I started to post this in comments, but I wanted to make sure that everyone would see it.
Ya’ll are my family. Every single one of you. The emails, the comments, the phone calls… It’s been overwhelming. I mean seriously, it’s me. I got more phone calls and emails from ya’ll than my own loved ones and biological family.
Five days ago I wasn’t able to roll over in bed on my own, let alone get to my feet without assistance. I was in tears every time I needed to move from one position to another. I had never been in so much pain. It scared me, but it scared my little ones even more. They’re not used to seeing Mom cry out. Hell, they’re not used to seeing me cry at all.
Three days ago I couldn’t walk without a very pronounced limp. I went from crying to gorked-out-on-dilaudid. I have recall very little from Saturday night until Monday evening. So if I talked to you on the phone or on the computer while I was in the hospital and I said something even more ridiculous than normal, my apologies. If I proposed marriage or made any lewd comments, my deepest apologies. (I think?!?)
Yesterday I felt marginally better, but still couldn’t stand up straight (let alone walk like that), I was a sight for sore eyes, believe me.
I really thought (based on my last bout of sciatica, which lasted three months and wasn’t nearly as painful) that this flare up was going to last well into the Holiday season. Something that depressed the hell out of me.
I’m happy to tell you that today I’m walking upright, in moderate pain still, but nothing that requires narcotics. (I can also roll over in bed on my own without crying, thankyouverymuch!) I can can go from supine to sitting, or sitting to standing without assistance (or tears!). My left knee and ankle still hurt like hell, but it’s more of a dull constant pain with a bit of a burning sensation than the sharp stabbing pain that I was experiencing just a few days ago.
I’m healed, folks… As far as I’m concerned.
Thank you, once again for the positive thoughts and prayers you sent my way. Looks like someone was listening and took pity on my gimpy ass.
Honey I have been there, I feel for ya.
not fun, get better
x (thats a hug)
fd
{{{ HUGS }}}
Sending tea, chocolate and healing vibes. Take good care of yourself!
Karen
Glad to hear you’re feeling better. Had me worried there for a bit. Y’know.
Yay! So glad for you.
And speaking of proposals and/or lewd comments?
YES!
yay, glad you’re feeling better :o)
take it slow…let the healing continue!
Thank God! I’m so very happy to hear you are on the mend! Hugs to you!!!
Hooray!!
I’m so glad. :)
Yay! I’m glad you’re in less pain and that you’re feeling better. I called you yesterday afternoon, but you weren’t around. I’ll try and catch up with you again today….
As for the ‘it’s just me’ comment…..you being you is the reason so many of us called and emailed. Whether you believe it or not, you are an incredible person and very loved by lots of folks, myself included.
*Raises cup of coffee* here’s to feeling better and being in less pain. Cheers!
you goob! Like we could ever forget you! :)
Glad you’re OK Epi. Make sure you take things easy for a while though
:-)
FD and Karen, Thank you so much… And Karen, I’m ready to take you up on the chocolate :)
Neo, I’m sorry dear… I promise to find you today. It’s been kinda rough lately.
RevMedic, You kill me…. :)
Chapati, I’m taking it very slow, believe me. I wont even pick up my daughter right now, and that’s torturing me.
Evil Transport Lady and Nikki, Thank you Ladies!!!
Oh Ninja, Girl, you always know what to say.. I wish I had that in me. Thank you, as always. I will be home all day today, call whenever, or I’ll call you. And I had a damn dream about being on a beach in hawaii, btw.
40Lizard, You have been uber patient with me lately. I love ya girl, thanks so much.
Chris, thank you hon… I’m taking it very easy. VERY easy. Taking zero risks right now.
GLAD TO HEAR IT! JS
Awww, man. I took that marriage proposal seriously. I did. It was the best one I’ve had, well, ever… Crap.
I’m glad you’re feeling better. Take care of yourself.
Strong work girlfriend. Here’s to moving forward on your recovery!
Hi Epi,
I’m late to the ballgame as usual but better late than never, right?
I’m so sorry to hear about your back. I can’t imagine being in that much pain and still trying to go about your daily job of being a mom…not to mention your other many responsibilites. I do hope that you are feeling better and taking the good drugs when you have down time. My best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Thanks also for your input on my last post. I just want to hit my head on the desk when it comes to this topic. I’m glad that there are others out there who understand.