My husband is one of the wisest men I know. He encouraged me on our way to Duke Medical Center. He knew I was discouraged and in pain, but he was strong and had faith for my healing. Migraines were not a new part of my life and I was tired of trying something else. I had been on medication, tried accupuncture, chiropractic, and other treatments to relieve the pain from migraines. If you’ve ever dealt with an ongoing physical problem you wonder if what someone is offering will even work because you’ve tried so many things before. It becomes exhausting.

My mother, Kaye Green, spoke with Bryan about a doctor in Dallas, Texas who was doing this procedure for migraine patients. She found out about the procedure because someone responded to the prayer list she had sent. The information my mother received was from a woman who worked with the doctor who was performing the procedure who Bryan’s Dad, Ron McGee, saw on The Doctor’s.

Even though things at Duke didn’t go as planned, I was at least some improved when we left. I tried to return to work, but failed miserably. The migraine grew more intense each day and I could not continue to stay  in bed all the time.

Bryan and I were in contact with people in Dallas about this procedure. We made a decision to fly to Dallas, so I could attend a seminar about this procedure and have an evaluation. I boarded the first plane with sheer grit and determination. I’m still not sure how I made it on the second plane, I’m sure it was God’s grace and the prayers of so many.  The pressure in my head so extremely intense. My sunglasses had  become a permanent fixture on my face and the hood to my jacket remained over my head to shade as much light as possible.

This experience allowed me to realize that I have no right to question why  someone may wear something that may seem strange to me. I haven’t walked in their shoes. As we were boarding the plane to Dallas to Charlotte, a man said to a woman, “What’s her problem, is it too bright in here for her?” If this situation has taught me nothing other than to have compassion it has been worth it. Don’t be ashamed if you have to wear long sleeves in the summer, shorts in the winter or shades inside because of a special condition. I promise I’ll be your cheerleader and stand along side you.

If you are fortunate enough not to wear a back brace, sunglasses inside, or carry a special pillow to sit on, then I ask you to not judge the person that may look a little strange to you. You have no idea how awkward they may feel or how  difficult it may be for  them to  function with daily tasks. Don’t pity them, but  treat them respect and pray that God heal them.

Four years ago, Kathy Amunde was without work. She needed a job, but not just any job.  My mother joined with Kathy in prayer for  the job God had for Kathy. God answered their prayer and Kathy received a job with an excellent doctor.

Matthew 18:19
¹⁹ Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven

The job God gave Kathy was working in the operating room with the doctor, Dr. Kenneth Reed, who developed the procedure I needed. God not only cared about Kathy’s need right then for a job, but he cared for me for the future. God could have given Kathy any job, but he handpicked this job because of the connection she had with my mother. God knew I would need this procedure. God orchestrated every detail for me.

Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for peace and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.