tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post8171262783184066057..comments2023-10-20T10:25:41.260-05:00Comments on Beam Me Up Scotty: And then it all ChangedDebra Kayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13455047894767524091noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-91051918979578430572010-02-22T13:39:26.512-06:002010-02-22T13:39:26.512-06:00I know exactly how you feel. I got a sinus infecti...I know exactly how you feel. I got a sinus infection, then had a minor surgery and it has taken me 3 weeks to recover from something that normally would take a few days. Sick mixed with accidents/surgeries is never good. Hang in there.Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10058386764811033042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-89091808564843893302010-02-22T10:59:27.597-06:002010-02-22T10:59:27.597-06:00KJ-here's the deal about the snow. It kept us...KJ-here's the deal about the snow. It kept us socked in for a week. The virus was really bad and I considered calling an ambulance-but I was concerned that my folks would try to come to the hospital and hurt themselves, and there were the dogs and animals to consider. <br /><br />I kept elevated and humidifiers blasting. Had my lungs gotten worse, I would have gone in-but beyond that and fluids, there is <br />nothing a hospital could have done.<br /><br />By the time someone could have safely made it in-I was better to the point that I could figure how to manage things again-and figuring all that out was empowering.<br /><br />I did have plenty of locals offer help-but by the time it would have been safe for them, it was pretty much covered.<br /><br />I am going to be BETTER prepared next winter. The generator situation is not optimal-I didn't figure on being incapacitated. So, I am working through that now. We do have neighbors who would gladly helps us start them up, but I'd rather figure out a self sufficient method. I really was caught with my pants down-won't happen again.<br /><br />Part of me is horrified at the experience-going potty in a bucket with a bad back is not easy. Part of me is thrilled-LOOK-I figured out real survival right here in town! It was horrifying during, thrilling after.Debra Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13455047894767524091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-35001113826019458002010-02-22T10:37:22.370-06:002010-02-22T10:37:22.370-06:00Physical pain, mental pain-it's all pain. I l...Physical pain, mental pain-it's all pain. I learned a skill when I was in bad shape with muscle pain that perhaps will help with mental pain.<br /><br />When the lightening bolt strikes-be it a leg ache or a heart ache-I mentally acknowledge it-I say to myself "Ok, this is the pain of the day"....(moment would sound better because you can have many pains in a day, but I started with day and day it is).<br /><br />It seemed that labeling it took away some of the sting. I acknowedged that yeah, it hurt, but "of the day" implies it won't last.<br /><br />It's harder to do it with head and heart pain, because they are taking up head space you need to remember to acknowldge-but it can be done.<br /><br />Birthday is November 17 1960-yes, I'm 50 this year. I never planned to be 50 so I am trying to figure out what all that means too.Debra Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13455047894767524091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-42048166074888198142010-02-22T10:35:51.296-06:002010-02-22T10:35:51.296-06:00how to be your friend in times like this?
i am gl...how to be your friend in times like this?<br /><br />i am glad you are better, and man do i understand that healing takes time. this was (is?) something i don't like you handling by yourself. you can tell me to mind my own business :) but deb, it's too much. <br /><br />you needed someone to help with meals, the animals, groceries, mobility. if necessary, money well spent.<br /><br />maybe i'm so off base: did the snow prevent any help at all?<br /><br />anyway, i surely am glad you're better. your honesty refreshes. <br /><br />♥kjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15122196887043345981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-58184843160797194462010-02-22T07:12:59.375-06:002010-02-22T07:12:59.375-06:00That cold week or so when you were ice bound and f...That cold week or so when you were ice bound and flu laden must have seemed like an eternity.<br />I'm glad you have the pack and I'm glad you're on the mend.<br /><br />I'm really sorry you lost your friend. I wonder if she's one you had mentioned while we were on the cape. And your snakes, poor babies. I hope you've had it out with the breeder.<br /><br />When is your birthday? I don't remember from last year and I'd really like to know . You can email me if you don't want to blab it!<br /><br />I hope you're all healed by April ;)<br />xoxostudio lolohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15363808478293833466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-43648133532614094722010-02-22T06:13:18.512-06:002010-02-22T06:13:18.512-06:00Hang in there DK. I realize what a fall can do to...Hang in there DK. I realize what a fall can do to you. I ended up having neck surgery a few years ago and I only fell from me feet to my bottom. It just takes time. I know you will feel better soon. Big Hugs ()()()()()Lisa at Greenbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07743973292900758183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-9484417422781828802010-02-22T04:56:10.364-06:002010-02-22T04:56:10.364-06:00here i am deep in my own mental miseries, while yo...here i am deep in my own mental miseries, while you have been struggling for so long there, what a pity we couldn't have been together,helping each other. i know you are on the mend as i see your comments appearing again all over the blog, with that cheeky, funny wry way you have of expressing even the banal. so glad to see you around again, take it easy still,time is the biggest healer.soulbrushhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16879115279499153124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166466078612863791.post-83665665543663370142010-02-22T04:02:26.691-06:002010-02-22T04:02:26.691-06:00Healing is a long process and everyone wants immed...Healing is a long process and everyone wants immediate gratification. You fell hard! and to get sick on top of that is just too much. But you are right in allowing yourself the time to heal - you are so in touch with yourself. <br />I'm so sorry about your friend Deb - that is very tough to handle. <br /><br />Glad to see you are back to watching Dog shows - that's a step in the right direction.Mimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12409455543895086283noreply@blogger.com