Day at the beach by Noel.

Saturday, July 17, 2010

More relaxing and more medicine

First rough night last night... Extremely aching back and a headache with the feeling of nausea. I don't know how, but I made it through the night with the help of my two wonderful parents who stayed by my side through all of the pain. Today was the first day that I felt a lot of pain throughout the day and I tried to muscle through everything and have slowly been succeeding. I miss everyone so much already and I really miss being outside and being active. It's hard from going from practicing sports everyday to practicing getting up out of bed without hurting myself. My appetite is basically completely gone and the only thing that tastes remotely good is water and ice. But when I look down at my wrist and see this amazing bracelet and beautiful ring I get a big smile on my face and the pain feels like it is completely gone and I realize there is no way I'm going to give up. No pain no "game". If George Saint Pierre didn't have pain, he wouldn't be a great fighter and who he is now. Even though there is hardship through this experience, I have already gained so much and will gain more. If I named all the positives that have happened so far, the list would go on and on. I had more visitors today and more flowers which can put a smile on my face and even more great news from the doctor. It will be easy to fight sickness by myself while I'm going through all of this so I won't have to take more medicine than I already do.

17 comments:

  1. i hope you have a better day tomarrow i love reading your blog and i hope to see you when when you get home. your amazing and your doing great so just keep it up everyone loves you so much and and my family ask how your doing all the time hope you feel better

    love
    Ross

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  2. Noel- I am a believer in a lot of things, mainly God. But something else that I am a firm believer in, is that a persons attitude has a huge impact on how they conquer illnesses. From reading your blog, I can see that you are definitely on the right track as far as your positivity goes. Even through the pain, you're not giving up the fight and that spirit will take you so incredibly far. Faith in God, positive spirit, inner strength....three important things, and you have all three. Continue that spirit one day at a time. <3 Debbie, Tayli & Braeden <3

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  3. Noel, I know this journey will be rough, but I am with you all the way. You need me? Just call me, text me, email me, i.m., write a letter, whatever...I will be there for you! I wish I could take all your pain away---even if that means to put it on me. I love you cousin. Keep fighting. Never stop. <3
    ~Hailey

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  4. It breaks my heart knowing you are in pain. I'm sorry. I am very happy to hear you are coming home soon. Today driving by your house and looking up at your windows remembering how excited you were when we finished decorating it. What a beautiful home for you to come home to. I adore you and love you.
    Blessings, Aunt Sheila

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  5. Noel,

    I just wanted to say that I've been praying for you ever since I got the news & so has the rest my family. We love you & we know that your going to be okay. Your a strong girl! I love you =]

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  6. Good Morning, Precious Lamb.... we stopped at Costco yesterday after leaving Santa Barbara and got all the goodies to make your bed feel just like Grandma & Grandpa's bed; it's going to be really cozy!!

    Noel... thank you for allowing us to share this journey with you... we are so very honored to be a part of your team! You are definitely the team's leader and you have inspired each and every one of us. Your strength has given us all strength. Your faith is abundant, your character is beyond reproach - and the peace you have received from Jesus that you share with each of us brings us so much joy!!!

    Love you sooooooooooooooooo much!!!! Grandma& Grandpa Phillips

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  7. Hey Noel,
    Didn't like reading that you were in discomfort, I pray that the pain didn't linger for long. You are an amazing young lady with such a courageous spirit. You have a way to still appreciate the good things around you, even when the though times come. I am encouraged by the strength of your spirit, and your ability to enjoy each moment. Have a good day sweetie.

    Love,
    ~Ady

    PS. Love you Aryel :)

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  8. Hi Noel,
    It's your Aunt Sharon from Covina. All of us at Faith Community Church are praying for you and want you to know you are such a blessing to us. You're a strong and beautiful girl. Trust in the Lord with all your heart knowing he is by your side.
    Love and Prayers,
    The Valenzuela's
    Philippians 4:13

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  9. Noel, Just a note to say our family is praying for you and your family. We went to school with your parents and even though we've never met, we will be fighting this battle right along side you.

    IN IT TO WIN IT!!!!!!!!!

    Chavez Family
    Peter, Jennifer, Diego, and Elie

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  10. Sorry you had some pain. Just whistle a happy tune. Or focus on something beautiful like your family and friends. I'm praying that pain is at a minimum and joy at a maximum. God has His hand on you right now.

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  11. Stay strong Kiddd.
    I believe in you (:

    Love you
    Hailie Conrad
    <3

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  12. I'm a random follower who heard about your blog through someone at my church. Just wanted to let you know that I'm praying for you as you go through this journey. From what I've read on your blog, you sound like an amazing person! Sending love and prayers from Idaho. :)
    Ashlee

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  13. Noey it breaks my heart to think me you in pain... but like what everyone has said, your faith will get you through this, and you have the best attitude!! We are here for you ... You inspire me every day!! Love you Noey.. xoxo

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  14. We are sending you an abundance of hugs and kisses xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

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  15. You are an amazing young lady Noel! I think this is so much for a girl your age to go through but you have an amazing attitude and an amazing God! Will continue to hold you up in prayer along with your family. In his love Dede (Cailees mom)

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  16. Hi Noel,
    A friend led me to the Psalms yesterday. They are great prayers prayed by prayer masters and warriors. He said sometimes they are for you, and sometimes they are for others. I will read the Psalms and think of you. Open your bible and pray the Psalms!

    Psalm 40

    I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry.
    He also brought me up out of a horrible pit,

    Out of the miry clay
    Set my feet upon a rock,
    And established my steps.

    Keep on runnin' Noel!

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  17. Noel,I just wanted to say that I am so proud of you! You are so strong in your faith! GSP's got nuthin' on you! I love you!

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