The Pain Shall Not Be Victorious

Friday, April 20, 2012

In my last blog, I mentioned that I fell a few times recently. The pain was so overwhelming that yesterday I went to see my doctor. He examined me in the office and sent me to the hospital to get stat x-rays. He gave me medication to alleviate the swelling and pain. I slept pretty good after taking the medicine. I am now using a cane to assist me in my walking. He (doctor) told me not to let my pride cause me more pain.

It is such a beautiful day outside, but here I am cooped inside looking out the window longingly. I can't stand or walk more than a few steps at a time. The pain is on my total left side from thigh to toe. I'm now back in bed. If I have to do upper body exercises I will get my thirty minutes of exercise in today. The pain shall not be victorious over me today.

  

Fallen But Faithful

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

I fell three times last week. The first time the chair at work kept moving and I hit the floor hard. My bottom and my neck was hurting by the end of the night. I thought I fully recovered after a day of rest. However, the next day I fell again. It was more like a trip and I wasn't hurt at all. The last time I was working in my backyard and made a misguided step and flipped and landed on my hands and knees. This really hurt bad. I did not go to the doctor at any time. Yes, I did what I often accuse the nurses at work of doing. I decided it did not warrant an er visit. I took some pain meds and went into work. I am working despite the pain. It will get better and I will be okay.

In the past, I would not have continued to do my daily walks and would have attempted to stay off my feet. However, this time I decided to get different results I must change my past methods. That is why I am going to force myself to walk and keep moving through this pain.

I went grocery shopping today and I did very well. I bought fresh vegetables and fruit. I bought chicken. I stocked up on my water. Overall, I did an excellent job. I am very proud of myself in my grocery selections.

  

Feeling Nutty

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

I may have gave up soda, but I have consumed too much sodium. This past weekend I mindlessly ate a bag of pistachios. I started off fine. I ate 15 nuts and walked away. I somehow returned to the pretty covered dish I put them in over and over again and during the course of the weekend I polished off the bag. I am now paying for it. My legs are swollen, achy and my body is bloated and hurting. I had completely too much salt. I am paying dearly. I am purging my body with good old-fashioned water. It will take a few days, but I will survive. I am paying with every step I take.

  

A Dozen Days Done

Thursday, April 12, 2012

It has not been easy, but I have given up soda for the last twelve days. I am super proud of myself!

  

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8 Days and Counting

Sunday, April 08, 2012

I have survived eight days of no soda and/or carbonated beverages. The next thing I give up will be candy. I never realized how much candy I eat. I don't eat chocolate, but I do indulge in the sugary, chewy, tart, sour stuff. I don't like anything "Gummi" (bears, worms, etc.). I love now and laters, fruity tootsie rolls, starbursts, skittles, hot tamales, puffy peppermint pillows, sweet tarts, omg. the list can go on and on. I design candy buffets as a side gig so I am familiar with all kinds of candy. I think I will give up candy beginning May 1st. For now, I am just happy to have given up the soda pop!!! Eight days and counting.

  

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DTMMLF 4/10/2012 1:07AM

Oprah used to say..."Say No To the White Powder". She meant sugar as well as flour. Good advice in either case. When I finally got processed sugar out of my diet, I was amazed how much sweeter things like strawberries, apples, yams, and carrots became. I love raw fruit and veggies now, though I am careful to track it on my Nutrition Tracker. Cause things like mangoes...are the sugar OD! But getting off of soda is big step! Be Well. Report Inappropriate Comment

RANDOM00B 4/8/2012 7:12PM

Yay, on saying bye, bye to soda. Candy/sugar will not be fun. If my experience is anything to go by, you may hate yourself for about 5 days due to cravings, but after that, it's wonderful! Report Inappropriate Comment