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Well, I've been struggling the past few days. I injured some of my lower back muscles due to my own stupidity (long story) and, besides feeling the pain from that, then the muscles really rebelled and started going into spasms. Ouch! Like, I holler! And I am definitely NOT the hollering type! It is bad.
But if I behave myself and just sit still, once in proper position I am able to sit at the table or here at the computer with my ice packs around me. And I have some aspirin in me too. Praise the Lord I will FINALLY have a doctor appointment in another hour and so I am anticipating getting some additional help from her counsel.
Anyway, since I've had three days of misery I've done a lot of thinking. (Yep, there has already been some good come out of this experience!) I am in the habit of having quiet times with my Lord on a daily basis but, basically, I am an energetic "do-er" who has spent her lifetime enjoying the fun of always going to wherever the action is! I generally view life as an adventure.
This adventure is different though. Unfortunately for my husband, the past few days he has had to help me in and out of bed, in and out of chairs, up and down the steps, etc. etc. Doggone! I hate that! I am an independent soul and this is really hard! But (sigh) there's a time for everything, and right now it's time to let someone else assist me. He's a patient person. And Mrs. Usually Patient is discovering that right now it's time to just sit still and just study or pray. I'm learning...
I guess I really wrote this to sorta complain, but also to ask for your prayers on my behalf. Thanks in advance! Will update you all later. Love to my MC friends.
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| October 29, 2009 |
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| October 29, 2009 |
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I'm praying for you Barb. Bask in His goodness and tenderness. It's hard, but let your husband take care of you. You've spent alot of time taking care of him and your loved ones.
Remember... you can't take care of anyone else unless you take care of you.
Love,
Joey |
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| October 29, 2009 |
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Gaining a little bit of understanding of others in need, too, perhaps? Happened to me when I got nailed on my motorcycle and needed crutches. Hated them and realized how awful it was to always have to be on them. I do pray your pain leaves your body and that you get 'closer' to Him like never before. I mean, what else ya got to do? (Be still and know I'm here.....God) |
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| October 29, 2009 |
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lol I"m not laughing at your pain. Back issues aren't a picnic. My dad had a slipped disc and I saw how painful that was for him. I'm laughing b/c I do see how God is using this. It's humbling, isn't it? Having to get hubby's help? But humble pie may not taste good, but it's good for us! :-) So now that you have eaten it for a couple days I pray that the Lord would touch your back and restore it to perfect pain free health in Jesus' name. Ya know, when we're weak, than He's strong. I know all about the independent thing. Ya know it drove me nuts in the hospital having Josiah b/c they wouldn't let me do anything and yeah. I'm a bit like you. lol |
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| October 29, 2009 |
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| BTW your husband likely doesn't mind one iota taking care of his sweety pie! |
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| October 29, 2009 |
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| Eating crow is nasty, too. I know! |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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Praying for you Barb! |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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Back issues are among the worst pain one can experience. But then, ANY pain one experiences is the worst pain imaginable WHILE being experienced!!! Barb, sorry about your back. Our next door neighbor hates being taken care of too. She's a doer, and now the roles are reversed. Why can't she see that God clearly has a purpose for putting her in this place? Maybe to help her realize that God is the ULTIMATE DOER, and his amazing grace means accepting his doings, trusting in him rather than our own efforts? |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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| yes, eating crow. I have to do that quite frequently. lol |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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| Mike, I have a back problem, too. It's the 4th and 5th lumbar that's degenerating, basically disolving. Degenerative back disease is never going to get better. It hurts to stand, sit, or even lay. Gotta find the spot that relieves the pressure to stop the pain. So, Barb, you got company. Just not in the pity department. lol a little. |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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| Little salt and pepper, Lara.... |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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eating crow? Yep, I'd had my sgare. I know exactly what you mean by being not doing. Sorta existing but not living...... |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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UPDATE: I saw the doc yesterday and what she did, said, and recommended to me was all very helpful. Today I still have trouble moving but PTL the muscle spasms/cramping stuff is gone. I still need help with many things but I am so thankful that there is "hope" for this pain going away eventually.
Now I need additional prayer though because something else (unrelated to the injury) has come up and I am struggling with anger this afternoon. I am normally able to give others the benefit of the doubt; I never hold grudges, have no trouble forgiving others etc. etc. Long story short, just pray for me to continue to leave a certain situation in the Lord's hands and in His perfect timing. I keep trying to take the problem back into my own hands, and that's not where this situation belongs! :-) Thanks! |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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| Oh, Barb! I just wrote a comment on the 'Comfort' blog you will find amazing, at least maybe on time. :o) |
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| October 30, 2009 |
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I just responded on your "Comfort blog" but will also say it here. The thing I need additional prayer for is, once again, back in God's hands. Let's hope I can leave it there this time. At least the anger is gone now. I don't experience that very much but when I do I sure don't like it. :-( I sure agree that God's Word and His promises are the answer to all the annoying stuff we all need to deal with on an almost daily basis! Thanks! :-)
Now I'm going to put on my back brace and go hit the hay... Tonight I feel so much better, both physically and spiritually! :-) |
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| October 31, 2009 |
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| I will pray, sis! I love your transparency! |
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