Strange Sense Of ...calm.

So, today I am exactly 4 weeks gluten free. Had some accidental glutten poisoning last weekend which resulted in another breakout of hives and no sleep that lasted almost one week. I have only been half-heartedly toying with the dairy free experiment up until 3 days ago. I would occasionally add a dollop or two of yogurt to a smoothie or put a little cream in my coffee which resulted in minor gas and scant bloating. But I decided to completely forgoe the dairy products for a few days just to see if there were any improvements to be had. And guess what? I have had this wonderful strange sense of calm. I slept good for the last 2 nights and my muscles are relaxed and not tense. This nasty shoulder, neck, and back tension has lifted considerably. I am almost giddy with anticipation over what the future might be like if this healing continues.

The physical part of this disease sucks, to be sure. But the most significant effect on me is neurological. The nerve problems and insomnia have been unbearable.

I found myself actually thanking God for this gluten problem (along with the other intolerances). This is something that I can control. Up until now, I felt like my health was completely out of control and my downward spiraling health problems seemed unstoppable. This can make anyone depressed. But the mytery has finally been exposed. I am thankful that this lifelong problem has a name and I am not dying of some mysterious, unspeakable disease. I can finally move forward in life and be confident that I can engage in anything I want. I have been held back too long.

All this being said, I hope I haven't spoken prematurely about being "healed". I still have a long ways to go and can only pray for my sleep to improve. It's a long way up from the very bottom.

Thomas