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Good morning! Three hours of sleep! Joy, rapture, glory... Not. The fall down/from the fence the other day means my stupid shoulder and rib that were better? Back to zero. (or 9 on a 0-10 pain scale, depending how you view these things)
My foot, btw, is okay. There's ironic. All that bandage kept it safe. But is part of why I couldn't climb well. but...
Anyway, Halloween! Hurray!... Hubby is ecstatic. I'm too tired to be anything but a big old crab. Grumpy and lumpy and feeling dumpy. Hours to set up the yard, hours to take it down, hours of overkill of Halloween stuff, and guess who has to mop up, sweep up, dust off, dust down, carry-fetch-box-up? Yep. Why? Oh, Mr. Halloween is busy.
And he bought --- dig this --- over 700 pieces of candy.
We get about 80 kids. That's gonna be... Yeah, I'm in a ortten mood. Whatever. None of the candy is stuff I like. Ugh.
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Weirdly enough, today in history has some creepy stuff. Coincidence, but still.
In 1922, Benito "Il Duce" Mussolini became prime minister of Italy, kicking off his rise to power and infamy.
In 1926, famed magician Harry Houdini died. Yep, on Halloween. He died of complications of a punch to hsi gut. He'd bragged about his abs, a student slugged him, his appendix went from "okay" to "deteriorating" and then? Well, the inevitable peritonitis and even gangrene. He died after refusing medical treatment and going on with the show. The puncher, btw, asked him if he believed in the miracles of the Bible, and struck him below the belt (they wore them higher then, but still), so... It's also possible that Houdini's appendix was already on its way to inflmmation and infection, but whatever the case... It killed him. (Oh, and he even refused surgery.) Note: Houdini was lying on a couch, resting a broken ankle, when struck. It's fundamentally a bad position to be in when slugged in the abdomen, IMHO. Been there, done that, and I swear it's worse somehow...
In 1952, the US detonated its frist H-bome (hydrogen bomb). jHappy Halloween, bring on the mutants...?
Two different airplane crashes, killing a combined total of 283 people, occurred on Halloween, as well, several years apart, on opposite sides of the world, but hey, still yucky.
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I'm off to bed again (I hope!) to prepare for... Uh... Y'know, sleep would be easier if I didn't have to work with this medication schedule. Also, if I could get, y'know, pain relief, but ain't that true of us all? Yep!
Soft fluffy cottony-cuddly day to everyone!
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Another day, another ouchie?My bruised achilles tendon (don't ask) makes my foot numb. Wonky on meds, whacked it.Now, as to fibro:A lot of reports are going around some parts of social media that fibro (and dang near anything else) are caused by post-Covid, post-flu, post-vaccinations, post-pick-something.1. Your risk of death or serious complications beyond "ow, that shot hurt!" are typically...
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Today (August 8) is INternational Cat Day. Don't click away! International DOG day is August 26! Both were created to raise aweareness and funds for the well-being of critters. We have many such dayts, to the pint that every day is like an old Catholic saints' day calendar: Take your pick!I'm home, obvs, and still ill. Left calf and foot not great after a tangle-fall, but i'll live. Just can't...
I'm not sure if I'm coming down with something or just flaring because the weather can't make up its damn mind. It rained all weekend and Monday, it's 28 degrees now but will be in the 50s later, then it's going to rain for another 3 days straight. My soreness from the race is getting better but my arms are throbbing and I have crazy brain fog. I don't have candy for tonight, not that I normally do, but by the time I get home, take Miki for a walk, and feed everyone, trick or treat will be almost over. I generally don't care much about Halloween anyway, I'm feeling pretty apathetic about life today, but even when I'm not, it's not my thing. I just want to go home and sleep...I really hope that work isn't busy
I'm sorry to hear that you are starting out with so little sleep and in so much pain. I agree with Miki, it's fine if the decorations are up for a few extra days. I hope that you feel better as the day goes on.
Miki,
We don't do an awful lot with Halloween either. Our house is isolated enough that it doesn't pay for kids to stop. We've probably had about 10 kids in 30 years...but we get candy every year for some reason. :-)
Well...I've been back from my wanderings for a few days now...have been just trying to catch up with life. It was surprising how hard I could push myself while there but am paying the price here now. I guess it's do something and suffer or do nothing and, well, suffer....but less. On the brighter side, It was a beautiful area (Galena IL) and I met some really nice people. I would do it again, but not for a few weeks...probably couldn't even handle the car ride now. :-)
Happy Halloween!
Kel
Leo, I'm sorry you're still hurting from that fall. If I took a hit like that I'd be miserable for a week or more.
And I agree with Miki, the decorations could stay up through the weekend.
Miki, I'm sorry you feel like you're coming down with something. I've been boosting our elderberry here to help ward off anything "not good". Lots of crud floating around.
Kel, I'm glad you got out, but I'm sorry you're paying for it now. I've never heard of Galena IL, was it family there or is it a destination town?
Well, we're getting ready here. My hubs came home last night saying he wanted to run to Walmart to get a sweatshirt to make a costume. Last year, he went as a "404 warning, Costume not found". This year...he got another error on his mind and he went with a 417 error...."Costume Expectation Failed".
So then Danno got in on it and went as a 500 error. "Internal Costume Error: The costume encountered an internal error and was unable to be scary. "
Today I set up stuff. I need to grab the chairs out back and our little fire pit so we can stay all cozy tonight. Normally I'd let the kids come to the door, but we have a narrow patio, and since the weather is nice tonight, I thought doing a bonfire would be cozy. And the boys will carve their pumpkins today. I have a no school day as I figure most schools are not in "learning mode" today anyways. Or, maybe I'll just call this "Art class", yah, that's the ticket.
On another note, I'm asking for prayers for my best friend's mom as she is in surgery today to remove a brain tumor that is pressing on her optic nerve. It's non cancerous, but the risk of loosing her vision was great whether she the tumor in there or had it removed. There is small, but decent chance it will be successful. She's in surgery now. I thank you all in advance for those prayers.
I'm off to go start my to do list for the day. Wishing you all a safe and fun Halloween.
Miki, Hang in there, today is your last day of work and then you can take a break. I hope that helps your mood just a little.
Kel, I'm glad the vacation went good, but sorry you are paying for it now. And I usually buy candy too (you never know and then there is plenty left for us).
Wonder, how exciting I bet the boys are pumped and you guys will have fun today. We forgot to carve our pumpkin. It's just too busy during the week and I mentioned it on Sunday but we still forgot. Have fun today!
I'm in a bad mood today. The pain is so bad, fatigue is extreme, another difficult morning, and I'm just sick of being so busy and hurting so much. I got a call during PT saying my shoes arrived and I could come trade them out. This is good news, but in reality this just means more work for me and I guess I will go during lunch today. PT was okay, I think the main guy is lazy and sucks, but the young chick interning and learning was great. She basically massaged the area until I couldn't handle the pain anymore and then applied heat and did some stretches. I'm supposed to do once a week but I still need to talk to insurance and see how much this is going to cost me.
Unfortunately I can't leave work early today for Halloween, but we will go trick-or-treating at my brothers neighborhood and eat pizza with his family, that's our ritual for Halloween. I will have to eat dinner before going though, there is no way I can eat pizza with this belly.
I hope everyone has the best day possible.
Leo, sorry you did not sleep well. Hope that you are able to get some rest today. Glad that your foot is feeling better.
Miki- Ihave been dealing with a lot of that as well. Brain Fog is no joke. I hope that you feel better and I really do hope that this weather make up its mind. My body feels the same way. Sending lots of hugs your way.
Kel- Welcome back. We missed you. I'm glad you had a nice time but I'm sorry that it was difficult in your condition. Hoping you that you can get some rest today.
Wonder- Sounds like fun! Enjoy your day today. Will be praying for your best friend's mom. Safe surgery and recovery.
Twin- Sorry you are in a bad mood. Hope as the day goes by you will start feeling better. Lots of hugs ......
Shout out to Blue and Fantod and the rest of the gain,
Blue- Sorry about the mud and everything from the picture it does look like you guys have a lot of problem. Hoping that all is well. I still think it's beautiful. Hoping that you have a great day today and that school is coming along great.
Fantod- Sorry that things are not going so well with the family. It is hard for us when we have to take on extra responsibilities being in pain. Family don't understand how it affects us. Hoping that everything works out for you and that you guys can come to an agreement that's best for you, family and your mom. Praying that mom gets 100% better I know it may seem impossible but with God nothing is impossible. Sending lots of hugs and love your way. Have a wonderful day!
Pam
I’m in a flare, I have a migraine, and I’m depressed. Fun day.
Take care, everyone.
Leo I hope you can take a nap today so you can enjoy the kiddos tonight. You don't have to tear down all the decorations in one day. I am sorry you are in so much pain from the fall. I hope today treats you well.
Miki you are the first person I have heard of that isn't into Halloween NOT. l hope today is an easy day for you and then you can enjoy some much deserved time off.
Twins I hope the girls enjoy tonight. I am sorry it is just more work for you. At least you don't have to make dinner yay. I hope the new shoes help with the foot pain.
Wonder your Halloween sounds like a blast. I would love to sit by a bonfire with you. I hope the boys enjoy their art class today. Yes carving pumpkins is an art.
I am fighting with the pain and depression it is bringing. I have a counseling appt tomorrow and will try to dump it there. We always buy candy but last year had not one child knock on our door. Several kids have moved in since then so maybe we will get rid of this candy this year.
I hope you all have a spooky fun Halloween and rest after.
Leo, I'm sorry for the lack of sleep and extra pain. I don't think it will hurt to let hubby get around to the decorations when he's ready and you just take care of you.
I'm with Miki and not feeling jolly about this holiday or any of them this year. I can't handle any added work right now.
I'm so nauseous.... rolled over at about 4:30 and had to sit up because I started gagging. I'm tired of this. Why can't I be normal?
The property manager has rescheduled bathroom repairs 2x already. We had another hard rain last night and a big mud puddle formed behind the toilet. The flooring around the base of the toilet is now becoming soft.
Still trying to get the VA to answer their phones in the travel benefits office about moving that crack-of-dawn flight on Monday morning.
I emailed the school disability counselor and let her know that I've been really sick... and keeping up with my class work in addition to self care is too overwhelming. I asked if any accommodations can be made for the spring semester. Otherwise, I fear I may have to take it off to rest.
Miki, I'm glad you are recovering from the race. I hope the brain fog eases up. That's what makes getting through my studies so challenging.
Kel, welcome back. Glad you were able to wonder around out there and have fun too. It's too bad you're paying for it now.
Wonder, yay fire pit! Sorry about your best friend's mom... I pray the surgery is a success with little to no side effects.
Twins, I'm glad your orthotics are ready. I'm sorry that the extra errands are so taxing on you, but I know exactly what you mean. I don't have a job, but my studies take up all my time. And when you're on little sleep because you're so sick all the time, every little extra thing feels like it could be the last straw that breaks the camel's back! I pray God gives the time and strength.
Thanks, Pam. I hope your week is going well.
I had an appointment this morning with the ophthalmic eye surgeon about the eye lashes embedded in my upper eyelid. I practically fell asleep sitting up in the waiting room. He removed the lashes - two injections of lidocaine in the eyelid and some rooting around to get them out. I have to go back in 6 weeks to be sure that they are not growing back in the same way again. If they are, I will need surgery to stop that process.
The being occupying planet micromanage everything otherwise known as my sister continues to be a problem. My brother wants me to call him today. If he plans on trying to guilt me into anything, he can think again. I'm fed up with having to explain my situation. My mother has resources and can hire a night nurse, put a bed downstairs etc. My sister would rather kill herself than let any of that happen. Its not that I don't care, I do.
I'm depressed, tired and stressed which is, as we all know, a bad combination. Going to continue with todays chores and maybe find a good Halloween movie to watch. I will check back later. Shout out to Bear!
ida, I'm praying you get relief soon from the depression and pain. We're all thinking about you and we know how hard it can be.
Autumn, I'm praying the depression away. I will be thinking about you and I hope you get a few cute kids tonight. :-)
Blue, you said it perfectly. And I'm so sorry about your stomach. I was crying last night saying the same thing, why can't I just be dealing with pain, why nerve damage, stomach damage apparently and rashes, and low blood pressure followed by insomnia. It's all just too much and too overwhelming. I hope the VA calls you back on all fronts and gets the flight later and figures out something for the spring semester. Pushing that hard for so long is not good for you.
Fantod, I really feel for you. It's a tough situation to be in and I know you care, but you also can't handle taking care of your mother with your limitations and disability. I really hope your brother and sister lay off and come up with something else.
Fantod I feel bad for you that your sister won't listen to you. Stick to your guns and don't let her bully you into anything you can't do. I hate that you are under so much stress. Hugs and chocolate.
I haven't gotten anything done today. My body feels like I have been used for a punching bag. I have to get my shower sometime today because I have an early appt tomorrow. It hurts to even think about it.
Don't let the spooks get ya.
I had a rough evening with pain , but rest and meds and heat helped. My muscles seem more responsive to heat since starting massages and I have only had 2 - good news. After I was able to get the pain under control somewhat (took hours) , I slept a straight 8 hours - yay.
I was suppose to make some "necessary" phone calls today and decided to put them off until tomorrow , I just wasnt up to dealing with these issues and the people involved.
I dont give out candy anymore. My enjoyment of Halloween is watching scary and/or creepy movies the whole month of October. I was crazy into Halloween when my son was young and growing up though.
Soft , gentle hugs to all.
Fantod ,,, sorry that you are depressed,,,, sending lots of hugs your way.. Praying that everything works out for you.. Take care.
Did not read everyone's last post in a lot of pain with my hands and neck so it is very very hard to type right now.. Hugs to everyone and have a wonderful night. Be safe.
Pam