It is definitely time for some writing therapy.  Warning:  You may find these series of posts very boring, but it's my blog and I'll write if I want to. HA HA!!
My physical world has been turned upside down the past 8-10 months.  Despite moving to the homestead, realizing it wasn't working, then moving back to where we started, I've been going through some big health challenges.  I would write it off as stress, which I was under a bit more, but deep down I knew something was not right.  After years of thyroid troubles, I had become overwhelmed with the symptoms that goes along with this condition.  I was having stages of extreme overactive thyroid hormone levels followed by stages of extreme underactive levels.  I honestly, at times, felt like I was going a little crazy, maybe bi-polar or something.  I knew I had to seek help because I wasn't getting it with my current doctor.  My sister, who also has thyroid issues, found a really good place near Nashville that specializes in hormone and thyroid problems, so I made my appointment and waited not so patiently for two and a half months.
So at my appointment, I was immediately impressed.  I am a researcher and not that I know more than doctors, but if given a condition that affects me or my family, I pretty much find out a ton of research and learn all I can.  So I could tell she knew her thyroid stuff.  *big sigh of relief* So she gave me some new information and resources, started me on a few supplements, and did some bloodwork.  She mentioned that my symptoms were pointing to a condition called Hashimotos thyroiditis, which is basically an autoimmune condition.  She recommended that I start a gluten free diet to see if my symptoms would improve and to get the ball rolling in case my tests confirmed her thoughts.
So after a weekend of really living it up in the eating world, one last gluten sabbatical, I started eating gluten free.  I know God is helping me in a supernatural way in this because despite a couple of temptations(which I didn't give into), it has been pretty easy.  Thank you Lord!! I have attempted doing this before for health reasons but gave up very quickly.  I am on day 18 and so far have not purposefully glutened my body.  And I say purposefully because a lot of times foods that are naturally gluten free may contain hidden traces of gluten from cross contamination. 
Last week, I was feeling so yucky.  Like in the pits yucky.  My thyroid had swung into overdrive and it was really difficult to cope with the anxiety and heart racing.  I received a call from the doctor's office that my labs were back and that in fact, I do have Hashimotos.  My antibody levels were very high.  I also was extremely low in Vitamin D and progesterone levels.  So, I am now waiting on a mail order Rx for my new thyroid medication and progesterone cream that will help with my moods.  My husband is probably saying "hallelujer!!"
So the Sunday before my confirmation of this, I was prayed for at church.  I had a great Holy Spirit experience and felt super peaceful that I am on the road to recovery.  I have been prayed for with my thyroid MANY times, and while I know the Spirit was present, something in me wouldn't receive it.  This time it was all about Him and I TRUST that whatever road to healing I need to be on, that's where He is taking me.  No putting God in a box this time, just an open heart and open mind to receive.  It is finished, He has done it. :)
So now I am rejoicing in the fact that I have hope and understanding of why my body has been under literal attack for so many years.  I am letting go of all the harsh feelings I've put on myself because I couldn't figure out what was "wrong" with me, I just wanted to feel good and enjoy this beautiful life.  I have gone from feeling hate towards my thyroid, to learning to be gentle with it, as weird as that may sound.  It is not the 'norm" to eat gluten free and live a different lifestyle, but if I want to feel better, I have to be obedient in these things.  Just like God has shown me with Noah, the physical body may have flaws, but the spirit man has no flaws and can show us the way to live our best life here on Earth despite the "imperfections".  As I've said before, miracles come in many forms.  Would I LOVE to wave a magic wand, or lay a magic hand, and fix every.single.thing, to say no would be lying. BUT! I know God is love and TRUST Him to show me where those personal miracles are for my life and for my family as well, outside of the box if I need to, the strength of Christ in me knows no limits. 
So because I just love to write, I am going to do a little diary about my journey with Hashimotos.  My friend, Audrey, has an awesome blog about nutrition and weight loss and is starting to log her food intake.  I have been writing my food intake down since I began in a journal, but what a great idea to share here.  If only for myself and accountability, that is okay, but if I can help someone else, all the better.  I am not perfect at it, but I am trusting that this road is MY road to recovery.  I actually am embracing my imperfections as learning curves, because if I fight them, I only give up and condemn the process of growth.  So if this bores your socks off, I understand, but if you are intrigued at how in the world I am doing with my journey, I hope I can inspire you to stay on your path and receive from THE source of life, in each and every moment.