Thirsday Thursday What's New?
Seems like a lot of people are making decisions lately. I'm seriously thinking of taking my pensions, quitting my job and filing for disability once the bankruptcy goes through. I was going to wait until the CPC closes in 2012, but now I'm considering doing it earlier. My back is hurting more and more. I'm more depressed. My insurance doesn't really cover therapy (or it does, but it's a $50 copay, which is kind of steep). I've written an email to the HR person at my old job about my pension there. I have to check with the other pension to see how much I'd get from there.
Tri****hink you're smart at not moving into your daughter's house. I know I couldn't live with my mom (don't know how my brother does it ... he's a saint). When I lived in Michigan, that was the closest I had been to my mom in years ... and that was good enough for me.
I went to the chiropractor yesterday and he gave me some relief from my back pain, but it didn't last long enough. I was feeling good enough until I got in bed, then the pain returned. This is why I think I need to quit work. I'm in constant pain. I don't know how to handle it anymore.
Well, I work again tonight. Then I'm off Friday. My friend who gave me Juliette called yesterday; she has a new kitten but I don't think I'm going to take it (although you know, I might fall in love with it). Anyway, we might get together Friday and do something. I'm getting my hair cut and colored and then maybe we'll go out. I want to go to the farmer's market in West Monroe, near where she lives.
Well, have a good day.
Trish, I don't envy you the task of deciding what to do. I moved home to Indiana to help with my ailing father and cope better with my own problems. My and my Mom's life were dedicated to and revolved around my Dad and his needs. I would not have wanted it any other way. It was tough at times on all of us, but Dad and I got really close during that time.
I know that this is in no way related to your situation. I just wanted to let you know that I understand what a big decision it is for you. Wishing you the best of everything.
I'm very happy with my day so far, Getting lots done around the house. I want a specific item from a fast food place. I'm staying away by using the 12 steps and saying "Just for today I choose to refuse to buy it." Makes me feel victorious and confident.
I have PT this afternoon. My friend is taking me. She took me on Tuesday and then we went out to lunch. It was a wonderful day full of laughter and great conversation. She was going to pick me up last night for OA meeting, but I was just too tired to go. I was able to sleep last night for 7 hours and feel much better today.
Prayers for those in the tornado zones and for all who have needs this week. Yours, Mag
Good evening OFF friends. Earlier today I posted that I was going to see my surgeon today for my 2 yr. follow-up. Well, that didn't happen because my DH got sick. I think he's got the same stomach bug I had several days ago. Can't venture too far from the toilet!! It lasted 24 hours for me. So that appt. is rescheduled. I did pick up my lab results this morning after we had more blood work for our PCP and whoa...these labs are written in Greek!! LOL....so when I visit my surgeon I have lots of questions.
Monica....thank you so much for your encouraging words to me. My worries about seeing my Dr. today were valid to me but when I "really" think about it all, you're right...I am a success and that's what I need to dwell on. Not the numbers but my day to day success. Thank you for reminding me to do that!! Your post ALWAYS enlighten me so. Keep posting for us all to read and gain such wonderful insite.
Trish...I've sat here this evening reading all of the post concerning your potential move. I thought I'd share my story, along with the rest of these who've shared.
My oldest daughter, Samantha, has Bi-Polar. Samantha's diagnosis happened at the age of 12 years old....when I knew something was wrong. Samantha is adopted. We adopted her @ the age of 6 months old. She was born with fetal alcohol syndrome and her birth Mom has bipolar as well. Needless to say, Sam had a rough start and it got worse.
Major behavior problems in school, with friendships, following rules in every phase of her life. Now she's married to a kind, caring, patient, loving man and is a Mom to 3 beautiful children. She refuses to take medicine so you can imagine how things can get. Her DH knows of her diagnosis, has learned her symptoms and braces for the in pact. I, on the other hand, can't handle it. I know this sounds like a cop out but she and I are like gasoline & fire when she's having rough days. We do MUCH better when we live 600 + miles apart. I've thought of moving back to GA, which is home and where she's living but that's as far as I get. Thinking about it. Just the thought scares the hell out of me.
Before Danny & I got married last year, she BEGGED me to come back to GA and live with them...she missed me so much. My love for her is so strong that sometimes it hurts...if you know what I mean. At times, it was tempting, just to be with my g'kids but then I remembered our past times...and there's NO way in this lifetime that can happen. Not good for her nor myself.
I totally agree with Monica, Vickie, and others who offered their advice...PRAY much before making a final decision on this.
Love you all.
Cindy
Thanks again.
Hugs,
Trish
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