health and happiness

Two weeks ago, I returned from a trip to Vegas.  I went with my sister and we stayed at our brother's place.  I had an amazing time, but couldn't believe how run-down and TOXIC I felt when I got back.  And then my neck started feeling...weird.  I've always had pain in my neck from all the scar tissue, but this felt different.  Of course I started feeling my neck, and it felt weird.  Lumpy and strange.  Not good, given my propensity for hypochondria.  I made an appointment to get in to my PCP, but the week-long wait was HORRID.  I'm talking full blown nervous breakdown.  I couldn't sleep, and all I would do when I was alone is think the worst and cry. 

It's only scar tissue.  My bloodwork all came back perfect, with the exception of my crazy thyroid.  According to my doc, my thyroid labs make no sense at all.  The numbers are completely contradictory.  That explains the 'run-down' feeling...  I can't begin to tell you how relieved and thankful I feel. 

I have always known how loving and caring my sweet fiance is, but during this time of total mental breakdown, he couldn't have been more supportive.  I am so blessed to have him in my life. Oh yeah, that's right...I said 'fiance'  :)  We got engaged at the end of April and I couldn't be more excited.  What made it even more special for me is how excited the kids are.  I'm a stepmom!  And I'm blessed beyond measure.