Journal Entry for February 9, 2009
February 9, 2009 5:51pm
Dear God,
I ask you to bless my friends, relatives and those that I care deeply for, who are reading this right now. Show them a new revelation of …
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3 children, very supportive husband. I try not to focus on the things I can't do anymore. I concentrate more on the health and wellness of my family and doing everything I can to teach them about health because it's the best wealth you can have. I'm creative when it comes to surviving poverty.
3 children, very supportive husband. I try not to focus on the things I can't do anymore. I concentrate more on the health and wellness of my family and doing everything I can to teach them about health because it's the best wealth you can have. I'm creative when it comes to surviving poverty.
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February 9, 2009 5:45pm
May today there be peace within you. May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities …
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Thanks hon. How are ya doing? You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry I haven't been more attentive on here lately, but with 2 toddlers, I am busier than I thought I would ever be. Hope all is well with your Father-in-law and that he is responding well to the chemo. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Terrie
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hi, I think you're used to me mixing things up ... lots *s*. There are so many people we know that have gone thru chemo and radiation, and wonder if there ever will be a cure. Anyone going thru it has to be exhausted and a really strong person to put one foot in front of the other when it's easier to just lay down and give up. He definitely is to be admired! So what's doing in your end of the world??? How are you feeling? It's same ole here... babysitting and then recuperating! Love ya,.... Flo
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I've been meaning to ask how your father in law is doing. Last time you said he's really doing great and just wanted to know how far he is into his treatment. I hope they have lots of support down in TR, if not I can always help... and I mean that sincerely
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please keep up the praying, cause i truly appreciate it. I know it works, and had a friend who almost died,, 2 times in the hospital. we formed a ring and prayed over her both times. She lived, has 3 children and now is a grandmother! love you xoxoox deeee
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Close Sciatica
Injured low back in 2005 lifting and twisting. Felt jolt of electricity from low back and down L leg. Searing pain,numbness,nerve and muscle pain on the entire L side of my body from my low back,buttock,groin,hip,thigh, leg,and foot.Very painful to sit,walk,stand,laydown.Spasms,Constant pain. Bladder,bowel, spincter,sexual neurological dysfunctions.Drag feet,trip upstairs, off balance.Weird gait.Morphine,Gabapentine, amitriptyline,tylenol3, flexerol.Take edge off.
Treatments
- Acupuncture Working / Worked
- This is the very best thing I've tried. It cools down the searing pain. It also creates a eurphoric state of mind. My Physiotherapist does this for me. She has me doing core strengthening exercises.
- Ibuprofen Not Working
- Didn't do anything for the pain. Just screwed up my stomach.
- Stretching Working / Worked
- I need to stretch out my body every morning to get out of bed. I don't have time for much more as I bounce off the walls to get to the bathroom. The more I move around, the better my feet and legs bend. I try to stand straight, with my fists on my low back and stretch my torso back. I stand against a wall and stretch my hamstrings. These help me to get around for a while. After sitting or laying down, I have to stretch everything out again.
Close Chronic Pain
Injured at work in nursing home. Lightning bolt struck L4,L5,S1, and on down leg and foot.Severe nerve/muscle pain and numbness on entire left lower quadrant.Bowel,bladder, sphincter, and sexual neurological dysfunction. Balance is bad, and feet and legs don't move the way I need them to. Trip and fall. Strange gait,legs feel heavy and weak when I walk.Sitting increases pain in groin, leg, and butt. Altered sensations to hot and cold. Comp Dr. ordered noncompensable C1-7 lamanectomy.
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- Flexeril Working / Worked
- I used this after my neck surgery and I think it helped a bit at times. It helped to knock me out off and on for a week.
- Lyrica Working / Worked
- Allergic reaction. Hives head to toe. Nightmarish.
- Morphine Somewhat Helpful
- Takes the edge off.
- Neurontin Somewhat Helpful
- Takes the edge off. I feel like I'm in a fog though. Makes it hard to think and talk. Gained 45 pounds. Went from 129 pre-injury to 174 on my 5'9" frame. I cut back and now only take 600mg in a.m. and 600mg p.m. I feel better mentally and have dropped 10 lbs. I hate drugs!
- Physical Therapy Somewhat Helpful
- I do core strengthening exercises and walk on the treadmill for 18 minutes when I'm there 2x's a week. This helps ability and balance. Engaging my low stomach during every activity ensures that I use proper body mechanics. If you don't use it, you lose it. If it's too painful then try exercising in a Jacuzzi or pool, takes the strain off. Tighten and release,repeatedly. Exercise releases natural endorphines which makes me feel more positive and energized.Every activity is physio for me.
- TENS Working / Worked
- I would have gone insane after my C-spine 1-7 lamanectomy if not for my Dr. Hoe tens unit. I wore that sucker everywhere I went for months. It works good on spasms and severe pain. I highly recommend the investment. My Mom bought it for me from the shopping channel. I use it on the same spots my P.T. does accupuncture as well.
