Started work at 6:54 today. Actually went past the point where I felt the pain for a little bit. Then it came back again. I don't understand that phenoma.

Oh well, hope others are doing OK despite being in pain.

Damn it hurts so bad and all the time. Its not getting better like I hoped it would. All the optomism in the world dosn't change a damn thing!

Good Morning Everybody,
I took a break yesterday, but was very busy at church.

I am doing OK this morning. The SCS is still masking a good part of my pain, but optimism has to be replaced with medication to help with the rest of it.

@ An.....,(Enigma609) Optimism is a very important part of pain management, but for me there is a line. It sounds like your trip to the mountains was good for you.

I wish all of you a low pain day. I am going to get ready for work. I'll be checking my phone during the day for posts on this thread. It helps me through the day.

Hugs,
David.

Good Morning,
Finally had a good day yesterday with no kidney pain the only thing that lingers is my left leg is numb and I can only lift it so high and after all of what went on I will take that and run.

I actually cleaned yesterday and I am sort of excited to be cleaning today, LOL you know when things were bad when you enjoy cleaning.

Hope everyone is doing good and I hope everyone a low pain day

Sending hugs to all in need. I'm afraid a hug today for me would hurt to much. How bad is that. There are times I just want to scream but it may raise my pain so I'll settle for a whimper or 2. Frustrating.....
Wishing you all a decent day. Sammy

Manny and David, glad to hear your feeling better ! Manny it I was as sick as you the last two weeks I would be over whelmed with the cleaning. That's when Because of being over whelmed I don't know where to begin and I just get frustrated. I think I wear myself out trying to figure ipout where to start. Lol

Forgot to mention that is just lovely Denise. I had the same type of relationship with my MIL. We are very lucky. I miss mine also. She was a very wise lady & helped me through many a rough times. She still inspires me to want to be the best I can be.
My mother was special too, they passed away 2 yrs a part. I have my days I feel so lonely for them both & know I was blessed to have such women in my life. I enjoyed reading about your MIL.
Sammy
PS I still have a plant from each one & its been oh about 10 yrs or so.

Manny I'd be in the same boat as you - cleaning like crazy. Its one of the things I miss being able to do. Some days with the new meds I get alot done but then it wears me down and feels like before by suppertime so I have to learn to pace myself. Be careful you don't overdo it.

I am still fighting the strep throat. I haven't been able to eat a thing since breakfast on Friday and its torture to even drink liquids though I managed to force down 2 cups of tea yesterday throughout the day. The fever has passed so I know I'm on the mend but it still hurts an awful lot to swallow and I couldn't sleep last night. I had to prop myself up with 3 pillows because if I layed down my throat would close up and I couldn't breath. I slept part of the night sitting up on the couch; the rest of the night was just short spurts of sleep between smothering spells when I'd move off the pillows.

Hope everyone is having a minimal pain day. Hugs and peace to all,
Lisa

When my kids and I had strep, they told us one of the biggest mistakes people due is eat cold stuff like or hot stuff like soup , coffee. Etc. He said he soothes it at the time but actually it aggravates and make the pain worse in the long run. I didn't know if you new this or not. He said everything at room temp soda,water etc. At least until you start seeing some improvements. He said five day but depending how your pain levels are maybe three. Hugs

Thanks for the tip. I've had strep alot over the years and was never told this but naturally end up going room temp with most things. It takes me so long to drink a cup of tea I'd have to reheat it a dozen times so I just leave it room temp. The only thing I tried cold was jello but it took me all day to get through one snack cup so it was't cold at the end. I'll stick to room temp now and see how that goes. Its been 3 days now so will likely be at least 5 before its better. Thanks again 11longyears

Love and hugs to you all

Positive thinking works!

I need to bitch out my PM doctor, his epidural didn't work...............

Hi Everyone,
The last few days I have been dealing with MS stuff, nerve pain, double vision, and spasms. My body feels like it is electrically charged. I could be the answer to the power crisis and we not even realize it! Do you think someone could get a grant to launch a research project? Makes as much sense as most of the nonsense researched these days. LOL :)

Denise, thank you so much for sharing that beautiful tribute to your MIL. It touched me deeply! To share that kind of bond is a rare gift and you were blessed. What a wonderful celebration of life the two of you shared. I am so sorry she is gone, but her love and wisdom lives on in you. I know that that does not for a second make missing her any easier. And I am truely sorry for you loss. know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Manny, You are a marvel. You go from kidney stones to house cleaning in a single bound. You are SuperWoman!

Lisa, Hope you are over your strep soon, I know it can be miserable. Hang in there! Hugs!

Kylie, What happened with that Epidemal?

Today I encourage everyone to find something really beautiful in their world and pay attention to it, really look at it, don't just pass it by. It could be a flower, a painting, a bird, a sunset....anything that you find beautiful! But be still and observe. Then come back and share it with us! We have been talking alot about finding joy and I think this is one way to begin. Have fun! Be a kid today!

Hugs to all,
Cathy






Denise,

Hey Everyone,
Cathy, you were so kind with your responses.

11, Sammy, Lisa, Manny, Enigma, KylieAnn............it's because of people like ya'll and all of the other members here who share, that really make it worth while to be a part of this group. I want to thank you all, and those I missed, and ask you to please keep posting.

This thread is a Blessing to me. It keeps me going.

My neck is a little more sore today, but I could be adjusting to new meds, I don't know.

I do know that you all are great and please keep coming back.

Hugs,
David.

Things here have settled down some, thank goodness. Past couple wks. were a little much..... Have the spinal stenosis acting up "again". Did well for quite awhile so I have to be grateful for that. Vicoden doesn't to the nerve pain, not for me anyway. Still think I need a better pillow though..... gotta go. snack time, how could I possibly forget that?????? love/hugs to all, Vicky