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chrystal

Close up of Chrystal sitting by the lake with blue skies and trees in the background

Accepting a Life with Fluoroquinolone Toxicity

September 18, 2020 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Hi, Chrystal here. First off, I want to apologize for going radio silent the last several months. We were completely relieved to find out I don’t have …

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Chrystal getting a NCV and EMG at Loma Linda University Medical Center

Bittersweet News About Chrystal’s Diagnosis

October 30, 2019 //  by Brian Johnson

Hi everyone, it's been a minute since our last update. It’s been a long road to get to the point where we are now and we have a very long journey …

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Brian and Chrystal at her Cardiology appointment

Chrystal has a Preliminary Primary Diagnosis

October 5, 2019 //  by Brian Johnson

We had Chrystal’s appointments with the Neuromuscular Specialist and Cardiologist this week. It’s been a difficult week emotionally for all of us. I …

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Brian and Chrystal at the Rheumatologist

Fibromyalgia: A New Secondary Diagnosis

September 25, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

This week's update is an update for you. Yes, you read correctly, I have a new secondary diagnosis of Fibromyalgia and, on top of that, Zoë is on …

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Category: Family LifeTag: chrystal, health updates, zoe

Brian with his guitar at sunset

Answering Some Questions for You

September 16, 2019 //  by Brian Johnson

Hey everyone, Brian here... thank you, everyone, for following Our Family Crushes. Today I'm going to answer a few questions for you... I might …

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Chrystal at her follow up thyroid ultrasound

The Rheumatology, Infectious Disease & Neuromuscular Specialists in My Life

September 9, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

This is my 1st health update on Our Family Crushes. I'm going to be sharing all of my health updates here from now on as we're breaking Happy …

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Brian and Chrystal Johnson smiling

More Doctors. More Tests. More Questions.

April 30, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

More doctors. More tests. More questions. That's pretty much the story of my life right now. If you're new to Happy Mothering, I have been going …

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Close up of Chrystal in ER bed getting thyroid CT

Thyroid Craziness and More Health Updates

March 26, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

If you've been following on Instagram, then you know that I developed a crazy lump in my neck back on March 4 after Brian's colonoscopy. That night, I …

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Close up of Chrystal with yellow and orange background

5 More Diagnoses to Add to Peripheral Neuropathy

March 6, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

It's been a few weeks since I shared that I had been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy, with fluoroquinolone toxicity being the most likely cause. …

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Another close up image of Brian and Chrystal at a doctor's appointment

The Beginning of a Diagnosis

February 8, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

After seeing the General Practitioner (GP) over the weekend and the Neurologist on Tuesday, Brian and I hinted on Instagram that we had a partial …

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Chrystal laying in bed

Is This My New Normal?

January 19, 2019 //  by Chrystal Johnson

The house is quiet. I'm the only one home, and all I can do is lay here and wonder if this is my new normal. Will my life always look like it looks …

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Close up of Brian and Chrystal at doctor on a Saturday

My Saturdays are Different Than They Used to Be

January 5, 2019 //  by Brian Johnson

Another Saturday morning Doctor's Appointment. I've learned a lot In my life I've had a substantial number of ER and doctor visits due to …

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Pink sunset behind lake and trees

Some Updates are Harder Than Others!

December 24, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

So I was planning on writing this update this past Friday and I decided to do a little more research before posting. And I needed some time for it to …

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Chrystal laying in a hospital bed in September 2018

Having a Sick Wife Changes You

December 16, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

Having a sick wife changes you. Is it for the better or worse? I don't know. All I know is I'm not the same person I was before Chrystal got sick. I …

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Instruments for endoscopy or colonoscopy in doctor's hand

GI Procedures Done. Now We Wait.

December 11, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I'm back with a short update (here's the last one). Over the last week and a half, I've had a hydrogen breath test as well as a colonoscopy and upper …

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Chrystal with wavy hair in bed

A Long Overdue Health Update

November 23, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Hey everyone, I'm sorry I haven't written a health update in a while (here's the last one). There has been a lot of little stuff happening, but no …

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Close up of Chrystal's face with headboard in background

My First GI Specialist Appointment & More Doctors

October 23, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

It has only been 8 days since I've written the last health update, but a lot more has happened even in that short time. It has taken long enough, but …

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Close up of Kaylee's eye

“Is Mommy going to die?”

October 18, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

There's nothing better than being a daddy to my little girls. Being a daddy to my little girls is hands down the best thing I've ever done with my …

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Category: Family LifeTag: chrystal, health updates, life with kids

Brian and Chrystal at the doctor's office in Big Bear Lake, CA

Interesting New Info About Chrystal’s Health

October 15, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Hey everyone! I haven't written a health update in a while (here's the last one) because I didn't have any news to share. I know I have a lot of …

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Chrystal in bed wearing a brown sweater

Chrystal’s Symptoms & Test Results

October 6, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I want to start by thanking everyone for all of the ongoing love, support and prayers that are being said in my name. I feel the energy that you are …

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Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, CA

Sharing our Lives During a Health Crisis

September 25, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

Hey everyone, Brian... Chrystal's husband here. Chrystal was discharged from the hospital, I'll get to that soon enough. If you've been following …

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Chrystal in a hospital bed with Zoe and Kaylee

The Insanity of Our Healthcare System

September 20, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

How's it going? Brian here. Today is Thursday; if you've been following our social media you know Chrystal was admitted to the hospital on Monday. …

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Dental infection on xray

That Time the Dentist Missed an Infection for Over a Year

September 10, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I learned I've had a dental infection since at least May 2017 when the dentist missed an infection on the xray! Read why I'm both angry and relieved …

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Chrystal smiling by lake with sun out

Murphy’s Law in Healthcare

September 7, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

One thing I can't get over is the incompetence in our healthcare system. We have the best technology at our fingertips, yet we've wrapped it up in so …

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Chrystal in front of white blinds

Being Sick is a Test of My Patience

September 6, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I haven't shared much about my health recently, other than on Instagram, mainly because there hasn't been much change. We're still in limbo. I'm …

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Sign that reads, "Health Update: What We Know So Far; Our Family Crushes; @HappyMothering"

Health Update: What We’ve Learned So Far

August 15, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Today is exactly two months since we discovered my thyroid was swollen. So much has happened with my health crisis in that time! Before I get into …

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Brian and Chrystal driving to functional medicine doctor's appointment

Our First Functional Medicine Doctor’s Appointment

August 1, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

I know many of you are curious about how our appointment went with our new Functional Medicine Doctor. If you need context as to what's going on, you …

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Brian and Chrystal Johnson; July 2018

Functional Medicine Doctor Appointment on Monday!

July 27, 2018 //  by Brian Johnson

We see a Functional Medicine Doctor on Monday and we couldn't be more happy or grateful. Hi everyone, Brian here. I'm going to be a lot more active …

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Chrystal gazing at lake after getting health news

How I’m Braving the World in Yet Another Health Crisis

July 24, 2018 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I almost died from cholecystitis and pancreatitis last year. Now I'm facing my next health crisis, a multinodular goiter. Read my story so far… I …

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Chrystal and Zoë parking in La Jolla Cover for a day of fun

Exploring La Jolla in the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT

September 15, 2017 //  by Chrystal Johnson

When you're exploring a town like La Jolla, you need the right car. Learn about the Hyundai Elantra GT and see all the fun Zoë and I had on our day …

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Category: AdventuresTag: chrystal, san diego, travel, zoe

Chrystal and TerriAnn donating pet food to Helen Woodward Animal Hospital in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

That Time I Got to Pay It Forward in San Diego with Hyundai

September 11, 2017 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I love companies that pay it forward to the community. Read how I got to pay it forward in the 2018 Hyundai Sonata while touring my hometown of San …

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Rustic lobby inside Basecamp Hotel in Tahoe South

My Stay at Basecamp Hotel in South Lake Tahoe

July 27, 2017 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Are you searching for the best hotels in South Lake Tahoe for your vacation? Read about my experience staying at the Basecamp Hotel South …

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Chrystal standing in front of a waterfall in Tahoe South

6 Reasons to Visit Lake Tahoe South This Summer

July 26, 2017 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Thank you to Tahoe South for sponsoring this amazing trip and sharing all of their knowledge about why Lake Tahoe South is the ultimate summer travel …

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Chrystal, Michelle and Amanda hiking in Boulder

Things to Do in Boulder on a Girls Weekend Getaway

November 19, 2015 //  by Chrystal Johnson

In college, I had two very best friends. The 3 of us were inseparable. If it happened that only 2 of us were out and about on campus, people asked …

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MRI Machine

Finally a Diagnosis – Neurocardiogenic Syncope

September 26, 2014 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I finally have a diagnosis - neurocardiogenic syncope. Read about what I went through and what the diagnosis means. Back in May, I shared that I …

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Foot bridge in Big Bear Lake, CA

An Update on My Health: I’m Home From the Hospital

May 15, 2014 //  by Chrystal Johnson

As I shared last weekend in this post, I was admitted to the Telemetry Unit at the hospital on Monday for testing. I had never stayed in the …

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Big Bear Lake, CA

I’m Facing Uncertain Health Concerns – Positive Thoughts Appreciated

May 10, 2014 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I have always considered myself to be a very fortunate person who is grateful for everything that I have. My health was always one thing I was …

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The California Coast

Cruising the California Coast in the Ford C-Max Hybrid

October 9, 2013 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Thank you to Ford for sponsoring this post.  Last weekend, I had the amazing opportunity to fly to San Francisco and drive a Ford C-MAX …

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Architecture in New Orleans, LA

A Weekend of Food, Wine & Culture New Orleans

August 2, 2013 //  by Chrystal Johnson

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hilton HHonors. If you’ve ever wondered how much food, wine and culture you can indulge in …

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Hilton New Orleans Sign

Luxury & Culture at the Hilton New Orleans / St. Charles Avenue

July 30, 2013 //  by Chrystal Johnson

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hilton HHonors. If you’ve been following me on Twitter and Instagram, then you know I spent a …

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Brian and Chrystal before kids

Reflecting on Life Before I Met My Husband

April 22, 2013 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Yesterday, I shared a bit about my life before kids. It’s amazing how much children change your life, but meeting your spouse does the exact same …

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Brian and Chrystal in their twenties

Looking Back on Life Before Kids

April 1, 2013 //  by Chrystal Johnson

Today’s writing prompt is about what life was like before kids. That seems like an entirely different lifetime since my girls are such a part of …

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Chrystal and Zoë with roses

Happy Mother’s Day to My Beautiful Wife Chrystal Johnson

March 13, 2012 //  by Brian Johnson

Good Morning Everyone and Happy Mother's Day to all of you wonderful mothers out there... to the not so wonderful mothers, well, you're probably not …

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Chrystal with short hair

I’m Finally Donating My Hair

June 14, 2011 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I have been trying to grow my hair out to donate to Locks of Love for a couple of years now. It felt like it was taking forever to get long enough, …

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Growing Up Green

March 9, 2010 //  by Chrystal Johnson

When I was growing up, the term “being green” wasn’t in vogue. Today, you see it everywhere. Regardless, I think I have always had the “green” …

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Chrystal pregnant on the couch with Zoe

I Tested Positive for Group B Strep

January 22, 2010 //  by Chrystal Johnson

I went to the lab to pick up my third trimester test results before my doctor’s appointment and, of course, I’m too curious to wait for my appointment …

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