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Thankful, Grateful, & So Blessed

Debbie Reynolds December 26, 2023 Life & Inspiration Comments (36)
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What a day, I thought it was just extra stress from the holidays- It all started about 10 days ago. I felt more tired than usual, less energy, and boy I sure needed my usual amount of energy and more this time of year. I had started a collagen powder so I thought was it that is that why my stomach was upset all the time now, all the amino acids? Then the pain started it was a dull pain, but hard pain in my upper abdomen, with acid reflux that felt like a blow torch was inside me trying to work its way up and out. I couldn’t eat, and I did not want to eat.

I finally decided that it was some type of gut infection, and many years ago at Christmas I had this, I was tested then and it was called H-pylori. I bad gut bacteria that wreaks havoc on your gut, and intestines that’s for sure. It robs your energy, and you feel sick. So, I called my GI doctor, they were gone all week last week for Christmas, I called my General Practioner, the same thing he was returning tomorrow.

This AM I got up and went to a new place here in my town like an ER, after testing it was H-Pylori, and they handed me a script and said to carry this to your pharmacy. I was relieved and ready to feel better. I got to my pharmacy, but they didn’t carry this concoction of meds three in one and it was 600.00. They could order it and it would be there in a few days. I said no I can’t wait. I left there and backtracked to another and another, and yet another pharmacy in my area, but no one had it. I pulled into a parking lot feeling sick and about to cry thinking Lord, what am I going to do, where can I go? Back to the ER. home, one more pharmacy? So, I got out my cell phone and called the last pharmacy I knew of in my area.

The young lady on the other end is the one who said we are very familiar with this medication but we do not keep it here many do not because of its cost and most doctors write three prescriptions and it is MUCH cheaper. I said well, I will go back to the ER and ask if they will redo it and come to you. She said no Ma’am take a photo of the prescription and send it to this number I will call them for you. I’ll take care of it and you just head this way we will have it ready for you when you get here.

God, heard my cries, He knew I was so upset that I had jumped through so many hoops just trying to see a doctor, and now this, He opened the doors for help with such a kind young lady who handled it all and I came home took my medication and a much-needed nap.

I felt so badly for Mr. Shabby, Christmas day is our day together since all our children are married and go to their wives for Christmas dinner. Yes, we could go but we just started this about 7 years ago where we would grill steaks, with all the trimmings. Yesterday I was in bed all day unable to do anything, I mean anything. He had a sandwich and leftovers from our kid’s homes from Christmas Eve. So, this evening, I will make all the fixings, while he grills our Christmas day dinner a day late. I tell you, my friends, again, as we age at times it is the little things that can set us off, especially when we feel bad. I was so thankful to get the medication, get home, and just exhale. Thank you, Lord, for all you do for me in my hour of need. I give you all the glory. So, it is safe to say that this Christmas was a blessing but, I was under the weather and did my best to smile and act like all was well. I didn’t share this with anyone but a good friend, then Mr. Shabby yesterday, I just pushed through. It is like that friend of mine I told says, it can always be worse! I am not surprised at this infection this time of year is the only time I eat out often while shopping, they say it is caused by utensils not being cleaned well, contaminated food, etc. It is getting to where I might need to eat at home all the time these days.

Thankful, Grateful, & So Blessed

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36 thoughts on “Thankful, Grateful, & So Blessed”

  1. It’s amazing how quickly a prayer can be answered when we have faith and trust!
    Really hate that you were so ill on Christmas Day, but so thankful you received the help you needed and the medications.
    My sister in law and her six month old granddaughter had Covid on Christmas but are doing better now. They live near Waco, Texas, so we don’t get to have Christmas with my brother and his family.
    So sweet of Mr.Shabby to fix steaks for yawl. Sounds good!
    Please take care and get well soon! Love, Susan❤️🌷

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    1. Susan, I am so happy to hear that they are doing better that COVID is awful. I think I am on the mend, but this takes time. It creates ulcers in your stomach lining so, I am in this for a bit.Love to you. Happy New Year, may it be a healthy, joyful yars filled with good things.

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  2. Hi Debbie, I’m catching up from the last few days. So sorry you have been sick, but glad you are on the mend now. If I fail to do so later, I wish you and Mr. Shabby a blessed and Happy New Year!

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  5. Oh Debbie, I’m so sorry you was sick like that and thankful you got the medicine. I’m happy you’re feeling better today too!! God hears our prayers and pleas. I pray that you never get this again. You are loved my friend. Please keep resting. 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

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  6. We so need God when we are in desperate need, I’m so glad he answered you quickly.
    We need Him everyday, all through the day, you have a good line of communication, & yet at times, we suddenly feel desperate, I cannot imagine those who don’t have that relationship. Where do they go, how alone they must be.
    Anyhow I’m so happy you are on the road to recovery, & may enjoy the rest of this glorious holiday time of the year!

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  7. I have had it before and it’s awful. I am so glad you got your medicine. Hopefully you will feel much better soon!

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  8. I am so sorry you were so sick for Christmas Debbie. It’s difficult to find a doctor at Christmas. And then you had such a time getting your medication. Thank goodness you did find it and are feeling better now. We, like you, celebrate with the children before Christmas so that they can go to their wives parents on Christmas. We did have a few people over Christmas Eve and spent yesterday together. I am grateful to be here yet one more year to celebrate.

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    1. When you have boys, and they take a wife, there are times you step to the back and go with whatever you need too. We dont mind and Christmas Eve is our time together. It was Christmas day too until the grand all grew up, all but Jackson and Mr.Shabby went over there yesterday AM to watch him play with his gifts. I was in bed and just not up to it so, that tells you know I was feeling very poorly.

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  9. Oh, so sorry you have been so sick and esp in Christmas day!! Glad to hear you were finally able to get the meds you needed to feel better! Hope you can take a few days to rest and recover!

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  10. Hope you feel better really soon! I recently had to get tested for H. pylori also but thank goodness I was negative. I was so glad because those antibiotics just about kill me when I have to take them. Hopefully, you do better on antibiotics than I do. Rest up. Happy New Year!

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  11. Praying for you. Seems like everyone I know is having trouble this year. My husband is battling cancer. More biopsies tomorrow.

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  12. I am glad to hear you are feeling better.. I came down with something midday yesterday.. my son has been over everyday with his dog coughing and complaining.. 🙄 fortunately blankets, rest and aspirin are helping. I am starting to really hate the holidays.. if my youngest son wasn’t single I would stop doing it.. I like your grilling idea! Prayers! My best to you in the new year!

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  13. Sane here last Christmas has a horrid gut bacteria snd went ti ER for 5hr wait got some pls called Domperdom which saved me but took a few weeks of agony.. so glad your on the mend

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  14. Debbie I’m so glad You’re feeling better, glad you and Mr Shabby had your special dinner today. What you had to go through was awful but you finally got the help you needed, praise God!

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        1. Oh GF…….. I’m sorry you had to go thur this.
          Holding you in prayer……. Hugging you with love.

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