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Thanks to those of you who have emailed or pm'd me asking how I was doing because I haven't been here for a while. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Anyway, just wanted to say Hi and yes, I'm still around. Unfortunately, my left hand and knuckle have again swollen up 2-3 times it's normal size. Usually it only lasts a few days, but this has been going on for weeks. I'm guessing all the rain we've had here in PA has alot to do with it. Now, my right middle finger decided it also wanted to flare up. So, carving or doing anything artistic with my hands hasn't happened in a while.
On the lighter side of life, since I can't use my creativity to carve or paint, I've been teaching myself to cook healthier. This past summer, I found up my mom's got Diabetes, as well as her twin brother. This was a real wake-up call for me to start eating healthier while I'm still relatively young. My kids were my biggest motivator in this endeavor. Plus, after reading how bad Diabetes can be, I knew it was something I'd rather prevent!
The change has been one of the best things that's ever happened to me! It wasn't until I forced myself to start eating healthier (dropping more sugar and carbs, eating much more fruits and veggies) that I realized how bad I was actually feeling! The change in just 2 months has been amazing. Much more energy, dropped 11 pounds that snuck up on me this past year, and just feeling good overall. Also, got myself a treadmill, started yoga, started pilates, and am teaching myself to cook things I've never cooked before - like Asian meals. (so I guess I am getting to still be creative).
Now that school's started, days are just flying by.
I do hope to get back to carving sometime soon, but really need for my hand to get back to normal. Yes, I've seen every doctor and specialist out there. None have a true explanation as to why this is happening. All bloodwork and x-rays have come out normal. Guess I'm just an enigma!
It's fun to be back, checking out other's work.
Jillsy
Anyway, just wanted to say Hi and yes, I'm still around. Unfortunately, my left hand and knuckle have again swollen up 2-3 times it's normal size. Usually it only lasts a few days, but this has been going on for weeks. I'm guessing all the rain we've had here in PA has alot to do with it. Now, my right middle finger decided it also wanted to flare up. So, carving or doing anything artistic with my hands hasn't happened in a while.
On the lighter side of life, since I can't use my creativity to carve or paint, I've been teaching myself to cook healthier. This past summer, I found up my mom's got Diabetes, as well as her twin brother. This was a real wake-up call for me to start eating healthier while I'm still relatively young. My kids were my biggest motivator in this endeavor. Plus, after reading how bad Diabetes can be, I knew it was something I'd rather prevent!
The change has been one of the best things that's ever happened to me! It wasn't until I forced myself to start eating healthier (dropping more sugar and carbs, eating much more fruits and veggies) that I realized how bad I was actually feeling! The change in just 2 months has been amazing. Much more energy, dropped 11 pounds that snuck up on me this past year, and just feeling good overall. Also, got myself a treadmill, started yoga, started pilates, and am teaching myself to cook things I've never cooked before - like Asian meals. (so I guess I am getting to still be creative).
Now that school's started, days are just flying by.
I do hope to get back to carving sometime soon, but really need for my hand to get back to normal. Yes, I've seen every doctor and specialist out there. None have a true explanation as to why this is happening. All bloodwork and x-rays have come out normal. Guess I'm just an enigma!
It's fun to be back, checking out other's work.
Jillsy
SO very good to hear from you - finally. I'm glad to hear you're doing the healthy stuff and taking care of yourself. God bless you and your family's health.
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