21 – Back to the Neurosurgeon

🌀 Mood: Anxiety, Relief, Uncertainty, Frustration Walking into the neurosurgeon’s office again felt… weird.Familiar, but not in a comforting way. I thought I was done with this part.We had already done the kyphoplasty on my T8 — the vertebra that had collapsed. It was supposed to be fixed. Handled. Resolved. But here I was again, nervous and uneasy. The MRI had shown a burst fracture … Continue reading 21 – Back to the Neurosurgeon

14 – After Kyphoplasty

🌀 Mood: Relieved, hopeful, and deeply thankful. Wow — what a difference a week makes! I want to begin by thanking my neurosurgeon who performed the kyphoplasty. The procedure itself was a rough experience, but it was absolutely worth it. I also want to thank all of you who prayed for me, sent encouragement, and checked in. I’ve felt carried by that support every step … Continue reading 14 – After Kyphoplasty

13 – The Kyphoplasty Procedure – Bones, Bravery, and Balloons — A Day I Won’t Forget

🌀 Mood: Raw, intense, faithful, relieved In my last two posts, I shared what led me to Kyphoplasty — the fractures, the back brace, the hope for relief. Today, I want to share what the actual procedure was like. I had a really difficult time sleeping the night before the kyphoplasty procedure. I didn’t feel especially nervous but sleep just wouldn’t come. That morning, before … Continue reading 13 – The Kyphoplasty Procedure – Bones, Bravery, and Balloons — A Day I Won’t Forget