Things I’ve Learned

Hi all!

Today I have a MRI scheduled, so I’d appreciate prayers, happy thoughts, etc…. out of everything so far, this is the thing that scares me the most. I’m hoping it turns out “normal”, but then again, if it does, we’re onto more tests and such. I was hoping that almost three weeks in I’d have a few more answers… definitely learning patience in all of this.

Two weeks ago, while I was laying with a heat pack on my neck, I came up with this little list of things I’ve learned recently. It’s rather humorous (well, I think it is)– hopefully you can get a laugh out of it. :)

  • There’s a channel dedicated to game shows. Family Feud may have been watched for three consecutive hours a few days in a row.
  • There are still good people out there. So thankful those who found me were caring and nice!
  • Heat and ice packs don’t get the credit they deserve. Lifesavers for sure.
  • Popsicles make you forget your pain for approximately 4 minutes.
  • Even after eating pizza 6 days in a row, I still wasn’t sick of it.
  • Holding your neck up takes quite a bit of energy and muscle.
  • There is no such thing as too many naps.
  • Getting an EKG done reminds me of getting a car battery jumped.
  • There are some good looking paramedics out there. Just putting that out there.
  • Doctor visits sometimes bring more frustration than answers.
  • You can have the best nurse and doctor in the world, but it still isn’t fun to see them.
  • My sense of humor has not diminished….if anything, it’s gotten worse.
  • My OCD stays intact even when I’m in pain. I may have seen things on the floor and pulled out the vacuum. It took all my energy, but it was bothering me to no end.
  • Your true friends are made known during difficult times.

Yes, this was completely random. I guess that’s a little glimpse into my personality. My real life friends know I can be super random sometimes. Occasionally they’ll just laugh when I bring up an off-the-wall thought or comment. :)

Question: what is something you’ve learned recently? I can’t wait to read your lists! Thanks for sticking with me in this post. I promise, the next one won’t be so random!

7 Comments

  1. After 3 moves in just over three years, I’ve learned that it’s not where you are that matters as much as remembering who you have with you. I am so much more thankful for my husband and two boys and the fact that wherever we go, we go together. And most importantly we know that wherever we go, God has led us there and goes with us.
    Love your list! I totally relate to your last one. I can be having the worst day with my nerve stuff with pain levels through the roof but my OCD tendencies still kick in and make me move!

  2. That sure was a great read! Your list, did make me laugh (I can relate to a lot of those things)! :) And hopefully I’ll make you laugh some…because I’ll tell you what I’ve learned. Never put a full soda can with a tiny hole in it, in the garbage. Long story short, forgot about doing it. Went to my laundry room (where my garbage can is). Took out the bag and heard a “hisssssssss….sssssssss…” sound. Jumped back, thinking I had a snake it the laundry room. Needless to say it was, that lovely can of soda I threw out! lol Yeah, I laughed at myself…my kids looked at me crazy!
    I wish you nothing but the best and Take care! :)

  3. Just read your post and I’m sending you a great BIG hug. The internet kind don’t hurt when you have aches and pains! Blessings on your day Paulina, I hope you feel better soon.

  4. Hi, Paulina!!! Thinking of you and sending you HUGS!! I’m glad to read that despite everything you’ve been through recently you still have your sense of humor and are able to see the bright side!! And btw…your new profile photo is just beautiful!!!

  6. What a fun and sweet post, Paulina! Was thinking about about you all day yesterday and hoping your test went well. Or maybe not so well…then they would know the reason that started it all in the first place and get you all fixed up good as new…You get what I mean, I’m sure, lol! {{HUGS}}

    Something I’ve learned recently – wow, that’s a hard one. Ummm, I’m going to go with how much easier it is to clean the house on Saturday mornings when hubby is out. I had it done in no time at all and didn’t have anyone complaining that they couldn’t hear the TV over the vacuum!

  7. Amazing list of things you’ve learned from an awful scary time in your life. Glad you are staying so positive! Sending you lots of love and prayers!
    I’ve learned volleyball is much harder than it looks… Saryn just started this week.

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