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Old 08-26-2013, 11:20 PM #1
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Going into surgery last Thursday, I had a very deep spiritual problem.... Was a very angry, bitter, and hateful person. We have all had hurtful things in our lives at one point or another, and the way that we deal w our pain is I guess somewhat a part of our current reality.
For me my chronic neck condition was my excuse to be sooooooo miserable. Oh, and I was great at being miserable. How my boyfriend of 10 years stuck with me through it all???
He explained that he loved me and he believed in me. Well, for the first time in an extremely long time, somehow and someway, I too love me and believe in me. Thurs, Fri, and Sat had to of been the most agonizing days in every way shape and form, yet I'm thankful to the universe, God, and all those around me because I pulled through NOT by myself but with the whole universe. My boyfriend was by my side through my whole hospital stay through Sunday morning. He drove me home and I pretty much slept until this morning around 11. I felt renewed and sooooooo ready for a new day. I had been so depressed and I didn't even know it. This depression, anger, etc. was so engrained in me that until this morning when the cloud lifted, I literally knew that not only did I have a new neck; I also, had a renewed spirit. I posted on this spirituality page last week before surgery because I think that my spirit was calling out, and I just want this community to know, your thoughts and prayers literally made all the difference in the world for me. I have a lot of work ahead working on my "heart stuff" .... And I know daily that I must renew myself spiritually and try to help others around me too. I can do this AND I know whoever is reading this CAN too!
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Glad to hear of the news you have given us. Here we are just a bundle of dear friends for one another. Each time we are in need the ours are there with their arms around one another. I myself back in 2209 under went brain surgery and felt safe because I knew God was with me, and my dear husband right beside me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Going into surgery last Thursday, I had a very deep spiritual problem.... Was a very angry, bitter, and hateful person. We have all had hurtful things in our lives at one point or another, and the way that we deal w our pain is I guess somewhat a part of our current reality.
For me my chronic neck condition was my excuse to be sooooooo miserable. Oh, and I was great at being miserable. How my boyfriend of 10 years stuck with me through it all???
He explained that he loved me and he believed in me. Well, for the first time in an extremely long time, somehow and someway, I too love me and believe in me. Thurs, Fri, and Sat had to of been the most agonizing days in every way shape and form, yet I'm thankful to the universe, God, and all those around me because I pulled through NOT by myself but with the whole universe. My boyfriend was by my side through my whole hospital stay through Sunday morning. He drove me home and I pretty much slept until this morning around 11. I felt renewed and sooooooo ready for a new day. I had been so depressed and I didn't even know it. This depression, anger, etc. was so engrained in me that until this morning when the cloud lifted, I literally knew that not only did I have a new neck; I also, had a renewed spirit. I posted on this spirituality page last week before surgery because I think that my spirit was calling out, and I just want this community to know, your thoughts and prayers literally made all the difference in the world for me. I have a lot of work ahead working on my "heart stuff" .... And I know daily that I must renew myself spiritually and try to help others around me too. I can do this AND I know whoever is reading this CAN too!
Gentle hugs,
rachel
Your words were very nice.

I believe in you and thanks for believing in me.

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very happy for you, may you continue in wellness both spiritually and physically!



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Going into surgery last Thursday, I had a very deep spiritual problem.... Was a very angry, bitter, and hateful person. We have all had hurtful things in our lives at one point or another, and the way that we deal w our pain is I guess somewhat a part of our current reality.
For me my chronic neck condition was my excuse to be sooooooo miserable. Oh, and I was great at being miserable. How my boyfriend of 10 years stuck with me through it all???
He explained that he loved me and he believed in me. Well, for the first time in an extremely long time, somehow and someway, I too love me and believe in me. Thurs, Fri, and Sat had to of been the most agonizing days in every way shape and form, yet I'm thankful to the universe, God, and all those around me because I pulled through NOT by myself but with the whole universe. My boyfriend was by my side through my whole hospital stay through Sunday morning. He drove me home and I pretty much slept until this morning around 11. I felt renewed and sooooooo ready for a new day. I had been so depressed and I didn't even know it. This depression, anger, etc. was so engrained in me that until this morning when the cloud lifted, I literally knew that not only did I have a new neck; I also, had a renewed spirit. I posted on this spirituality page last week before surgery because I think that my spirit was calling out, and I just want this community to know, your thoughts and prayers literally made all the difference in the world for me. I have a lot of work ahead working on my "heart stuff" .... And I know daily that I must renew myself spiritually and try to help others around me too. I can do this AND I know whoever is reading this CAN too!
Gentle hugs,
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Dear friend

Another success story
Be responsible do not be
foolish and do things if you
have someone who Loves you
will take care of you

My first surgery I went back two weeks
Post to work
worse thing I ever did
after my first ACDF failed to fuse
For me to have yet another a year later
Your surgery is deemed healed in One1 YEAR
in my second failed PCDF
NOW WITH INTERNAL HARDWARE BOTH PLATE 6 screws
FRONT
CAGE 2nd surgery
WITH ADDED PROBLEMS FROM THE VERY BEGINNING
I do not say this to scare you
Only a suggestion
Chill relax when your body says stop
STOP
don't do anything to compromise your
successful job
use that log roll

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Default Hi Rachel

I am so very very happy for you. I know that you will recover both in mind and spirit. I don't know how we break the cycle of depression for each of us, but I know what broke mine. I was so angry, it cost me friendships. Mad at life, mad at my situation, horrified at some of my family.
I have a story to share with Neuro Talk and you.
I was really down, went for a walk on the beach. For once my ankles were not hurting. Many were walking the same path I was on. I focused on forgiveness, and kept asking the creator, "what am I suppose to feel?" How do I learn to forgive? and how should I feel about all these things?" "I am sick of hurting!," tell me how to feel!." There was a shell cup down on the path I was on. Not natural to these parts. I picked it up and inside the shell written in silver marker was one word..... The Word Was "JOY".
Since that time, my depression vanished. Keep right on that path you are on. We learn so much from each other here. Get well soon. ginnie
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You are all awesome and I'm so happy for you scooter. And Ginnie you know how I feel about you. I never felt so good when I came out of my neck surgery. I instantly knew I was going to be better than I had been in 14 years. I woke up every morning with a headache. I haven't had one since my surgery over ten years ago now. God's peace to all of you and I'm so happy for you scooter. Julia "Blossom"
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I was drinking,and spiraling out of control years ago. I prayed this prayer with my uncle to receive Jesus Christ into my heart as Lord,and savior,and things started happening for the good when I started reading the bible. I stopped drinking,and the tremendous division was removed,and I knew that Jesus existed,and more miracles happened in my life. I read the whole bible,and my faith became strong.

This was a tremendous awakening,and I saw things differently. I was so lost before this,but now I understand,and believe that Jesus Christ has saved me not only in this life,but in that which is to come.

I went to church,and people loved,and prayed for me. I still have problems,but I'm not lost in them as I was before the prayer. Brokenfriend
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Default Hi Steve

It is amazing what our belief In God does for us. Just when you think you are going nuts, some kind of event happens to set us right again.
You are like me, as Science continues to inspire belief. It is so awesome what is in the Universe, that I can't help but believe. That Uncertainty principle, that proved a creator for me. I am glad that your faith, got you on track too.
Einstein wanted to "Know the mind of God"....I guess I am following that inspiration as you are. He claimed to be a non believer, however his writings and musings, do not show that at all. He said a a lot about God when you actually read what he said. Have a good day Steve, I am thinking about all of us here this morning. ginnie
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