Update August 17, 2023

Of course, first I would like to thank everyone for all the love, encouragement and prayers.

It's been an interesting past few days. After some steady progress I had a few days of backsliding. 

Wasn't sleeping (that increased pain), sneezed a few times (that increased pain), temporarily went back on the opioid painkillers (that messed other things up and contributed to less sleep).

Yesterday I decided to toughen it out without the aid of the narcotics so I could take advantage of some meds to help me sleep. Turned out to be the right decision. Except for a brief awakening at 1:30 am (with an intense craving for pizza) I managed to sleep until 8:00 am. Much improved. Hopefully the two naps I took today won't interfere with tonight's sleep.

Nurse Kathy has been cautioning me I've been pushing too hard. Probably correct as usual 😊

So far my biggest challenges have been the pain, sleep and my lack of patience.

On a side note.....I'm turning into my son. Ever since he left to go home all I want to eat is animal protein -- meat, cheese, eggs, tacos.  Today I'm craving a good turkey burger. I can't say I'm not enjoying it...immensely! 

NOT going to be telling my cardiologist about any of the above.

I hope everyone is well.

Dale



Comments

  1. Yes! yay! eat the meat! it's helped me so much and it sounds like your body is craving it to heal x Elyse

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  2. I’m glad to hear you’re doing so well! I’m sure it’s not been easy, but you’ve got the support of many, many people. Keep up the great work! And I agree with Elyse - if you’re craving meat, eat the meat. Your body wants it for a reason. Just maybe follow it up with a vegetable or two for balance. 😊

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  3. Keep listening to Nurse Kathy and don’t over do it!! And I agree with Judy from the last post- You’ve got this!!
    ❤️ YFS (aka your favorite sister- in- law 😄)

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  4. Can't imagine how hard this is - pain, lack of sleep..... Take it one day at a time my friend. Progress isn't a straight line. With each step (forward or backwards) you are one step closer to all of this being over. Sending love. Eat the meat!! 🤣

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