except for sleeping, and some excersizes to do to strengthen the muscles back up. He wants to see me back in 3 weeks to see if there's improvement, if not, he's going to make me go to PT... he wants me to be able to walk all over England too! And Celtic Rose... you're gonna make me blush! |
| Posted by: BluegrassLady 19-Aug-2004, 10:30 PM |
| Make sure you wear the brace exactly as the doctor ordered, Danann, so you can enjoy dancing at your wedding and walking all over England. My family always start out following the instructions, but as soon as they start feeling better they get a little lax. I'm sure you won't tho, will you! I think that CelticRose's suggestion of wedding tennis shoes is a great idea. Perhaps you should check it out. Boy...I bet that I sound just like your mom, don't I? Sorry 'bout that!  |
| Posted by: CelticRose 19-Aug-2004, 10:40 PM |
| No kidding, Danann! I didn't have to say anything if I didn't want to and you are beautiful and so your is your fiance! I want to see wedding photos and photos of England with you in it! So take care of that ankle........please! |
| Posted by: Danann 20-Aug-2004, 10:46 AM |
| I've got the brace on and tennis shoes on the feet, did the streches last night and all. I will do my best not to get lax about it... and since the receptionist told me she was a patient and he knew that she wasn't doing the exercises - I'll have some incentive! The biggest thing now is the shoes... do I go with comfy, or do I go with heels since I am 5'3" and need some height to kiss my 6'2" love... Dancing isn't too big of a concern, since by the man's request we aren't dancing... well, nothing official anyway! I'm not much of a dancer, truth be told. That's my sister's forté. But I will take care of this foot, and if I have to... I'll go to the therapy. Scouts honor! |
| Posted by: Elspeth 20-Aug-2004, 07:29 PM |
| Ah shoes! Being 5'2" myself, I never felt 'dressed up' without some heels, but SO much of that special day is spent on your feet! Have you checked out any of the platform type shoes? Maybe platform tennies? Or sandlas. Comfort and height combined. |
| Posted by: CelticRose 21-Aug-2004, 04:47 PM |
| Hey! that is a good idea Elspeth. My neice did the platform tennis shoe thing. They even had sparkle sequence on them! I say go for comfort because like Elspeth says, you will be on your feet most of the time anyway. I am like you. I am not much into dancing either! Take care of that ankle and yourself.........you want to be able to enjoy the happiest day of your life to the maximum, Danann! |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 21-Aug-2004, 06:43 PM |
| My daughter was married last June and she wore a pair of silkie like ballerina shoes. They were so cute. The little flower girls had shoes to match. The reason she decided on that type of shoe she is a little taller than her husband and didn't want to have to bend down to kiss him! Take care of that ankle now so you won't have problems with it later. Words from someone who has been there! When is the big day? maggiemahone1 |
| Posted by: CelticRose 21-Aug-2004, 07:15 PM |
| Danann! yes please take care of that ankle! I sprained mine so badly two years ago that I ruptured an artery and I didn't go to the doctor until much later. It took a whole year for me to recover...........pretty stupid of me, eh? |
| Posted by: Danann 21-Aug-2004, 07:27 PM |
| I am pleased to say that with the brace and the new exercises my ankle seems to be feeling even better since Thursday. I know, don't lay off just because the swelling and pain have gone down. The doc was most worried about the fact that I rolled it 2 times since the original injury. But I am still on track with the streches and the brace. I have my eye on some comfortable tall shoes. It should be good. I go in for my dress fitting this Thursday, and even had it on today! I love it! I felt like such the bride, and one of my best friends was with me, and she just gushed over it! I am so glad I chose it. And I guess for special requests I will show it. The new life of low carb eating is about to resume. I am going back on a mix of Atkins and South Beach... I guess that'd be Sugar Busters... but no more sugar or empty carbs for me. I might lose some weight even after this fitting, but that's the breaks. Here's to praying that the Insulin will get back under control and the ankle will be all better! |
| Posted by: CelticRose 21-Aug-2004, 11:59 PM |
| Danann! Thanks for keeping us posted! I have been concerned about you. When is the wedding again.............sorry it is my age.............I forget everything! Glad you found some shoes, been very concerned about that too! Hugs! |
| Posted by: Danann 23-Aug-2004, 11:42 AM |
| No worries, its a date I can't forget! November 20th... just under 3 months away... oh the nerves are already starting! I know something is going to go wrong, I just wish it would already, so I can stop worrying. But great news! The string trio I talked to said they can play Highland Cathedral for me to walk in to! Ankle is still doing well, only bad thing is that the brace is giving me a blister on the side of my shin... I put powder and a sock on today to see if I can make it stop! Streches are still a go, still doing them, and I might even try to get back into jogging... Maybe |
| Posted by: CelticRose 23-Aug-2004, 03:47 PM |
Jogging? So soon?  I am not so sure that is so wise. You need to be taking care of that ankle. It takes quite awhile to heal. Like I said it took me a whole year for mine to heal and even now I still have some swelling there. Don't rush it! |