Day 9 of treatment. Thankful today for my parents who are sacrificing so much to make these treatments in Florida possible. Also thankful for a surprise visit from Comfort Dog Sterling's PawPrints and Harry and Hilary and Hilary’s sweet Mom for a Thanksgiving feast at our favorite diner here. ❤️ As days progress, my treatments … Continue reading Day 9 of Treatment Protocol
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IV Treatments
To effectively treat lyme disease, you must address all related co-infections and build up your immune system. This is a long process but necessary for successful treatment. Its resistance to antibiotics, traditional treatments, and natural treatments is what makes chronic Lyme Disease difficult to treat. Today marks Day 3 of my intensive one month treatment … Continue reading IV Treatments
Road to Recovery
It has been an overwhelming last few days with doctor appointments, additional testing, lab work and canceled airline flights. After consulting with the doctor, we have decided the best course of action is to begin treatment so I may get back home to my family as soon as possible and feel well again. ~ I … Continue reading Road to Recovery
Searching for the Magic Bullet…
Lyme disease is one of the fastest growing infectious diseases in the country and one of the most difficult to diagnose. I would never thought a label of Lyme Disease would be smacked on my forehead - and when it was, I didn’t really understand the reality. This epidemic is a growing threat that cannot … Continue reading Searching for the Magic Bullet…
Flu Epidemic
The current flu epidemic has received a lot of media attention. Rightfully so, as it is very scary and seems to be spreading like a wildfire. ~ I can’t help but wonder why Lyme disease does not receive the same attention. Yes, I have seen a few articles or stories from time to time on … Continue reading Flu Epidemic
Emergency EXIT
Does this roller coaster have an emergency exit?? My journey continues as persistent symptoms come and go in waves. Stress seems to cause the symptoms to snowball out of control. My doctor allowed me to back off on my aggressive treatment so I could enjoy some time with my family in Chicago last week. I … Continue reading Emergency EXIT
Insomnia, Stabbing Pains, Tinnitus…Oh My!!!
Week one of the stepped up treatment protocol has come and gone. I have been miserable most of the week so the good news is that the treatment is working. My doctor said week one would be bad, she wasn't kidding. The debilitating fatigue has left and tons of energy has been dropped on me, … Continue reading Insomnia, Stabbing Pains, Tinnitus…Oh My!!!
Plummeting Like a Rocket
I've never liked roller coasters. That feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you plummet like a rocket to the ground strapped to a small metal seat. Battling lyme is like a roller coaster. You have your good days and then you have your moments where you feel like you are in … Continue reading Plummeting Like a Rocket
The Journey Begins
I will be using this space to highlight the highs and lows of living life with chronic Lyme Disease. Let your FAITH be bigger than your fears!
Living with Grit and Grace 