Re: Been quiet for a few

October 10, 2008

Oh Tawny:

I am sorry you are in so much pain. Here's wishing you better days.

--

Dodge

Let me deal with honor. Let me act with courage. Let me achieve humility.

Read my blog at:

http://jumpthis.wordpress.com

---- tdianaok <tdianaok@...> wrote:

=============

Hi,

I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of pain,

and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights ago,

I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I know

it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure its

time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to be

hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my thoughts

and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

October 10, 2008

Thanks Dodge, your the best. I hope your doing better, and the family

too. Tawny

>

> Oh Tawny:

>

> I am sorry you are in so much pain. Here's wishing you better days.

>

> --

> Dodge

>

> Let me deal with honor. Let me act with courage. Let me achieve

humility.

>

> Read my blog at:

> http://jumpthis.wordpress.com

>

October 10, 2008

Hi Tawny:

So sorry to hear you are in so much pain. I agree with you, it makes us

depressed with so much to deal with all the time.

I think an elec.wheelchair or scooter would be a big help to you. We

all hate to give in, but there are times we just have to do whatever we

can to help us have a better quality life. I hope your dr. can give you

some meds to help with your depression. You have a full plate right

now.

I hope you will feel better soon, and I pray you will be pain free. I

care.

Hugs,

Barbara

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure

its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to

be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 10, 2008

Hi Barbara,

Thanks so much, I appreciate your message. Its very hard each day, and

I try to be as positive I can be, it don't work all the time,lol

I'm glad your able to post again. You have been through quite a lot

yourself, and I'm glad your feeling better.

You just take care of yourself, and know I enjoy hearing from you, T

> >

October 10, 2008

Thanks Tawny, and feel better soon.

Hugs,

Barbara

> > >

>

October 10, 2008

Tawny,

I am so sorry that you are in horrible pain. I can understand the

depression though. I am not there but losing your mobility to pain

would certainly do it. If using and electric chair or scooter takes

some of the pain off of your body, then it is a good thing.

I have missed you not posting and was very concerned about you.

Honey, I am praying for you to get some relief.

Shirley

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of

nights ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm

thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts

this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going

to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 10, 2008

Sorry you're feeling so bad, Tawny.

Is there any way you can go in early than December?

Not an MD

On Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 1:56 PM, tdianaok <tdianaok@...> wrote:

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

October 10, 2008

Tawney and Group;

Tawney I am so sorrow sweetheart... I knew something was wrong I

hadn't seeen you post for a while... I know how you feel I was

there.. Hon I am sure there is a cocktail right for you.. I took so

many and finally Humira is helping me.. I was having trouble walking

getting out of bed.. like you I am sure..

I don't know how long it will help me I am praying for it to help for

years with out side effects.... I read post here before where

someone even had remission with their RA... Don't lose faith hon.. I

did for a while till I talked to you guys in the support group...

I still have a hard time getting around because of congestive heart

failure but at least the humira is working where it is not painful...

I know that I can do it.. I know the pain is agony and I know it

seems hopeless but tawney you know there is a lot of diff meds or

biologics you can take.. I feel so bad for you TAwney.. I hope and

pray you find relief or the right cocktail..

Depression makes it feel worse Tawney... I had depression and I went

to our local mental health for help.. before I had medical

insurance.. they had me sign up and told me don't worry about payment

let us help you with this depression.. Maybe you can do that to if

you don't have insurance...

I have a evaluation forms to fill out.. I hate them things... For my

SSD... I will fill them out tomorrow its bed time right now.. I

wanted to read some of my post before going to bed... Take care and

God bless,,,,, you are in my Prayers..

gentle hugs

Clora

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm

thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going

to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 11, 2008

Hi Clora,

Glad your feeling better. Its great you found a med that works for you.

You are right, we can't give up. I am still waiting on a cure.

I've been on anti-depressants most of my life. I've had a lot of

terrible things happen to me in my life, and it still haunts me. I can

let it go for awhile, and then it comes back. Then of course, all the

health problems weighs heavy too.

Do you take meds with congestive heart failure? I'm glad you have good

doctors. I see the pulmonary doctor Nov 3rd, and kind of nervous about

it. I believe that is one reason why I feel so bad.

Well, I better close. Just wanted to answer your post. I hope you have

a nice weekend. Take care, Tawny

>

> Tawney and Group;

>

> Tawney I am so sorrow sweetheart... I knew something was wrong I

> hadn't seeen you post for a while... I know how you feel I was

> there.. Hon I am sure there is a cocktail right for you.. I took so

> many and finally Humira is helping me.. I was having trouble walking

> getting out of bed.. like you I am sure..

>

> I don't know how long it will help me I am praying for it to help for

> years with out side effects.... I read post here before where

> someone even had remission with their RA... Don't lose faith hon.. I

> did for a while till I talked to you guys in the support group...

>

> I still have a hard time getting around because of congestive heart

> failure but at least the humira is working where it is not painful...

> I know that I can do it.. I know the pain is agony and I know it

> seems hopeless but tawney you know there is a lot of diff meds or

> biologics you can take.. I feel so bad for you TAwney.. I hope and

> pray you find relief or the right cocktail..

>

> Depression makes it feel worse Tawney... I had depression and I went

> to our local mental health for help.. before I had medical

> insurance.. they had me sign up and told me don't worry about payment

> let us help you with this depression.. Maybe you can do that to if

> you don't have insurance...

>

> I have a evaluation forms to fill out.. I hate them things... For my

> SSD... I will fill them out tomorrow its bed time right now.. I

> wanted to read some of my post before going to bed... Take care and

> God bless,,,,, you are in my Prayers..

>

> gentle hugs

> Clora

> >

October 12, 2008

Aww.. Tawny - I'm so sorry you're having such troubles. You've been

so much help to us here that your absence is immediately noticed. I

know the depression you speak of and it too can be debilitating.

Don't ignore it for too long. There could be a real reason that you

are experiencing it now. A year ago, before they diagnosed my

hypothyroidism is was in the worst depression of my life and

constantly harbored dark thoughts. Make sure you mention this to your

Rheumy.

I pray that you feel better soon and come back to the forum so we can

again read the support and encouragement you selflessly offer.

My prayers are with you. Hang in the Tawny. This too shall pass and

you will be in my prayers.

Bob

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 12, 2008

Tawny,

How long have you had RA, and what is the med you are on, I am just curious and

a newly diagnosed.

I get that way alot, specially if I do too much

Blessings and comfort to you

Kathy Michigan

[ ] Re: Been quiet for a few

Aww.. Tawny - I'm so sorry you're having such troubles. You've been

so much help to us here that your absence is immediately noticed. I

know the depression you speak of and it too can be debilitating.

Don't ignore it for too long. There could be a real reason that you

are experiencing it now. A year ago, before they diagnosed my

hypothyroidism is was in the worst depression of my life and

constantly harbored dark thoughts. Make sure you mention this to your

Rheumy.

I pray that you feel better soon and come back to the forum so we can

again read the support and encouragement you selflessly offer.

My prayers are with you. Hang in the Tawny. This too shall pass and

you will be in my prayers.

Bob

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 13, 2008

Hi Tawny - good to see you posting. Hang in there, honey. God will see

you through this. Don't wait until December to talk to your GP about

the depression - call them today and see if they can call you in

something over the phone. Tooling around the house in a computer chair

is a wonderful idea, too! Keep us posted.........Doreen

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

> pain,and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble

> walking,gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple

> of nights ago, I had to use my computer chair to get around the

> house. I'm thinking very seriously about getting an electric

> wheelchair or scooter. I know it would help me, and make life a

> little easier. It just hurts this strong woman, I'm not so strong

> anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

> sure its time to talk to the doctor about something for my

> depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going

> to be hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

> thoughts and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 13, 2008

Tawny, you don't know how many lives you have touched in this group,

with your welcoming spirit and loving words. Please know that I am

praying you through this. Hang in there, sweet girl. I am so sorry

that you're in pain,both physical and emotional. Wish I was there

with a half gallon of Bluebell and two spoons. And if that doesn't

work, there are always, always Hershey bars.

Love you bunches.

Jane

>

> Hi,

>

> I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

pain,

> and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

ago,

> I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm

thinking

> very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

know

> it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

>

> I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

sure its

> time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

>

> I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going

to be

> hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

thoughts

> and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

>

October 14, 2008

Thanks Bob for your kind words. We all need to hear were needed

sometimes. I've been having a rough time lately. I see my rheumy in

Nov, so I will talk with her. My GP is very busy right now, and I can't

get in until Dec, so quite a wait. I'm trying to hang in there, not so

easy at times.

I've been crying quite a bit, which is totally not me. But, I know the

warning signs, been through it quite a few times. Life just really

sucks sometimes, but we all go through it in our life time.

How are you feeling? I hope your doing a little better. I know your

appointment is right around the corner. Your doctor will get you going

again, its just the waiting that is crazy.

I started on Prednisone tonight, of all times to take it. I've been

busy all day, and didn't want to take it on a empty tummy. I take 10mg

every other day, and hope it kicks in for family day. Were all suppose

to go to the amusement park Sunday. I bought five tickets, now my hubby

will be gone that day. My daughter's fiance' is sick with a stomach

virus, so not looking good right now. I will still take my 14yr old,

but I'm not riding any rides, can you imagine?

I am really glad you joined this group. You are such a thoughtful man,

and try to help us all through rough times. Your amazing still working,

and trying your hardest to win this fight. We have to do something,

can't just sit around wondering what if. We take the bull by the horns,

and ride. LOL, I use to be a barrel racer in my day, can you believe

it? Now, I would need someone to throw me up on the horse,lol

Take care, and sorry for writing so much, Tawny

> >

> > Hi,

> >

> > I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

pain,

> > and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> > gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

ago,

> > I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> > very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

know

> > it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> > strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

> >

> > I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> > which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure

its

> > time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

> >

> > I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to

be

> > hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

thoughts

> > and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

> >

>

October 14, 2008

Kathy,

I was diagnosed in 02, but my rheumy thinks I've had the disease for

years. I started hurting in my 20's, so its been with me for about

25yrs. Thanks for the post, I appreciate you. Tawny

>

> Tawny,

> How long have you had RA, and what is the med you are on, I am just

curious and a newly diagnosed.

> I get that way alot, specially if I do too much

> Blessings and comfort to you

> Kathy Michigan

> ----- Original Message -----

October 14, 2008

Mimi,

Hey, the PC chair works great!!! Not that fashionable, but who cares,

right? I was outside, and my pups was flippin' out, they didn't know

what to think.

My GP doctor usually don't prescribe me any new meds, unless I come in.

My rheumy appointment is Nov, will try to wait. I have some extra

Prozac, but by the time it starts working, it will be time for my

appointment. I want to try something new. The Prozac just stopped

working for me.

My hubby left out for a short while, so I thought I would catch up. I

sure miss everyone, when I'm off for a few days. Thanks for all your

support girl, your such a good friend. Tawny

>

> Hi Tawny - good to see you posting. Hang in there, honey. God will see

> you through this. Don't wait until December to talk to your GP about

> the depression - call them today and see if they can call you in

> something over the phone. Tooling around the house in a computer chair

> is a wonderful idea, too! Keep us posted.........Doreen

>

October 14, 2008

Thanks Jane,

You are a very special friend, and you always know what to say. When I

feel bad, my friends know how to help me. The bluebell sounds great too

me, and of course my friend beside me.

How are you feeling? I hope your doing better, I know you've had a time

yourself. Take care of yourself, and know I'm here for you always,

Tawny

> >

> > Hi,

> >

> > I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

> pain,

> > and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> > gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

> ago,

> > I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm

> thinking

> > very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

> know

> > it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> > strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

> >

> > I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> > which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

> sure its

> > time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

> >

> > I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going

> to be

> > hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

> thoughts

> > and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

> >

>

October 15, 2008

> > >

> > > Hi,

> > >

> > > I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

> > pain,

> > > and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> > > gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of

nights

> > ago,

> > > I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm

> > thinking

> > > very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter.

I

> > know

> > > it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts

this

> > > strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

> > >

> > > I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me

depressed,

> > > which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I

> > sure its

> > > time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

> > >

> > > I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its

going

> > to be

> > > hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

> > thoughts

> > > and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

> > >

> >

>

October 15, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JANE!!!!

Hey birthday girl!!!

I hope your able to catch a nap today, you so deserve it girl. You have

some great kids, and you have a lot of family who love you. Your very

lucky. That's so sweet your grandbabies singing to you. How is Chas

doing?

Have you talked to your doctor about your insomnia? Do you think a

sleep aid might help you? I have Ambien, but when hubby is gone, I

don't like taking it. I don't sleep very much, and it doesn't help with

RA and Fibro.

Oh yeah, the cold front is here. Its about 60, and I'm already

freezing. I am wrapped up today, I'm a very cold nature person. I know

all the people up north are laughing at me. I would never make it, but

I've always wanted to live in Montana. Can you see that? I would be

hibernating most of the time,lol

You have a great day, Jane. Enjoy your b-day, and eat a piece of cake

for me. I will keep you in my prayers, Tawny

> >Tawny, I've been battling insomnia, and actually got to sleep at

> 10:30 last night. However, Chas texted me at 12:01 this morning to

> wish me a happy birthday, then her best friend texted me 10 minutes

> later! I got back to sleep about 3 or so and had to get up at 5:30!

> Then two of my grandbabies called and sang happy birthday to me

> before they had to get on the school bus. It was just precious.

> I am so blessed to have family that love me,it's worth a sleepless

> night here or there. I hope that you are having better days, we have

> a cold front moving in down here so I imagine you're already dealing

> with it. Stay warm and know that good thoughts and gentle hugs are

> going your way. And this old gal in Texas is praying for you.

> Jane

> >

> > Thanks Jane,

> >

October 15, 2008

Thanks for your words as well. I know about the crying part too.

I've caught myself more than once tearing up for one thing or another.

I know this is having an effect on me and for me soemtimes trying to

help someone else with their issue helps me get out of my own pain and

troubles.

I used to know a guy who's life slogan was " Life sucks, then you die " .

I never want to get like that. There's too much to live for. If

somehow I can turn my pain around a little pit to help someone else,

then I feel at least it's come to some good.

Not always easy, for sure. When I had that Prednisone bounce a week

ago I felt like I was hitting bottom. It dashed my hope that I would

easily wean off the Pred. and a low dose of MTX maybe was all I needed

to get by. Reality again smacked me in the face and reminded me I

wasn't in charge. I know God has a plan for all of us and there's a

reason why some of us have to take the rough road. I've been trying

to make it my mission in life to stay open to understanding his plan,

and who knows? Maybe it was to bring me here to meet all you great

people.

Thanks again for being there.

Bob

> > >

> > > Hi,

> > >

> > > I hope everyone is having a good day. I've been having a lot of

> pain,

> > > and each day it gets harder for me. I'm having trouble walking,

> > > gettting up off the couch and bed. I was so bad a couple of nights

> ago,

> > > I had to use my computer chair to get around the house. I'm thinking

> > > very seriously about getting an electric wheelchair or scooter. I

> know

> > > it would help me, and make life a little easier. It just hurts this

> > > strong woman, I'm not so strong anymore.

> > >

> > > I am so emotionally drained. This disease just makes me depressed,

> > > which I know is normal with this stuff. I see my GP doc Dec, I sure

> its

> > > time to talk to the doctor about something for my depression.

> > >

> > > I will try to catch up on all the messages I've missed. Its going to

> be

> > > hard, so if I miss a few, sorry. Just know you all are in my

> thoughts

> > > and prayers, and sending good vibes to all. Tawny

> > >

> >

>

October 15, 2008

Happy birthday, Jane!

Not an MD

On Wed, Oct 15, 2008 at 9:10 AM, JANE <janeatregis@...> wrote:

>

>>Tawny, I've been battling insomnia, and actually got to sleep at