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[kgrier]

It's been awhile since I've had a snag, and apparently, I was due for one. Last week, my doctor called to tell me I now have hypothyroidism. I'd like to think I've had it for some time, as it would explain problems I've had since before my PsA went active, but they've been checking my thyroid levels for months and this is the first mention

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[ameliabeare]

Zombies always make me think of you. I always thought you'd become one when you grew up. :D

This health stint you're on? I think it's time to get off now. DX We're heading into the 'just not fair' zone.

[kgrier]

i don't know... if what they say is true, i must be a really, really good person doing really, really good things.

that, or scientists ran loads of illegal experiments on my ancestors.

the latter does explain my unnatural wit and charm.

i mentioned the game because today is romero's birthday. also, i'm not grown yet; it can still happen! it's something of an ambition of mine, to slay hoards of zombies until i get tired of it, then become one.

pretty much awesome, right there.

[anti_nietzsche]

It's cool that you have no fears. God hasn't given us a spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and of a sound mind. We are equipped to handle everything.

Much love,

D.

PS I also play computer games.

[kgrier]

hey, daniel!

i agree; it is empowering to know that nothing that has, is, or will happen to me is greater than god's design for my life.

there are some times when the physical pain is so bad, it drowns out almost everything, even thought. but, it cannot drown out god's presence, his spirit reassuring me he is with me, and hurting as i hurt.

that love, it makes it worth it, you know?

i'm friending you, brother, and praying for you.

~k

ps: i knew you were good people. ;o>

[anti_nietzsche]

Hey thanks Kim,

yes it's all about love. I forgot about the WoF teachings once I came back there and realized it.

I am happy to have a church and other chirstians like you in my life.

GOd bless, sista!

And btw, what is that photo of you showing? It looks like a limb with some hair, but I can't make it out, it looks strange.

[kgrier]

i'm glad things are straightening out for you concerning wof. the really scary thing about it is that it's based in actual promises from god, so it's difficult to know where his truth ends and man's assumptions begin.

i am happy to have met you, daniel, and i'm glad we are siblings in christ! i'll be praying as you study the words and teachings of luther, that you find a system of belief based in love that draws you ever closer into a relationship with the lord.

love in christ!

oh... also, my icon is a picture of the back of my neck and shoulder, from slightly above. my hair is brushed up in a bun.

[rest_in_thee]

What is psa?

I had thyroid cancer last year, and they took my entire thyroid out, which now means I am permanently hypothyroid. The good thing about hypothyroid is that it is super easily treatable, just a pill every day and that's it.

Anyway, I will keep you in prayer, for what it's worth.

Sorry to drop in like this. I'm mostly just procrastinating by being an lj-stalker ;-)

[kgrier]

psa (or, rightly, PsA) is psoriatic arthritis. it is an autoimmune disease marked most visually by rheumatic inflammation in the joints. in this way, it's very much like rheumatoid arthritis. unlike ra, however, it also causes the immune system to attack tissue (in the form of psoriasis), muscles, organs, tendons... pretty much anything with which the immune system can come in contact.

it's caused hashimoto's disease, which means my hypothyroidism is probably permanent, as well (and we've got to keep an eye out for lymphoma). so, you and i are in the same pill-popping boat!

i'm always appreciative of prayer, and you can be sure i'm reciprocating.

in love,
kim

[rest_in_thee]

Ugh, that sounds rough. Definitely praying. Your attitude is wonderful. I know in my own struggles I have found that suffering can be such a profound experience of faith. The closest I've ever felt to God, the greatest experience I've ever had of His nearness, was during my cancer treatments. Faith is a powerful union, and the Cross of Christ makes ours not only bearable, but even fruitful.

[kgrier]

my prayer through this is not so much "lord heal me," or even "lord, ease my pain," but "lord, safeguard my attitude." because, for a time, the medication i was on stripped me of my choice in the matter, and that, of all things, was the hardest to endure.

our attitudes, especially during difficulties, are one of the most potent witness to others of our relationship with the one true god in christ. as long as my attitude remains effective, i can deal with anything this disease throws at me.

because there is nothing quite like his brand of comfort!