Living Whole with Chronic Pain
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I have a praise to tell you about. I had posted under "Events" Salado's Got Talent! which was July 3rd and 4th. We had an awsome time. We raised almost $4,000 for The American Cancer Society. I had the pleasure of being the Emcee and I sang a litt...
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PATTI G. is this group's LEADER. Her servants heart is evident in her prayers. I know that you will be blessed by her ministry.
~Kimberly W.
Salado's Got Talent! - Mystery Guest Revealed! at The Salado Silver Spur Theater
July 3, 2009 at 7:30pm to July 4, 2009 at 7:30pm
The Mystery Guest is Daniel Jans, a Soldier, Singer/Songwriter AND an America's Got Talent finalist! Don't miss out! Help spread the word!
Music, Fun and Laughter - Music and Laughter is the BEST Medicine!
Living Whole member Rita Oden will Emce...
This is a group for all the book lovers. It's created for those that like to find inspiration in learning something new or get lost in the eloquent writings of a good story between the cover of a book. So let's share the joy of reading!
Ya'll come! Be sure to ask for the "Living Whole" discounted ticket price of $12.00 each!
Be sure to check out the Salado's Got Talent! event benefiting the American Cancer Society. July 3rd and July 4th at 7:30. I will be the Emcee and I will perform some comedy skits. Be sure to ask for the "Living Whole" discount price of $12.00. Ya...
GREAT BLOG girl!! Thank you for sharing your journey. I am also on a "health search" journey. It will be great to read about what GOD is showing you through this and to compare notes. Good getting to know you Rita!!
Hey Rita,
I'm glad to meet someone else who is gluten free. I have been wheat -gluten free -soy and dairy free for several years. It cleared up a bunch of digestion problems, migraines and sinus problems. I'm glad your friend told you to try this ...
Salado's Got Talent! at The Salado Silver Spur Theater
July 3, 2009 at 7:30pm to July 4, 2009 at 7:30pm
Music, Fun and Laughter - Laughter is the BEST Medicine!
Local performers include Mary Bentley, Tony Blackman, Joe Berg, Richard Paul Thomas, Karen Stalcup, Rita Oden and a secret "Mystery Guest". Adults $15.00, Seniors, Military and Students $12...
Joy, Thanks for the sweet note! Yes, I feel called to help others discover the root cause of their disease(s). It can dramatically increase your quality of life! There is an on-line support group called "SillyYaks". Cute name. You might want to ch...
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
What a beautiful blessing you are.
I have been struggling with this among other things
and I will go and check out this website.
I appreciate all your info with a grateful heart.
Thank you Rita, i'm hoping that i ...
Kimerly, yes, we should go have a gluten-free lunch together. Chili's actually has a gluten-free menu! You have to ask for it, but at least you can order confident that you will not get sick :)
Smiles,
Rita
Wow, That is Amazing Thanks for sharing that with us Rita. All it takes is for one person to tead htis posting and they will be like , wow thats it! I know whats wrong now. Imagine how many people wil be helped.. Thanks again have a wonderful even...
Many gluten sensitive patients are also allergic to dairy. It is a good idea to go off both while you are trying to discover if you have a gluten allergy. Then, you can slowly introduce dairy again. I keep benadryl and charcoal tablets, along with...
Joy, I would be happy to help you out! One in 132 people are gluten sensitive!!! The solution is simple. Go on a Gluten-Free diet. Within a week you will know! Go to www.celiac.com. Print a list of what you can eat, and what you can't eat. Keep it...
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Profile Information
- How did you hear about Living Whole with Chronic Pain Network?
- Kimberly Beers on Plaxo
- What I'd like to find here:
- Community, Truth, Friendship, Green living ideas, Understanding, Holistic Help for Chronic Pain, Exercise Accountability, Holistic Remedies for What Ails Me, Healthy Direction and Encouragement, Health for my Spirit, Soul, and Body!
- About You:
- I am a Realtor in Central Texas. I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease 3 years ago after many misdiagnoses. A lot of damage was done to my spine prior to going on a gluten-free diet. I am very thankful to discover the root cause of my problems. I have severe chronic back pain. I want to help others with similiar issues.
- What chronic condition(s) are you diagnosed with?
- Celiac, Osteoperosis, Arthritis, Degenerative Disk Disease
Rita Oden's Blog
Discovering my Allergy to Wheat, Part One
Joy, I would be happy to help you out! One in 132 people are gluten sensitive!!! The solution is simple. Go on a Gluten-Free diet. Within a week you will know! Go to www.celiac.com. Print a list of what you can eat, and what you can't eat. Keep it with you during this week. Real every label because wheat can be hidden where you don't think it would be. Also, it can be used as a filler in medications. I recommend the book "The Gluten-Free Bible". You can be gluten-sensitive and not have full blow… Continue
Posted on June 13, 2009 at 3:39pm — 7 Comments
Comment Wall (13 comments)
- At 10:26pm on November 23, 2009,
Disa Albanese said…
- Hello Rita,
I haven't been here for a while either. Have been worring about coming back because of that. Then, when the page opened, there were the same loving people that I had remembered! Mental...fibro fog....just plain ridiculous, I have no idea. OK...so I'm not well yet but, I'm walking with my King and laying everything at His feet. When we are on the throne too long (while trying to fix ourselves), that alone can cause physical
problems. When I finally jumped down...I litterly felt the weight lifted. Let us all remember that 'by His stripes...we are healed!
In His Love,
Disa
- At 7:02pm on November 19, 2009,
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- At 12:17am on July 3, 2009,
Joy said…
- Oh Rita - if only i could attend 'Salado's Got Talent!'. I live in MN so it's not possible but in my heart I will be there, I promise! WOuld you let me know how it went, if at all take some pictures so I can see. It just sounds like a blast to go and see. Besides that, i watched America's got talent and saw Daniel Jans. I liked his singing.
Anyways, i'm really looking into this celiac thing. Getting some good info. cutting out bread right now completely. It's hard and i goofed up today and had a sandwich but i have been dealing with low cramps that are very painful that i've just been wanting to get out of my skin. I've been kinda hard on myself for eating that bread today but i didn't have a choice as i was hungry and there wasn't anything else at the time to eat as I am not able to get to the store till tomorrow.
Anyways, I am waiting from the Library to check out the gluten free bible. It seems to be popular right now.
Talk with you later my sister in Christ,
Hugs and love to you -
Joy
- At 11:00am on June 13, 2009,
Joy said…
- Rita -
WELCOME! WELCOME! WELCOME!
I'm so glad you are here and are now apart of our Living Whole family. God brought you here on purpose and i'm glad that He did. I hope that you are making yourself at home and finding new friends here. I have been here since August of last year and it has become a part of my life with long lasting friends/sister in Christ that i wouldn't of met otherwise.
I happen to have Fibromyalgia but i have been struggling with IBS but now i'm wondering if it might just be celiac. I have been haven't difficulty getting a dignoses myself. I was wondering if i could ask you about your struggles with it and how you got to your dignoses. WHat are some of the things you deal with? And now that you know, how has it changed your life?
I just want to get a perspective from someone who has it rather then a the doctor that was kinda mean to me about it and never had it himself to understand my concerns.
Anyways, i pray that you are having a good weekend and i will place you into God's hands regarding your health and body.
You are always welcome to my page anytime.
With much Love -
Joy
- At 9:33pm on June 8, 2009,
Tammy said…
- At 5:49pm on May 29, 2009,
Disa Albanese said…
- OMGoodness! I didn't look at your bio before I wrote the note. Rita, I have had serious IBS problems for over a year now. Thought it was due to my HBP meds but, my Dr. switched them & the problems remain.
Most of the time I am doubled over in pain & never am without the big D! I saw Elisabeth H. on Huckabee last week talking about her book 'Living Gluten Free' & talking a bit about Celiac Disease. I went to Web MD and looked it up. I was in total shock! I have symptoms that I didn't even know were symptoms. Just suffered with them all!
I see a new gastro doc on Tues. I can't wait...can't live like this much longer!!! I also have osteoporosis, arthritis and degenerative disk disease. I had a 360 back fusion of my S1, L4, & L5 in 2000. I've never been the same since. Constant severe lower back pain. I am very 'weird' about taking my pain meds. Would rather be in pain than addicted to them! I am a 2 time cancer survivor and of course, am worried that could be the problem. I've stopped eating to lessen the pain. Lots of water though.
I pray that you are having more good days than bad right now! Isn't God amazing how he connects His children together! Would love to learn from you if I am in fact diagnosed with Celiac. I thank God for your being here on Living Whole~
YSIC,
Disa
- At 4:37pm on May 27, 2009,
Jan Lyn Lewis said… 
Hello Rita,
Living Whole has a lot of different areas on it. It does take a little time to get used to, but trust me, you will and go ahead and navigate all around and click on any links. You won't hurt anything. :)
You can read under "frequently asked questions" and that might help, or ask anything specific of me or any others here. Also, the groups can be found off the main page.
So pleased to have you!
Jan Lyn
- At 8:08pm on May 26, 2009,
Jan Lyn Lewis said…
- Hello Rita,
I'm thrilled that you have found your way to Living Whole and hope that you will really enjoy your time here. I'm also sorry to read the reasons why, but hope that you will feel some wellness and support through our little community as I do. I'd really like you to join Our Body: His Temple group with me if you would like as we discuss diet and taking care of our bodies. I don't have celiac but have many, many intolerances and am also gluten free in my diet. I'm sure we could all learn a lot from you and we try to support one another what ever individual nutritional needs we each have. Looking forward to getting to know you more!
In Friendship and Peace,
Jan Lyn
- At 3:57pm on May 26, 2009,
Patti G. said…
- Hi Rita,
Welcome to Living Whole! This is a great group of caring people. I'm so glad you finally got the right diagnosis so you could go gluten free and feel better. I was diagnosed with gluten sensitivity and found that going gluten free helped me get rid of most of my migraine headaches and digestive problems. I've been gluten free for several years now. Its tough but worth the effort.
Blessings,
Patti
- At 2:56pm on May 26, 2009,
Kimberly Beers said…
- Hello Rita, thank you so much for checking this out. I know that you will be so surpised at the compassion I have found here with these wondeful people. Take care...
Kimberly B
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