Monthly Archives: August 2011

 What a difference a day makes; that’s the roller-coaster of healing from back surgery. I finally succeeded to cut my medication dose in half and I’ve been feeling so much better. No more nauseous feelings to the stomach and headaches … Continue reading →

I seriously thought that I was going to be able to avoid the depression that most people go through after a trauma such as surgery; nausea, constipation, anxiety, spasms, insomnia, set-backs, hair loss, mood swings, ups and downs, fear, etc. … Continue reading →

It is important to surround ourselves with encouraging and loving people to ease the recovery, keep your positive wisdom, and help feel better about yourself throughout the ups and downs of rehabilitation. There are different kinds of support groups to … Continue reading →

 I’m not depressed, I’m just homesick. It’s one of those things that are hard to explain; it’s a feeling of loneliness inside even when surrounded with people. Home is a place in your mind, filled with memories and emotions. The only … Continue reading →

 Set-back: “An unanticipated or sudden check in progress; a change from better to worse,” says the online dictionary. I was not anticipating a set-back at this point of the game but all things considered, it all makes sense! Set-backs normally … Continue reading →

 Wow, what an accomplishment today was for me! Two months after surgery I registered to the SkillPath Seminars “Conference for Women” thinking that at 4 months from surgery I would be back to active regular self. I am feeling pretty … Continue reading →

School started again this morning in Austin but school’s out for Larry… he’s on vacation all week! It’s nice to have my hubby home to spend some time together and he sure deserves some time off as he is very … Continue reading →

Yesterday was a great day but also a BIG day and I’ve been paying for it. I was very sore when we got home and my legs were aching. Larry and I went for a walk which helped since I’d … Continue reading →

I’m feeling great and I’m claiming my life back! Slowing down the drugs are making me more alert and wanting to have conversations; pretty much being a normal person again. I missed the last party because I wasn’t up to … Continue reading →

“Oh My God It’s Friday!” That always means a good day for me and a big weekend ahead. Somehow my Fridays are always busy and I usually feel good by the end of the week so I take advantage of … Continue reading →