So, due to recent health issues, I have been seeing the doctor much more than any one person would like to.
 About 4 months ago I had a procedure and crossed my fingers that I made the right health choice. A few weeks ago I went in for a follow up exam.  The doctor told me to call in two weeks for the results - no news is good news, and often times when the tests are negative, they do not call patients - ok fine.
  So here I am, plugging away at  work, chatting it up with a client and getting some invoices ready when my mom calls.  From the way she said Stef - I knew something was wrong.  Her voice was shakey and I new somethinig was up.  She told me the doctors office called and they wanted me to call them.  They wouldn't tell her why.  Immediatly my blood ran cold - ice filled my veins.  Shaking I took down the number and said I would call.  Now, I don't have my own office and I didn't want to make this type of phone call in the open, so I went into my bosses office, shut the door and shakily dialed the numbers.  The whole time my mind was rushing with horrible thoughts.  Was I going to need more surgery?  Did I make the wrong choice?  Would my future forever be altered?
   I quickly dialed and spoke to the nurse.  "Oh, Stephanie, Hi - just wanted to let you know that we got your test results back - all tests came back negative"  WHAT?  I was immediatly relieved and almost started to cry. This was crazy.  Honestly it felt like my life was suspended and then suddenly started again.  "No sweetie, your fine - we'll see you in 3 months for another follow-up".
   I have never been so thankful or relieved in my entire life.  I suddenly realized that even though my life isnt' perfect - it is a gift and it's about time I take this gift and make the most of it.  So - I've fallen off the horse when it comes to working out and eating healthy - so now I'm back on it.  I deserve to feel good about myself and I always feel better when I take care of myself.  I've also decided that I will no longer hold back - I'm not going to make people guess at what I want from them, from others, or from life.  That's no way to live, and you only end up disappointed - besides no one can read your mind.  I'm going to take care of myself, I'm only good to this world when I'm healthy, happy and thankful for what I have.  I will contribute to those around me - I don't have to change the world, but if I can make one person smile every day or make one person laugh, or lend an ear, well then I've made a small change.
   I am ever greatful for my health and my life  - I'm in charge now!
Thursday, January 25, 2007
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