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Another Setback In This Life Of Mine ......
Hello All!
It's been a while since I have been to visit my friends on HoH. I hope everyone is doing okay and enjoying your summer. It's so hard to believe that tomorrow is September 1 and fall will soon be here.
Summer has been okay for me. The humidity is difficult as it agravaates my condition, but I have dealt with it the best I can. My health aide is working out wonderfully for me. She is a tremendous help and I do not know what I would do without her.
On August 20, I had the opportunity to assist Paul at The Milford Oyster Festival. This is a large festival in town with lots of craft booths, as well as a section set up just for non-profit organizations. Many people stopped by the USPF booth and it was such a pleasure to meet and speak with so many people. Once again, I learned that while our stories of pain may be different, we all have a common denominator. We are all trying to have rich and fullfilling lives while dealing with our pain issues. This was the first time helping at a USPF booth, and I will remember it always.
This past Sunday evening, August 28, 2011, while trying to get up from my cozy bedroom chair, I had a nasty fall. I'm still not quite sure just how it happened. I just remember that while I was getting up, I lost my footing and the next thing I knew I was on the floor. I cannot tell you just how much this hurt. The pain shot up my back to the base of my head, and also down to my toes. At first I was not able to get up, but thankfully my husband was home and he was able to get me back into the chair. Bob wanted to call the EMS but I am stubborn and I did not want to go to the hospital. So Bob gave me multiple ice packs and I just waited for the pain to ease. By early Monday morning I could not stand the pain any longer. I knew something was wrong. So I called my doctor's office and I was told to go to the emergency room immediately. ER's being what they are, of course I had to wait several hours before being examined by a doctor. Xrays were taken and I was told that I had multiple contusions on my lower back, my hips and my pelvis. I was also told that xrays do not show everything, so even if there is a fracture, there is nothing that could be done for me. I was instructed by the doctor to rest and continue to apply ice to the areas. Today is Wednesday and I really do not feel any different. I am resting and taking my meds, and just waiting to feel better. I am not a happy camper!!!!
So that is what is new in my little corner of the world. Here I sit all alone, looking out the window at the beautiful day. I am trying so hard not to become too down about this latest episode .... things happen, I guess.
Hoping you all are having a wonderful day.
Stacie
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Comment by Stacie Cavallaro on September 4, 2011 at 7:19pm -
Hi Nicole and Sally,
Well, it has been a week since my fall and I really had hoped I would be feeling better. But unfortunately, I am not. I guess this is going to take longer than I had expected! I saw the phyician Assistant on Thursday and she actually prescribed another medication to add to my collection ... oxycodon. I am just supposed to take this for a week or so and it should help with the pain. I took it for the first (and last!) time on Thursday night. I am not one for taking all kinds of meds as I do not like feeling out of control. I already take four other meds and quite frankly, I think that is enough for me. But at least I gave it a try. During my appointment with the PA, we also talked about US Pain as she suffers with fibromyalgia. She was very interested in the foundation and I was able to give her a brochure so that she can check out the website, etc.
Sally, I hope you are finding HoH and US Pain very helpful. At first I found it a bit confusing to navigate around the sites, but it does get easier. I think we all need support from people who are pretty much in the same boat ... dealing with pain on a daily basis. I surfed the web for various support groups and I can honestly say that HoH members are the most caring and compassionate group of people.
I am so fortunate to have my wonderful husband. He is so supportive and that is so very important. Bob works 12 hours per day and when he gets home in the evening, he then must care for me. I try to do as much as I can for him, but I do have my limitations. We have a 3 year old Golden Retriever named Colby and he is a handfull!!! I have posted pics of him on my page - if you get the chance to check them out. I look forward to seeing pics of your two kitties. I have been bothering Bob about getting a kittne, but he is just not a cat-type of guy! But I am not giving up on that subject - that is for sure. Otherwise, I want to get a Yorkshire Terrier. Colby is lovable, but he is just so big. And he doesn't realize it.
Well, it is getting late and I really should get some rest. I hope to hear from you soon ......
Have a restful evening.
Stacie
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Comment by Nicole Hemmenway on September 2, 2011 at 10:06am -
Sally, I would love to see pictures of your kitties. I have a white cat that we rescued three years ago. Since we did not know if we would be able to keep her or if she would stay with us, we only referred to her as "Kitty." Now, years later we still call her Kitty. I think animals are such healing souls. They give us love and support that is unconditional. Thinking of you!
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Comment by Sally Kay Kuperman on September 2, 2011 at 5:24am -
Stacie, thank you so much for welcoming and asking to be my friend I feel so honored that even though you were in so much pain you could think of welcoming me, a anger. I have NEVER participated in any kind of online group including facebook and twitter. I guess I never trusted those people out there. Actually I have never trusted any one ay all. But after reading some of your posts I would like to ask you to be my friend. I only have 2 in my life and I am 60 yeard old. I live alone except for my 2 kitties. I have fallen many times and had to lay there until I could get my gumption up to try to move. you are blessed to have a your companion. please hang in there I like to hear more from you. You will now be in my prayers.
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Comment by Nicole Hemmenway on August 31, 2011 at 10:46am
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Oh Stacie, feel better. Contusions are painful and they do take awhile to heal. Just rest and know we are sending healing wishes for a speedy recovery.
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