May Update

Yes, I have been avoiding anything that has to do with the word Lyme. Yes, including lime's themselves! My couple week sabbatical went longer then expected because I was honestly having WAY to much fun with myself and I didn't feel like I wanted to face my issue's head on for a little while.

I'm back though with some new developments that are rather interesting and frustrating...

2nd to last week of April: Picc line was removed (three weeks on Doxy IV) Was put on Doxy 200mg twice a day orally.

3rd Week of April: VERY SICK with flu of some sort. Was in ER because Doctor thought I had Swine Flu (hahahaha this story is rather funny "now" but not at the time)

1st week of May: Felt better from flu started to try and see if i could tire myself out before I went back to work (swam 1 hour three different times, attended dragon boat practice, helped someone move and even went out with some friends for a little fun on the town) the only effect these had on me was a little soreness in my muscles. I was VERY excited about this new found movement of my body and my ability to mingle with people again. This new feeling of well being gave me a very good glimpse on what life is REALLY like when I feel good and it seemed like everyday I was getting better and better. The best part was when friends mentioned to me that I was, "different." It made me feel like I WAS getting better. My mood went from calm and reserve to bubbly and excited about life. I even made some new friends. It was a complete make over.

2nd week of May: Started work... here is the frustrating part. To know what it feels like to be better and have it taken away is hard. I want to continue to "move" and get more fit again as I feel like a balloon from all my water retention and weight gain (it's only about 30lbs and I look fine just feel BIG)but how am I supposed to do that when one work day completely knocks me off my feet? This is the question I have to ask and this is where I feel like I might be starting from square one again.

I noticed that while I was not working I spent all my time managing my body. If I felt a little fatigued I would carefully look at why and try and change my routine a little. I ate and slept during specific times and made sure that I was not stressed EVER.

How is it possible to manage that while working?