Sunday, July 10, 2011

I'm Back:)




I have been absent for awhile. I had some health problems that kept me from doing all the activities that I love. About three months ago I noticed a burning in my leg. It happened every once in a while. I also had some back pain. For me this is a common occurance. I started having more burning and pain and soon I could not walk for more that a few feet before the pain was so intense and I was sweating. My usual brisk gait was reduced to a snail's crawl. I went to PT and was told I had sciatica. I started going to a chiropractor and soon was at the Dr.'s office most everyday of the week. I could no longer sit or stand. Soon I could not even take a shower without being in such extreme pain. Childbirth pales in comparison. I was given injections, epidurals and still my once full, busy world was clouded by the constant chronic pain that limited my activities. I was bedridden. I met with a surgeon and told I needed a discectomy. By this time I had lost all reflex in my right leg and had severe nubness and muscle cramping. On May 16th I had the surgery. I was told that 90% of my disc had herniated and was pressing on my sciatic nerve. The intense pain is better. I have been able to slowly resume a life approaching normal. I am having some hope again for the future. Some of the nerve damage I suffered maybe permanent. I am wearing a back brace and going to PT. I am going to resume my DT duties. I am so grateful for MelJen's and The DigiBells for being so understanding during the time I could not post and create. I have learned to be grateful for all I can do. I am hopeful that I can return to dog agility and all my exercising that I engaged in prior to my injury. I am learning to let the little things go and to be grateful for small things, like walking and going outside, sitting, creating, small chores around the house. I am eternally grateful to my family for all their love and support. I could not have made it throught the three months of intense pain and limitations without them. Their love gave me hope when things looked most bleak. Today, I pick up my Copics again and start. My goal is to be more appriciative of what I have and let all the little aggravations go. In the long run they don't mean a thing.

12 comments:

  1. Lisa, I'm sorry to hear that you've been having such horrible pain in your life. I'm so glad that things are improving and you're feeling so much better. I've missed seeing your gorgeous work so welcome back!

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  2. Hi Lisa- I am so sorry to hear that you are going through all of this. I am glad to hear that things are starting to get a bit better. You'll be in my prayers, sweetie. We've missed your beautiful creations! :)

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  3. Sending prayers and hugs your way, Lisa. So glad that you are on the road to recovery.

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  4. HI Lisa - I am so glad to hear that you are recovering so well! I have missed you and your creations very much over the past few months and am excited to see your gorgeous coloring again! It is also so nice to see your wonderful photo up there with that amazing smile! Welcome back, my friend! Remember to not push too hard, and always enjoy the little things!
    Hugs to you!
    Dee

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  5. Lisa - so glad to hear you're back on the road to recovery! Can't wait to see more of your beautiful work :)
    Doris

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  6. Wow! That is quite a story. So glad that you are on the road to recovery! I hate to bring this up at this time but I am still waiting to hear from Judy Law regarding the refund for the Advanced Copic class at Simply Scrapping. Do you know how to get a hold of her? I am quite disappointed with the lack of response from them. I understand that they are also going through a difficult time but that class was paid for in April and never happened. I do think that a refund and a response are in order. Let me know on this and look forward to seeing your fabulous work.

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  7. Oh dear Lisa~~I am so sorry to read this :( I know we don't know each other very well yet but I hope this is relief forever for you. Chronic pain is soooo very difficult in life. My love and prayers are with you for a life of fun and pleasure or as we see it --alittle normalcy :)
    Glad to hear you started coloring~~therapy of course!!!
    Hope today is a good day for you!!!
    Hugz and blessings

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  8. OMG .. so sorry to hear about you health issues.. take care my friend..
    I have a blog award for you.. be sure to pick it up.. http://beeceecreativity.blogspot.com/2011/07/blog-award.html
    Think of you often and wish we lived closer.. hugs Bev

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  9. What great support. I'm actually tearing up. Welcome back, Lisa. I know you've missed this outlet for your amazing creativity. Very glad to hear you are doing better and to see this communities support of your continued progress. You are awesome, girl!

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  10. Oh my you have been through a lot. I hope you can start creating again as you heal. I love your work and guidance. Hugs, Mary M

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  11. Dear Lisa, I was so sad to read of all the pain you have suffered and wish you a very fast recovery. Yes, it is better to let the little irritants go and enjoy what life has to offer. Sometimes we get so caught up in the BS that we let good friends slide by without realizing it. You have always been my friend and always will be in my heart. Love and miss you and wish and pray good health and pain free returns. Hugz, x0x0x Colleen

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  12. Lisa, I am so sorry I am just reading this and leaving a comment. I a sorry you are having these health issues and am glad you are making some improvements. I know from scrolling through your blog that you are back to coloring as beautifully as always.

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