I had a glorious moment today. Maybe not for others, but for myself. Today marks months post op (where my stomach muscles around 5 in, maybe more apart got all sewn back together as normal up and down my entire body. I am so glad I had this surgery. How I had the strength to endure these hours after my last biological childbirth (We could adopt one day, but my hubby got fixed after our number 5 with us knit in peace and prayer) months later, and the recovery, was God's grace. A wonderful mother and step dad, and a great husband and kiddos. My mom lived in with me for 6 weeks. I still remember the drains, the fluid, thank goodness I was knocked out with the blood, the low oxygen,....and the peace of Christ. I had done it. He provided and He held me safely through. My Jesus. My burden of years was lifted.
Today, my scar is better, though hip to hip (it will continue to lighten) and my swelling is healing. It can take18 months for the cut blood vessels to heal and nerves to heal. And I was given a stationary bike by my mother and father in law. I rode it today for 10 minutes. My goal is 30-45 minute increments, but I only had time to hop on it for this during my littles nap, with a normal stomach-permanent coils and sutures for life.
Thank you Jesus. I am healing. I have also been intermittent fasting 14 hrs (some of my friends do 16) for almost a year! On and off, but I feel great. And, I've severely cut down dairy almost given it up. I feel wonderful. I drink almond or oat milk, love cashew yogurt, like dairy free cheddar and sour cream, and found great dessert and baking mixes. Reducing dairy or ridding it fights inflammation, helps weight, produces energy, clears skin, and promotes stronger bones. You are drinking milks with 2x as much calcium than cow's milk and eating lots of veggies, plant based snacks, fruits, proteins, and grains.
My little guy will stay on cow's milk until 3. Little children need the fat for nerve development during this critical time. Peanut butter is good and avocados, but they need lots of fat in their diets.
I've also switched to pure haven soaps and cleaners (my friend at church sells this to the right of my blog) and I also make our own bar soap for face and body at home from goat's milk base.
Basically, we try to be healthy but not make it an idol over Christ. My oldest girl is now gluten free with her health improving. I try to eat whole grains or sourdough and provide this for the rest of us. Lots of crockpot meals and Jeremy grills. We have a smoker now for meats and I make big meals all the time. My area of growth is more homemade pancakes. Measure to Measure gluten free flour is what we use. I have gotten better at eggs in the am and veggies in these scrambles or frittatas.
Anyways, it was a milestone, with my continued peace and joy in my Lord for me today. God bless you and your family.
Briana
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