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sandart 
10-12-09
I am so far behind on doing any kind of writing or keeping up. On 9-24 I got injured at work. One of my special needs preschoolers started to tantrum. He managed to pull himself and another little boy in front of me. I realized I was going to fall on them, so I twisted to the left. When I did I twisted my knee and fell on it, tearing the lateral meniscus (gee, I'm sounded so medical)!
I have to go through worker's comp so it is taking forever to get the help I really need, which is surgery. I had to go through regular doctors first, then get a referral for an MRI, then a referral to a specialist and now he is waiting for approval for the surgery.
If all goes well I will have the surgery 10-21. My left leg and foot are so swollen and I am in so much pain I just cry every morning. I still have to go to work as I don't have sick days. So I take major pain meds in the morning and then Ed takes me to work and brings me home. We prop my leg up and ice it and I live to fight another day!
I hope the surgery request goes through. I will be out for 4-6 weeks. Lots of scrimping-you have to be without pay for 7 days, then worker's comp kicks in but doesn't pay your full salary. Some joke! You get hurt at work, not your fault, and yet you still get the short end of the deal! But I have resigned myself to it and we will find a way.
Just keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I have to limit my time at the computer since my leg is so swollen by the time I get home from work and sitting makes it much worse. They are bringing my students to me, but the sitting all day is what is making everything swell up. Oh well, hopefully the surgery will make this better!
You all take care and know that even if I haven't written in a while you are all always in my thoughts and prayers. I thank everyone for their wonderful messages on Chris' angel day.
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Oh Sandy. I'm so sorry. I "gracefully" (not) fell last week as I was running after my dog. I slid on the wet grass and really strained my hamstring. I still cringe when I sit down and can't get comfortable in a chair or bed yet. I can only imagine the pain you are experiencing. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers that the surgery will be successful and you can rehab quickly. I'm sure a little patience will be involved too, as in most things. I can't believe they won't let you work in the office or give you something you can do that doesn't require as much physical activity and being on your feet as much and still pay you your full salary. It seems so very wrong. Best of luck friend and thanks so much for checking in. I think of you often. Love Robin
Robin4
I assume you don't want to sue your employer... I'm not much on suing myself... but it is a shame they won't try to at least take care of you where you don't suffer losses... I will pray that the surgery goes well and that your needs are met. Hugs Elissa
carasmom
oh Sandy, I am so sorry!
Leosmommy
God bless you my friend. As always all of you moms are in my thoughts, and you especially during rough time. Please take care of you. love, donna
misshimsooo
Sandy I am so sorry that you are hurt...I hope that things work out quickly and you can get your surgery. Please let us know how it all goes..love to you...Karen
biowoman
Hi Sandy,
So sorry to hear about your accident. Yes, Workers Comp has a long way to go to be perfect!! I will keep this short, as I know that you don't have a lot of time to spend on the computer. Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Love to Ed. Dawn
krausehouse
Hi Sandy,
So sorry to hear about your accident. Yes, Workers Comp has a long way to go to be perfect!! I will keep this short, as I know that you don't have a lot of time to spend on the computer. Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Love to Ed. Dawn
krausehouse