Doctor's Visit

Yesterday was my appointment with the specialist and it went really well. They took a lot of blood to run several tests which should be back in a few weeks. Until then he started me on a few different medications, a lot of supplements and has suggested that I start on a healthy and mostly organic diet. We'll see how that goes. He seems to think that I will get worse before I get better but at least I will get better, eventually.

Thanks for all your prayers and concern, it means a lot to me. Keep praying for my house to sell soon!!

Progress

I have a job! I am currently in the process of moving (you see how productive I'm being since I'm typing this instead of carrying boxes) and trying to get settled. I start my job next week and I can't wait. The first 2 weeks of vacation were nice, the last 6 have been so frustrating. I will be working with a sports medicine clinic at a local hospital but I will actually be working at the new YMCA as a Lifestyles and Wellness Coordinator. I'm not sure if that's the actual title but it sounded nice. I will also be doing some sports coverage at a local high school part-time. As I get started with the job and get more involved I'll explain more. Since I'm moving I will not have much access to the internet so it may be awhile before there are updates but I will try.

My appointment with the specialist is this Thursday and I am very relieved because I need to get a diagnosis so that I can hopefully be cured. My house has still not sold and I am getting more worried by the day. My dad is in Panama for the next 10 days on a medical mission trip so please keep him in your prayers along with all this other stuff.

We lost a great family friend and a wonderful woman of God this past week. She was an amazing woman and was very loved. I love the Eakins family very much my heart and prayers are with them. May God bless them and give them the peace they need.

No News

I haven't updated in awhile because I haven't had anything to update. Medically I have not been doing well lately but my doctor's appointment is next week so I'm holding out hope that I will finally be diagnosed and on my way to recovery. I have still been working on trying to find a job and I feel like I'm about to succeed. I have talked with the hospital again and if things stay on track I should be able to start at the beginning of August. Once things are final I will try my best to explain the job and the circumstances. I will also be moving again in order to be closer to the job. I absolutely hate moving but I know that it's for the best and I will get to live with my wonderful grandmother.

Please keep me in your prayers and know how grateful I am for all of the love and support.

Independence Day

I LOVE this holiday. Right after Thanksgiving, this is my second favorite day of the year. I love that we are able to celebrate our freedom and the way that we live. I love that this is a day spent with family and friends. I love BBQs and picnics. And I love fireworks. If not for the brave and heroic soldiers that fight for our freedoms everyday we would not be able to have this holiday. We take so much of our lives for granted and don't stop to think about how lucky we truly are. Take time today to remember how blessed we are as individuals and as a nation. I had a friend that was killed in the line of duty in Iraq last year and there isn't a single day that goes by that I don't think about him and how much he gave up for me to be here living this life. When you hear the Star Spangled Banner today or see an American flag, stop and take a moment to remember what this day actually means. In fact, take a moment every day, not just today.

Photos

I never could get the pictures to load on here so follow this link to my album on Facebook.

http://harding.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2046573&l=c3dc8&id=71006176

Vacation Wrap-Up

I had a great time in California hanging out with several different friends and enjoying the great weather. The conference was interesting and I heard a lot of new information. It definitely made me ready to go back to work. Throughout the week we had time to do the touristy stuff so here's the rundown. We went to two Angels games, Disneyland, California Adventure, met Vince Papale (from last summer's Disney movie Invincible), Santa Monica Pier, Malibu, Pepperdine University, Rodeo Drive, saw the Hollywood sign, and went to a Dodgers game. It was a long week and I took a ton of pictures but I can't get them to load. I'll keep trying!