Last year at this time, I had just sold my wedding ring to buy a car, to at least get us around. I was working at the Blow Dry Bar and getting back into the groove of living back in the States, being a working, single Mom. I was working part time and with Eric the rest of my time. Life last year was rough. I tried so hard not to cry with Eric around but inside I was worried about our future, non stop. Eric's receptive is close to his age so I know he is aware of everything.
I gained a ton of weight in the past 5 years after having Eric. I have had some crazy stress in my life and I was also diagnosed 5years ago with Ulcerative Colitis aka UC. This time last year I was on medication (supposedly forever) for my UC and was having on and off issues mostly because stress irritates UC. I was not exercising but was trying to stay away from foods that I could not digest. My UC was definitely NOT under control and honestly, I was so tired of taking medication 2400mg a day to maintain my disease. I had to change something!
I have always been fortunate to have my Mom and Aunt around to help with the daily things with Eric. Without them, I wouldn't have been able to survive the last year! I have a close group of girls who I consider Eric's Aunties and they also helped me tremendously through the past year or so. I am also lucky to have all of Eric's therapist's both in school as well as outside of school who help me daily with Eric. Without them, I truly could not!
That was last year....
This year has been filled with so many emotions, both good and sad. For the most part, both Eric and I are well! Everything seems to be falling into place. Eric is doing fabulous and I couldn't be prouder. He is reaching new developmental milestones and we are so excited for what will come in the future! He continues to grow and show his spunky, cute little attitude everyday, always with a smile. He will be 7 this coming July and I cannot believe it! His walking and running is getting better each day. His seizures seem to be controlled (knock on wood). Overall....he makes me so proud to be his Mom. Without him, I would not have known how strong I can really be.
This year, my health is awesome! I started regular exercise this past July and I am addicted now because I am really seeing results! I have not been on medication for over 6mths now and I am so happy to say I am in remission and I feel fabulous! Eating better and exercising....helps me keep my stress levels low. I finally realized that I needed to put me first, at times. If I am not here for Eric, who will teach him how to be a well rounded man? I have to be here!
So, as I live each day, I try to work on myself and help Eric learn the morals and values of life. I know my days will definitely be hard in the future and I thank God everyday for the people in our life. I also realize that having unhealthy relationships are not good so I also work on having the best of friends around Eric and I at all times. Negative relationships will not be tolerated.
So until next time....thanks for reading =)
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