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Lilac Tree

Justice4all — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 21:51:45 GMT

@LilacTree

What's new?

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LilacTree — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 15:34:59 GMT

@Justice4all wrote:
@LilacTree
What's new?

@Justice4all

SOS

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Justice4all — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 16:45:56 GMT

@LilacTree

UH OH....I'm listening

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LilacTree — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 17:28:49 GMT

@Justice4all

you deserve an answer. Suffice it to say I have a bad attitude today. I’m frustrated and tired of it all . . . I want my old life back.

thank you for asking though. You are a fine gal.

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Justice4all — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 18:23:20 GMT

@LilacTree

Won't you automatically feel better when the weather improves? It's so dreary and cold and damp!

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LilacTree — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 20:10:29 GMT

@Justice4all wrote:
@LilacTree
Won't you automatically feel better when the weather improves? It's so dreary and cold and damp!

@Justice4all

Hopefully.

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chiclets — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 00:38:17 GMT

Unfortunately we can not get our old life back, and rerunning that scenario thru our heads only makes the present condition seem worse and that puts us in a depressive state. I understand and empathize with you. I do not think there is anything weird about thinking as you do. It may be unwise but we feel and think as we do knowing we must and will go on.

You are a spirited woman. Yes, you seem to have less spirit today but deep inside you are you.

We are all so glad when you post. Just hearing from you puts a smile on our faces. We smile back at you and wish you peace, happiness, and better days.

And hey, if you want to be grouchy or whatever, go for it, it is entitlement!

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Justice4all — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 01:31:07 GMT

@LilacTree

Aren't you improving, albeit slowly?

orthopedic healing takes time

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Sage04 — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 05:57:27 GMT

@LilacTree, i¨ll take you to the Caribbean where you can relax on the beach. The warm sea water would make you a new person. There is nothing better than that. I know.

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Drythe — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:38:45 GMT

@LilacTree

You have every right to a down day once in a while, most of us have them.

Hope your spirit lifts in short order. 🌸

I was diagnosed with RA at age 17, And understand the toll it takes mentally, physically, and emotionally.

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LilacTree — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:17:37 GMT

@Justice4all wrote:
@LilacTree
Aren't you improving, albeit slowly?
orthopedic healing takes time

@Justice4all

RD-RA is a strange disease, as are most autoimmune diseases. One doesn’t get better a little at a time (or worse, for that matter) . . . Each day is diametrically different, it’s all over the place. It makes it very difficult to plan anything when you don’t have any idea how you’re going to feel when you wake up.

my main issue is exhaustion, I can deal with the pain.

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LilacTree — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:25:47 GMT

@chiclets

LOL . . . Thanks for the encouragement. I am actually a little better today.

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Justice4all — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 01:05:56 GMT

@LilacTree

I completely identify with the issue of exhaustion.

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dex — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:22:17 GMT

@LilacTree when you feel bad just try to remember the best days and have hope that there will be more of those days to come.I think positive thoughts really help healing.

is your daughter still living with you?The two of you could plan a girls day out and maybe get your hair or nails done and have a little bit of lunch somewhere.You could go wild and plan an extravagant day of your dreams that includes things you always wanted to try but never did.Even if you never get around to this outing the planning is fun.I like to buy lottery tickets and plan what I will do if I win.This gives me lots of pleasurable thoughts about how many people and animals I could help.

I hope for many more good days in your life and I am happy to see that you are well enough to post again.

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LilacTree — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:25:59 GMT

@Drythe wrote:
@LilacTree

You have every right to a down day once in a while, most of us have them.

Hope your spirit lifts in short order. 🌸

I was diagnosed with RA at age 17, And understand the toll it takes mentally, physically, and emotionally.

@Drythe

As you know then, it’s not the same as feeling sleepy, taking a nap, and then waking up refreshed. One could sleep for 12 hours and wake up just as exhausted as they were before. Although my flare of seven months has abated to a lower level of pain, the exhaustion remains.

It pains me to think you have had this since such a young age. I was at least given six decades of normal health before it hit. I am so sorry.

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LilacTree — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:37:38 GMT

@Justice4all wrote:
@LilacTree
I completely identify with the issue of exhaustion.

@Justice4all

Yes. It makes it impossible to do anything. There are times I can’t even hold my head up.

My appetite has improved and I am consuming more calories. I actually gained a pound back yesterday. I find I have to eat more of the foods that are supposed to be bad for you, like fats and carbs. Ironic, isn’t it?

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Justice4all — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:06:40 GMT

@LilacTree

Sure, too many fats and carbs are not good for you...if you're fat! Obviously, you know nutrition and are making sure to take in the necessities. Slowly, you will regain strength.

Any visits from grandchildren, or friends? We are getting into March winds, but also sunshine!

I was told that Vitamin D is dependent on Vitamin K, as in broccoli, kale, etc.

keep distracting yourself with this kind of reading...or whatever gets you excited again.

As your weight increases, your power increases.

Also, binge reading or watching what you really enjoy will help you get through this rough time.

Much love from one of the members of your cheering squad!

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LilacTree — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:21:42 GMT

@Justice4all

what an understanding post. Thank you! My goal is 125 lbs. I gained weight in the hospital and then lost it within a couple of days when I got home. It finally dawned on me that I was eating a regular diet in the hospital, so Erin started buying regular food for me and I am starting to gain. I think once I get to a more reasonable weight for my age and size, I might not be so exhausted.

Gastro doc always said it’s better for people my age to be a smidge chubby, and now I know he is right.

thanks for the cheer Justice, you’re the best.

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Justice4all — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:24:22 GMT

@LilacTree

No, you're the best!

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LilacTree — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:34:46 GMT

@chiclets

Thank you for an encouraging post. Sometimes I feel I’m going to rally and sometimes I feel the opposite.

What you you said was sweet and lovely, and reminds me that deep down I have a strong will to live. I always had that strength, I always fought back . . . Just gotta find it again!