I’ve posted before about my gratitude for my overall good health despite having high blood pressure. After Daddy’s stroke I’ve been much more cognizant about my health and the risk that hypertension presents.

My body gives me a warning sign when my blood pressure is high – I will feel a deep tension along the back of my head and neck. I forgot to take my medication last night – which I very rarely do – and received a strong warning sign tonight as a result. It was nearly debilitating. I felt dreadful. And sure enough, I checked my blood pressure and it was high. 

Although I took my medication as soon as I realized I needed it, it took hours to feel any relief. Yet, I’m so incredibly thankful for modern medicine and its ability to restore me to good health.