As most
of you already know, the last few weeks I have been plagued by pinched nerve in
my neck. Last Friday I went to the physical therapist because the pain in my
arm was getting worse every day. After doing some tests he was quite certain it
was a neck hernia. So now I have wait for an appointment with a neurologist.
This pain prevents me from typing (M is typing this for me) writing, photographing,
painting, knitting etc. M is also doing our daily chores. Although this is a
difficult situation, I also see this as an opportunity to try to become more flexible.
I’m grateful M is helping out this much, but it also hard for me to let go of
the control and my need to do everything myself. Please know I’m reading and
enjoying everyone’s blogs, but for now I’m not able to comment.
I wish
you all well and I hope to be back soon.
Hugs
Ellen
An injury can be good for reigning in the 'me'. Life goes right on without us
ReplyDeletebe well my friend.
Good to hear from you. Sharyn is absolutely right, sometimes Life gives us a seemingly set back for unbeknownst reasons. Maybe keeping you at home is a saving grace, keeping you from being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Thank goodness you have your daughter there to help.
ReplyDeleteDon't focus on the "shoulds" - just work on feeling better. Please ask the neurologist about a prescription called Neurontin (gabapentin); my husband has been taking it for almost a month now, and he has much less pain now than he has in many years. It's not a pain killer but for nerve type damage.
ReplyDeleteHoping you are feeling much better soon Ellen and that you get some relief. I'll say some prayers for you <3
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel better soon! Even though it is strange being unable to do things yourself, it is wonderful you have so much loving help.
ReplyDeleteHope you're feeling better soon Ellen!!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you good help from the doctors, and a speedy recovery! You could also consider hypnotherapy for pain relief. It's been used in operations for several hundred years (more, if you consider shamanic-type healing). No side effects, either :)
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteI hope your recovery goes smoothly, Ellen.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a smooth and quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteSending happy and loving thoughts and wishes your way, dear Ellen!!!!!!! May you feel better quickly, we will miss you!
ReplyDeleteJust letting you know I'm keeping you in the pocket of my heart
ReplyDeleteHello there sorry I am late commenting (a mad week at work) I miss your wonderful posts and I hope you feel better soon. :)
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