I could really use a few hugs today its been such a emotional tole these past few weeks. I am so thankful to have this group to share with , and who understand what Iam going through.
Cathy

Hi Ausie... really feeling for you in your pain... both the physical and the emotional. Your burden is an extra heavy one to carry... I hope you are able to find the sort of caring here that will help to lighten it a little. I will send you a big gentle comforting hug here, (((HUG))) as I went to send one to you on your page, but couldn't as it's private. Are you an Aussie? There are not very many of us here... and it's always nice to see another one (if in fact you are).

So good to see you back Stranded (waving)... and glad to hear that you now have your own place to live. I have thought of you and wondered how you were... and whether your accomodation issue was being settled.

I remember you Hank... hi there... it's always nice when someone who has been absent returns.

I have not been posting much over the last few months myself, because of needing to focus on other issues in my life than my pain. But I have still logged on regularly and read and tried to keep up with all my friends doings etc (so hard without email alerts!)... as well as sending hugs to those who seemed to be really in need of them.

As part of my "tidying up" my life for the New Year I plan on getting back to being more connected with DS,as I have been in the past. I'm looking forward to more contact with my friends and the "regulars" here.

Sending Happy New Year wishes to all (in my world New Years is only 6 hours away now!). Hugs... Gaye... xxx

My wife and I separated the day before Christmas Eve. We are getting a divorce. I have severe nerve damage on the right side of my brain. I run a podcast to try to help people who have chronic illness and problems. I am ok and I am wishing everyone here healing and relief from their problems. But in this season, it is difficult. My pain level is high, my emotions are a struggle to keep from getting depressed. I really am staying positive but I could use a few hugs. The timing was difficult. The situation is sad. and I really have so many things in my schedule to help other people over the next few weeks. So bless all of you, pass me a few hugs, and let's have a great 2012.

Hugs to you (((((Cathy))))

Welcome back Hank. Nice to see you posting again.

Hi Ausie!!

Hi Gaye!!

Hi Keeska!!

Hi Stranded!!

Hi Everyone!!

Sorry to hear of your seperation, Johnathan. 2012 will be much better. Let the emotions flow out.

I"m having a physical painful day and an angry day. Looking forward to 2012 myself.

Angela

Good Morning My Friends,

It's nice to see all of you, new and returning.

This is a rough time for a lot of us, and my heart goes out to you.

This group has been a Blessing.

I had to change my user name, (in order to receive e-mail alerts), now I just need to figure out how to open up all my messages ( lol ).


I am doing OK. We all know about cold weather.......me too!!

Wishing you all a low pain day. Let's keep this going.

Big Hugs,
David. (aka dmaspord)

Happy New Years Eve to everyone! My New Year resolution is to be slow to come to conclusion on matters 'pre-maturily', not knowing all the details/facts.
Hi Hank, I remember you also. So sorry for those suffering thru marital issues n or divorce.You are not alone!
Big,big hugs to all who are hurting!!! I also know how it feels to be mis-understood/alone, due to physical pain or other issues.
May the Lord Bless each n everyone with a brighter New Year than last.
Special thanks to all my special friends on D.S. who have been so understanding n supportive. David, Cathy n last, certainly NOT least my dear friend Cherry.You all mean more to me than you could ever know.
Prayers for a prosperous n blessed New Year to you n your' fams'.
Much love n BIG/warm/gentle hugs, XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

GTK~ Thank you so much! Huge hugs I'm not Ausie, though I lived and taughter there for 6 months and was set to go back there before a tragic accident changed my life. :(

Hi Hank~ HUG

Maggie~ Hears some hugs from me to you. :)

Stranded~ Hang in there Hugs.

Inspencer~ HUGE HUGS for weathering a storm, we are all with you.

Enigma~ Hugs just because your you. :)

Rosco~ Hugs for your smile and beautiful spirit.

Thank you all. Hugs all!
~Ausie

I go to the doctor 2 to 3 times per week to maintain my minimal level of mobility for the past six months. While i am happy about this newfound freedom and often joke around with him, I am also very very scared about my future. My mobility is so delicately based on a number of factors some in my control and some out of my control. I don't know how much more effective his treatments will be and I don't know for how long it will last. There are too many things wrong and some additional unknown things happening to my body. No one doctor has all the answers and I am scared for myself in the future.

Good Morning,

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year, and may your troubles be few and minimal.

Big Hugs,
David. ( aka dmaspord )

happy new year to everyone! xx

Wishing a Happy New Year to all!
I hope this year brings renewed vitality, peace of mind, success in all ventures, and much joy and love.

I am so grateful today to have this group in my life. Thanks to all for being here and being who you are.
Many hugs and much love,
Ama

Good Morning,

It's cold today in NC...........20 degrees. I know those in Canada are saying that's probably a heat wave, but not me ( lol ).

I hope everyone is doing OK. I'm off to fight the frozen tundra!!

Big Hugs,
David. ( aka dmaspord )

Hi all......I haven't stopped by in a long while. I just feel so drained of energy/motivation. I come to DS and read everyday but rarely have I felt I had anything helpful or supportive to add. Its beyond fatigue.....

Its not depression, I've dealt with that and know my symptoms. Its as if I were a car with a couple of bad spark plugs. I'm functioning, but not running on all cylinders.

I'm simply drained....ah, I'm at a loss to describe what I'm dealing with.
I'm the strong but quite type here at DS. But never this quiet. For this long:-(

Anyone relate? Or maybe a suggestion on how to feel better?

Hugs everyone......and I hope you all had a wonderful holiday!
Deb

Hugs to you Debra. Thanks for stopping by and sharing.


I've just been lurking everyday. Feeling less external pain, although I went through 4 ddays of migraine hell on the weekend. when I'm not in physical pain, I'm in emotional anger. So much anger in me right now and friends say to let it out, but I fear someone unsuspecting is going to get hurt. I'm so mad a life right now. Others want me to cheer up and be the same, but it feels like when my brother died suddenly, but it is something in me that died.

I have to go to work and act like I'm in control so everyone feels in peace. I have to keep it hidden.

thanks for listening.

Angela, TIME...It is the only proven method that works with the kind of grief you are talking about....give yourself time. And let people support you and nurture yourself! Love & Hugs, Cathy

My holidays were wonderful! I first went to my sister's house where we celebrated Christmas on Christmas Eve. It was a really nice day with just my sister, brother, two dogs and myself. The next day we drove about 2 hours away to my brothers family and spent Christmas Day with them. This was a house full of people, so was a little overwhelming at times, but we had great food and fun times. We even played a bowling tournament on their Wii system. Only once did I have a problem and that was when someone dropped a stainless bowl in the kitchen and set off a seizure for me, otherwise I did fine.

The day after Christmas I flew out of Seattle to Arizonia to meet up with my son & his family. Then I spent five fun filled days playing with two delightful grand daughters. Each one is quite unique & and very special to me. They are both five, from different marriages, and are becoming so smart. They love playing games and having grandma read to them. I got oodles of hugs & kisses and lots of snuggles. It was a perfect visit. Now I miss them, but will look forward to the next time!

I came home with a cold and my MS is flaring so I have to take it easy. I always know that there is a pay back period for having fun. But it was so worth it.

I missed all of you while I was gone and it feels good to get back in the swing of things. Hugs, Cathy