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I Won Lotto Again.... A Big One

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Managing Real Estate Broker

 

On March 16th I posted "I Won Lotto This Week"....

Approximately 40 years ago I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at Mt. Sinai Hospital and The Lahey Clinic.... 

Once I understood that their was no cure for the disease I decided not to see any doctors...

Understand my Father was a doctor and was totally opposed to my position but I told him that since there was no cure and all they did was keep my in a state of high alert I would use other means to deal with the disease... and I did... I had a spiritual healer... an amazing hypnotist that taught me how to block pain and have out of body experiences... I followed Dr. Norman Cousins, Louise Hayes and on and on and on...

But then Rich broke his neck and was put in a Halo Brace and I began to faint every time I realized that he had that thing screwed into his scull...

So my son the doctor said I had to see a doctor to find out what was going on... The doctor was David's best friends Father and David was comfortable with him...

After explaining to me that Rich was very safe in that brace and would be fine he asked if there was anything else wrong with me... I said no and David said she has Lupus...

Let me make a long story short... he said he could take care of me because his daughter had Lupus... For approximately 27 years I have seen him every month... I have been on more drugs than I can list... I have had complete blood test every month... I have been on steroids and Lupus meds for 27 years... 

For whatever reason after finding out that I had A-Fib and the cardiologist telling me that it most likely was caused by all the drugs I've been on for Lupus I went to a rheumatologist for another opinion.... Imagine That !!!!! 

Guess what...all my tests were negative... He them asked me to ask my Doctor when was the last time he had a positive Lupus test...

Guess what...The doctor that has treated me for over 26 years admitted to never having one... 

I have since consulted with three other doctors and they all agree no Lupus for me...   That does not mean I never had Lupus but Lupus can go into remission and if it does all meds should be stopped and for me they never were...

I was used as an ATM Machine and never had a clue...

Now... here is why I share this information...  Everyone wants me to institute a lawsuit...  Guess what... I'm not... Not only am I not taking any legal action but I feel no anger I feel blessed to have discovered that I don't have Lupus and to know that in a short time I will be off of all the medication I've been on for years and I look forward to living a healthy life...

"Every time you get angry, you poison your own system" Alfred A. Montapert.... My system has had enough poison no need for me to give it any more...

I am so very excited and so happy. I have no words to express my gratitude to who or whatever it was that made me seek another opinion...

For 40 years I have avoided the Sun because it is not good for people with Lupus.... I can't wait to get a sun tan!!!

So that's my story...  We are all in a state of shock and we are all so very happy...

My advise to all would be...  Get second opinions when it comes to your health and don't wait 26 years to do so...

Happy Day....

Bob Publicover
Publicover Realty Group, inc - Stuart, FL
Thinking outside the box

Richard and Beth, I am speechless after reading your story. Thanks for sharing it with us and good luck. 

P.S. Forget the sun  tan. I have my own story on that one.

Mar 25, 2015 02:12 AM
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Good morning Richard and Beth,

A fabulus story and outcome. Many would be wiser to get a second opinion and remember that is what they are trained for. Also the mind if put to use can deter a lot of pain and illnesses.

Make yourself a great day.

Mar 25, 2015 02:39 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

What  a great story Beth, you are so right about anger poisoning the system. If only more people would realize that, we would have much more health.  A

Mar 25, 2015 04:17 AM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good Wednesday morning Richard & Beth Witt -

Wow... Now that is a story! I think maybe letting go and living for today and tomorrow instead of looking back is the right choice. Blessings.

 

Mar 25, 2015 05:19 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I love your advice.  Avoid doctors and when we can't get second and third opinions.  So glad that you discovered the TRUTH about the condition of your body.  We only poison our bodies with our own anger and resentment. Yeah for YOU!

Mar 25, 2015 07:07 AM
Sharon Paxson
Sharon Paxson, Realtor® EQTY Forbes Global Properties - Newport Beach, CA
Newport Beach Real Estate

That is an incredible story and thanks for sharing this. This is amazing that you had to be on medication for an illness you never had. Blessings to you, and your attitude about finding out about not having lupus is amazing!!

Mar 25, 2015 07:30 AM
Jill Murty, Realtor - Orange County, CA
Movoto - Laguna Niguel, CA

That's an amazing story.  

What the heck were they checking when they did a CBC once a month?  Complete Blood Count?  CBC might as well stand for Cooperating Broker Compensation for all it had to do with your health.

Your story is an extremely important reminder that we must be the stewards of our own health and to always get a second opinion.

Mar 25, 2015 07:47 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Beth, I am so happy for you. I have been thinking allot about you and decided just to let you be after reading you r last blog about 5 days ago.

That is the best news I have heard all day.

 

Mar 25, 2015 10:15 AM
Florida Tolbert Team Keller Williams Advantage
Keller Williams Advantage III Realty in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL
Keller Williams Land Luxury Division Specialist

hey the great news is you are okay.  The really great news could be you really may have won the lottery with a great attorney.  You are owed it for 27 years of misery.  

Mar 25, 2015 11:42 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Beth,

You are so blessed and have a real reason to celebrate life! This is fantastic news and I'm so happy for you. I totally agree anger can poison your own system and you have way to much positive energy flowing!! Congratulations and get out there and get that sun tan:).

Mar 25, 2015 09:32 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Beth. I am very happy for you. I learned this lesson too but it is one to remember forever.

Mar 27, 2015 12:55 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I might tell something not very traditional/rational, but have you ever thought that you was healed?

I knew a spiritual healer, who helped me to heal myself.

Apr 09, 2015 04:45 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Congratulations Beth, I am so happy to hear that you no longer have Lupus, not that it seemed to slow you down much.  Chances are that this dreaded disease just did not have a chance of surviving in a person with such a positive attitude.

Apr 26, 2015 07:37 AM
Lottie Kendall
Compass - San Francisco, CA
Helping make your real estate dreams a reality

Hi Beth - I'm delighted to read this, and happy for you. Being free of anger is a sign of who you are, and maybe has something to do with your favorable status. Congratulations!

Apr 27, 2015 08:59 AM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

                                                    Wow!  Just wow!  

            How did I miss this excellent story and such wonderful news?

                                                             WOW!

 

Apr 27, 2015 09:36 AM
John Meussner
Mortgages in AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IN, MD, MN, MT, NC, NJ, NV, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI - Fair Oaks, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Fair Oaks, CA 484-680-4852

I had missed this originally, but wow what a story.  I hope your tan is coming along nicely : )

Apr 27, 2015 09:43 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Sharing your story taught me that you should get re-tested.  Something I think will always stay with me

Apr 27, 2015 11:28 AM
Claude Labbe
RLAH / @properties - Washington, DC
Realty for Your Busy Life

I'm not sure I can understand the weight which has been lifted off your shoulders, as well as the family.

Enjoy and do so enjoy. (the tan too!)

The lawsuit?  Foolishly, I agree and understand.  Life is short, focus on the good & positive and shed this nightmare behind you.

What a great day for you.

Apr 27, 2015 01:59 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

I came here via Bob Crane.  Congratulations on such heart warming good news.  Mark

Apr 27, 2015 02:35 PM
Debra Leisek
Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska - Homer, AK

Congratulations! what a wonderful outcome for you both! Many Happy Days Ahead for you both!

Apr 27, 2015 05:25 PM