January 29, 2007...6:30 pm
Job Hunting, Recovery, and other Painful Things.
January is almost gone and I owe you all more than one update… as the many emails and phone calls have reminded me! I have a picture hanging over my desk that, for me, sums up the prayers and thoughts in a wonderfully simple way. This picture was drawn by my good friend and fellow snowboarder, Daniel, age nine:
In the past few weeks I have been slowly gaining back energy and strength. Though I am still not at the point where I would like to be, I have come a long way, and for that I am thankful. The process of recovery is harder than I ever expected, and I still deal daily with headaches, pain, and exhaustion. My immune system is struggling to revive itself amidst all the colds and allergies of late winter, but, yes, I’m still taking my vitamins!
A few weeks ago I began the hunt for a job and have been seriously pursuing a few of my top options. I have had a few interviews and tests and continue to trust that God will provide the right job in time. I appreciate your prayers on that as well.
That’s all the news I’ve got – nothing too interesting, which, after months of doctors visits and hospital tests, seems like a very good thing!
Thank you for your continued support as I struggle through this time of recovery and growth. I’ll be in touch.
- Jess
1 Comment
February 23, 2007 at 8:57 am
Hi Jess,
I too struggle with ulcerative colitis. I have a very bad flare-up last year, which resulted in two surgeries. I am currently waiting for surgery #3 (hopefully the last one), which will likely take place in the fall.
I started a blog a couple of months ago at http://www.got-guts.blogspot.com to talk about my experiences and to encourage others to talk about their own. Please check it out and let me know if you are interested in adding your story.
I hope that you are feeling better and stronger. Remember that you are not alone.
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