Having time to think things through till you are comfortable with it is not a bad idea and should be done.

I know what you are saying and sometimes after a few things I do in the morning I feel like I have done a days worth of work. Keep on pacing yourself as much as possible and take a long walk it always helps me think.

cherry, have you been doing too much and put extra strain on your body? Is there a chance that you can have a couple of days rest, I reckon that your body is telling you to slow down, even for a short while.

Take care,

Blessings
Mary

I think that ALL of us that are in pain go through the same pain every morning, what I do, is I set-up the alarm for 8PM, even though I don't have to be in part-time job until 12noon, I keep my pill box right next to my bed, and as soon as I open my eyes I take my meds, and then wait about 30-45 Mins. watching TV until I know that I am better, and then this is when I go make coffee, walk my dog, etc.

Maybe making some changes to your daily routine could help you a bit. Good luck, and I hope that you have a wonderful and productive day.

Hugs,

My first client is my former Mother- in-Law...it can only get better from there! lol

Cherry (grrrr)

Keep going...an investment that will pay dividends and something to be very proud of.

Most people who suffer from CP of any type and form must take care of themselves & your body will give you signs when you have over done it & do need a well deserved break.
I'm a big advocate of "move it or lose it" but even stating that, there are days that I have to take care of me 1st or I won't be able to continue helping my family or myself.
To "Keep going" as cc said is absurd & never the advice I've been given by not only my doctors but also my psychiatrist who researched the disease I have; RSD.
I've been told I do too much as it is & push myself way too hard as I haven't worked since the day I was 1st injured & couldn't bare any weight on my R foot. Even tho I don't have a job, I do have family that are aging that needs me, a 3BR home to keep up as I live alone, & things I want to do in life whether I hurt or not.
I think it is truly wonderful you can still work but anyone who lives with CP also knows there is time for needed rest to recuperate from all we do to push ourselves.

hang in there hun...dont do too much and make sure ur feeling as good as u can before any work xxx

I've pushed myself way over the limit that is even reasonable. And now, with a torn rotator cuff, I simply can't keep doing the hairdressing gig. This afternoon, nerve pain is shooting from my neck all the way to my right hand. Try winding a perm with that! I did.

I have too mny clients and several phone calls waiting to be returned. My co-worker has offered to come in on a day she doesn't normally work in order to take some of them. Of course, that means she makes money...not me. Rent for the station for a day doesn't amount to much.

I finally broke down and called one of my ladies back. She's such a sweet, older woman and I just love her so it was very difficult to tell her that I need to take a break for a while. She was very understanding and agreed to book with my co-worker...hoping I'll be back to work soon.

My Sister is taking the lead for me and checking into all the things that will needto be done in order for me to put a mobile home on her property. If I can get out of here by some time in August, I might have someone who would rent my house.

I think I need to make a list of projects and break it down to little bits...

@cc...you didn't mean I should continue to stress my body to the point of tears, did you?

cherry you have so much on your plate slow down take brecks and tripper rigth its a good think to wait for meds kick in big hugs minnie

I'm extremely undermedicated so it never kicks in enough to make hairdressing an option at this point. I just booked two of my clients with Peggy...boo hoo. She's being great about jumping in to help.

Cherry ...
You are an inspiration to me. You get up everyday -- go to work and do what you have to do ...not to mention... doing all that you do, under extremely difficult circumstances. I sincerely mean that.

Fresh muffins baked too!? Former mother in law? LOL Phew ;)

When I opened my salon almost 7 years ago, I wanted the atmosphere to be relaxing and warm. I spoiled my clients with all kinds of home made cookies and muffins to go with coffee, tea or hot chocolate. I can't suddenly stop so I keep baking along with working.

Problem is not the baking...it's the wear and tear that hairstyling has dome to me. It's slowly coming to an end wiht no real plan...yikes.

Cherry

Cherry take care of you 1st. I don't work but I have a full time job taking care of my dad. I do exactly the same thing Tipper suggested keep meds by the bed with a bottle of water give them time to kick in then I get up and get stuff done from there if I can. If I can't then I plant myself in my recliner and watch movies or read a book. May God bless you with strength and pain free days.

Healing hugs, Marci

Thanks for all the comfort and encouragement. I'll figure it out, I'm sure. In the meantime, I'm so grateful to know all of you!

Big group hug,

Cherry