Yesterday evening, I got some fantastic news. That rituximab treatment I got? It's definitely kicking in! My CK level was about 1710 yesterday -- the lowest it's been in months, and down enough that I have every reason to hope that I might just enter medical remission by the end of the month!
What I find interesting is that this wonderful turn of events coincides with a certain card that came up during my last tarot reading. Yes, I do read tarot. No, I don't think the cards are infallible or 100% accurate; I see them more as a potential source of insight. They give you something to think about and maybe a heads up; nothing more. I've been doing some monthly readings for myself while I've been in the hospital just for the practice. The card I'd pulled for this week? The Wheel of Fortune.
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| From the Zombie Tarot deck, a personal favorite of mine |
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The Wheel of Fortune suggests major change that can't really be resisted. Alternatively, it reminds us that the universe has a funny way of working in cycles; what's going on now won't last forever, and what's happened before is going to come around again. In my case, I'd say that having the rituximab kick finally work is one heck of a major change. Once my CK drops down to normal, it's going to mean that my muscles are no longer being damaged, and can just heal at a far faster rate.
I'm crossing my fingers, guys. I might just be able to walk up the steps home in time for Christmas after all!
