Greetings my friends and faithful readers,
Thank you for sticking with me during this momentary slump in my writing regime. I assure you I will get my writing mojo back.
They say 'confession is good for the soul'. I don't like to talk about health issues on the internet, but I want you all to know why I have not been on much social media since May of 2018. I know you were used to seeing me daily on Twitter and having me post a serial story chapter 'here', weekly without fail, for the past 24 years.
In May, I underwent a lung biopsy. I was diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis and Hypersensitivity Pnuemonitis. This means that I inhaled a toxic gas over a period of time which has permanently damaged my lungs. I have retired as of October 31st and therefore am no longer in that environment.
The bad news is, I will never fully recover. The good news is, I am off oxygen now and hope to regain 5-20% of the lung capacity I lost through clean living and holistic medicine. The modern medical community didn't have much to offer me for treatment. Prednisone was their only option. I chose not to go with that. Too many side effects.
The doctor gave me a "Sell by" date, but I intend to turn it into a "Best by" date and make them all eat their words.
So I am meditating, taking regular walks, eating right, doing acupuncture, and resting (a lot). Unfortunately, at this point, everything is an effort, even just writing a blog post.
I have a great support system of friends and I will get beyond this. I am not my disease. I am Theresa Snyder, author of Fantasy, Scifi and Paranormal.
Thank you for sticking with me during this momentary slump in my writing regime. I assure you I will get my writing mojo back.
They say 'confession is good for the soul'. I don't like to talk about health issues on the internet, but I want you all to know why I have not been on much social media since May of 2018. I know you were used to seeing me daily on Twitter and having me post a serial story chapter 'here', weekly without fail, for the past 24 years.
In May, I underwent a lung biopsy. I was diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis and Hypersensitivity Pnuemonitis. This means that I inhaled a toxic gas over a period of time which has permanently damaged my lungs. I have retired as of October 31st and therefore am no longer in that environment.
The bad news is, I will never fully recover. The good news is, I am off oxygen now and hope to regain 5-20% of the lung capacity I lost through clean living and holistic medicine. The modern medical community didn't have much to offer me for treatment. Prednisone was their only option. I chose not to go with that. Too many side effects.
The doctor gave me a "Sell by" date, but I intend to turn it into a "Best by" date and make them all eat their words.
So I am meditating, taking regular walks, eating right, doing acupuncture, and resting (a lot). Unfortunately, at this point, everything is an effort, even just writing a blog post.
I have a great support system of friends and I will get beyond this. I am not my disease. I am Theresa Snyder, author of Fantasy, Scifi and Paranormal.
Doctors just guess half of the time. Take good care of yourself. I'll keep you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteSending you healing light. Have missed your dragon posts on FB. May good health chase you down and envelope you in a big hug.
ReplyDeleteTheresa, thanks for sharing your personal story with us. I’m sorry to learn of your illness and that its cause was environmental. I hope you continue to improve, regain your strength, and can continue to write. Will keep you in my prayers. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Theresa. it sounds like you are making good choices for your health. I hope you will be able to write again soon.
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ReplyDeleteWow, Theresa, I can't imagine what you're feeling and going through. I'm sorry to hear that you were in the toxic environment so long, there must be others in your situation. I'm sending love and prayers for your speedy recovery. And I'm asking all the Angels to help and comfort you. God Bless you.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear you've had such a hard time, Theresa. Pryaing your recovery continues to improve. xo
ReplyDeleteSo pleased to hear you took the alternative medicine path, Theresa. And also that you're so pumped with positivity. We may not interact online so much anymore but you're always in my thoughts and prayers. I still hope to meet you one day! Keep strong and positive sweetie xoxo
ReplyDeleteYou hang tough there Theresa !
ReplyDeleteSo sad to hear you've been going through this. I wish you every bit of strength I can send you to help you fight.
ReplyDeleteHugs. A positive attitude is the best medicine.
ReplyDeleteTheresa, I'm covering you in hopes and wishes for a good recovery. You are a magnificent writer and person. ~ Jenny B
ReplyDeleteI wondered where you were. Bless your heart. You are a survivor. Take it is baby steps. Life seems to get in the way. Good to hear from you again. Take care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteTerribly sorry to hear about your health issue and hope all goes great and you recover even more of your breathing capacity. We will pray for your strong recuperation and hope you can get back to what you love.
ReplyDeletel looked you up today for some reason after many silent years only to read your sad news; l should have been a better friend ;
ReplyDeleteJudy
Hello dear friend. We had to watch a very close relative die of Asbestos + heart failure his weight was 24 kilo and we all grieve daily not only was he a beautiful human being but a very intelligent man who was like a sponge he was interested in so many things from genetics evolution and although not a religious man could quote so much from the Bible and knew so much about BC and lost civilizations His wife is not coping at all, she had 63 wonderful years of marriage and just can't cope with his loss.
ReplyDeleteShe is also on Oxygen for Emphysema so know what it is like to struggle with a Lung problem. But you my friend have a vivid and wonderful imagination and when I too a stroll with you through your garden I felt such Peace that reached from your Video to my Lap Top I could actually 'feel the peace'
My thoughts are with you daily and I want you to know that. You have so much to give and have given so much pleasure with Farloft ( I tend to love children's books) I just want to take this opportunity to 'thank you' I only wish I lived in the same country as you as I would love to have met you in person. You will 'cope' with whatever path is before you and know that you are cared for by so many people. I am so glad I recommended your Farloft Stories as they have brought joy to some pretty sick children that where in Hospital.
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Hi Theresa,
ReplyDeleteI wish you well and sending prayers for strength in healing. I lost a lung to lung cancer and still have breathing issues. I do take different supplements & drink herbal teas but have found Dr Tobias Lung Health capsules help me. Everyone is different and I don't know all your health issues and meds but you might check with your dr. to see if you are ok to take it and give it a try. I get it from Amazon. Best wishes and strength your way.
Hoping you are gaining strength everyday. Ive really missed you. Stay safe..
ReplyDeleteSending you love light and peace
Mam, I read on your blog about your health, lung infection problem, I felt sorry but I have been seeing you for a long time on Twitter and have full faith that you will be out of this situation soon.I know your confidence level is very high that will lead you to the healthy and perfect life. Good luck mam,have a nice time...........Meena Sevak....
ReplyDeleteHello Theresa from my wife and of course moi ! We are so sorry to learn of your health issue and feel more empathy than you can imagine as a member of our family died of Asbestos disease + heart failure 15 months ago the family even asked the family DR for medicinal Canabis because Morphine 4 times a day was no help. However the Oxygen did help. Are you letting Farloft have a rest too? so many of our friends know you now because of Farloft.
ReplyDeleteYou lost your darling Dad too and our thoughts where with you then. I know for sure you hadn't Blocked me so I had this feeling ( my vibes are 99% right usually) something was wrong. I had a break also as my very old PC gave up and I had it repaired but I really need a 'new' one so I am not on TW as much and my dear wife has Emphysema + a spine that has 7 discs with no cartilage between the disc's. Please know we are thinking of you daily and when you feel you have a good day you can do a PRIVATE message. Please take care and positive healing thoughts are here in this message and a big HUG from both of us xx
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Theresa, I'm sure you will get your Best By date. I'm so sorry you went through this. I am sending you love and affection. I see your re-tweets and blog posts and I'm so glad you are still with us. <3
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