Hi guys.
Sorry for being silent for so long. I have been really sick, vomiting every day for three weeks, and utterly fatigued, dizzy and shaky.
The problem is most likely adrenal insufficiency. I have a brain tumor, in the pituitary gland, so that is might be causing hypopituitarism, which in turn causes hypothyroidism, adrenal insufficiency /Addison's disease and so on. Low cortisol levels cause the nausea and vomiting. But there is no diagnosis yet, nor treatment. I'm having a MRI of the head and adrenal glands next weeks.
Indiana's problems seem to be resolving. In the MRI there was shadowing on both sides of the head, that was from the ear infection having seeped further in the head. She is having tubes put in both ears on Tuesday, and the doctor said it wouldn't surprise him if even the double vision would be corrected after that. So it's a really bad infection, that went unnoticed for a long time because there was no pain.
The exhibition is in a really unfortunate time, but I will have help in hanging it up, and of course the gallerist is there too.
If anyone living close by is interested in coming to the opening, you are most welcome! Of course you could check it out later too.
We have had to postpone the house building project. The log house company is amazing, we just moved it to the summer 2014, and they will even let us cancel the project early 2014 if it looks like we still can't go through with it. I honestly do not know at this point.
We will build the road anyway, and go camping there in the summer ;)
So what I'm thinking now is... we should always flow with the current of life, not falling too much in love with our dreams, not letting them become obsessions. It's good to know one's limits, and back out when you intuitively know that is what you need to do. A tiny log house, however sweet an idea, is not a good enough reason to kill myself you know? Any Thing in this world is not worth of such an attachment.
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what a situation to be in - a wonderful experience such is the exhibition and the scary and painful experience of the symptoms and health issues. I will keep you and your family in my prayers to get you through this difficult time.
:( kuulostaa kamalalle oksentelu ja olo. Toivottavasti näyttelystä voi tulla hyvä kokemus kaikin puolin kaiken tuon keskellä. Aion ehdottomasti käydä siellä, vaikka avajaisiin en pääsekään. Mökkiunelma jaksaa odottaa. Kun ei voi ei voi. Ihanaa kun toimittaja ymmärtää. Oli alunperinkin hyvän kuuloinen tapaus.
Whow, I don't know what to write down. The exhibition is great! The health issue must be very painfull and quite scary.
I wish you all the best I will keep you in my prayers, with love.
And the rest of your family too, of corse...
I am so sorry to hear about this latest health issue you are experiencing. You are such a beautiful person and it is a shame that you must suffer so. Both you and Indiana will be in my prayers in the hope the God will see fit to return you to good health.
i think for one that is young you are very wise.
it reminds me of lennon's quote...
"life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
keeping His healing white light of love around you and your little family.
xo
tammy j
Oh honey I am so sorry to hear that you are sick now! We will pray for you and your sweet family! Please keep us posted as you are able! And remember that God will never leave nor forsake you! I am sending healing prayers your way! with love Kate
Writing from Los Angeles, California and I can tell you that your blog has made a tremendous impact on my life. Thank you so much for sharing your light with all of us and helping our transition from materialism toward minimalism. I really want to keep reading more of your blog and am totally appreciative of the necessary hiatuses. Please take care and thank you again for all of your beautiful pictures and words.
I'm thinking of you and your family.
Hoping that all will turn out well in the end!
Wishing you health and safety from Connecticut USA. No matter what your or my religion may be, you and your family will be in my prayers. My stepdaughter had tubes put in her ears and it was the best thing,her health improved greatly.Best wishes to you and your family.
I am really sorry to hear that you are suffering with your health. A friend of mine had a tumour removed from her pituitary gland last year. She was suffering from Cushing's syndrome she is still far from being in good health partly because it took so long to get a diagnosis (nine years). However her health has improved masses since her operation last year. I really hope that you get some answers soon.
Hi,
I have a quick question about your blog, do you think you could e-mail me?
Heather
Dear Friends, I will try write soon and I just want to say Thank you so much for being in my life and caring. I appreciate more than you can ever know.
Heather: If you give me your e-mail address, I will :) Or you can e-mail me. Talk to you soon.
Oh woman.
The things you have had to endure.
There is much wisdom in what you wrote here: "...not letting dreams become obsessions..."
So much wisdom.
XX
I'm very late in reading this but I'm so sorry to hear about your health problem. It's my prayer that you feel God's hand on your life right now. Take care.
HI Vappu!
I finally got around to reading all of this!
First, I'm glad that Indiana is doing well. DH had tubes in his ears, and he turned out just dandy, so I'm sure she'll be great.
Second, I also had pituitary tumor (back when I was 20) with mild hypothyroidism. I, too, had no medical healing. I was simply healed with no explanation. I believe it was, in part, to whole foods (that's when I made the switch to whole foods!).
I'm so glad that things are on the mend for you all, and I look forward to seeing your health progress!
Like you, I do not see minimalism as the end-all. Instead, I have adopted two ideas: curating my life and efficiency. I find that these two guiding ideas make a big impact on how I view all kinds of decisions.
A small home, capsule wardrobe, and minimalist kitchen makes my life easier, more efficient. And, in terms of things -- the capsule is curated, the furnishings, bedding, etc are curated. Etc things are curated (and I do have "decorative" things)!.
Like you, I have to balance what my son needs. We still follow a certain measure of toy minimalism, but he has a need at times to just keep things that are truly junk -- ie, plastic cars a random person gave to him that he systematically broke into a lot of pieces. He still plays with the bits, so they have their own yogurt container and "home" with his toys! That meets his needs and makes cleaning more efficient!
Later, when I notice that something isn't being toyed with, I help it find it's way out. He rarely notices when this happens. And, things invariably find their way in, so there needs to be both physical and emotional space for that (even though I might prefer an *empty* room).
I am so glad that you all are doing better, and getting answers in terms of your health and life. I love reading your blog, so I hope you continue to get healthier and have an overwhelming sense of contentment and joy in your life to share with us!
Cheers,
Zoebird
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