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An Update Regarding Graham's Health

APRIL 2010

We have received a breakthrough in terms of a diagnosis. Apparently at the time of the first attack in late October 2009, two things were happening: firstly, there was a viral infection that was present and secondly, my blood sugars were abnormally spiked. The combination made all sorts of conditions possible and masked the real culprit very effectively.

All the numerous brain scans and tests I have undergone proved two things: firstly, that I actually do have a brain and it works fine! Secondly, that it does not have a virus attached to it. The current diagnosis is one of Type 2 Diabetes. This apparently is possible to control by a change of diet and some exercise. I am told there are currently 28 million people in the US with this condition.

I need to learn what types of food exacerbate the condition because it is different for every individual. Thankfully I am becoming strong enough to do some regular exercise and am walking almost daily. I am enjoying presenting myself to the Lord every day for health and wholeness. My personal conviction is that I am not a sick person trying to get well, but a healthy person fighting off sickness. I love hope and trust and faith plus rejoicing and thanksgiving. I want to live life as a celebrant of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I have much to be thankful for and am well used to the process of attacking any negativity that comes my way, as well as resisting it from well meaning people!

Thank you for your prayers and encouragement!