[January]

I found out I can't watch Jurassic Park anymore. The close ups of the dinosaurs attacking terrify Belle.

She burrowed under a pillow on the bed and thought I couldn't see her, but her head was sticking out. I pretended I didn't see her. Belle lunged out when I walked by and tried to "attack" me with her front paws. It was so funny.

I hope all of you sleep well tonight. I am thinking of each of you.

[Wild Coyote]

I hope everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving. I did.

Liz, you are brave to address your past abuse. The recent news headlines is causing memories/awareness to surface for many. You are not alone. I went through a lot of this, too. It sounds like your pdoc is a great guy with whom to talk (so is mine). I am very sorry for the pain you have endured. I remain hopeful for your healing.

Jan, sounds like Belle has quite a sense of humor! How precious!

Lots of Love to All!

WC

[Gus1234U]

ok, brace yourselves for the next big one~

[lizardlady]

Thanks for the support everyone. I've decided I'm going to slowly start letting the buried info come out as it is ready.

Thanksgiving was nice. A couple of friends invited me over for dinner. We had lots of good conversation and a yummy dinner. It was a nice day.

[Gus1234U]

welcome to my world,
won't you come on in ?

[January]

I spent most of yesterday running around with my friend and even though I had a great time, I was exhausted and hurting by the time that was over because I walked a lot. Today I've cleaned part of the apartment and washed clothes for most of the day. I'm in such pain in my knees and lower legs. I broke down and took an Aleve even though the Dr. said I can't have them any more because my kidney functions are a bit low. I can't possibly sleep in this much pain.

The Rhuemy said I can only have Tylenol, which is like taking water. I have an appointment with my nephrologist soon and I'm going to ask him about the safety of taking Tylenol versus Aleve. I'll let you know what he says because maybe some of you are in the same quandary.

Love to all.

[January]

It has taken me about three hours to be able to walk without wobbly hobbling. My ankle has poofed out and is very painful also. My friend said there are topical NSAIDs that the Dr. may allow me to use. Do any of you use them? I've never heard of them.

I hope you are all having a wonderful Sunday and that it is sunny and beautiful wherever you are.

[lizardlady]

After being careful all week not to overdo, I spent hours pulling weeds at my mom's house yesterday. I kept changing position to relieve stress on back, hips, legs, but am still crippled up today. Left hip and knee feel like they are filled with ground glass.

all I can say is... thank god it is warmer today

despite being indoors, the cold really got to my joints yesterday and the day before

[Gus1234U]

[Kiya]

Jan maybe it is the sound that upsets Belle; mute it and see if you can still watch the picture until it is better. Poor pup

[January]

Thanks, Kiya. That might do it, but she watches that screen very closely.

I went to the Board Meeting for the first time since I the Drs told me I had a tumor and I went into such a depression. It was scary going back tonight but what shocked me most was I was more nervous after I got home. I don't understand.

I tried to carry too many groceries at one time and I've hurt my back muscles as well as my spine. I took one of the contraband Aleves. I don't know what else to do.

Belle decided to run like a banshee all over the apartment and jump up on my lap and "attack" me on each pass. She let out a fearsome growl each time she sailed through.

[Gus1234U]

(Jan, the buildup of lactic acid in the muscles from over exertion can trigger panic. drink some juice or anything sweet. )

[January]

Thank you, Gus. I slept last night, and I have residual pain, but I don't really know how I feel this morning. I know that sounds silly, but I just don't know yet.

Thank you for the wonderful pictures.

[Gus1234U]

[lizardlady]

Originally Posted by January

I don't really know how I feel this morning. I know that sounds silly, but I just don't know yet.

Makes sense to me. I have maybe one or two functional brain cells when I first get up. I joke I have to climb the evolutionary scale every morning because I start the day as slime mold.

[January]

I so understand, Liz! It takes me at least an hour or more before I can even think.

I go back to the new pdoc today. I don't know why I'm so nervous, but I am. As I always tell myself, "This, too, shall pass.",
but it's going to be a doozy. I'm taking pocket riders again. Please feel free to volunteer.

[lizardlady]

Jan, I'm probably too late, but willing to be a pocket rider.

Open invite to all here. Any time any of you need a pocket rider, count me in.

[lizardlady]

Oh dear sweet baby jesus I ache, I'm exhausted and I haven't got a single functional brain cell in my head. Fibro and CFS are kicking my butt.

[Kiya]

Sending out support, everyone! Hugs to those that want them! And I also volunteer “pocket rider-ness” to anyone

Spasming in just one upper arm tonight.... an improvement I do suppose