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Category: Dysautonomia
303 ~ Light on the horizon – Part 13 ~
(Assalaamu Alaikum respected readers. We are finally at the concluding parts of Light On The Horizon which commenced in September 2020 but was stalled in January 2021. To recap at the point we last stopped, here is the link attached) https://swimmingthroughthewaves.com/2021/01/05/263-light-on-the-horizon-part-12/ 23/01/2020 Being a habitual morning walker I stepped outside onto the lush lawn, expanding … Continue reading 303 ~ Light on the horizon – Part 13 ~
302 ~ A seven-year survival ~
01/06/2022 I stood still in deep wonder as the morning sun greeted me with its warm golden glow & tugged my mind back to a place in time one year ago when this same body dipped into one of its unpredictable major Gastroparesis flare-ups. Violent vomiting, nil by mouth, hooked to IV fluids & IV … Continue reading 302 ~ A seven-year survival ~
300 ~ STTW hits four years ~
17/11/2021 Four years ago I stared at the space on my screen that stated type your website address & without forethought after a few minutes Swimming Through The Waves felt strongly apt as a description of my odyssey for the search of a mysterious diagnosis. Not hesitating further I followed the intuitive description & launched … Continue reading 300 ~ STTW hits four years ~
299 ~ Mind-blowing milestones ~
Amid Aaliya's relentless roller-coaster of health detours, my stumbles, sinkers & having Helen hold the fort intact when both of us helplessly derailed off the patient leading tracks, we are humbled to mark these mind-blowing milestones & swing into the momentum of 2022 hoping the past year of efforts proves beneficial to all in our … Continue reading 299 ~ Mind-blowing milestones ~
298 ~ A fresh start ~
السلام عليكم و رحمة الله و بركاته صباح الخير Good morning to all my respected & loyal readers The random rambling girl has finally reappeared for a fresh start after fifteen long life-changing weeks. The hotline here is almost perpetually flooded lol, but I try my utmost best to respond timeously as it is only … Continue reading 298 ~ A fresh start ~
289 ~ Outstanding qualities ~
27/07/2021 Dr Aarif calls early morning to set an approximate time for the afternoon saying he wishes to provide assistance to the best of his capability... At 2:30 PM I am introduced to a hospitable and skilled nurse by the name of Janet or sister Janet as nurses are usually addressed. Dr Aarif: Sister Janet … Continue reading 289 ~ Outstanding qualities ~
288 ~ A replacement arrives ~
26/07/2021 Gusts of nippy wind blow sand adrift into the sunlit sky and I sit in limbo mode under its rays speculating on the five day overturn. How did Salmaans serious display of concern twist into a total heedless approach My befuddled brain fraught with desolation and disappointment scrambles for closure, yet a second voice … Continue reading 288 ~ A replacement arrives ~
280 ~ Life through my lens ~
(Written over approximately two months - A composition of reflections from sunset walks and moonlight thoughts) I look around at the world, I see breathtaking beauty and intense heartache I hear the shuddery echoes of ambulance sirens rushing to and fro since daybreak I watch the clouds floating away and see tracks of death as … Continue reading 280 ~ Life through my lens ~
279 ~ Miracles from struggles ~
With love A little letter penned to my dear sister who's family feels let down and abandoned I share your pain knowing how the disregard of treatment makes one disheartened From my soul speaking to yours: It is natural to feel lonely, though you aren't really alone Allah is with you through your fears, through … Continue reading 279 ~ Miracles from struggles ~