Hi there again, sorry about the long absence. It's been a crazy few weeks and I'm writing to let you all know I'm good. This past & prior Thursday I was beginning to think I was in grade school again- I had to go for psychological testing and do all sorts of goofy activities- play w/ blocks, look at puzzles and fill in the missing rotation, take a true/ false test ( only 563 questions) make up stories to picture art , and finish writing complete sentences (51) and my all time favorites : definitions and similarities (lol) I even had to take some crazy computer test ( hit the mouse once when hearing or seeing 1) . I couldn't resist the urge to ask the attending doctor " Are you trying to figure out my mind or test my patience?" That got a good chuckle. Anyway that's over and done (yeah!!!) and the final results will in this coming week- It was just a matter of getting me a final diagnosis( mood disorder) but which one. I've also officially completed the sleep study, went overnight yesterday and though I was attached to all kinds of wires, it was quite comfortable. The tech was very nice and the room was gorgeous. Oh, I decided to save the best for last- the doctor recommended ground flax seed, apparently I have a slight case of too much bad cholesterol and suggested I go on a diet, I've tried it and it's nasty- I think I'll split the 2-3 tsps over the coarse of the day - but I have improved my water drinking habits and try to take a small walk down or around the block.
I'm beginning to feel a little more like myself w/ each passing day so here's to a great week for you and me. Take Care.

Health Update

Hi friends & family it has been a while and I'm happy to say I'm feeling better. Those mood swings that I had talked about recently has nothing to do with hormones for they were in a normal range. So what is it that attributed to my sadness, crying spells and self doubt? A chemical imbalance. Was I surprised? not one bit since I suspected it along. I knew what I had to do ~it was the matter of not wanting to see a particular group of doctors that kept me from seeking that help. Well I have great news~ Another location opened which is run by a totally different association and I couldn't be happier. The doctors are so much more thorough and look at all the symptoms from all angles. I went on Wednesday for an across the board blood test and they are recommending a sleep test but that will require the family doc's permission and an okay from our insurance and I'll be looking for that hopefully in the near future. I have just completed 4 days of group therapy and have to have my final schedule by Monday. Not neccesiarly a schedule but a final decision on whether I'll do all week or just the three days- Did I forget to mention its a two week coarse? I still have to iron out the details of you will be watching Matthew and when. Well the med I now take for a mood disorder is taking effect and It makes me tired and I sure don't want to fall asleep sitting here so I've got to get going. I wish each of you a great week.