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Posted 11/28/2013 9:33 PM (GMT 0)
My illness has severely tested my faith and belief that I will survive this illness. As today got nearer and I found myself sicker than I have been in a long time, I could not think of many reasons to be thankful for. The depression from the medication that I take, the body pains, and the holiday season that I have to watch from the sidelines has not made it easier for me to feel well.

But then I reflected on how many of you are in worse shape than me. I reread some of my own post on days when I was feeling better and realized that things are not as bad as they feel right now. But most of all, as I read past posts, I realized that I do have something to be thankful for: you.

You were there for me when I was lost and with no hope for a future. You believed me when the medical community said that it was "all in my head". You were there for me when I could not put a step forward. You offered a kind word when I needed it the most. You have never criticized me as many of my so-called friends have. Instead, you have given hope through your kind words, suggestions, and have made me feel like you walk alongside me in these most troublesome years of my life. Will I make it? Will I overcome my illness? I don't know, but with you here, you sure put the odds in my favor.

I thank each of you on this Thanksgiving Day for your support and the Lord for putting you in my path.
Posted 11/28/2013 10:50 PM (GMT 0)
Awww, Healing!! That was soo wonderful! Thank you!! I know that this forum is sooo much more than just me, but I hope I did play a part in this somehow!

And I agree! I have a great love for this forum and those who come here. My heart absolutely breaks with each and every one of you that go through trying times, and with each new member. Fortunately, my hubby has finally seen that this is not a short term commitment for me ( ya think after 6 1/2 yrs?) and that I will help any who come to me.

BUT ~ there was a time (many years to be exact) that I was the one needing that help, understanding, compassion, support and the cheerleading to keep going. I didn't find it anywhere else but here.

Then I went through a really rough time during the final 3 months of my FIL's life when he moved in with us - those on this forum that were here during that time - I couldn't have made it without you.

Then I was diagnosed with psoriasis - two types. And it was the members on this forum that helped me to get to a place where I am controlling it & am looking to beat it.....all naturally!!

Again, I couldn't thank the members - past and present - enough, for you all have taught me something, even those that didn't/don't like me have taught me something.

So during this day of Thanksgiving, other than my family, I am most thankful for those of you here.

With much love to all,
Trav :-)
Posted 11/28/2013 11:05 PM (GMT 0)
I agree, healing98, I too am thankful for the group here, and the advice and experience shared.

While I wish no one had to endure any of this, I am grateful that there are those to help with what I and other newly ill folks can rely on for support and information.
Posted 11/29/2013 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
I wish I had come here more often when I first signed up. That's when I was going through hard times with my mom's decline and could've used more support, but being here has helped me heal from losing her and has helped me understand the world of Lyme, so I'm thankful that I came across this site. A special thanks to the moderators for keeping it a peaceful, friendly place.
Posted 11/29/2013 9:54 PM (GMT 0)
I'm in Belgium, we don't celebrate Thanksgiving, but still...

I wouldn't know what to do without this forum and its members... I've got somewhere to turn to when things are going bad.

A genuine thank you to all of you :-)
Posted 11/30/2013 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
I'm very thankful for this forum also. If I would have not stumbled upon it back in September, I would still be searching for answers.

Having only one band, #41, positive on my local western blot, many doctors told me no Lyme. But it was here that I learned that was not necessarily true. Because of you I found a LLMD, sent by blood off to IgeneX and it showed 6 bands positive. I thank God for directing me to this site and for all of the support I've received!
Posted 11/30/2013 9:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Healing, thanks for bringing this up. I do am thankful for the friends I have here. Their friendship understanding and compassion has helped me at times not even my family was able to. I am also thankful for this forum. We are advocates for those suffering from this disease and thank God this forum exists. It has helped so many people. And one last thing Im thankful for, TRAVELER. She is the queen of this forum and is always ready to help an old or new friend. God bless you Trav. :)
Posted Yesterday 3:29 PM (GMT 0)
What a beautiful post! You're welcome and thank you for letting us be in your life and sharing with us. You WILL heal...you're a walking MIRACLE! Tell yourself that every morning and whenever you feel down! You're a blessing and I can't wait until you chime on one day soon and say those wonderful words, "I'm symptom free!"

Blessings.
Posted Yesterday 11:27 PM (GMT 0)

BarnGurl said...
Hi Healing, thanks for bringing this up. I do am thankful for the friends I have here. Their friendship understanding and compassion has helped me at times not even my family was able to. I am also thankful for this forum. We are advocates for those suffering from this disease and thank God this forum exists. It has helped so many people. And one last thing Im thankful for, TRAVELER. She is the queen of this forum and is always ready to help an old or new friend. God bless you Trav. :)


Awwww!!! blush Golly Gee Shucks!! blush
**Kicks dirt with toe of boot**
Thank you, Barngurl!! turn But "Queen of the forum"?? Giggle! smilewinkgrin

I really can't express all the gratitude that I have for all of you here on this forum (whether you've posted in this thread or not) - and for those that that only read and don't post, but send me emails. I've learned sooo much from all of you! :-)

I'm relieved and grateful that I have not only healed (thanks in large part to this forum), but have been of help to anyone who may have reached out to me. I do hope that I can continue to be helpful!!
Posted Today 9:56 AM (GMT 0)
This forum and all the members make dealing with Lyne so much more manageable. Thank you for everything!
Posted Today 11:37 AM (GMT 0)
I am also thankful for this group of wonderful people that help us every day...THANK YOU!!! For all the advise and the time you spend on making people feel better and give us courage to continue fighting this disease.
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