Health

For those of you who read my updates sent via e-mail, you may know that I haven't been doing too well.  I wrote that when I was in a down mood, so it maybe came off more extreme than it really is, but I do have some things that need healing. I'm normally more private with this, but since I sent out an e-mail with stuff in it, I should probably explain some more, as many people were worried.

I took 2 days off of work because I was sick.  This is my first sick day, minus a day that I went home early wayyy back when I first started...so this is not normal for me.  I was sick enough that I couldn't stand for more than 30 seconds without feeling absolutely ready to fall.  I slept for about 24 hours, getting up every now and then for restroom breaks and to check my temperature...and to try to get the sun out of my eyes! (Here in Asia the curtains typically don't block much--if any--sunlight.) I ended up with a relatively high temperature and I was thankful that I had called in sick earlier that day. I now have downgraded (or maybe upgraded?) to only a slight fever.  I am still not in a position to call myself well, but I am definitely better.

I have been plagued with headaches--most of which turn into migraines--for a long time.  They have been getting worse, and I am sick of having migraines.

I've had a sore throat for...well...at least half a year.  Apparently that's due to some sinus problems that I have, and I am consulting with a doctor to see if surgery is needed.  I have some tests coming up on Monday, so I should know more about that later.  I am hoping that if surgery is needed, that my migraines are also being caused by this, because it would be WONDERFUL if all of it could go away. That's where I am with my physical health.

I try to remain positive through it all, but after so long of not feeling well, it's harder and harder to be positive.  So that's a lot of what is emotionally draining for me. I did write that my emotions were not so great, which is true.  Just know that it's mostly from my physical (un)wellbeing.

I am thankful for the friends that I have here who have been helping me with doctors appointments, getting food when I can't, listening and caring, and so much more. Though I have found English speaking doctors, the specialist that I needed (and who was recommended to me) doesn't speak English, so it's been helpful having a friend go with me to understand what wasn't translated 100% by the nurse. God has really blessed me here with local friends.

I also am so thankful for the responses that I have had from the e-mail that I sent out.  I am really appreciative of people who truly care and pray for me!