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And, btw, that's a good thing.
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I'm here. I worked my normal shift Thurs-yesterday and slept most of today. It was nice to have a day with nothing really big planned so I could sleep if the mood struck (or I couldn't keep my eyes open). Having a late dinner, and working on the website for the shop I work for. The headache finally subsided - I've been taking B2 & CoQ-10 every night before bed and it's doing it's job I'm only getting the migraines maybe once or twice a month now, they're just now stronger than they used to be, but 2 a month versus 10 a month is better, and I'm working out other easier remedies that don't take as long to act - as I've been talking to my dad who gets them about the same as I am now - one or two bad ones a month and he's been on the B2/CoQ10 routine for 7 years and it works more often than not at keeping them from becoming horrible to the point he seeks stronger treatments.
@Frawg - That's great that you're finding a preventative. I'm a firm believer in herbal, natural & supplement treatments. I've been too dang lazy lately to even deal with my herbal stuff - even though I know I need it.
Well, give me my crown! I am definitely the 'Queen of Procrastination'... I still haven't made it to town - but I AM going first thing in the morning. I'm posting it on here, so I'll be too embarrassed to NOT go- besides being hungry. I've cleaned out the freezer & fridge both, trying to avoid the trip.
(((Hugs))) & Blessings, all.
Well, give me my crown! I am definitely the 'Queen of Procrastination'... I still haven't made it to town - but I AM going first thing in the morning. I'm posting it on here, so I'll be too embarrassed to NOT go- besides being hungry. I've cleaned out the freezer & fridge both, trying to avoid the trip.
(((Hugs))) & Blessings, all.
I'm glad things are going better- maybe not great, but better and that's definitely something to be grateful for.
I hope that you're able to find a way to eliminate them altogether.
BTW, glad to see ya. Have a truly Blessed day
It is taking all of my strength today to not hurt others or myself
What's up, Hon?
I hate my job and my back
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I probably won't be around much after today at the rate things are going. I could vague post for hours about all that's going on and it wouldn't do a damn bit of good. Just more of the VA fucking up lives every day.
I'm sorry you're going through that.
As always, I will keep you in my prayers that things resolve themselves quickly and that you are hanging around here for a very long time to come.
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The VA getting its head out of its ass and realizing that "called the house but hung up before machine picked up" is not the same as "called and relayed message to family member."
Crisis averted, medications received, stress level 9000, next appt Monday, so for now all is moderately less insane.
Good to hear, hope everything works out
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The past 24 hours have been a real struggle living life on life's terms.
For those not familiar with that term, it basically means that we take things as they come, deal with what needs dealt with in an upfront and reasonable manner and don't waste our time wishing things were different. We either change them or accept them...
Sounds simple, huh?
On paper, it is, but in the real world, not so much.
Last week, I missed two days work because my bad hip decided, for no apparent reason, to start acting up and I couldn't put weight on it. Not a good thing from a financial point with Thanksgiving right around the corner and Christmas coming up quick.
I've been saving up enough money so I can afford to have surgery on the aforementioned trick hip because they tell me recovery time could be up to 10 weeks and, unfortunately, bills don't stop just because I'm laid up.
Then toss in new tires for both my car and Mrs Ghost's van, new brakes for both, four family birthdays in the past month and an unforseen dental bill... needless to say, it's been a challenge making the numbers work.
Sunday night, I sat down and did the week's budget and finally breathed a sigh of relief- the numbers worked and I could finally, FINALLY schedule surgery!
It was the best day I had had in a LONG time.
The feeling was a huge weight off my shoulders- I could breathe- I could actually look forward to something rather than spend my time worrying how I was going to be able to make it all work.
But then yesterday happened.
My morning started off pretty standard- making breakfast for the grandson and getting him ready for the bus then the phone rang.
It was my boss from job No. 2 (evening/weekend) saying that she just got word that they were over budget on labor and they have to cut out the support staff.
That sucked but I said a gratitude prayer that I had money saved up and could pick up more hours at my other job any time I wanted. So basically, it was bad news but not the end of the world.
We would be ok.
Just before 3 o'clock, I was on my way to pick up Little Ghost from school and had a car accident. I slid on a patch of black ice and ran into another car.
No one was hurt. THANKFULLY. But there was a decent amount of damage to both cars.
Insurance? Yep. Liability with a $1000 deductible. And my car has a broken tie-rod end and a torn up bumper, busted lights on the driver's side and will probably need an alignment.
When I saw I was going to hit, I instinctively jammed my left leg down to brace myself and threw my hip out.
So... life on life's terms, huh?
Here I am, a couple years of living in severe pain, a year of planning and sacrificing all blown out the window in the space of less than a day.
One job lost, a big deductible, another $1000 in damage to my car that has to be fixed before I can drive it and I'm flat on my back because my hip is torn up.
THAT'S life on life's terms and I'm really struggling with that right now.
And please don't think I'm just bitching to hear myself bitch or that I want a pity party. I'm just getting it out and this helps because I don't have anyone I can call at the moment.
Although, anyone that believes in the power of prayer, please say one for me asking for Him to give me the strength to get through this.
Thanks for hanging in there with me.
For those not familiar with that term, it basically means that we take things as they come, deal with what needs dealt with in an upfront and reasonable manner and don't waste our time wishing things were different. We either change them or accept them...
Sounds simple, huh?
On paper, it is, but in the real world, not so much.
Last week, I missed two days work because my bad hip decided, for no apparent reason, to start acting up and I couldn't put weight on it. Not a good thing from a financial point with Thanksgiving right around the corner and Christmas coming up quick.
I've been saving up enough money so I can afford to have surgery on the aforementioned trick hip because they tell me recovery time could be up to 10 weeks and, unfortunately, bills don't stop just because I'm laid up.
Then toss in new tires for both my car and Mrs Ghost's van, new brakes for both, four family birthdays in the past month and an unforseen dental bill... needless to say, it's been a challenge making the numbers work.
Sunday night, I sat down and did the week's budget and finally breathed a sigh of relief- the numbers worked and I could finally, FINALLY schedule surgery!
It was the best day I had had in a LONG time.
The feeling was a huge weight off my shoulders- I could breathe- I could actually look forward to something rather than spend my time worrying how I was going to be able to make it all work.
But then yesterday happened.
My morning started off pretty standard- making breakfast for the grandson and getting him ready for the bus then the phone rang.
It was my boss from job No. 2 (evening/weekend) saying that she just got word that they were over budget on labor and they have to cut out the support staff.
That sucked but I said a gratitude prayer that I had money saved up and could pick up more hours at my other job any time I wanted. So basically, it was bad news but not the end of the world.
We would be ok.
Just before 3 o'clock, I was on my way to pick up Little Ghost from school and had a car accident. I slid on a patch of black ice and ran into another car.
No one was hurt. THANKFULLY. But there was a decent amount of damage to both cars.
Insurance? Yep. Liability with a $1000 deductible. And my car has a broken tie-rod end and a torn up bumper, busted lights on the driver's side and will probably need an alignment.
When I saw I was going to hit, I instinctively jammed my left leg down to brace myself and threw my hip out.
So... life on life's terms, huh?
Here I am, a couple years of living in severe pain, a year of planning and sacrificing all blown out the window in the space of less than a day.
One job lost, a big deductible, another $1000 in damage to my car that has to be fixed before I can drive it and I'm flat on my back because my hip is torn up.
THAT'S life on life's terms and I'm really struggling with that right now.
And please don't think I'm just bitching to hear myself bitch or that I want a pity party. I'm just getting it out and this helps because I don't have anyone I can call at the moment.
Although, anyone that believes in the power of prayer, please say one for me asking for Him to give me the strength to get through this.
Thanks for hanging in there with me.
Well brother I'm hear for you...I'll definitely say a little prayer for you...keep your head up...and in the words of sir Joseph dirt. You gotta keep on keepin on...it will all work out for the best...
It's another on of life's tests...you got it man I have faith!
I keep telling myself I'm at my lowest low and it can't get any worse and then it does. Take somebody that is already depressed, having financial issues, stress. And then give them unbearable pain everyday daily for over 6 months then have them go through medically induced menopause so I'm flying off the handle screaming crying suicidal and I can't get a doctor to give a half one fuck.
Alright and then give them pills that make them numb, zombie like and dizzy. Then give them anti inflammatory drugs which make them throw up and have stomach pains
Alright and then give them pills that make them numb, zombie like and dizzy. Then give them anti inflammatory drugs which make them throw up and have stomach pains
Yea, tell me about the VA. My uncle had problems with his stomach/intestines after being gut shot in Vietnam. He had an appointment to see a generalist VA Dr. 7 months out. Last month he went to the emergency room and they took him to emergency surgery. He had sepsis and a perforated small intestine, they took out 6' of his small intestine. Last week the VA scheduling dept from the local VA called him to tell him that they could see him next month. Even with his Surgeon sending the medical records over to the VA, these fucking morons can't put 2+2 together.
Oh Jesus. Sepsis and they can't see him for a month? Sound like my doctors
You need to get a health care advocate and begin kicking down doors Cherrycakes.
I wish I could but I'm so exhausted and I don't even know how
They either make it 10 times worse by throwing new medications at me or they say sorry can't help you and walk out the door