WISDOM FROM THE SPIRIT

We do, however, speak a message of wisdom among the mature,
but not the wisdom of this age or the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing.
No, we speak of God's secret wisdom,
a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began.
None of the rulers of this age understood it,
for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.
However, as it is written:

"No eye has seen,
no ear has heard,
no mind has conceived
what God has prepared for those who love him"

but God has revealed it to us by his spirit.
(1 cor 2:6-10)

DAY ONE: IT ALL STARTS WITH GOD

all things were created by him and for him
Colossians 1:16

how can I remind myself that life is really about living for God, not myself?

PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

I opened up the book to find the answers and ways to fulfill my personal goals, just like I did last time. Instead, it reminds me that it is not about me and my focus is way off. This is why I cannot find what I search for.

REYE'S SYNDROME

[Ralph DK Reye, Australian pathologist]

Reye's syndrome is a combination of acute encephalopathy and fatty infiltration of the internal organs that may follow acute viral infection. This syndrome has been associated with influenza B, chickenpox (varicella), the enteroviruses, and the Epstein-Barr virus.

It usually affects people under 18 years of age, characteristically causing an exanthematous rash, vomiting, and confusion about 1 week after the onset of a viral illness. In the late stage there may be extreme disorientation followed by coma, sz, and respiratory arrest.

Lab test reveal greater than normal amounts of SGOT and SGPT, bilirubin, and ammonia in the blood. A specimen obtained by liver biopsy shows fatty degeneration and confirms the Dx.

Mortality varies between 20-80%, depending on the severity of sx.

The cause of Reye's syndrome is unknown; however, there appears to be an association with the administration of aspirin (ASA). Therefore aspirin is given only if prescribed by a physician for any condition in infants or children. Aspirin should not be given in cases of chickenpox or suspected influenza.

No specific tx is available. Insulin, antibiotics, and mannitol may be given.
Blood gases, blood pH, and BP are monitored frequently. Intensive supportive nrsg care with meticulous monitoring of all vital functions and prompt correction of any imbalance are extreme significance in the outcome of this syndrome.

SOURCE: Mosby's medical, nursing, & allied health dictionary. 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2002.

REITER'S SYNDROME

[Hans Reiter, German physician, 1881-1969]

Reiter's syndrome is an arthritic disorder predominantly of adult males, resulting from infection with Shigella flexneri, Salmonella, Yersinia, or Chlamydia or from enterocolitis.

It most often affects the ankles, feet, and sacroiliac joints and is usually associated with conjunctivitis and urethritis.

The onset may be marked by unexplained diarrhea and low grade fever, followed in 2 to 4 weeks by conjunctivitis. Superficial ulcers may form lesions on the palms and the soles. Arthritis usually persists after the conjunctivitis and urethritis subside, but it may become episodic.

Tx includes a short course of tetracycline to tx the infection and phenylbutazone to relieve pain and inflammation in the joint. Sexual partners should also be tested. Recovery is expected, but recurrent arthritic symptoms may continue for several years.

See also dactylitis, reactive arthritis.

SOURCE: Mosby's medical, nursing, & allied health dictionary. 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2002.

JESHURUN

"BUT NOW listen, O Jacob, my servant, Israel, whom I have chosen.
This is what the LORD says -
he who made you, who formed you in the womb, and who will help you:
Do not be afraid, O Jacob, my servant, Jeshurun, whom I have chosen.
(Isaiah 44:1-2)

I was reading Isaiah this morning and noticed the word Jeshurun. Even the Blogger spell check underline this word in red. I began to ponder, "O Jacob, my servant, Jeshurun, whom I have chosen," is Jeshurun another name for Jacob? I haven't heard of that. Is this another person besides Jacob? I'm too lazy to go back and search through the scripture. Well, this is when the the friendly wikipedia comes in handy.

According to the wiki, Jeshurun is a poetic name for Israel. It also may refer to the people of Israel, the land of Israel, or Jacob (as in Isaiah 44:2). Wiki adds to this and explains that the word Jeshurun roots from the Hebrew word yesharim, which means "upright," often refer to the people of Israel.

LINK: Wikipedia - Jeshurun

UNSUNGHERO RETURNS

오래전부터 벼르고 있던 일중에 하나가 xanga를 닫는 것이었는데 오늘 아침 knowledge bank 블로그를 열면서 마저 해치워 버리는게 낳다는 생각이 들었다. xanga는 몇년전 용운이와 좀더 쉽게 연락을 하려는 마음에서 열었지만, 이것저것 마음에 들지 않는게 많아서 줄곳 없애버릴 생각을 하고 있었는데 말이다. St. Louis에선 블로그에 관심이 있는 만큼 투자할 시간적 여유가 있질 않아서 소홀히 관리를 했는데 블로거는 어떻게 될지 모르겠다. 얼음집을 열을수 있으면 좋겠지만 절차가 쉽질 않으니 이것도 나쁘진 않겠지. 오랬동안 일기를 썼었지만 바쁘다는 핑계로 쉽게 게을러 질수 있는게 daily journal이 아닌가 쉽다. 나주에 돌아 보며 '아! 이날엔 이런 일이 있었었지' 라며 돌이켜 볼수 있을 포스팅을 해boa야겠다.