Tina, Congratulations! You'll make a good mod. And Lindaloo - guess I never knew you left because I've not been around much. I knew of your health issues, so hopefully this means that's been resolved...
Hi, Heather, I use them periodically. Have one on my lower back now. I find I have to be careful to put it on without any wrinkles as mine's around the waistband area, too. It's tricky because I live...
Hi, Chartreux, I just stopped in briefly and had to read your post. I'm so sorry for what's happening with your eyes. That must be very scary, among many things. Won't make this long but I wondered...
Hi, again! I found the link to the video presentation I watched recently on chronic pain by a doctor who treats pain, and I think he explains what I was trying to say in a way the average person can...
Hi, WhiteBeard! I'm glad you didn't move to Florida, too! This sure will help all the forum members who do live there like Pete and Lindaloo, to understand what caused the mess they have to deal...
Hi, Fireflyhillary, I think you've been given some good responses, so what I'm about to add isn't meant to disagree with any of them, just add a perspective that might relate to what your husband may...
Hi, Kathy, I gave them my name and phone number, too, but haven't heard anything. I bet they were flooded with e-mails! Thanks for adding your thoughts! PaLady...
Hi, I'm back to post the link to Part 2 of the series in the Huffington Post exposing all the incorrect information that's been used to scare so many people, agencies, etc. This article is a lot of...
Hi, Retired Mom, Just wanted to say hello! I've not been following your transition, but I'm for anything that makes you feel better! I wondered if you had ever tried using a guided imagery CD to help...
Hi, Cognito I agree - perverse! And Part 2 of the series goes into even more detail (I'll start a new thread with that link soon), with a focus on what's happened in Florida, but also how that...
Hi, I'm bumping this post up because later I'm going to post the link to part 2 of the series, and I thought anyone who didn't see it the first time might want to read the first part. BTW I didn't...
Hi, Chartreux! I stopped in briefly and was drawn right to your post. Right off the bat I thought who better deserves a heart bracelet than you??? That's a no brainer! Your heart is always so big and...
Hi, Dakotah, Welcome to the chronic pain forum. I can definitely answer your question with a "yes", although it might depend on what type of pelvic pain you're talking about. Nerve pain can be...
Hi, old friends! White Beard, Chartreux, Jag, & Reitred Mom - thanks for remembering me! (SE, you, too, & thanks for making the link "hot".) I keep thinking I should write an update, then I think...
Hi, everyone, Most of you don't know me, as I've not posted for a long time, but I read one of the best pieces of investigative journalism related to chronic pain and the difficulties we have finding...
Hi, Lorretta and Chartreux, Thanks for asking about me. I don't want to hijack Draka's thread. Will try to post a brief update soon. Hugs to all of you! PaLady...
Hi, Cogito, I had a discogram prior to my L4-S1 fusion surgery (which failed, BTW, to help my pain). Chartreux makes a good point when she says it's a controversial test. I have never heard it...
Hi, It's been a long time since I posted, but I wanted to come mention Dr. Oz's show and saw Draka had already taken care of that. I have to say, though, I'm with Chartreux (hi, Chart!). Although I...
Linda, I'm so glad to read about your improvements in many areas. I haven't been around regularly, so didn't know how you were doing until now. It's great your cancer treatment is in your rear view...
Hi, Sandi, I've been meaning to read your thread for a several days, and tonight finally did. I am so sorry for all you are facing, and certainly understand the reluctance you've had to proceed with...
Peter, Thanks for the clarification! Tiz, I hope if you see this, you reconsider your decision and return! PaLady...
Hi, White Beard, I'm glad to read your update, too, but wow they sure keep you busy at that class! You must be exhausted when you get home, especially with all the driving (and the gas $$ - ouch!). I...
Since I was one of the absentees for a long time, guess I can't complain, but it is unusual for White Beard to not answer an e-mail (at least when I've e-mailed him, but I haven't done much e-mailing...
Flower, I'm so glad you posted here! That last post from you made me want to say "Bingo"! You said what I was trying to say, only better. The fact you even referred to Frances as "Tiz" means most...
Tina, Now that you explain it, I do understand where you're coming from. I just thought she would have come around to doing that (clarifying her past name so I'd know - which she did) if given a...
Thanks, Tina. And let me just say I don't know how you do it!!!!! You must have some superwoman genes in you! :-) PaLady...
Sigh.... I have to say some of what happened here is one of the reasons I stopped reading and posting. Honestly, I don't see any disagreement among any of us. The admin will decide if a rule was...
Tina, Since I've been absent I just want to congratulate you on the birth of your twin girls. I remember when you first became pregnant, but then most of the past year I've done very little reading...
Just to clarify - I personally did not feel deceived, as I've not been active on the forum consistently for the past several months. I figured I missed it when Tirzah changed her screen name, as...
Tirzah, I'm so sorry my question about your name seems to have opened up a can of worms. I had no idea someone would do a search; I certainly didn't. I was only trying to get clarification, and I...
Tirzah, Did you change your HW screenname? I've not been around much, and I see everyone is calling you Frances, so I'm wondering if you were Frances2008? If so, I definitely remember. Re: the...
Hi, Lucy, I just had to say your words touched my heart. Thanks so much, although I'm still not committing to being around as much as I used to be, so please don't take it personally if I don't...
Hi, Tirzah, I'm not around as much as I used to be on the forum, so I don't think we've "met", but before I was forced into not working I worked in a professional capacity with both mental health and...
Hi, BigLucy, Seems like good synchronicity when I pop in from time to time and find a new post from you, although I can see nothing is improving with your GI issues. My gosh you must be exhausted!...
Hi, Flower, I wanted to add my thoughts since you're always so kind to me. I often use those heat packs (the kind you put in the microwave) on my neck for awhile many days, although it's not a cure....
Hi, Jag (and everyone!), I just popped in and saw this thread. As far as I know, Social Security/SSD payments will continue but claims processing, etc. will likely be delayed. A lot depends on how...
Hello, dear friends, I just want to thank those of you who responded for your caring and concern. I've been having a rough time of it, but it is getting better...slowly. Have follow up appointment...
Hi, Scarred, I got what sounds like the same disk but I requested it and had it sent to me from SSD. It was annoying to open, but I eventually got it. There was no password required. I'd call your...
Hi, Chartreaux, Just popped in quickly and saw your post and wanted to send as many healing hugs your way as I can muster up! I sure do understand about wanting things to be simple - even for just...
Big Lucy, Oh, how I wish I had a magic wand! Where is Merlin when you need him? I will be thinking of you, of course, and sending healing hugs your way. ((((((((((BigLucy))))))))))) PaLady...
Hello dear friends, Thank you all so much! I don't have it in me to reply to each of you but will try to soon. Just know each of your posts touched my heart!!! I'm having a rough time. My surgeon ran...
Oh my goodness! What a kind and timely surprise! Thank you, tmj, for starting this, and to all who replied. I stopped in tonight because I am scheduled for knee surgery tomorrow (Thursday -...
RM, I stopped by and saw this thread and wanted to just add a few thoughts, but I confess I haven't read all the posts on page 2, so I may have missed some things, especially about your...
My sympathies to her family, and to all those here who were close to her. It is good to know she passed peacefully. Perhaps that is all any of us can hope for. PaLady...
Lindaloo, So glad I stopped in tonight and saw your update thread. I'm sorry to hear of the increased pain and problems, but I do hope those will soon be behind you. My cousin's hair is growing in -...
Hi, Retiredmom, I'm trying to post more often and saw your thread up on top and wanted to just add my wishes that your RFA helps with your pain, although I know it can take awhile (I think - I've...
SE, Sorry to read that things aren't going so well for you. I do understand the difficulty of letting go of the hope things are going to improve from surgery, but sometimes it's a relief to...
Southview, Any talk of furry friends warms my heart and puts a smile on my face. I'm "petless" at the moment, so I love it when others get one to cuddle with! PaLady...
RM, Reading directly from the SS website is the best, most accurate way of getting info, and that's how I clarified a few things - even things I was told on the phone or got in the mail. I'm a little...
RetiredMom, First of all, BIG congrats to you! I sure know the relief that comes with that approval. Since I'm just a few steps ahead of you in the process, I will say that I got my initial letter of...