There's Hope!

There have been times in dealing with this disease where I have felt so hopeless and have just wondered if it was worth it to continue on. My most recent crisis, which happened in November, had me wondering if I shouldn't swallow several Codeine and end it all, and that was at my worst. At my best I was thinking that my best solution would be to go back home. At least, if I was going to be feeling horrible, I might as well be home where I could be with my family and friends. I had started by diet back in June, but had given up in late July/early August because my body still wasn't feeling miraculously renewed like I wanted it to. I wasn't patient enough with it or with my body. Starting on a new health journey, or any new journey in life takes time. It takes time and patience to work with your body (or in your life) to see what needs to be changed, what works, and what doesn't. It also takes careful observation. It's about dedication to yourself, it's about loving yourself, and making a decision to stick to something new that will benefit you. For those of you out there who have been where I've been, or who've been even worse off, I want you to know that there is hope for you. Things CAN get better! If you need someone to talk to, I can lend an ear, and I can tell you what has worked for me and what hasn't. Just please, don't lose hope!