We all know laughter is good for the soul because being a Christian is not easy, at least, for me. But it is sustainable through the knowledge of Jesus Christ, who has given us everything we need for life and godliness.
A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22)
Some of you have been following my blog since the beginning on June 29, 2019, and are aware of my health journey. As requested, I am providing an update while simultaneously bringing up to speed new fellow bloggers, blog followers and blog viewers. I started blogging as an outlet to share my pain, struggles and blessings to encourage others who might be experiencing the same or similar illnesses; and I also needed encouraging.
In April 2009, I sustained injuries that resulted in several years of physical therapy and approximately fourteen surgeries. I suffer with migraines from a concussion, and have chronic iron deficiency anemia, and monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS). MGUS is a condition that causes the body to create an abnormal protein with a slightly increased risk of developing blood and bone marrow diseases, including serious blood cancers such as multiple myeloma or lymphoma.
In 2016, I was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 2 and Hypertension. I am thankful to God for not halting my life even though I have daily chronic pain. God sustains me and I will be forever grateful. Apostle Paul said it best…
Therefore, I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. II Corinthians 12:10
Today, I had six injections in my lower back and in my joints for pain relief (three on each side of my spine). I understand that God wants our bodies to be healed; but more importantly, He wants our souls healed, restored and renewed by the cleansing process of studying His Word and developing a genuine and intimate relationship with Him through His plan of salvation. Apostle Paul wrote about “putting off the old man” and “putting on the new” in Ephesians 4:24; Colossians 3:9-10; II Corinthians 5:17.
All I can say is wow, thank you Lord for my fellow bloggers, blog followers and blog viewers. You all have truly encouraged me and have turned this journey into a blessing beyond my imagination.
Please know that you are very much appreciated and to God be the glory.
Tangie
I wish you weren’t going through this.
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Awww, how sweet. Thank you very much. It has been apart of my life since 2009, but thankful God has sustain me and I now have a very high pain tolerance level. Be safe.
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Isn’t that a strange thing about pain? It seems to either make us delirious from it, weaken us, or it seems to make us stronger. I admire your approach to managing it all. Best wishes
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I pray for all my followers and those I follow. ou will be in my prayers more often
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Thank you and I appreciate your kindness.
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Thank you for sharing your story. It sounds like you’ve faced many challenges and the continuing chronic pain sounds difficult. You’re so right, it’s good to have distractions and feel supported to help manage pain. As a newbie to blogging, I was pleasantly surprised to discover what a lovely community it can be here. Take care.
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Thank you for your kind words. This virtual world with fellow bloggers is an amazing blessing. I love the interaction.
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I will pray the injections help you! You have such a positive energy and every post is so inspiring!
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Thank you. I walked out of the doctor’s office pain free. I pray six injections last at least a year.
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How wonderful!!!! I pray they do too.
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Thanks for sharing about your journey. I pray God will continue to bless you and keep you. 🙏🏿
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You are welcome. Thank you.
I am nominating you for the Vincent Ehindero Blogger Award.
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Thank you for the nomination. 😊
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You are welcome and deserving
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Our God has not finished with you yet. You are a conqueror!!!
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Agree. I truly believe there is still much to do in the name of Jesus. Thank you for your encouraging words.
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I really believe that having a positive attitude and a joyful heart makes a huge difference.
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It really does…
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This is a nice post Tangie 😃 A joyful heart heals the most painful wounds
And yeah, I nominated you for my blogger award 😊
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Thank you. I accept your nomination.
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Thanks so much Tangie.
You’ve always supported me right from the beginning. You have a unique place in my heart💐
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Our fellow bloggers are awesome and very supportive. Blogging has been an amazing journey.
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Yes they are. And I’m happy we are part of the big community
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So am I…
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🙏😊
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I will give you your award soon. Please, send me the email that you want your award to be delivered to.
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tangie.woods@att.net
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I’v sent it💐. You can check your inbox or spam folder
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Received. It is very nice. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
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Thanks so much Tangie. It’s actually my first. As we continue our blogging journey, better things will begin to unfold to us
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Wow, all I can say is thank God you are still with us today. Thanks for sharing this. Something good shall come out of this!
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Something good definitely came out of it; interaction with virtual likeminded people in many countries that I never would have communicated with outside the blog. It took my mind off pain and gave me excitement to blog. My doctors are amazed that I am still functioning and working full time, and without complaining.
Thank you for your encouraging feedback.
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Thinking of you in love and prayers. 🙏🙏
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Thank you very much.
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