Sleep Problems
Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 04:46
Been up for hours, anyone else up?

Hi! just going a little nuts being up so long tonight!! Rolling On The Floor i can usually adjust and not let it bother me too much but i am so tired and feeling out if sorts. well, is anyone around? At Wits End Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis


Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 05:11 #1
No Jenny...

but I am now. I think I felt the vibes of you being up!!

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Cervical myelopathy, 16 surgeries to date, Severe OA, bilateral knee replacements, DDD, 13 MRI’s, 4 sets of spinal cortisone procedures and dozens of cortisone shots in other areas for OA. Upcoming scheduled surgeries include laminectomy and removal of synovial cyst located at left facet joint of L4-L5 (may require fusion); Right resection of A-C joint (left was done 12 years ago, by far the most painful of all my surgeries)

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 05:24 #2
paulgla, vibes, the sun,

Smile paulgla, vibes, the sun, an alarm clock, whatever it takes!! everyone get up!! Rolling On The Floor it is too early to start moving around my house so it is me and the computor for a few more hours! hope you are feeling ok! Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 06:24 #3
Same here

Same here, seems I've been up for hours upon hours. Smile OOPS, sorry wrong timezone Rolling On The Floor

I hope your morning is a pleasant one. Enjoy the quiet hours.

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 09:03 #4
I was up early too

Hubby is sick, bad cold. Worried

He was restless most of thre night so in spite of my sedatives, did not sleep much..

Hope everyone's day goes better and better sleep tonite, maybe a nap later for us all...LOL! Smile

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1991 L5-S1 PLIF 2 OTJ Injury. 2001 C5-6 ACLIF w/ screws/plates 2 MVA. Chronic neck, mid,low back pain, Sciatica, hip/knee pain, Osteoarthitis, Fibromyalgia, Sleep Disorder, TBI.

Meds: Lidoderm, Xanax, Tylenol Arthritis, Lunesta, Valium.

2008 MRI:(condensed) Multilevel facet arthritis causing spinal stenosis at L4-L5,and cervical C4/5 osteophytes.

Deb, Disabled ICU RN, 'Type A'-who pushed thru pain too long

"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not"

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 11:55 #5
Just me and the dog!

:)mattsmom, take good care of him but don't forget to take good care of yourself! i think a nap sounds like a really good idea! Sleepy crawl up next to your husband! i think it will be just me and my dog!! Sleepy Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 12:15 #6
Been up for 48 hours now and

Been up for 48 hours now and getting kinda loopy.

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 13:02 #7
Achy as well?

Smile Frustrated101, are you feeling achy as well or just loopy without the side effects!! Rolling On The Floor isn't is your naptime? Sleepy Jenny Laughing

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 20:56 #8
I am definitely achy and you

I am definitely achy and you know its bad loopy juju when you start talking to shadows At Wits End

I have had insomnia for years, I have gone about 4 days before and that didn't end good health wise.I have tried all the meds, tips and even those sleep tapes.Buts its fun to see the sunset and rise daily.

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Fri, 09/12/2008 - 20:10 #9
I hope its not contagious

poor friends,i hope yall sleep tonight! i wanna git paid for all the hours ime awake,maybe makit worth while

Posted on: Sat, 09/13/2008 - 04:32 #10
No sleep again!

Smile Hi! Wave well it is after 3 here once again and no sleep. Sleepy you all know how that is!! Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Tue, 09/16/2008 - 23:54 #11
Are you up tonight?

Smile well it looks like the night is going to be a long one. At Wits End 11 here but sleep is no where near by. anyone else up tonight? Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Wed, 09/17/2008 - 03:23 #12
awake!!!!

I fell asleep at around 10:30... I was so sleepy and tired. I woke up a couple of hours later to let my dogs out and went back to sleep. My next wake up call was at 2 am when the pain in my hip was so severe that I had no choice but to wake up. So here I sit at 4 in the morning, just typing away... Felling a bit sleepy, so I think I'll try again, IF the hip will let me that it

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Terrie

Posted on: Wed, 09/17/2008 - 04:29 #13
Your hip let you!

Smile trater, i hope your hip let you and you are snoozing away! Sleepy i checked on you earlier but you must of been sleeping!! it is alittle after 3 now and i need to snooze too! take care! Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sat, 09/20/2008 - 02:50 #14
What are you doing?

Smile tonight it's 1:50, who else is not able to sleep? what are you doing? Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sat, 09/20/2008 - 08:45 #15
Jenny

So sorry that you haven't been getting any sleep... I went through a spell of that a month or so ago and it made me feel so spaced out! It's so hard to concentrate when you haven't had any sleep. I hope you will be able to catch you some sleep sometime today, or even better yet, TONIGHT! Take it when you can!
Have a good day!

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Terrie

Posted on: Sat, 09/20/2008 - 09:05 #16
Terrie

I just love that hang'n from a tree smiley. Hate that you guys are going through the no sleep cycle. Been there.

Most Meds for depression did that to me. Would get in bed and then be wide awake a few hours later. Lack of sleep was making me more depressed, so no meds for me.

My hips also wake me up from time to time especially if I try to sleep on the couch which is not firm. I used to get alot of hip pain at night after I would overdo in the daytime.

I started on 1,500 mg daily of vitamen D and weekly B12 shots it has really made a difference for me.

Jenny, Hope you are sound asleep while I am typing this.

Posted on: Sat, 09/20/2008 - 17:04 #17
Maybe tonight?

Ewaight and trater, it is now 4 in the afternoon and the nap passed me by. perhaps tonight will be the night. i like the little smiley too! Rolling On The Floor Jenny Sleepy

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 01:15 #18
Jenny

Checking in to see if you were up... it looks like maybe you might actually be getting some sleep (I hope).
Sweet dreams my friend!!

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Terrie

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 02:31 #19
1:30 am really rough day, so

1:30 am really rough day, so exhausted yet cannot sleep a wink another 48hr binge coming up.

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 11:42 #20
Where are the sleep fairies?

Smile oh fellow non sleepers,frustrated and trater, shall we gather together and strike against the sleep fairy? Timeout she is not doing her job and delivering the sleeping dust regulaly enough for us Spineys. i took 2 ativan and hope to get some sleep that way. Sleepy naps can sometimes be the best sleep of all. i am calling on all the sleep fairies to get themsleves in high gear and hit us all big time tonight! Big Hug Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 11:58 #21
10:55 am still awake and

10:55 am still awake and feeling let down by the sleep fairy.

the joys of chronic insomnia Waiting

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 16:15 #22
I can give you my

I can give you my symapthies, I hate seeing all hours day and night, even with the aid of sleeping tablets and relaxation aids.

I just seem to be getting grumpier by the day, what with lack of sleep, having pain in places I didnt know you could have pain, money hassles, family issues....oh well, things can only get better!

I really hope tonight is the night that we all manage to get a good nights sleep, or even a good few hours sleep ifg 8hrs is too much to ask for lol.

Take care
Love and Hugs
Danni xxx

PS why can I feel Sleepy I-)and not sleep? What is that all about lol.

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Op, Discectomy now on Feb 2nd so countdown can finally begin lol. Been a while coming but time is now flying by. Wish the nerves would fly by lol.

He deserves a good holiday once I'm well again for putting up with my cranky moods due to my pain. Poor guy, nothing he does is right, even if its cleaning etc lol. He still loves me though, so I know i am lucky.

Bi-Lateral Sciatica, Prolapsed disc L4/5-S1. Now confirmed will be having spinal fusion done and not discectomy.
Emergency Hysterectomy Nov 06, Appendix ruptured June 07 and awaiting op next year.

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 23:21 #23
Waiting patiently!

Smile still to early to tell here, only alittle after 10. i am so tired though. dosed off through the day, Sleepy it is Sunday after all! i am waiting patiently for sleep to come by! Silly Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 23:31 #24
Jenny

Jenny,

It's not Sunday, you're dreaming that. It's already 2:30PM on Monday and I'm about to go get a late lunch! Care to join me?

So what's your pleasure, soba, sushi, curry, yaki niku, or American burgers and fries?

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 23:53 #25
Trying to get to Monday!

Smile "C" oh my, a full meal at bedtime!! i think i will stick to a piece of watermelon and milk. if i do get to sleep i want a happy stomach. as for you, please have the fries and a burger and think of all of us trying to get to Monday!! Rolling On The Floor Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/21/2008 - 23:56 #26
Jenny

Perfect choice. I had sushi yesterday and feel like sloppy burger and fries and thick chocolate milkshake!!!

Sleep well.

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Tue, 09/23/2008 - 03:14 #27
Even my dog is dreaming!

Smile ok it is another night without any zzzzzzz'ssss!! is anyone else awake out there? even my dog is dreaming! Sleepy Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Wed, 09/24/2008 - 02:08 #28
hmmmm

OK- I'm not seeing any of my non-sleeping buddies hanging out here... I'm going to assume you're ALL asleep right now. Good for you! I'll catch you all at a decent hour!!
Nighty-night!

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Terrie

Posted on: Wed, 09/24/2008 - 02:18 #29
Here

On the other side of the globe. Smile

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Wed, 09/24/2008 - 03:06 #30
Asleep, No!!!!

:)i just hadn't seen anyone tripping around the sleep forum! goodness, it is 2am here and i am as awake as y'all are!! At Wits End HELP! Yawn Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Thu, 09/25/2008 - 02:05 #31
Any nappers out there?

Smile well i had a really good nap today so i don't expect to sleep much tonight. Sleepy is anyone up but my dog? she usually crashes early but took that nap with me today! Rolling On The Floor any nappers out there? Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Thu, 09/25/2008 - 21:20 #32
No sleep for a few days,

No sleep for a few days, gout attack in effect Crying

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Fri, 09/26/2008 - 11:45 #33
Gurgling like a baby!

Smile Frustrated101, so sorry your pain is keeping you awake. maybe a nice nap today! i had a whole night sleep and am gurgling like a little baby! Rolling On The Floor i am so happy! Shocked) Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sat, 09/27/2008 - 04:48 #34
thanks got a wee nap today,

thanks got a wee nap today,

tonight is like walking on hot coals 3:45 am and the gout is just killing me.Still recovering from my Indomethacin fiasco and my back has to add to the party At Wits End

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According to MRI impression readings: Chronic bilateral L5 pars defects with grade 1 spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 and marked bilateral foraminal stenosis.

After reviewing my records 10/17/08:X Ray DX via flexion/extension:

Severe DDD at L5/S1 w/ 2 mm of motion, 3 mm retrolisthesis at L4/L5.Spondylolisthesis due to Spondylosis.Time for a true 2nd opinion.

Gout in both feet, Type 2 Diabetes(diet exercise only), Bipolar 2, Panic Disorder, and Insomnia from hell.

Meds: Norco, Wellbutrin XL(breaktime), Ativan(as needed), Ambien(on call), Zyprexa(manic rides gone bad)

Posted on: Sat, 09/27/2008 - 05:03 #35
I cant

sleep either, pain is bothering me and cant get comfortable,,, Sad

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Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 00:02 #36
Don't force sleep!

Smile cyndi4ever, sorry you are tossing and turning! Rolling On The Floor try and keep warm and relax, don't force yourself to sleep!! Sleepy Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 00:59 #37
I'm up

Just got done doing 70 mins walking on the treadmill, a bite to eat, a shower and now headed out to pick up some fresh veggies.

Who needs sleep! Smile

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 01:18 #38
Yea! Sleep is over rated

Yea! Sleep is over rated after all! Wink

(hey C...it doesn't count when it's the middle of the day where you live! Sticking out tongue )

I did manage to sleep this morning (Sat) from 8:30-11:15 so I can't say I haven't had ANY sleep, but I sure would like to get some shut eye now! It's kinda chilly (good sleeping weather), dark, quiet, and nothing to watch on tv, lol-perfect situation to sleep. Now, would someone kindly remind my nocturnal self in on this little factoid??? At Wits End Raised Eyebrow

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Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 02:24 #39
Hi Tanya

Hey Tanya,

Darn and here I thought I was a part of the no sleep gang. (stubbing my toe)I guess that's why my dog is looking at me like "let's go for a walk mom!"

It's great sleeping weather here too. We have a big typhoon playing around in our back yard and the surf is pounding, skies are dark and rainy and of course a bit of wind. Ahhhh.

Hope you got some sleep.

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 05:34 #40
Nap time soon!

Smile my dog is sleeping like a baby and i wish i was to! alittle after 4 and the world is still sleeping. Sleepy no typhoon here, just dark as can be and the quiet of many sleeping families. atleast the world will be up soon and nap time will be here! Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 05:36 #41
Jenny

You must be on the West coast?

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 06:01 #42
No sushi!

Smile C, yes, southern California. a world away from where you live! how long have you lived in Japan Thinking Jenny Smile

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 06:02 #43
Since

December 11, 1994

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 06:21 #44
It is amazing!

Smile C, not sleeping hits everywhere. Sleepy it is so amazing to imagine life there, typhoons and all!!. Jenny

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Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis

Posted on: Sun, 09/28/2008 - 06:25 #45
Hi Jenny

Well the best thing is the Internet. Without it I would feel seriously isolated. When I first got here we used to wait for the extra Sears and JC Penny's catalogs that were given away at the post office. Not no more!

Island life isn't too bad. I may be in Japan, but it's way more laid back than the mainland!!!

"C"

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"Be careful about reading health books ... You may die of a misprint."

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