The right half of me is quite numb from the waist down, aside from some serious buzzing, itching, and burning. Temperature changes send shocks through my joints. The right side of my stomach feels a bit as if it's been bruised. Since learning that I had MS nine years ago, I've never before had symptoms so obviously... neurological. Despite all this, I'm ecstatic to report that I can still walk normally.
I write more about it here, in this "uncensored" blog. I figure I ought to keep such ramblings separate from tales of my expat experience. If you're a sensitive reader (or perhaps one with good taste), you might want to avoid it.
Anyway, since I'm on syysloma, I'm doing everything in my power to have fun. It's quite uncomfortable to run, but I still go out for a brisk walk every day.
It snowed yesterday evening, and things look really beautiful in this sort of autumn/winter limbo.
Today, I went looking for some winter boots, and quickly gave up once my patience for shopping had been spent. Not wanting to go home, I began exploring the nooks and crannies of the city.
I write more about it here, in this "uncensored" blog. I figure I ought to keep such ramblings separate from tales of my expat experience. If you're a sensitive reader (or perhaps one with good taste), you might want to avoid it.
Anyway, since I'm on syysloma, I'm doing everything in my power to have fun. It's quite uncomfortable to run, but I still go out for a brisk walk every day.
He is? Where?!
It snowed yesterday evening, and things look really beautiful in this sort of autumn/winter limbo.
Today, I went looking for some winter boots, and quickly gave up once my patience for shopping had been spent. Not wanting to go home, I began exploring the nooks and crannies of the city.
No words.
I haven't done much studying, which I suppose is all right. Sometimes my brain needs a week-long break from Finnish so that it can subsequently begin again with a little more vigor. I do hope I still have one by the time class starts up next week.
SORRY to hear about your health problems, but I'm HAPPY to know you can still walk normally and you can even do a brisk walk every morning. I REALLY REALLY hope that your MS symptoms don't get worse at all and that they'll stay mild for a VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY long time, but most of all I truly wish that doctors/researchers discover new things/treatment/whatever to help MS patients effectively.
ReplyDeleteHaving a break is essential to recharge. Wise decision! :-)
Take careeeeeeeee and have a lovely weekend!
P.S. Anal thunder????? Mitä kuka häh????
Thank you so much, Amel. While this really sucks, I do realize how much worse it could be. Being able to walk is somehow even more awesome than it was before. :)
ReplyDeleteI guess Anal Thunder is a band from Lappeenranta. I came across that record today and couldn't stop laughing. :P
Yeah, you're right about your perspective. It changes when you have experienced something like this, eh? THANKS for sharing!
DeleteOhhhh...it's a band name, eh? Definitely an unforgettable one ha ha ha ha ha...I thought it was some kind of indie movie at first LOL!!!!!
Yikes, Elena. Amel said it so well - all the very best that your symptoms stay manageable and that medicine continues to find new answers. Meanwhile, "Anal Thunder"? I started thinking what particular image they might be trying to evoke, and instantly regretted having gone there...!
ReplyDeleteYou should see their band shirts.
DeleteHey c'moon girls :D Anal Thunder is a great punk rock band! I used to love them as a teenager. Especially this one song was a favorite for my and the guys... I think it was called "Drink myself to death". Oh yeah: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTlygrXzNAQ ;)
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