Let’s play catch up, shall we? For any of those who were out of the blogging loop over the weekend, I shared that my grandfather had a stroke and a heart attack on Thursday morning. You all humbled me and made my heart so incredibly grateful by your sweet prayers, thoughts and kind words. However, while that ranks pretty high in family heath/ drama, that’s not been all. Let’s break it down.
Thursday: My grandfather had a stroke and a heart attack. I haven’t gotten any updates recently, but last I heard he was showing signs of improvement.
Friday: My sister-in-law Jordan had surgery to repair a torn ACL and MCL, and also had part of her meniscus removed (this was from an indoor soccer injury a couple months ago). She also had some issues with the meds and couldn’t remember snippets from a couple days.
Today: My brother-in-law, Roman, has apparently lost his memory and recollection of most individuals (I heard he does remember his parents). I guess he’s had a headache since Friday afternoon, but upon waking this morning they noticed immediately something was off (i.e. he didn’t know what cereal was). They’ve been running tests on him all day but everything has coming back clear, so they have no idea what happened or what triggered this. When Ross talked to him on the phone tonight, their mom had to remind Roman, “this is your brother”. Did I mention Roman is only seventeen years old?
So, that said – I know I’ve already asked for your prayers once, but if you’re the praying sort, I’d really, really appreciate it if you could keep our family in your prayers. Pray for peace for the family, for understanding and quick thinking for the doctors, for healing, for patience, and for a conclusion to what’s going on with Roman to be brought to our attention soon.
It’s all just so weird, and it’s really kind of hard to believe, “is this all really happening?!”
On a different note, if you’re a member of our family PLEASE keep yourself safe and healthy, k? Thanks. 
Let’s just move on, k? Life’s become a weird balance of moving forward while feeling incredibly out of control lately. May as well keep that forward motion going on the blog, too!
I woke up first thing and did Day 1/90 of P90X – the verdict? Well at least for the Chest and Back dvd? Not too bad! We didn’t have a pull up/ chin up bar set up right now, so I used a resistance band draped over a closed door locked in place. I also didn’t go “balls to the wall” – I pushed myself, but enough that I’ll still be able to move tomorrow. Ab Ripper X on the other hand? Ee gads, shoot me now. Holyyyy burn. I can already tell this will be what I’m going to have to push myself the most in!
Afterwards I had some Kashi Oat Flakes and Wild Blueberry Clusters Cereal with Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze.
Lunch I split up into two parts: Part A was a slice of toasted Ezekiel 7 Grain Bread with last night’s chili leftovers on top. Soooo good!
Part B was a portable green smoothie was spinach, a cup of almond milk, 1.5 Tablespoons chocolate brown rice protein powder, ice and a frozen banana.
Work pretty much flew by in a daze. I got the “Roman has no memory or recollection of people” text from Ross soon after I got in, so it was another “push through it and get it done” day. I did have half a larabar and a fruit leather strip I found in the bottom of my purse – I was soooo hungry at work.
I was so beat when I got home I just whipped up leftovers – makes for poor blogging, but at least it’s all gone now, and you call can enjoy my dinner from tonight, tomorrow!
Spinach topped with tortilla chips, chili sauce and tofu nacho cheese.
I also ate some vegan chocolate chip cookies. They were awesome. No regrets!
It’s time to crash. Good thing one of our favorite shows (Castle) is on! Bring on the mind-numbing tv, round 2.
Thanks again for the prayers. I love you guys.
I am so sorry that everything is happening in your family at once. I will be thinking about Roman and praying for a quick recovery.
I am keeping your family in my thoughts. So very sorry for what you are going through.
Will certainly keep your family in my prayers! Hang in there and know that God is still God and He’s had all this in control before you even begun to worry. Love you girl
You and your family are in my prayers tonight. Big hugs.
I am so sorry you are going through all of this with your family. I hope everyone recovers soon. On another note, you are doing the right thing by staying focused and getting your exercise in, it really helps to relieve stress. Keep up the good work.
so true! I’m so glad both Ross and I are still focusing on healthy habits. In fact, we’re doing the Plyometrics CD from P90X together tonight.
I’m keeping a good thought for your family!
prayers and hugs coming your way. unbelieveable! just unbelievable!
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So, so many prayers being said for you and your family, Lindsey. Big hugs and good vibes being sent your way.
I am really sorry all of this is happening to you, I know how you must feel. You and your family will be in my thoughts. I hope everything turns out ok.
Wow, your family is being dealt some serious blows this week. Your brother in law’s memory loss is especially alarming.
You and your family will surely be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sweetie!! This is so tough! I was already praying for your family, but I’ll add two people now and really emphasize the “you and Ross” part
Does Ross’s family live nearby or are they in…like the Carolinas or something? I am trying to remember…
They live in Orlando, so we may be going down this weekend if things keep up like this.
Yes–I think this could be good. I know I always like to be there when family is struggling. It makes me feel slightly more “in control” to at least see the situation for myself and know that I am doing something to help.
I am so sorry to hear all of this. I will be keep you and your family in my thoughts! Please, please be careful and take care of yourself and Ross
Wow, I can only imagine how hard this must be for you and your family. I am praying for a quick healing and peace for all of your family! Let me know if there is anything I can do!
I am so sorry girl.. I am keeping you in my prayers.. xoxo
I will definitely pray for your family. That is so scary about Roman. I hope everything works itself out soon!
I’ve heard that ab ripper x was INTENSE! I can only imagine. My core is pretty weak right now so I know I’d struggle with that.
I’m so sorry all this is happening to your family..you are and your family are in my thoughts and I wish everyone a quick recovery!
Gosh… I’m really sorry to read about all this. How scary about your brother in law… I hope they get some answers quickly.
Hugs.