Sunday, April 22, 2012

Knight in Shining Armor explained

So after my Saturday's facebook status update, I had a lot of messages from my bloggy friends  "dish" on the full scoop of what happened with my random day, so here's the back story and then what happened...

The term "knight in shining armor" doesn't exist in my vocabulary. I could go into detail with all the awesome relationships that have came and went, but instead, I think the below photo pretty much sums  it up :)

I used to say this about someone... who was it..... oh yes!  The guy I wound up marrying ;) sometimes they ditch the tin foil and put on actual armor <3

Let's rewind ....

I've been feeling "off" the last 2.5- 3 weeks- most common factor is extreme lethargy which then leads into zero motivation to do ANYTHING. Oh ya, add to that getting shingles over Easter weekend that are finally starting to go away = good times. For those that are curious as to what shingles look like, let me grace you with this lovely sight (not my body, but extremely similar- and they HURT)

 Originally I was supposed to head home this weekend for 2 of my girl friend's baby showers, as well as welcoming one of my best friends back to the states and hanging out before he moves to Colorado. As much as there was to look forward to, the sheer thought of all that, exhausted me, so I let all involved parties know on Wednesday that I was going to lay low in Nashville and catch up on some sleep. and hope whatever is going on.... leaves. 

Saturday morning I allowed myself to sleep in till 11am (which was glorious) and even though I wasn't "feeling" a run, I decided it would be in poor form the second I sign up for a marathon to really cut back on running- so I went.

Within the first few miles I was having breathing issues and sharp pains in my heart that were bothersome enough that I had to stop a few times to wait till they passed. I should have taken a clue and retreated back home, but instead I pushed forward, albeit a much slower pace. I noticed a trail along my run that I've never scoped out so I thought it would be fun to check it out.

Somewhere along the trail my breathing became heavy again and the heart pain re-surfaced- I stopped to catch my breath again and the next thing I know is I'm being carried in some guys arms and I'm not on a trail but in some apartment complex... WHAT?!?!

Naturally I.FREAKED.OUT.

The guy, who I learned was named Chad, explained that he was running along the trail and saw me passed out. Apparently he tried to bring me back to consciousness, but when that failed after a minute or two he decided to carry me to his car which was in the apartment complex I was seeing (trail butted right up to the apartment complex... luckily he lived there) and from there his plan was to take me to the emergency room. I was so confused as to what was happening, but understood that I was unconscious for a few minutes before he found me according to my garmin. He let me walk and still offered to take me to the ER.

We went to the closest ER to get checked out and after an EKG and some tests they said it was probably pericarditis. Considering I had a similar situation (without the passing out) my senior year of college, I really didn't think to ask any questions and just attributed it to stress since that is what caused it 7.5 years ago.
(now after discussing with my mom, its probably viral / or bacterial which will explain the shingles as well- further tests will be conducted later this week)

After I got the clearance to leave, Chad was still waiting around for me and had suggested it would be a good idea to get some food before taking me home. We just went to a nearby restaurant and in between my thanking him profusely, and him making sure I was okay- we did have a nice conversation about running and the like.

The time came for him to take me home and right after my final thank you he mentioned since it had already been an interesting day if there would be any harm in asking for my number--- umm none at all. Naturally I gave it to him, but in haste / dumbfoundedness I never asked for his.

Surprisingly earlier this evening, he did infact call and we have plans for dinner this week--- now I need to think of something spectacular to do as a HUGE thank you.
Any suggestions?!?


On a more serious note-
I was EXTREMELY lucky in regards to who found me, not every story has a happy ending. Yesterday's experience was a reminder on not only do I need to ALWAYS wear my Road ID bracelet, but also I need to listen to warning signs from my body vs. trying to push through.

I will be calling the doc tomorrow to get further tests, and HOPEFULLY get results that say I have some kind of viral / bacterial thing going on and THAT is what caused both shingles and pericarditis and not something else. In the meantime verdict will be out if I'm able to run this weekend for Country Music 1/2, so guess I'll have to suck it up and follow doctor's orders ( but I will be trying for a shorter run or two during the week)

Anything crazy / fun happen this weekend for you?!?!














25 comments:

  1. Holy cow! That's scary! Glad a good person found you and took care of you. So excited you will be seeing him again. Can't wait to hear how it goes. I hope everything gets taken care of and you feel better ASAP

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  2. I'm so glad your knight in shining armor turned out to be a good guy!

    for a thank you gift I'd get him a giftcard for a RoadID, and maybe some other runner gear, gels, nuun, socks, etc.

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  3. Such a crazy story, glad you are ok and hope your tests get you some answers do you heal up!! You are just such a people person, finding dates een passed out on a trail :P glad he was a nice guy!!

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  4. WOW . .first of all .... glad you are ok .. secondly that is straight from a nicholas sparks book!!!! Cant wait to hear all about the first date :) I hope you are feeling better soon.

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  5. So glad this story had a happy ending. Hope your tests come out ok. Can't wait to hear how the date goes. I wonder how he would feel about having his pic taken for the purpose of blogging LOL

    I like the idea of a RoadID as a gift.

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  6. Wow! Thank goodness one of the "good guys" was there when you passed out.

    Oh, and talk about cutest wedding toast "how we met" story EVER! (just sayin', lol)

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  7. Ok first let me say I am so happy that it was a happy ending and not some crazy guy carrying you!!! Second...wouldn't that make a cute story to tell your kids about how you two met?! Hee hee!!! He sounds like a very sweet guy!!! I also like the idea of a RoadID as a gift!!

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  8. Thank the good Lord that you are okay! That is so scary. Getting the shingles is crazy enough but hardcore passing out. And then a stranger finding you. What a story to tell! Butttt, it is one of those soul mate stories. Maybe there always is a happy ending? So glad you are okay! Let us know how the second 'date' goes!

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  9. What a story ... and I'm super happy that there was a happy ending. Hope your date goes as well as your first meeting did!

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  10. Holy crap. Glad you are okay. That is so scary. Hope tests turn out okay. I am glad someone was there to help!

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  11. holy crap i'm glad he was a good guy! hope your tests come out okay!

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  12. I am so glad that a nice guy found you. I shudder to think of anyone else. I am glad that you are ok.

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  13. Oh my gosh, I am so glad you're okay!!! That is a pretty cool story on how you met though, think of telling your grandkids about it one day. ;) Just kidding.

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  14. bahhhh. my internet just freaked out and i cant remember what i said. basically. glad you are safe. glad the guy is a keeper for now :) and hope the medical stuff goes well along with the date :)

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  15. i am SOOO glad you are okay. and what an unbelievable story. I showed it to P (from FB) and he was in shock too. depending on if he is a big runner or not you could always do a “runners basket” sort of thing. definitely include some “life saver” candy in whatever you do :)

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  16. Oh, wow!! What a weekend! So scary that you passed out, but it's awesome someone was there to find you, and that it's turning into a date! Have fun at dinner!

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  17. I'm so glad you are okay and that the story has a good ending. That sounds so so so scary.

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  18. How scary that you passed it but it sounds like this guy is a complete sweetheart. I hope you guys have a great time at dinner!

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  19. I am so so so glad a nice person found you! Hope everything checks out good for you!!

    Shannon
    http://www.everystepcounts365.wordpress.com

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  20. I don't even know what to say. My mind is still trying to process all of this. First, I've had shingles, just last July and they were not fun. I had a really severe case and it scared the daylights out of me. I didn't run for well over a week.

    Next, I can't imagine what it must be like to pass out and then wake up in an odd place with a stranger. I would have freaked out too! Take it easy friend! Don't mess around with your heart, races will always be there!

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  21. Oh my goodness...thankfully you were found by a Knight in shining armor, or um, running clothes...and glad that you got checked out by the hospital staff...scary, to say the least...hope it gets resolved quickly for your sake...take some time to rest and recoup.

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  22. Wow, what a story! You are a luck girl! This could have ended up really bad. I'm glad all worked out the way it did. What a way to meet a guy!! :)

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  23. Oh my freaking gosh that is so terrifying I'm so glad you're okay and that it worked out okay. That is so scary! But how was DINNER???!!!!!!??

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  24. LISA!!!! OMG!!!! I cannot believe that happened!!! I'm SO GLAD you are ok!

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  25. I can't imagine Shingles can be that scary. But I think it is a blessing in disguise.You have found a nice person.

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