Quick update

Just a quick update since several have asked...

My labs weren't perfect, but they were not as out of whack as expected. Closer to norm after a rough workout, which is great. But.. I was told to take it down a notch for another week on the cardio/gym part, and then try again with a tough workout. I am allowed to run - no more than 2 miles at a time - and with more frequent intervals (I have to go back to 1 1/2:1 instead of 3:1/2), plus keeping a slower pace and not trying to do it on a 90 degree plus day. I can go early AM, late evening, or on cooler or drizzly days. But, I am allowed to attempt the 2 turtle miles a couple of times a week. It's progress. I'll take it. I am also cleared to keep swimming a mile a couple of times a week - just not on the same day I try to run. Works for me!

Someone just asked me why I didn't share this excitement earlier. I mean, this is what I've been asking/begging/praying for going on 9 months now. I guess fear and doubt keep making me hold back. I'm so afraid to hope - and afraid to fail again. I'm just trying to keep things as low key as I can until I'm able to get back out there and do my thing. Just this blog alone has been difficult for me. I don't like to share the details or personal stuff. But, hopefully someone finds some encouragement or hope in it!

In other news - three  of my four doctors have decided to leave their current practices and two are leaving the area. It's a little unsettling. The fourth (who is my primary and the one I absolutely adore and rely on) assured me she isn't going anywhere. The one staying in the area is just heading towards private practice, which is actually going to be okay. The hard part is going to be finding another immune neurologist that has any clue about the specific condition I am dealing with. It may mean me having to travel back to NYC a couple of times a year. That is not something I want to do. Just pray that all of these changes won't impact the level of care I've been getting and won't add more stress to our already chaotic household.

Race News!!

As you know, I was deferred from the 2018 Anthem Star 10K in Roanoke, VA. That means I'm already signed up for the 2019 race. I'll also be blogging again for the race, and would LOVE for some of you to sign up to join me. It's an awesome race weekend. One of the best I've ever experienced. I plan on this being my first 10K back after the past year's ordeal. I will NOT attempt another 10K before that, even if I'm allowed. I would absolutely love to have some company going up and down Mill Mountain and while I hang out in the hometown the night before and day of the race.