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Hello my fine fellowed friends,
I wanted to update a few things and maybe advise of some good things happening in my life. First and foremost, this is a special group of people and I could not carry on without you. Your support and freindship is invaluable to me.
I wanted to say that I made it through my 90 day sick probation period at work. It was very difficlut. For those that may not know I was on probation starting in July for missing too many sick days. This was on the heels of me having a TIA in late April. It was not fair nor right but then again who said life was fair. So I didnt miss any sick days for 4 months July-October. It is an accomplishment considering every day is a sick day for me. To boot, I now have 4 vacation days left for the rest of the year (used one Monday). Also two 4 day weeekends for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I hope to get some much needed rest. Brain injury caused fatigue is my biggest battle to fight.
Thirdly, my wife has done a ton of tests lately including a mammogram and endoscopy/colonoscopy. She has been been given a clean bill of health. Considering two years ago, we thought she had ovarian cancer and didnt, we have come a long way.Her mental state has greatly improved.
My legs hurt like a mother. There is no cure. The pain is caused by my brain injury and being overworked. That aint gonna change. I will be asking Toni the Ostrich and Lady Dianna to periodically beat me in the legs with a baseball bat so I know why they hurt. Anybody else is welcome to join in. FYI- I have been to four doctors for my legs and their "expert" diagnosis has ranged from anxiety to sleep apnea. Suuure!
I know many in our group are in pain and suffering. My prayers go out to all of you. If I can be a ray of sunshine or make you laugh then I have done something. I hope some good news will be welcomed by all.
Thanks for being there,
Martin
I wanted to update a few things and maybe advise of some good things happening in my life. First and foremost, this is a special group of people and I could not carry on without you. Your support and freindship is invaluable to me.
I wanted to say that I made it through my 90 day sick probation period at work. It was very difficlut. For those that may not know I was on probation starting in July for missing too many sick days. This was on the heels of me having a TIA in late April. It was not fair nor right but then again who said life was fair. So I didnt miss any sick days for 4 months July-October. It is an accomplishment considering every day is a sick day for me. To boot, I now have 4 vacation days left for the rest of the year (used one Monday). Also two 4 day weeekends for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I hope to get some much needed rest. Brain injury caused fatigue is my biggest battle to fight.
Thirdly, my wife has done a ton of tests lately including a mammogram and endoscopy/colonoscopy. She has been been given a clean bill of health. Considering two years ago, we thought she had ovarian cancer and didnt, we have come a long way.Her mental state has greatly improved.
My legs hurt like a mother. There is no cure. The pain is caused by my brain injury and being overworked. That aint gonna change. I will be asking Toni the Ostrich and Lady Dianna to periodically beat me in the legs with a baseball bat so I know why they hurt. Anybody else is welcome to join in. FYI- I have been to four doctors for my legs and their "expert" diagnosis has ranged from anxiety to sleep apnea. Suuure!
I know many in our group are in pain and suffering. My prayers go out to all of you. If I can be a ray of sunshine or make you laugh then I have done something. I hope some good news will be welcomed by all.
Thanks for being there,
Martin
Yay for all the ups and i'll be happy to beat you with a baseball bat anytime!
Big ol' whopping Hugs to you,
Toni
Good news about your redhead getting a clean bill of health!
glad that you're both getting a break!
you're a lovely, silly person and it's so nice to have you here!
I am confused by the leg pain which they are telling you is from a TBI?
You rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
You bring so much magic with you,..N,.... Just Dang sorry for the challenges you face.... grrr...
Yaaaay on Wifey's health tick,. that's awesome news,... but,....I . just a Wish they could help with the legs for you mate...
Martin,,.... Ditto,.... You Rock,.... n Thankyou for helping me Sparkle everyday,... Your an inspiration my friend , n, so glad the probation'y (sp) period has settled and whilst,.. especially,.. with some holidays due... 8-)........ Cool,....
Hugs & God Bless
Lisa
P.s. I would beat you with just about anything LOL! :)
Martin, congratulations on making it through your probation period! That's awesome and I know how difficult it was for you. I think it was truly ridiculous and I really couldn't understand how a company can do that to an employee after they were ill, but you made it! Woo Hoo Break out the Champagne.
I'm glad your wife got a clean bill of health as well. You're a great addition to our group Martin! You're a great person and rather funny at least I'm always laughing at things you say. It's hard to deal with chronic pain on a daily basis and to have a sense of humor helps. I'm just glad you're here Martin! I just wish we could get those legs fixed up and out of pain.
Have a good day Martin.
Lovev & hugs,
Xoxoxo
Mary Ellen
I figure if you gotta hear me bitch about my pain every day you should here me on my good times as well. My next trick is I need to lose 25 lbs but I will wait til January. Not much point going on a diet at holidays.
Toni-I did make it but nearly killed a few people. Over now. Sounds like you got plucked! Ouch! Thwack! Bam as Toni busts out the whoopin stick. Thanks Toni!
Erika- Thank you for your words. The pain in my legs is not burning it is severe soreness muscle fatigue but really bad. A hot bath hepls. I tried that really popular drug they use for Fibro and it didnt help my legs and gave me death defying headaches. Maybe gym or pool will help
Dianna- I give you permission to whack me in the legs. Im thinking the rebound pain would be better right? ahh crap, theres a freaky ostrich chasing me. Am I dreaming? tee hee
Min- Right back at ya Minnie!
Sren- You can beat me with a feather, that is ok too. Anything will do.
Moon-Leg pain is complicated. They dont know why. Doc said it is brain sending "wrong signals" to legs. I think he made it up! But if you think about it, some people with TBI end up paralyzed from waist down so to me there surely is a link.
Seek- Thanks, I hope you are feeling better these days
Lisa- Trust me, Im a party like its 1999. you always beat me with a noodle anyway
ME- I know kinda ridiculous the whole probation thing. Other people have missed more days but excuse me for having a stroke. I hope I can grow up and work out at the gym just like you :). And you laugh at my jokes.
Forever to be Martini