In Good Condition
I have the spine of a 35-year old. That's what my doctor told me today as he reviewed the results of recent bone density and other tests. Almost everything is wonderful. My cholesterol is down, as is my glucose, and all my other numbers look quite good... except that there is osteoporosis in my hips. Odd, because my long bones are good and my spine is great.
So, reluctantly, I must (according to Dr. Lama) start taking a medicine I don't like. Actually, I am still debating whether I should take it at all. I will be in much prayer about it before I put the first pill in my mouth. I don't like to be on medication anyway, and this Fosimax is a pill you take on an empty stomach and must remain upright for a certain time after you take it... scary!
I must admit though, that I am thankful to live in a time of so many medical advances and in a place where I am privileged enough to take advantage of them. I consider myself more than blessed, highly favored indeed. I feel so grateful for good health, especially since I was supposed to have died several times, according to the doctors treating me during those times. But here I am in remarkably good condition, praise God!
I am not happy about my weight, however, so am renewing my diligence and increasing my exercise. You would think that with a great percentage of Americans considerably overweight and wanting to lose pounds, some enterprising drug company would come up with a medication that actually works. Oh, will power cannot be encapsulated and distributed to those in need of it (like me)? I just need to focus on the fact that I am more concerned with health than looks, but I'd still like to look thinner... or should I say less round?
And my day was like this...
So, reluctantly, I must (according to Dr. Lama) start taking a medicine I don't like. Actually, I am still debating whether I should take it at all. I will be in much prayer about it before I put the first pill in my mouth. I don't like to be on medication anyway, and this Fosimax is a pill you take on an empty stomach and must remain upright for a certain time after you take it... scary!
I must admit though, that I am thankful to live in a time of so many medical advances and in a place where I am privileged enough to take advantage of them. I consider myself more than blessed, highly favored indeed. I feel so grateful for good health, especially since I was supposed to have died several times, according to the doctors treating me during those times. But here I am in remarkably good condition, praise God!
I am not happy about my weight, however, so am renewing my diligence and increasing my exercise. You would think that with a great percentage of Americans considerably overweight and wanting to lose pounds, some enterprising drug company would come up with a medication that actually works. Oh, will power cannot be encapsulated and distributed to those in need of it (like me)? I just need to focus on the fact that I am more concerned with health than looks, but I'd still like to look thinner... or should I say less round?
And my day was like this...
- 07:40 Glorious rain! A good soaking rain without wind. The sounds in our sun room are heavenly. I have been praying for rain, thank you, Lord.
- 09:15 Leaving to go see Dr. Lama. I like his quiet, gentle and concerned manner... but he seems so young, as do more and more people as I age!
- 16:17 Home after doctor, bank, library, book store, pharmacy & shopping. Whew! Time to eat and read!
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