Perry, I believe I've heard about Christ Haven before. I was invited to post there by somebody who messaged me a while back. I think it was Christ Haven,
but perhaps it was another Christian-based forum. They thought it would be a great forum for me to post on, but I never got around to adventuring into (
posting on ) that particular community.
Right now, I post very rarely on any forum. I used to be an elite poster and it wasn't unusual for me to post 50 times per day. But as of now, I find
myself struggling to feel accepted on any Yuku forum. There's no longer a place I can truly call a friendly forum that will embrace me for who I am...
I sort of wore out my welcome on a special Houston Sports Forum I posted on for the past three years. I had over 32,000 posts on there, and I thought I
befriended most of the members during the course of three years of dedication and committment to that community. The great people there still want me to
continue to post on there, but I need more time away before I come to any conclusions.
I just felt I needed time off from everything. I couldn't keep up the pace of posting so much every day. My declining health was a big factor into my
decision, but I also felt that sports was taking away a big portion of my life as well.
I just couldn't handle writing a book on every one of my posts anymore. The work involved was starting to take its toll on me.
And then I started posting in two other forum communities - totaling 400 posts and 100 posts in each respective place, but as it turned out... I wasn't
having any fun posting about things that were non-sports related. I felt out of place trying to type about things I wasn't comfortable writing about,
such as love ( adult content ) for instance.
I ended up making a fool out of myself to tell you the truth. My rambling and ranting nature ( being the writer that I am ), were too much for some people to
handle, but most people appreciated the fact I was always honest, sincere and never afraid to wear my heart on my sleeves.
So now it's like... What's the point of posting in any forum anymore? All I ever wanted was to feel accepted and like a good friend to people, but it
seems like I did more "doing nothing that was all about being negative" instead of "making a positive difference."
And now as I struggle with my everyday life ( health issues and all ), I can't even begin to explain what to do next. I don't even know if I have the
answer or solution anymore.
Becoming healthy is all that should matter to me right now.
I like to write and type ( or used to anyway ), and why I could never feel genuinely appreciated for my efforts when it came to forum posting is something
I'll always question. Maybe I need to make my own forum and be the administrator, or at the very least I'd like to become a moderator. At least then
I could feel more involved with something, instead of a workhorse who doesn't get any recognition or credit for the hard work they put in.
All of that sweat, blood and tears I put into those 32,000-plus posts were a big waste of time it seems like. Forget the fact I typed my enlarged heart out
to the point of nearly dying, and forget the fact I was the one working harder than anybody else when I should have just been having fun and enjoying life!
Perry, I felt a little better today... In the sense that I didn't sleep the entire day, but I did sleep a lot. I was also able to eat a full meal for the
first time since Friday afternoon. It was healthy of course, and nothing that I shouldn't be eating.
I'll see how this goes ( eating right and taking my medications on time ), because I don't want to seem overly confident only to suffer another
setback. I need to stay "Even Stevens" if you will, or on a level-headed mentality. I'm not even sure what the word I'm looking for is, but
I've been trying my best to overcome every single obstacle and illness that steps in my way.
Sometimes I feel like God gave me all of my health problems for a reason. He knew I could handle it and he also knew I'd become a better person for it, and
as I improve I'm starting to feel a lot better about myself.
My Nebulizer Machine has been such a blessing in disguise. Sort of like my own guardian angel in the form of an item. If not for this machine, I'm not sure
I would be typing this right now.
Thanks a lot for your prayers and caring thoughts, Perry.
I appreciate them immensely.
By the way, I want to totally change my profile and make something as cool as yours ( with a general theme like Poker ), but I'm afraid I get tired way too
fast when I'm working hard on my computer. It seems like I make a minor change and don't know where to go next.
Your friend, Ryan.
Slowly but surely, right?
I feel like I'm becoming a better person every day.
I'm a great person with a big heart ( literally! ), and that's the only reason I keep thriving for a better life. I promised myself I wouldn't cry
anymore, and so I'm not. Not one tear hit my keyboard as I typed all of this. Original comment »
07/24/08
Reply from Perry Spring:
Hang in the buddy, you will be fine, I know so....
Prayers do work, Monday morning I was in a prayer chat on Christ Haven, and prayed as hard as I could for you......
A lot of times I tend to feel discouraged and disheartened with my current health situation, but I know deep down there's a lot of strength and courage
inside of me. To be able to endure so much pain, staring it in the face without giving up... I know I can overcome any obstacle if I stay strong and
dedicated.
For all of my life, I've been doing too much thinking, debating, stressing and worrying... The only thing that does is lead to high blood pressure and
unnecessary anxiety, and I forgot to just say "It's alright," and just relax, have fun and enjoy life.
It's somewhat ironic how I kept thinking I was weak and afraid, but in actuality ( past the depression and self doubt ), I do feel strong and determined.
Sometimes it takes a serious health scare for a person to realize what's really important.
I appreciate even the little things in my life these days. Just drinking an Ozarka bottled water right now ( for example ), I say my thanks for this great
"Natural Spring" water that I'm about to drink. The next time something bad or unfair happens to me, I'm not going to feel frustrated or
become angered by it... I'm just going to accept it and move on with a better frame of mind.
All I can do is pray and think positively from now on. Whatever else happens is going to happen regardless.
My visit to the Cardiologist went well today, but the new heart medications I started taking are making me feel very fatigued and tired. I got home at around
10 a.m. and then I fell asleep and just woke up and it's nearing 5:50 p.m. This is the most amount of sleep I've gotten in a very long time. I actually
feel very relaxed right now. The good news is I don't feel a sharp burning sensation inside of my chest anymore ( at least since Friday Night ), and I also
don't feel my heart beating fast.
My mother purchased me a brand new leather recliner yesterday afternoon with a leg rest pull-up option. It's much more comfortable than the old one I had.
So I'll probably be spending more time in the living room from now on, and not on my computer inside of my room.
I'm just very thankful right now. I have prayed for a very long time ( every single day and night ), and I think God has been far too generous to me (
answering my prayers ) and allowing me another opportunity to live and enjoy life. It just feels like I'm getting chance after chance, and I often wonder
how truly lucky I am. Original comment »
I spent all of Friday Night and most of Saturday in the hospital. I was told by the doctor I could come home this afternoon, but I spent the rest of the day
sleeping with little energy.
It's about 1 a.m. early on Sunday Morning as I type this...
As it turned out, I was experiencing an irregular heartbeat due to my enlarged heart condition. They ran some tests on me and found out that I do have
cardiomegaly, which is basically an enlarged heart.
I was also told my blood pressure was much higher than normal, and with my Type 2 Diabetes they were very concerned about my future health.
I'm going to see a Cardiologist on Monday morning at 8:40 a.m. and so I'm nervous about that visit as well.
I also have to start using my Nebulizer Machine once every six hours ( I've already used it twice today ). I hadn't been using it since early February,
but the doctor told me to start using it again to help me breathe better in the mean time.
I also can't do any physical activities for the time being, in fear that I could experience a fatal irregular heartbeat that could kill me.
I began to cry as I asked the doctor at the hospital two questions. Will I live to see my 27th birthday on August the 15th? And will I live to see the Houston
Texans first regular-season game in 2008 on September the 7th?
He sort of smiled at me and told me, "Ryan, you try not to worry about that stuff. Let us take care of you. You're going to be fine if you stop
stressing over every little thing. You need to get that stress and blood pressure down. I promise you, you're going to see many sports in your lifetime if
you take care of yourself from now on."
He then gave me a strict diet to follow, told me what to do with my eating, drinking liquids and medications, and I have to start seeing a Cardiologist now. I
have a scheduled visit set for Monday morning.
I also struggle with Acid Reflux Disease and it's difficult for me to sleep, but I was able to sleep a lot today because I had very little energy or
stamina.
I'm just very scared and a lot is going through my mind right now. Original comment »
07/19/08
Reply from Perry Spring:
I will continue to pray for you, I know you will be okay...
Have faith, and fear not, you will see your 27th bithday, and many more.
Well seem as how dropping you a message then brings me to your Profile page I may as well say Hi while I'm here. This is one of my pets hates with Yuku why
are we not returned to the page we were on when doing a message? *lol* I'm not expecting you to know the answer just venting is all.
07/19/08
Reply from Perry Spring:
That's so nice..... Hope you're having a nice day...
Its aesome to find so many Christians post on yuku.. I was surprised.. But its awesome. I dont get there (or anywhere) as much as I would like. IM very busy
with my family.
Chat soon Perry
God bless
Carolyn
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RyanED
07/24/08
I just couldn't handle writing a book on every one of my posts anymore. The work involved was starting to take its toll on me.
And then I started posting in two other forum communities - totaling 400 posts and 100 posts in each respective place, but as it turned out... I wasn't having any fun posting about things that were non-sports related. I felt out of place trying to type about things I wasn't comfortable writing about, such as love ( adult content ) for instance.
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RyanED
07/23/08
I'll see how this goes ( eating right and taking my medications on time ), because I don't want to seem overly confident only to suffer another setback. I need to stay "Even Stevens" if you will, or on a level-headed mentality. I'm not even sure what the word I'm looking for is, but I've been trying my best to overcome every single obstacle and illness that steps in my way.
Sometimes I feel like God gave me all of my health problems for a reason. He knew I could handle it and he also knew I'd become a better person for it, and as I improve I'm starting to feel a lot better about myself.
My Nebulizer Machine has been such a blessing in disguise. Sort of like my own guardian angel in the form of an item. If not for this machine, I'm not sure I would be typing this right now.
Thanks a lot for your prayers and caring thoughts, Perry.
I appreciate them immensely.
By the way, I want to totally change my profile and make something as cool as yours ( with a general theme like Poker ), but I'm afraid I get tired way too fast when I'm working hard on my computer. It seems like I make a minor change and don't know where to go next.
Your friend, Ryan.
Slowly but surely, right?
I feel like I'm becoming a better person every day.
I'm a great person with a big heart ( literally! ), and that's the only reason I keep thriving for a better life. I promised myself I wouldn't cry anymore, and so I'm not. Not one tear hit my keyboard as I typed all of this.
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jrsredneckwoman
07/22/08
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RyanED
07/22/08
A lot of times I tend to feel discouraged and disheartened with my current health situation, but I know deep down there's a lot of strength and courage inside of me. To be able to endure so much pain, staring it in the face without giving up... I know I can overcome any obstacle if I stay strong and dedicated.
For all of my life, I've been doing too much thinking, debating, stressing and worrying... The only thing that does is lead to high blood pressure and unnecessary anxiety, and I forgot to just say "It's alright," and just relax, have fun and enjoy life.
It's somewhat ironic how I kept thinking I was weak and afraid, but in actuality ( past the depression and self doubt ), I do feel strong and determined. Sometimes it takes a serious health scare for a person to realize what's really important.
I appreciate even the little things in my life these days. Just drinking an Ozarka bottled water right now ( for example ), I say my thanks for this great "Natural Spring" water that I'm about to drink. The next time something bad or unfair happens to me, I'm not going to feel frustrated or become angered by it... I'm just going to accept it and move on with a better frame of mind.
All I can do is pray and think positively from now on. Whatever else happens is going to happen regardless.
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imarocker
07/22/08
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imarocker
07/22/08
cool profile dude! Been seeing your name alot, thought id say hello!
RyanED
07/21/08
My mother purchased me a brand new leather recliner yesterday afternoon with a leg rest pull-up option. It's much more comfortable than the old one I had. So I'll probably be spending more time in the living room from now on, and not on my computer inside of my room.
I'm just very thankful right now. I have prayed for a very long time ( every single day and night ), and I think God has been far too generous to me ( answering my prayers ) and allowing me another opportunity to live and enjoy life. It just feels like I'm getting chance after chance, and I often wonder how truly lucky I am.
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AngelsKissJM
07/20/08
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JLM38
07/20/08
Hoping You Have a Blessed Sunday,,just stopping by to say hello.
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RyanED
07/19/08
I appreciate the prayers very much.
I spent all of Friday Night and most of Saturday in the hospital. I was told by the doctor I could come home this afternoon, but I spent the rest of the day sleeping with little energy.
It's about 1 a.m. early on Sunday Morning as I type this...
As it turned out, I was experiencing an irregular heartbeat due to my enlarged heart condition. They ran some tests on me and found out that I do have cardiomegaly, which is basically an enlarged heart.
I was also told my blood pressure was much higher than normal, and with my Type 2 Diabetes they were very concerned about my future health.
I'm going to see a Cardiologist on Monday morning at 8:40 a.m. and so I'm nervous about that visit as well.
I also have to start using my Nebulizer Machine once every six hours ( I've already used it twice today ). I hadn't been using it since early February, but the doctor told me to start using it again to help me breathe better in the mean time.
I also can't do any physical activities for the time being, in fear that I could experience a fatal irregular heartbeat that could kill me.
I began to cry as I asked the doctor at the hospital two questions. Will I live to see my 27th birthday on August the 15th? And will I live to see the Houston Texans first regular-season game in 2008 on September the 7th?
He sort of smiled at me and told me, "Ryan, you try not to worry about that stuff. Let us take care of you. You're going to be fine if you stop stressing over every little thing. You need to get that stress and blood pressure down. I promise you, you're going to see many sports in your lifetime if you take care of yourself from now on."
He then gave me a strict diet to follow, told me what to do with my eating, drinking liquids and medications, and I have to start seeing a Cardiologist now. I have a scheduled visit set for Monday morning.
I also struggle with Acid Reflux Disease and it's difficult for me to sleep, but I was able to sleep a lot today because I had very little energy or stamina.
I'm just very scared and a lot is going through my mind right now.
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Redau
07/19/08
AngelsKissJM
07/19/08
JLM38
07/19/08
Just stopping by to say hello and have a great weekend
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hallak
07/19/08
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07/19/08
aussichick
07/18/08
Chat soon Perry
God bless
Carolyn
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07/18/08
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07/24/78
♥ If I could catch a rainbow
I would do it just for you
.
And share with you its beauty
On the days you're feeling blue.
If I could build a mountain
You could call your very own;
.
A place to find serenity,
A place to be alone.
If I could take your troubles
I would toss them in the sea,
.
But all these things I'm finding
are impossible for me.
I cannot build a mountain
Or catch a rainbow fair,
.
•*..¨..*• .¸??.•*..¨..*•.
¸
But let me be what I know best,
A friend who's always there.
Send One to All Your Friends Who You Think
~~**~~~ Deserve A Hug~~**~~
Hugz (Onewildcat)
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07/18/08
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