I never thought that a trip to the emergency room to begin my day and spending Christmas Eve alone to end my day would help show me more of the love, light, and goodness that this season purports to celebrate, but it most certainly did indeed. As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, On the Twenty-Third Day of December, I have not felt well physically and emotionally, and this morning, I took action to begin the healing process.
This morning, I treated myself to a visit to one of the local emergency rooms where I was diagnosed with dehydration and a flare up of my usually (and thankfully) dormant ulcerative colitis. After having two liters of fluids and a dose of steroids administered, I was discharged and came home to relax. I also returned home to calls, text, and Facebook messages from family and friends expressing care and concern for me, and it was just what the doctor ordered. It also boosted my spirits to see so many kind words in the comment section of yesterday’s post from so many of you, and it reminded me that even though we have not met, we are a community of writers who share our stories and parts of lives with one another and come to care about each other. So, I thank each and every one of you for your kindness!
My boss and co-workers also showed me the meaning of the Christmas spirit with their calls and texts expressing their concern and offering their support. One of my co-workers really showed how kind and generous he is when he volunteered to work in my place tomorrow, so, I can focus on getting well. We are more than just co-workers, we are a family of sorts, and I am so grateful to work alongside them.
I also was so appreciative of all of those who expressed empathy for, and concern about, my resurgence of anxiety. I wish no-one else had to deal with it, but whenever someone shared their story, it reminded me that I am not alone. While my struggle with anxiety these last nearly four years has been somewhat invisible, it has meant a lot to me when others lovingly and non-judgmentally treat me as they do when I suffer from a physical ailment or injury. This concern helps me more than words can convey.
So, I find it quite appropriate to end this day curled up on my couch wrapped in a fluffy blanket while I watch “It’s A Wonderful Life”, as it is a wonderful life indeed, even if doesn’t always go quite as planned, thanks to challenges along the way.
So glad you got the help you needed and so thankful for all those emergency workers who work on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to make sure those who need care have it. Hoping your Christmas Day is beautiful, peaceful and kind! I so appreciate your work on this blog.
Thank you so much! A huge shout out to all of those emergency workers, especially the ones who treated me, as they were absolutely wonderful. I wish you and yours enjoy the very best Christmas and New Year ever!
I cannot thank you enough for such a beautiful gesture and such a lovely note, as you truly touched my heart. I am happy and relieved to report that my mental and physical health have begun to improve, and I can feel the love from near and far. I wish you and yours a truly Merry Christmas filled with love, peace, and joy!
Thanks so much for all of your kind words and concern! I am looking forward to a peaceful day with my family and feeling even better today. Merry Christmas and much love to you dan yours!
Kristi, I am glad you are feeling better and can cocoon a little. You are a George Bailey to many, so enjoy the movie. I watched the end last night and spoiler alert, Clarence got his wings again. Merry Christmas. BTG
Thanks so much for your message, as it added to the Christmas cheer! It has ended up being a very peaceful day, and I continue to feel better. Have a very merry Christmas!
I am so sorry to hear this as a fellow UC sufferer! I am on steriods now as well, but the trick is to get on maint drugs before you taper so that you dont get steriod dependent! Good luck with your journey! Xoxo
I take Lialda daily and have not had a flare up this badly in over five years. So, I had one dose of IV steroids yesterday and was discharged with a four day supply of Prednisone, and luckily, I respond well to it. I hope that now that I am feeling better that I can get back on track with a better regiment on self-care and manage my stress better to keep it in remission. Sorry that you have this, too, but glad to know that I am in good company!
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So glad you got the help you needed and so thankful for all those emergency workers who work on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to make sure those who need care have it. Hoping your Christmas Day is beautiful, peaceful and kind! I so appreciate your work on this blog.
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Thank you so much! A huge shout out to all of those emergency workers, especially the ones who treated me, as they were absolutely wonderful. I wish you and yours enjoy the very best Christmas and New Year ever!
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Bless you hon. I have just lit a candle for you that will burn through Christmas, and I have prayed for your good health.
I wish you Peace, and Comfort in knowing you are loved by many.
I hope you can feel my arms around you, and the support and love I am sending to you.
Merry Christmas friend.
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I cannot thank you enough for such a beautiful gesture and such a lovely note, as you truly touched my heart. I am happy and relieved to report that my mental and physical health have begun to improve, and I can feel the love from near and far. I wish you and yours a truly Merry Christmas filled with love, peace, and joy!
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I will indeed have a ” Merry Christmas filled with love, peace, and joy!” because you will be with me in spirit. 🙂
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Simply lovely:)
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Many thanks, Paul:)
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As an aside Kristi, I just guest posted a Christmas piece over ta Cordelia’s Mom http://cordeliasmomstill.com/2014/12/25/the-christmas-kitten-guest-post-by-paul-curran/#comments I would be honored if you had a chance to drop by fr a read. Thank You.
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What a lovely, lovely story, and I so appreciate you sharing it! Many thanks, as it was a pleasure to read it.
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Thank you so much Kristi. I’m pleased that you enjoyed the story. It seemed to fit well wih your theme.
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It did indeed:)
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I am sorry it went that far. But I am glad that now you are in recovery. Enjoy the holidays now even more. Lots of love and Merry Christmas💖
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Thanks so much for all of your kind words and concern! I am looking forward to a peaceful day with my family and feeling even better today. Merry Christmas and much love to you dan yours!
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Thank you 💖
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Hope things continue to improve for you. MerryChristmas
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Many thanks for your well wishes! I wish you a very Merry Christmas!
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Kristi, I am glad you are feeling better and can cocoon a little. You are a George Bailey to many, so enjoy the movie. I watched the end last night and spoiler alert, Clarence got his wings again. Merry Christmas. BTG
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Thanks so much for your message, as it added to the Christmas cheer! It has ended up being a very peaceful day, and I continue to feel better. Have a very merry Christmas!
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I am so sorry to hear this as a fellow UC sufferer! I am on steriods now as well, but the trick is to get on maint drugs before you taper so that you dont get steriod dependent! Good luck with your journey! Xoxo
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I take Lialda daily and have not had a flare up this badly in over five years. So, I had one dose of IV steroids yesterday and was discharged with a four day supply of Prednisone, and luckily, I respond well to it. I hope that now that I am feeling better that I can get back on track with a better regiment on self-care and manage my stress better to keep it in remission. Sorry that you have this, too, but glad to know that I am in good company!
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