Selection & Reasoning I don't know where to start. This journey so far has been a massive whirlwind. I have learnt so much about myself; though have also been faced with huge decisions like.. surgery. After a huge couple of days reflecting on all of the potential surgery options. Without going overboard.. I have my … Continue reading SURGERY DATE
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Risky, Raw Reality
24 years old - yet I am forced to make the biggest decision of my life to date.. and honestly - probably the biggest one yet to come. One that will impact my every day, one that will change my quality of life for better or for worse and one that will generate an entire … Continue reading Risky, Raw Reality
SLIGHT CHANGE OF PLAN…
In the past 4 days. My plan has been changed three times. PLAN 1 - mentioned in last update: Medicine: Linaclotide w/ 1L glycoprep daily My urine looking medicine did not sit well with my stomach. It is the most unsustainable long-term plan of man time. For any of you that have ever had to … Continue reading SLIGHT CHANGE OF PLAN…
5 THINGS I HAVE LEARNT
Don't get me wrong this condition has been going on for way longer than 4 weeks. However; this week marks the 4th week off from work as the severity of it escalated. Here are 5 things I have learnt about myself recently: 1) I have the ability to spin a positive to most negatives that … Continue reading 5 THINGS I HAVE LEARNT
How I have been maintaining a positive mindset?
Don't get me wrong.. I have had bad days... Days where I have cried about 20 times. But usually I am quite strong and can reflect on things in a positive manner in some way, shape or form. A positive mindset is vital to your mental health and maintaining sanity when residing in a hospital … Continue reading How I have been maintaining a positive mindset?
5 Days in Ward 5 .. and still going
Today marks Day 5 of my newest vacation on Ward 5 with all my patient pals .. and discharge has not even been mentioned. Truth be told .. this is a good thing. The plan which currently stands is I will be discharged with either a) a bowel that functions with whatever medicine that encourages … Continue reading 5 Days in Ward 5 .. and still going
Re-admitted .. AGAIN
Back in Hospital. JOY! I can confirm: The bed's are still as comfy The food is still as delicious Everyone is very quiet at nights I still love needles Going to the bathroom with a machine is still a very simple task The views are just as glorious You still need to repeat your story … Continue reading Re-admitted .. AGAIN
