Retinal issues .

If you've been following my blog, you may remember a few years ago I had a retinal occlusion in my left eye that was hemorraging.  I got shots in that eye and to this day still feel reminiscent that I was somehow auditioning to be a victim on the show "Criminal Minds".

I stress with each check up I'll once again hear "you need another shot". Today was another reprieve,  however the EpiRetinal membrane has gotten a little bigger.  These membranes eventually cover the retina and vision is distorted,  blurred, and eventually lost.  Surgery can remove the membrane,  but my specialist feels I wouldn't have a "marked" improvement.  So I chose to wait until it would be a marked improvement in my vision.

Yesterdays CT Scan showed my thyroid has gotten larger, and is pressing on my trachea.  This could also be another reason for my coughing until I choke.  More 5o come on that as I know.

You may be thinking "what else?" Believe me,  I've asked myself that before too.
When I say my health care is a full time job, I mean it !

BUT. .. I am still here.  I am still fighting.  I still have alot to give.
I knew 24 years ago,  and still agreed to be listed for that transplant. The overwhelming thoughts of a life off oxygen,  no wheelchair,  and the ability to breathe make this journey more than worth it.

Remember to always be thankful for what you have- good,  bad,  or otherwise for the alternative for me was to not be here at all to experience this life.  

Grab life with both hands,  stand strong and hold on tight.  It's gonna be one helluva great ride !