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Beloved,
Choosing Life!
More than 12 years ago, I had written a post in response to several of our family here who were having a tough time of it. I did not save the article / post; and it was lost, when so many of the old posts were dumped. But I remember we talked for along time about all of life being a decision, and how our decisions have a lasting affect on us. Usually bad decisions cause us more heart ache than some of the unfortunate circumstances that are called accidents. Pain is a thief and a destroyer; that is why we choose to live to the fullest extent each Day. For me some days, mybe just survival, but that was my goal and in getting up the next day; I had accomplished something.
We also talked about the decision that, we do not need to get everything done in one day; if we have given it our best, then we celebrate doing our best. We get into trouble when we make judgments by putting labels on things that are a matter of opinion. I have looked back at some of the things I have said and some of the things I have written, and it is humbling to see how my thinking has changed. My strong opinions make me who I am; but using those strong opinions where they are not needed or wanted can make me ornery. If my response to someone’s rant adds fuel to the fire, or clouds the issue, I am not being a good family member. A post about generalities hoping I will get the message does not seem to work; but when I am personally confronted with a error or a mistake then I can correct it.
If I am afraid to speak the truth about my broken heart; I become distant and forgotten….
I love this place and the people in it. Who said I have to agree with every post? I don’t agree with myself some of the time?
This really is a great family! Merry Christmas and happy new year.
I keep the New Covenant,
when I fail....I am pulled
back into place by HIM.
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 This is an awesome place!
ANA+ RF+ Rh- HLAB27+
Dx JRA 1967, GAD 1997, AS 2009, HMs 2010, CPS 2013
pulmonary edema w/ NSAIDS 2009
Movin' it so I don't lose it!
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Erica,
it sure is an awesome place.
It is the people that make it so special!!
How are things with you?
thanks for posting
I keep the New Covenant,
when I fail....I am pulled
back into place by HIM.
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thanks lon 
sue
Spondyloarthropathy, HLAB27 negative
Humira (still methylprednisone for flares, just not as often. Aleve if needed, rarely.)
LDN/zanaflex/flector patches over SI/ice
vits C, D. probiotics. hyaluronic acid. CoQ, Mg, Ca, K.
chiro
walk, bike
no dairy (casein sensitivity), limited eggs, limited yeast (bread)
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Beautifully said. Hugs to you--gentle hugs.
DX: Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Psoriasis
Meds: MTX since Oct 2009, 15mg/week. Cimzia-restarted after 2 yrs away.
Epidural Steroid Injections x8; Lumbar Radiofreq Ablation x2
SIJ Steroid Injection x3; Bilateral Radiofreq Ablation SIJ x9
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Sue,
Yes, not sure what I did, but you know we love ya.
Take care..
I keep the New Covenant,
when I fail....I am pulled
back into place by HIM.
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Rumble,
Ah, sometimes I need a bear hug, to break the constant tension of a muscle in contraction. You are welcome if it helps.
I keep the New Covenant,
when I fail....I am pulled
back into place by HIM.
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you simply said the right words at the right time...... and showed your love for us glad you are here, so good to hear your words of wisdom and encouragement. i'd love to hear you give a sermon one day  and i especially liked " I don’t agree with myself some of the time?" that sounds like me! LOL 
Last edited by Sue22; 12/08/10 07:58 PM.
sue
Spondyloarthropathy, HLAB27 negative
Humira (still methylprednisone for flares, just not as often. Aleve if needed, rarely.)
LDN/zanaflex/flector patches over SI/ice
vits C, D. probiotics. hyaluronic acid. CoQ, Mg, Ca, K.
chiro
walk, bike
no dairy (casein sensitivity), limited eggs, limited yeast (bread)
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Br'er Lon, thank you. There are many reasons why I adore you. This is just one.
Agape,
Kat
A life lived in fear is a life half lived.
"Strictly Ballroom"
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Yep Lon....what you said I don't have to agree with every post either...and am very glad there is a backspace button sometimes. Awsome to see you my friend!  Cheers, Steph
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