One Step at a Time - July 2017

[SKendall]

Re: One Step at a Time - July 2017

Happy Wednesday from me also.

Techie, I'm all over it.

[Glass Half Empty]

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And Happy Thursday from me!

Nora - is it really only 2 weeks until your very special 2 year date? How exciting!

[Lizann]

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Wow Nora, two years! That sure went quick and I am so happy and proud of you! You give me hope.
Hello all! Happy hump day. Thunder storming here right now and I don't hate it. Watching the ESPYs with hubby. Wishing us all a great AF night!

[NoraC]

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Hi all. Just wanted to check in. Life has been a little lifey lately. :egad:
Mom has been having it rough mentally. Tonight just was going to go home no matter what and was NOT going to sleep here. She was very upset that dad wasn't here. Sigh.......

Oh - my son babysat by himself. A 6 year old and a one month old. Only for an hour but 2 dirty diapers. :congratulatory: I think he's practicing.

[Lizann]

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Nora (((hugs))). Just wondering if you have a support group for caregivers? Something I'm thinking I might do. How did you talk mom into staying with you? Are you afraid she will leave the house. My dad is ok. Mom doesn't know how much he knows what's going on. Hubby was there yesterday and showed him pics of the baby and our nephews marine graduation. Hubby said he was quiet but did recognize his grandsons. Mom is managing. He sleeps a lot. She left him home to go food shopping, so that's good.

Super hot day on tap here today. Will go with Erin and Logan to get the shower favors and such. Taking the boys tonight to get fitted for tuxs. Hubby has a sore throat so no baby for him today. Well I should get my day started, lots to do today. Have a great AF Thursday. I love you all:heartbeat:

[NoraC]

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Happy Thursday. Thanks for being here for me. xx

[SKendall]

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Hi everyone. Nora, it seems a lot longer than 2 years into your sobriety, that's a good thing. You have put so much effort into your quit under trying circumstances, you are an inspiration.

I finally got an appt. with my spine doc. I was in the waiting room 2-1/2 hrs. w/o being able to sit or stand for more than a few minutes. Had I been called 20 minutes earlier I may have exploded but had got to the point of defeat. Apparently, the trapped nerve is now an inflamed trapped nerve. I got 3 scrips. I went to drug store to pick them up and the pain patch needed additional authorization, my muscle relaxer is no longer covered by my ins. and the Tramadol is such a low dose it makes no difference whether you take it or not. I have great hopes for this patch tomorrow.

I've always been annoyed at the skimpy slow drip of meds from him. The pain of a sacroiliac nerve is well documented. 1 x a day gives me relief for 4 hrs. He asked me what my pain dr. said. I told him HE was my pain dr! and if I needed one just mention it FFS. I am very grateful to the innovation of this surgeon. He returned to medical training in order to do the Superion implant and it has saved me healing time to have it done. However, the post op treatment has been Walmart Customer Service, sprinkled with incompetence. I asked for Phys Therapy at my first follow up appt. and was blown off. This particular nerve is CAUSED by being out of alignment.

I got a picture from my daughter at Niagara Falls. I could almost feel the cool mist on my face, I tried hard. It's 104 deg. here with 50% humidity it's like breathing through a wet flannel sheet.

Liz, you sound much more relaxed now the wedding plans are speeding up.

AG, pls check in.

Pauly, I'm off to check your thread.

Hugs and kisses to all.





















































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[NoraC]

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Hello all. Not even going to attempt to address everyone. I wish that I could be here and offer more support to everyone. I feel like I'm letting everyone down. That is my own issue to deal with. I know that you all understand. It's just my own mind game.
I think of you all often and I pop in several times a day to check. Maybe I should just say one word each time. Sort of like Kilroy was here. :rotlf: After I wrote that, I remembered that in my Dad's top dresser drawer he had a Kilroy was here figure

[NoraC]

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Thank you for all the congrats. It does feel like a long time and it feels like my normal now. I like that. But, I definitely don't take it for granted.

Goodnight all (good morning, afternoon, evening) :heartwings:

[techie]

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Congratulations on two years, Nora. You are one of several VERY exceptional people on this forum. You give back in so many ways. This thread is a sterling example of that. I would never believe you'd ever let anyone done. I especially believe that you'd love to do more. You are a giver, Nora. The important thing is to always try and do the right thing, for ourselves, and those we love and care about. You do that daily. You Nora, help to raise the vibration of all who enter your world, Steppers, et al. Keep up the wonderful work you do, and always keep the light on for those in need. I personally think you're amazing. I am so proud to call you my friend. Here is to many more successful milestones in your journey. Techie xoxo

[Mr Vervill]

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Nora, thanks for being here always, not matter how tough your personal life is.
Nora is Kilroy!
There was one person who led or participated in every combat, training or occupation operation during WWII and the Korean War. This person could always be depended on. GI's began to consider him the "super GI." He was one who always got there first or who was always there when they left. I am, of course, referring to Kilroy Was Here. Somehow, this simple graffiti captured the imagination of GI's everywhere they went. The scribbled cartoon face and words showed up everywhere - worldwide. Stories (some even true) abound. Kilroy was here.jpg

[Guitarista]

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If you need some 'me' time Nora, take it. You are not letting anyone down. We're lucky to have you here, along with this thread, so thank you! take care of yourself my friend.

How are you Pauly?

Big waves to everyone.

[NoraC]

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Fabulous Friday is here.:yay:

Thanks for the Kilroy info. Very interesting.

[Rusty]

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Good Morning!

Techie:heartbeat:

Congratulations on two years, Nora. You are one of several VERY exceptional people on this forum. You give back in so many ways. This thread is a sterling example of that. I would never believe you'd ever let anyone done. I especially believe that you'd love to do more. You are a giver, Nora. The important thing is to always try and do the right thing, for ourselves, and those we love and care about. You do that daily. You Nora, help to raise the vibration of all who enter your world, Steppers, et al. Keep up the wonderful work you do, and always keep the light on for those in need. I personally think you're amazing. I am so proud to call you my friend. Here is to many more successful milestones in your journey. Techie xoxo

I could not have said it any better. Thank you, love. :-)

Pauly-I read on your thread that you were really upset about Jon's memorial service.:hug: I am so sorry. I also read that you think MWO has become stale. Why do you say that?

Mr.V-loved your post. Fascinating!

Mr. G-I understand you are rocking while on Antabuse. So proud of you. :-)

Hellos to everyone else. I arrived safely from MN last night and I am now in Chicago.

Happy POETS' DAY!

[Rusty]

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Pauly:hug:I just saw where your dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer. So sorry!