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A Pain Survivor Community
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Nicole Hemmenway
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The Recipe Exchange
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Puerto Rico Challenge RS…
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Books and Music!
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Nicole Hemmenway's Discussions
Wanting to Fix while Remembering to Just Be
Sometimes the hardest position is to be a bystander watching the person you care for struggle. While you know there is nothing you can do to ease the heartache, you still wish you had the right words…Continue
Started Nov 3, 2011
Finding the Time for a Daily Mini-Getaway
After receiving an email this afternoon from a friend telling me about her mini-vacation this past weekend, I began thinking that we all need a mini-getaway. Each of us needs an escape from the daily…Continue
Started Oct 25, 2011
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I Have Been There...
I have been battling chronic pain for over a third of my life, and I understand the toll pain takes on an individual. I know how hard it is to continue looking for relief when the medical field believes recovery is impossible.
Knowing I deserved to be pain-free led me on my quest to find answers and heal. Yet to find that cure, I had to take my own route through the medical system.
On my quest for answers, I have seen and done it all. I have visited the most renowned medical institutions and saw specialist after specialist. I have tried many conventional and unconventional treatment programs. I have screamed in frustration and have cried out in pain. I have been there. I understand the torment. But I also know miracles happen…I should be dead and yet somehow I survived.
I am ready to share my story, because in reality, it is everyone’s story. Will you join me?
Knowing I deserved to be pain-free led me on my quest to find answers and heal. Yet to find that cure, I had to take my own route through the medical system.
On my quest for answers, I have seen and done it all. I have visited the most renowned medical institutions and saw specialist after specialist. I have tried many conventional and unconventional treatment programs. I have screamed in frustration and have cried out in pain. I have been there. I understand the torment. But I also know miracles happen…I should be dead and yet somehow I survived.
I am ready to share my story, because in reality, it is everyone’s story. Will you join me?
Latest Activity
Julian Phillips left a comment for Nicole Hemmenway
I guess if I had looked into the comments here what with losing the house and moving into my daughter's basement. Plus the RSD flaring and the meds throwing any sleep cycle I may have had out the window.
Any more important congratulations
Julian Phillips left a comment for Nicole Hemmenway
congratulations on having the baby did you have a boy or girl and when was the birthday? God Bless you and your family.
vicki l galvin left a comment for Nicole Hemmenway
Hi Nicole,
It's so nice to hear from you. Thank you for your kind words. I know you have a great support system with your family and friends, but I have to say you truly are one of the most inspiring people I know. I sometimes think it…
Nicole Hemmenway replied to Nicole Hemmenway's discussion 'Let's see how many people respond to this!'
How did the move go? I have been thinking of you.
Nicole Hemmenway left a comment for Dolores Krug
Hi Dolores! Welcome to HoH. How are you feeling today? I hope you find this site to be a helpful resource. WE are all here to support, empower and inspire one another through the ups and downs of pain. I am thinking of you and looking forward to…
Marianne Marden replied to Nicole Hemmenway's discussion 'Let's see how many people respond to this!'
I love that name "vision boards", great idea Nicole! I am doing a memory one right now for a friend who lost his daughter in Afghanistan :(. My favorite sitcoms...Everyone Loves Raymond, M.A.S.H. and all Law and Order shows…
Nicole Hemmenway replied to Nicole Hemmenway's discussion 'Let's see how many people respond to this!'
Marianne,
It is so great to get to know you a bit better. Do you have a favorite sitcom?
I love making collages to. I call them vision boards and put all images, phrases and pictures that make me happy.
Mornings have been my best time of the day…
Marianne Marden replied to Nicole Hemmenway's discussion 'Let's see how many people respond to this!'
Hi Everyone, hope we all get to chat sometime soon.
1. I have had chronic 24/7 pain now for 6 years from RA and spinal degeneration/surgeries.
2. I can not stand reality TV....give me a good sitcom, nature, documentary anytime.
3.…
Nicole Hemmenway left a comment for Heather Grace
Hi Heather! How are you doing today? welcome to HoH! I hope you find this site to be a helpful resource. We are all here to share our stories of triumph and struggle, to connect with others who are also dealing with the same issues we face. Together…
Nicole Hemmenway left a comment for Judy Longo
Hi Judy, welcome to HoH! I hope you are having a good day today and that you find this site to be a helpful resource. We are all here to share our stories of triumph and struggle, to connect with others who are also dealing with the same issues we…
Marianne Marden left a comment for Nicole Hemmenway
Thank you for the friend request, I look forward to being a part of the community here!
Nicole Hemmenway's Blog
Finding A New Routine
Last night I attended a prenatal yoga class. This was the first time I had done yoga since April, and I was a bit nervous. As some of you may remember, I became interested in this practice earlier this year. It was part of my New Year’s Resolution of making time for me and finding balance in my life.
Entering the studio was intimidating for me. I wanted to be a rock-star. I wanted to be able to do every pose my peers were doing, and leave the class feeling relaxed and…
ContinuePosted on October 19, 2011 at 4:43pm
My Morning Walk
This morning I went to the gym, a place I have not frequented much since becoming pregnant. I decided to use the treadmill since learning I can participate in light forms of exercise such as walking. Although there was a part of me that felt guilty that I did not walk outdoors with the dogs, I knew today was about me. I just wanted to feel a bit of normalcy return to my every day life; I hope to take Cooper and Lucy on a much-needed outing this weekend.
I charged my iPod…
ContinuePosted on September 8, 2011 at 8:35am
Resting, Relaxing, Enjoying the Moment
Yesterday was the perfect day. I woke early, drove to the city to pick up a dear friend and then we met my mom at the Sonoma Mission Inn for a spa day. Being able to relax and soak in the mineral waters was exactly what I needed. As the aches in my low back dissipated as well as the inflammation in my legs so did my worries and frustrations.
A shift occurred inside. The hot mineral springs not only healed my body, but more importantly, the waters healed my spirit. I started…
ContinuePosted on September 2, 2011 at 5:22pm
Epsom Salt
I was just curious if any of you have benefited from Epsom Salt baths? An HoH member sent me a message about how his friend has found temporary RSD/CRPS pain relief from these warm baths. Have you tried it? What are your thoughts?
I know my doctor recommended Epsom Salt to me years ago too. Just interested in your experiences!
Nicole
Posted on February 16, 2011 at 8:10am — 2 Comments
Comment Wall (122 comments)
- At 7:21pm on February 15, 2012,
Julian Phillips said…
I guess if I had looked into the comments here what with losing the house and moving into my daughter's basement. Plus the RSD flaring and the meds throwing any sleep cycle I may have had out the window.
Any more important congratulations
- At 7:17pm on February 15, 2012,
Julian Phillips said…
congratulations on having the baby did you have a boy or girl and when was the birthday? God Bless you and your family.
- At 5:43pm on February 14, 2012,
vicki l galvin said…
Hi Nicole,
It's so nice to hear from you. Thank you for your kind words. I know you have a great support system with your family and friends, but I have to say you truly are one of the most inspiring people I know. I sometimes think it would be easier if I could just go away somewhere, go through whatever my withdrawal might be, then come back home to my family and friends. I'm sure this isn't rational thinking, but this whole journey I'm on doesn't seem rational. I'm scared at the thought of more pain, but the thought of taking these meds for a lifetime is even more scary. My plan is to wean off of the Fentanyl patches first, and my doctor suggested I start when the weather warms up since the cold weather seems to be when I hurt the most.
I was wondering if there are any retreats or get togethers that any of the HOH family get together for. The thought of meeting people "like me" would be so exciting. One of the hardest things for me is feeling alone on my really bad days.
Well, I'm finishing up my last semester of college, so I better get to my homework. Hugs to you and your family.
Vicki
- At 2:35pm on February 5, 2012,
Marianne Marden said…
Thank you for the friend request, I look forward to being a part of the community here!
- At 7:43pm on January 20, 2012,
JAMES C. SEWELL said…
I need your help. My best friend Christine Sanfrey Stevenson a 30 year RSD/CRPS sufferer is writing a book about this horrible disease and has little or no resources to make it happen with publishers. Not asking for money, just hoping you might know how to help her or someone who can.
ps I just purchased your book for her and hope you'll autograph it for her. Thanks,
James Sewell
- At 7:44pm on October 24, 2011,
Karen Chagnon said… - Hi Nicole...Thank you for the warm welcome!
- At 6:20pm on October 12, 2011,
stephanie kay said…
Hi Nicole,
I am Stacy Mannis' aunt and she thinks very highly of you. I have just ordered your book and want to get to know you.
- At 7:37pm on September 19, 2011,
Mike Adams said… - Hello. I am day 5 post op some serious surgery. Doing OK. Only one new pain symptom to deal with. Feels like my right leg is on fire just under the skin. Wow! this had better get better soon.
- At 12:09pm on September 19, 2011,
Kristin Deering said… - Thanks for asking Nicole; it's been a crazy busy morning with work, but a relatively low pain day, so thank goodness for that! The weekend on the other hand was brutal, I'm so relived it finally rained! Looking forward to learning my way around the site. :)
- At 7:31pm on September 17, 2011,
Kristin Deering said…
- Thank you for the kind welcome Nicole. I am looking forward reading through the various blog posts, getting to know the members, & of course, learning how everything works. Best! (((Hugs))) - K
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