Chronic Illness And The Toll It Takes On Us... - Page 3

LindaSal · ‎05-15-2014

@SandySparkles Your positivity and faith is what carries you through. When I went through cancer I felt it was my attitude and prayers that got me through it all. I was fortunate to also have a great support system. My chemo nurses were so kind and they were amazed with my disposition during treatment. DH was always with me and would walk around and talk with some other patients that were all alone, as of course we were there for hours on end. You get to know your counterparts. My thing was, it is what it is and you just have to get in to the frame of mind of what you're dealing with to get through it. Just because I was sick I never wanted to bring others down.

I have not been the same since my cancer but I am just thankful to be here, each day is a gift and I wish you all the best, always.

jubilant · ‎06-10-2010

@SandySparkles I'm reaching through the screen to give you a warm hug. Thank you for your post....it is so uplifting. It is prayers and faith that have helped me make it through it all. It's not easy and when I feel bad about complaining, I read the story of Job in the Bible. Did you know it was the first book of the Bible ever written? When I read of all his sufferings and complainings and how much God still thought of him...it makes me feel a whole lot better!!

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@tg-indy wrote:
Very well said. Your post came at a great time for me, and probably for many others. Praying for all who experience this.

@tg-indy Welcome!🥰 I am SO happy it was of benefit to you, and perhaps others!✨

Any and all prayers are GREATLY appreciated!❤️🥰

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@GingerHead wrote:
@occasionalrain
@occasionalrain wrote:
When we're out and about, we can't know what the rude stranger, the person who cut us off in traffic, held up the checkout line...is enduring so it's only fair to give them a pass.

I say similar to my husband who has a tendency to get "annoyed" when driving. But it's so true, we never know if that seemingly rude person's world just stopped because they received some life changing news etc....you never know so I try my best to give people grace. It's always nice to remind ourselves to try our best in situations like this....

@SandySparkles Sorry you're going through some struggles. You're a kind light on these boards that I appreciate.

*Sending hugs and strength to everyone who's having a hard time.

@GingerHead Welcome!🥰 THANK you SO much for your kind words of support, and hugs to everyone! They are heartfelt!🤗

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@happilyretiredgirl wrote:
@SandySparkles Thank You for your post, I'm dealing with some issues as well. Your post uplifted me. I also have a loving and supportive family. After I read your post I prayed for you and everyone that is struggling with life issues. God Bless You and your family.

@happilyretiredgirl Welcome!🥰 I am SO sorry that you ,too, are having issues, and glad my words were of some comfort!!❤️ It is with loving family that we persevere through our trials! I am certain that everyone reading your heartfelt post, will APPRECIATE your solidarity, and prayers! May God bless YOU this beautiful morning!🙏❤️

THANK you SO much for caring to share!💖

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

Zhills · ‎11-15-2011

SandySparkles

Honored Contributor wrote:

‎10-25-2024 05:05 PM

"MANY of us face the UNFORTUNATE reality of chronic illness, and must battle the effects of it daily! Some of us have several that sometimes make our day to day simple responsibilities EXTREMELY challenging, and can cause depression! I have several and know this all too well...😐"

Add that to being over 80 and life is a challenge!

Keep on keeping on!

If you want to walk tomorrow, you will walk today!

It's not easy sometimes!

The best to you in the future. Hope you stay mobile for a long while!

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@speedy girl wrote:
Your posts are always so nice kind and supportive to everyone so I was surprised to hear you are dealing with difficult things some days. You are always so positive but its such a good reminder that we never know what others are dealing with and giving people grace is a little thing we can do for each other. We are all in this together!

@speedy girl Welcome!🥰 I am smiling as I read the many posts this morning!😊 My heart overflows with gratitude for the uplifting words of support, and encouragement extended to our Forum family!💝 I am honored AND humbled in this moment, and YES, we are all in this togetherrrr!!!❤️❤️❤️

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@Imaoldhippie wrote:
@SandySparkles ............I too have depression, anxiety and fribromyalgia. I know slowing down is also a natural part of getting older but when the fibro rears its ugly head the aching and tiredness is really challenging. I just plod on and thank God that I have been granted another day here on earth.

God bless you Sandy

@Imaoldhippie Welcome!🥰 I am SO very sorry to read of how your issues are adversely affecting you!❤️ As you know, the down days of depression can feel so isolating, and make you appreciate the up days ever so much more; especially when symptoms from other illnesses are overlapping!😐I like that you said, "plod on" as that is EXACTLY what we must do!😊

We all have struggles; some are shared here, some not; but it is the kinship of the heart that prevails!💝

God bless YOU!🙏 Please know that I care, and am here if you ever need to chat! You need only tag me!😊

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
@SandySparkles

Thank you for your very inspirational post! I do believe that it helps knowing that others are going through these battles as well. Your posts are always so kind and they do matter to many, many of us! Even though a lot of us struggle with chronic health issues, we can still reach out with kindness to others. My faith and prayer get me through each and every day and night.

@AngelPuppy1 Welcome!🥰 Yours is another BEAUTIFUL❤️ post that is uplifting me, and others who can relate on a personal level as well!👍

Kindness and empathy cost us absolutely nothing, but the emotional rewards we gain, are invaluable!💝

FAITH guides and sustains us!🙏

THANK you SO much for caring to share your kind words this morning!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

@LindaSal wrote:
@SandySparkles Your positivity and faith is what carries you through. When I went through cancer I felt it was my attitude and prayers that got me through it all. I was fortunate to also have a great support system. My chemo nurses were so kind and they were amazed with my disposition during treatment. DH was always with me and would walk around and talk with some other patients that were all alone, as of course we were there for hours on end. You get to know your counterparts. My thing was, it is what it is and you just have to get in to the frame of mind of what you're dealing with to get through it. Just because I was sick I never wanted to bring others down.

I have not been the same since my cancer but I am just thankful to be here, each day is a gift and I wish you all the best, always.

@LindaSal Welcome!🥰 I am SO, sorry for all you have gone through, and THANK you SO much for sharing your touching story of triumph over cancer!!❤️🤗 That insidious disease claimed the life of my DSIL! I watched as she went from a feisty, vibrant, beautiful woman to someone I did not recognize!😔 Her body was just SO weary, and her fighting spirit slowly disappeared.😐 Through it all, she NEVER lost her faith!🙏

I LOVE❤️ your healthy outlook and am HAPPY to read of your successful battle!!!💝 I appreciate that you said, "each day is a gift", as that is EXACTLY what life is; a divine gift to be cherish!❤️

I THANK you SO much for your well wishes, and am sending heartfelt prayers that you remain cancer free!🙏🙏❤️

~~~All we need is LOVE💖