Epilepsy-history recap-future to come

Epilepsy recap on my personal history--- breeze thru what I have somewhat gone thru -- and what is to come. As well as my daughter having epilepsy. Transferring my Hetty4Christ videos that have to do with Epilepsy here-- been meaning to for about a month. So this is a recap to start it up-- invite others. Blessings to you all-- know epilepsy will not hold you back- unless you let it!

Epilepsy Awareness Month how has it helped you

Epilepsy Awareness month... how has it helped you? May sound corny... but so true... In all tough times-you are able to turn them around for good in life-- and reach out to others.. be an advocate-learn amazing things thru it.. about Epilepsy, about others, about life.

Epilepsy Awareness Advocates are you open

Epilepsy Advocacy--- are you open about it? Do you share it with all easily-- without shame? It is amazing not what only it does for you-- but what it can do for others!!

Epilepsy Advocates let's talk

Be an Epilepsy Advocate!! Come talk about it with me and others--- support, knowledge, guidance.... http://www.tokbox.com/EpilepsyCures Changed it from my normal... :)

Epilepsy positives amazing actor activist

Our brain may misfire-- drugs may get us down-- but we have so many gifts, Epilepsy is not what is our life-- it is just a part of it that has answers out there. You are much more!! Great activist for it I talk about-- amazed at my epilepsy support group when we talked about his site---support-- actions.

Epilepsy, do you know your type

Out of all the types of epilepsy--do you know what type you have? I have gone thru several types--always good to know what feelings are also seizure related--so you can KNOW you are not losing your mind! Many different ways the brain misfires.

Transparency-God's workings!

Transparency ... SUCH A GIFT Jesus can bless us with----IF WE ACCEPT IT!!!

We have, yes the choice of hiding everything, or things we think that will make people run... think that we are somehow an alien or devil ridden or just weird... or we can be open with all that is going on in our life- knowing God turns all trials, health issues, work failings, money issues, marriage failings, rapings, beatings.... gosh etc.... He can turn it ALL for His Glory--- as we seek HIM--HIS help-- Trust Him... look to Him to help us thru it all-- knowing HE WILL SEE US THRU-- or we can be the type to take all control. But I say good luck. I tried that before I knew Jesus... and Lord, I can now compare the two-- BIG day and night.

I have personally been able to take many "bad" stuff and "hard" stuff... and use it to help others. See the light there is hidden in it all. As we walk close with Christ. When my ex beat me October 6, 2002... I could have been the type to yap and yell and rage on about it to the world... including (right now) our daughter.... but I didn't. I first-- because of that-- ran to find Jesus. AMEN!! Second, knew if my little one ever heard about that-- even in her very tiny years-- it would mentally affect her for years to come. Divorce-- even when the child doesn't know that other half well, is hard enough. I had parents that shared way too much info on their tragic marriage with me when I was small--that is where you live and learn comes in handy. Thru my close walk with Jesus since I found Him in 2003... it took me 3 more years to forgive my ex--- but it sure felt awesome when I did. And thru that.... he came into Tory's life for almost 2 years... with me being cordial, working with him and his military schedule. With faith-GOD WORKS WONDERS. He wasn't happy that Tory never saw him as dad few times she saw him. Well, my husband today has raised her since she was 2... he is her dad. I can't twist her arm. He has to earn it. Just as we have to call to Christ-our Father... "be my Dad!!! My Savior!! My Everything.!!!" That is what my husband is to Tory. Always there for her. Not one who might call once every 3 or so weeks. Imagine is Jesus was only around THAT MUCH??? WOW!!! How would life be?? We would be really sinking!! Jesus saw the actions... and my ex decided to give her to my husband for adoption.. I signed the papers day before our anniversary... so it is almost complete... what an anniversary gift from Jesus. And I will say--it is when we walk tight with Him, and don't waver. Don't snap. Don't let anger overflow our love for Jesus and all people. Because still today-my ex and I can still have a decent conversation, when we need to talk. So things work out amazing--when we hold on tight to Jesus--thru YEARS of a trial--or just days or months of one--HE GETS US THRU!!!! No pill will. No other "god". Nothing--but faith and prayer to Jesus, as you trust Him, and walk with Him tight--trying to be more and more like Him. Talk about an amazing God...WOW!! He has worked wonders in my life---and keeps working more. Setting up my 3rd brain surgery. That I know He is ready to control my seizures--thru faith. I love Him so much. He just amazes me--thru every great day, and hard day...know HE LOVE YOU EVERYDAY...
Sharing these stories... I am one very open soul.... I take all I go thru--and share it with all. I have come across so many I have been able to help because my mouth is so BIG.. about my illnesses, my faith, my ex, my life change today. Hiding all you go thru, doesn't help the one that could benefit GREATLY from your amazing faith, and knowledge of what issues you endure--yet still have faith!! Still are uplifting and loving. Not bitter, or angry. You can hold your hand out with the knowledge that will touch ones heart FOREVER. My MOUTH, ME, I am very transparent and open. Here for all... come to me on @EpilepsyCures and @AliveinMe on twitter.com
or http://epilepsycures.ning.com
or http://www.facebook.com/AliveinMe
or http://www.YouTube.com/Hetty4Christ

A few I'd love to see you at!! You all are blessings to me!!!!!

In His Grip,

Heather (Hetty) Siebens

The glory of God, and, as our only means to glorifying Him, the salvation of human souls, is the real business of life.
~C.S. Lewis

Whenever you are fed up with life, start writing: ink is the great cure for all human ills, as I have found out long ago.
~C.S. Lewis

One of my favorite books, yes it is: from 1955--- Harold and the Purple Crayon By Crockett Johnson :)

Epilepsy, questions, dealing with it

There are so many if's and's or but's on epilepsy... do's and don'ts ---we all differ---I can give you my perspective---many people have come my way with awesome questions and discussions on http://epilepsycures.ning.com They have touched my heart---along with the ones on twitter @EpilepsyCures !!!

Epilepsy Fear of having it

The more you are open to others about it---the more of an amazing help you are to sooooo many!!! I have learned that over the years- and found WOW-- how many are closed about it-- but when open-- it touches your heart-- and the people they are open to. I have met some amazing souls on my http://epilepsycures.ning.com account that have just touched my heart. Know you aren't alone and even not knowing you yet-touch my heart with your testimony!

Epilepsy amazing souls that are open

The more you are open to others about it---the more of an amazing help you are to sooooo many!!! I have learned that over the years- and found WOW-- how many are closed about it-- but when open-- it touches your heart-- and the people they are open to. I have met some amazing souls on my http://epilepsycures.ning.com account that have just touched my heart. Know you aren't alone and even not knowing you yet-touch my heart with your testimony!

Epilepsy will not rule you

Reaching out.....epilepsy will not rule you...there are so many ways to conquer..first is to have a positive outlook and amazing support. God has plans for you!!! Never forget that!!! I have been on all meds...going on my 3rd brain surgery...daughter has it too...but I know healing is taking place....and love to help others!!

Epilepsy Cans Cannots

Talking about some of the big warnings that doctors give to many people...when in reality #1 it is our choice... #2 it is truly all in God's hands... in my life one major thing in particular happened for an amazing reason... and with any warning given out there today... I would never think twice about it. Too much good came out of it all....

Epilepsy illnesses side effects other health conditions

We may have epilepsy, my child does too... but we are just as human as others. There are many answers and more to come. Cannot always blame epilepsy for everything, sometimes there is more tied in to the genes--such as my daughter. She has anxiety from my mother's side, ADHD from her biological father...so I just didn't get it when she was placed on an IEP in school---as for I was passing just fine, and on a much strong med... and my seizures weren't controlled. But we have to realize there is a reason for everything-and to know He gives us strength. My heightened time is prior that time of the month... I will have 10 more seizures than normal. So women out there... might want to log theirs.

Epilepsy connections---amazing soul--keep coming!

I have met SOOOO many amazing people on twitter...naming just a few on here to start...we all need to connect more--talk more out. And get others who aren't--connected!! Amazing blog humbled me big today--Jesus works wonders in all circumstances.

Epilepsy pull backs-recommended books-children IEP's and ADHD

Sometimes epilepsy and the medication can hold you or your child back intellectually...sometimes there is more to the case. My kid has a biological dad that has severe ADHD...she hasn't been classified with that-even with a neuropsych test---but a small dose of Focalin has changed her grades in 2 days time. A few books a also tated on here...that amazed me a while ago...

Epilepsy-devices, prayers, surgery, faith

There are answers-don't let it drag you down...epilepsy is not a demon in you...it effects the CNS--and the meds do too...but faith is what helps you out of it-depression can be conquered!

Epilepsy-illnesses-let's talk it out!

Epilepsy is my speciality...going on my 3rd brain surgery--over 31 yrs of epilepsy...all meds I have taken, and side effects gone thru. Many other illnesses I do have..but don't get the better of me-would love to talk it out...reach out and help. Blessings!

What are auras? Generalized-or Partial?

There are so many types of feelings from auras...I explained a few of mine in this--what to look for in others--and category of seizures--which side of the brain is affected..

Wearing the others shoes...

We must remember...it is hard to be an epileptic....but it is very hard....to be the spouse, child, or close friend, loved one---of the epileptic. Briefing on my hubby, who I wll be inviting shortly to talk too!

Working thru Seizures

Amazing the few I described in here...how I was completely watched over. How I became addicted to one drug that would cure them, and I wouldn't have to have a 3rd brain surgery. How to help your kids who have seizures-still live the "normal" life....grab a hold..please talk with me. Blessings!