Chronic Pain Support Group

Physicians and professionalsdefine pain as chronic if it lasts longer than three to six months and is persistent. It's distinct from acute pain that is a direct result of injury or trauma. This support group is dedicated to those suffering from chronic pain. Discuss treatments that have worked for you, find advice for your specific experience, and find support. You're not...

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jasmine0523
jasmine0523
Hi guys. I know I have been absent for a few weeks. For 3 weeks I bAbysat for my grandchildren. One week I had 4, then the next two weeks I alternated the 4 of them so I had two at a time. I was totally emotionally and physically exhausted. I was so depressed and stressed out because I couldn't do what I wanted to do with them. Yes I know that I gave them love and maybe a few memories but I feel inadequate. My legs are really hurting me and after I got the last caudal the pain got worse. I apologize that I have not been there for you guys but I was lucky I was able to breathe. Joe insisted we leave for a few days and even though money is tight I didn't object. When I get back I will catch up on everyone. Talk to you all soon.
jancam
jancam
OMG..what a lot to take on!!! I hope you're giving yourself more credit than it sounds like you are.

I..( and, likely most folks here)...understand completely how sad it makes us feel to feel as if we can't do/be/give...whatever..." enough" of/from ourselves due to pain/health.

Good for Joe for recognizing what is needed and deserved in the getaway!

Relax and enjoy ( as much as you can).

AND...give yourself list of 'attagirls......grandkids are one of I es greatest gifts...
But..do require strength , energy, and endurance that is usually very lacking in us because most of it's gone to just living with pain.

Look forward to catching up when you get back.

Hugs
jc
jancam
jancam
Lots..not list. :-)
jancam
jancam
One of life's greatest gifts

Sorry. I'd never post anything if I didn't just accept that there will be multiple errors :-)
billwfriend
billwfriend
well congrats to you for surviving for those weeks....I wish I had grandchildren...but no children kinda means no grands...LOL

have nice get away...enjoy it and relax...take care of self...hugs jasmine
gramybear
gramybear
You deserve a lot of credit for what you accomplished those weeks with the grandchildren. When I lived in San Diego my 3 grandchildren would come for the summer and I would have to keep them entertained 24/7. It was quite a mission but I got it done because I wanted them with me so badly. Please give yourself a lot of credit for what you too, accomplished. Have a very good time on your trip and take GOOD care of yourself! You are more deserving than you know. Hugs Gramybear
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hope you have a great trip and get lost of R&R you sure deserve it after that run of grandkid watching!
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