Life changes in a blink of an eye.

Posted on November 19, 2015

Life is so Strang sometimes. You go about your day not thinking today will be the day it all changes. You do everything like usual. Then you blink and it happens.

A loved one is hospitalized and it all could have been prevented.

I felt anger resentment defeated hopeless sadness grief and sympathy. I probably had 100 more emotions at that time.

That day was Monday. Tuesday I started whole30. I can't keep putting it off til the time is right. Life said now is the time.

I have to be strong for myself first then for my family.

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Els momma

11/19/2015 8:32PM

I'm sorry for your family members current hospitalization. I know exactly where you're coming from. My father suffers with lung complications. It's a struggle for him to do the simplest task, as standing for a couple minutes. It's very difficult to see and it affects me tremendously. That is one reason I have made a stand to be as healthy as I can be. For me and my loved ones. Not all illness can be prevented but I'm going to try my very best to stay healthy and be around as long as possible. Prayers to your family member a fast recovery. Sounds like you, yourself, is headed toward the right path. It's a tough road and be determined to see it through.

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Howibecamehealthy

Right not all health issues are preventable . "Healthy" people get sick and end up in the hospital too. Heaven forbid an accident or something like that can also happen. But I want to live a long life being able to be an active member of my family and not a burden or limitation. I want to see my great grand babies!

Els momma

Right on!

Biking Syl

11/19/2015 4:32PM

Great attitude! If you want to take care of others, you have to make sure you are in good shape to do that. Working out should also help you to get some of the stress out of your system. Best of luck, hope the situation improves soon!

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Howibecamehealthy

Yeah I need to do that been sitting bed side since Monday and just going home to sleep and do it again. I tried doing some squats and jumping Jacks yesterday and that felt good.

Biking Syl

It's wonderful that you are doing that! There's a lot of comfort in having someone sit next to the bed, even when the patient is not really conscious. At least I felt it when I was in the hospital. However, I would have wanted those faithful companions to stretch their legs and deal with their stress in a healthy way every once in a while. I'm sure your loved one wants that too, so don't feel guilty, do what keeps you strong! Sending lots of positive energy!

Kristin

11/19/2015 3:39PM

You are so right. The time is never right; the time is now.

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Howibecamehealthy

Exactly. I get tempted to eat stuff but snap out real quick! Cause it's in my face. No denying it.