Still awake on this side of the world, although not for much longer. Going to call it an early night if I can.

Hope you are feeling better.

"C"

Hello all, still somewhat awake, and have been for months! Even after the Ambian, Restiril, and Tylenal PM! Is one night too hard to ask of a peacful, unpainful, night of sleep?

I guess it is a good day to snuggle up in bed and watch old movies, it is raining.... We really needed the rain, Iam just soooo happy I don't have to water today, that's all I seem to do lately.
I had a very upsetting evening, I went out to bottle feed my baby pygmy's that were born on Memorial day and the smallest one was dead. I can't believe how upset I was, Iam used to animals dying being an owner of so many but for some reason losing this little guy broke my heart. My husband wasn't home, he was at his 2nd job so I had to dispose of him myself and that was hard. It hadn't been raining yet the ground was so hard I couldn't dig a hole because of my upper body strength is nile and so that just made things worse.I know it sounds silly but it really was horrible for me not being able to dig that hole.Anyways my hubby got home and went out in the dark with a flashlight and took care of it for me.
Jenny, how are you feeling??? Getting better day by day I hope. You'll be up and around in no time....
Wishing a wonderful day to you all, Iam going to go find a old movie, lots of warm blankets, get my little snuggle dog and go to bed....
Jeanette

Hello everyone! A new thread, how fun!

Sorry to hear sleep is hard, I'm finding that I cannot get enough. I hate taking meds! Anyway, I hope that things settle down for everyone, a good quiet weekend would be wonderful for all!

Gosh, Jeanette, is that two of the four little guys? How sad, I'm sorry you've lost another of your new family members!!

Jenny, maybe this will help you out, Noser says hi!

Spiney hugs for all
Jay

hi all!!! i am listening to the "oldies" and have Sirius here next to me.. jay, i really think the two would get along great! Noser is one handsome doggie!! Jeanette, really sorry for the loss of your littlest friend!! hold him tight in your memories.. so we are all having trouble sleeping and have tried lots of sleep medications.. don't forget "magnesium" and "melatonin." you may get atleast a few hours sleep with them.. and when the meds fail, do as Jeanette is.. get warm and cozy with an old movie or book!! sweet dreams to all!! hang in there araine!! Jenny

Actually it was 2 out of 3 that died. Iam just not sure why. Those things happen though, thank you all for your concern, it really hit me hard losing this alst little one, I became attached because I was bottle feeding him.
Jay, you dog is beautiful.... Jenny, when do we get to see a picture of Sirius???
I now wish for warm sunshine, it has been raining and cold long enough for me, things to do outside ya know...
I hope everyone a wonderful weekend and lots of sleep...
Jeanette

good morning! 1:11 on my clock and it is quiet as can be outside.. i know some of you are getting rain and more rain.. i am going to post some pictures of Sirius when i learn to work my digital camera. Jay, are you up for it?? thinking of sleep and wish the sleep fairy would drop by my house!! is everyone asleep tonight? here is sleep dust for those of you waiting to go to dreamland.. Jenny

Hiya, Jenny, looks like I missed you by a half hour or so... Hopefully you've made it to sleep! I just looked out & looks like we got some more rain overnight; it was warm all day yesterday but cloudy all day! You just let me know when you're ready, Jenny & we'll have Sirius up in all his glory!
Jay

Jay, i think the first step is to capture her on a digital camera and go from there!! hehehe i have one but have never worked it!! soon, now for sure i will get that going!! Thank YOU!! well, i am still wide awake!! ummmmmm! i am getting tired though!! L, Jenny

Glad to hear you're gettin' tired, that's a good first step! Hope you're able to get that elusive sleep!!

I'm gonna head up after a bit and get ready for work. Ugh, I can't believe it's time to go back already!!

And yes, I guess it does help actually taking the picture!

Jay

Jay, ok don't tease me now!! i will get the picture thing down!! take it easy at work.. we need you around here!! smiles, Jenny

this thread has focused mostly on sleep, {or lack of} and animals. Here's a true animal story that might help put you to sleep.
years ago early in the morning while driving to work i spotted a dead cat that looked like mine on the side of the road. i pulled over and placed her in my car and we rode back to my home. i said some prayers and laid her to rest. When i returned from work i saw a cat at my door. low and behold it was my very own cat!!! I had buried the first cousin. Sometimes saying a prayer works.
pete

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pete81241, thank you for the great animal story.. you are more than welcome to talk about whatever you like... we move around on topics and try to get to know each other alittle bit. being up all night can make one feel very alone and so knowing someone just a little bit can sure make that feel better.. we all live in some neat places, love animals and baseball and photography among other things!! what do you like to do? sleep well! Jenny

Hiya Pete, yes the power of prayer is amazing sometimes, isn't it? What a pleasant surprise when your cat came home! I love my animals, they're a much a part of the family as my kids. Welcome to the "middle of the night" gang
Jay

Iam so happy Jenny is back, our little gang wasn't the same without her, it is also nice to welcome new people and learn about they're adventures as well...
Still no hot, warm weather here, my husband thought I was nuts last night he came to bed and I had my electric blanket on the bed again... LOL The weather man says it is on it's way though, can't wait!!!
I can't belive it but I have been sleeping all night, well atleast from 11pm to 530 or 6 am.
( Knock on wood)I guess I have been trying really hard not to nap during the day and staying busy enough that I sleep at night for now....(can I still be apart of the night time gang though???)
Jay hope your day at work goes well, I really do miss those days of getting out of the house, I know Iam crazy, but I really did love my job!!!!
Jeanette

thanks for the welcome. there's been many a night jenny that i've seen you on line. i hope youre feeling better after your troubles. Youve given me a lot of good wishes since i signed on three weeks ago.
About me. 67 yrs. young. retired/disabled. used to love sports but had to give it up 10 yrs ago. 40 yrs back/leg/neck pain. love animals. i have a great cat that's my best pain killer. i have two daughters in their 20s and a beautiful wife who just went from size 14 to size 6! Don't do much now. i live on cape cod in mass. it's peaceful here. all kinds of birds and animals. i'm on a small pond and i go in the water now and then for a 10ft.swim. I used to have a 20ft boat that i took out in the ocean for fishing. I love this site and hope i can help a bunch of people here.
oh...jay how do i get a picture under my user name?
love your picture of sirius. I used to be in typesetting business and we did some photo conversion work for print so i know just a bit about photos
There will be many a night you'll see me up.
Jeanette.. so sorry for you losses. Thinking of you.
Well i'm back to watching US open golf tournament so hang in there guys
best...pete

i don't ever feel at rest until i have checked in to see who is up or out!! LOL! having a small network of "spineys" to sound off to has given me a peace of mind i have not had before. it is so great to know that out in the world, there are people who care and have concern not only for each other but for me!!! now that is special!!! Jeanette, i think if you really look at yourself, you will find one hard worker!! your home can't look that good without a hand from you!! no wonder you are sleeping so well! pete, how wonderful to live on Cape Cod. that is a picture of Jay's "Noser." i have yet to get Sirius up there.. so you are an animal lover as well? i live next to the ocean and love to walk on the bay down here. golf is on here as well!! talk about raining! i may nap alittle now and see you all later!! sleep tight! Jenny

baseball, i would love to see your kitties up on the forum.. we have had goats and dogs, why not cats?? enjoy your meeting today! everyone sleep tight! i am going to disappear into the Soprano reruns for awhile! Jenny

I tried to lay down about 3 or 4 times now and when I do my neck aches soooo bad I can't just lay there... It hurts to be up moving also, so this will be short. I just don't know what to do when it gets this bad. If anyone has any ideas please tell... I took my nightly "cocktail" of oxy, soma and nuerotin and it doesn't touch it tonight ...sorry to complain but I know you guys understand and besides everyone here is asleep.
Hope everyone else is having a better night than I....
Hugs to all my somniacs
Jeanette

Kate just shoot me an email with the pictures, I'll get 'em ready for you to post!

Jeanette, only thing I can think of is to try a recliner or maybe something like a memory pillow. Even better, I think, is one of the "bean" pillows. I absolutely love to recline with one of those bean filled pillows!

Spiney hugs for you all!!
Jay

good morning!! ummm Jeanette! i love to just get cozy in my bed but i don't have neck problems!!! i say what about a really cold cloth around your neck? or maybe a warm one? either way a washcloth is always soothing to me..better luck tonight getting some shut eye. i see several of you were wandering the halls last night! Kate, how are you feeling? sorry you could not sleep.. i know i will be awake tonight.. am going to try and relax and read some.. sometimes i go right out with a book. i know you have some of those!! LOL! can't wait to see your pics!! sleep well tonght everyone!! Jenny

OK! 1:22 and i just woke up from a nap!! now ya'll must be sleeping tonight!! that makes me happy!! is anyone awake out there? sleep well my fellow spineys!! lots of hugs,,, Jenny

Hmm, I may need to join, but am I allowed? I've only had my insomnia back (I was free for about 2 months) the last 4 nights, every other night, guess I'm exhausted enough after one night, I just pass out the next... if I don't sleep tonight, can I join?

youre up and at em. me too. talking about kats...my cat brought in a poor rabbit and dropped it at my feet knowing i couldn't pick it up! it's the only time i swore at him.
how you all doin?
pete

good morning!! past 1:30 and i am still awake.. had a dream about a bunny or was i just reading a post about bunnies!!! can't tell now.. Whyme, drop by anytime!! wanting to join us is the only requirement.. i don't know if i have been awake or asleep? HELP!!! take it away my fellow sleepless sufferers!! Jenny

We always enjoy new people and to hear they're stories about pain, problems, animals, flowers.... we love to hear it all.
Kate, your very special to all of us, I look forward to looking every day to see what everyone is up to, I also know that I can always count on the people here, we are unfortunately all in the same situation one way or another so we all know how to comfort eachother...
Hope everyone is well, have a good weekend!
Jeanette

hi ho hi ho, it's off to bed we go!! sometimes i feel like this bed is a mini prison!! oh, it could not be much more comfortable, but to be "stuck" here night after night gets really old.. i need to get into a grateful mood. i am grateful for the radio playing soft sounds tonight!! grrrrrrr,i am even grateful for this warm, cozy, bed i call home tonight.. good night my friends!i am really grateful for all of you.. Jenny

Jenny I hope you've finally made it to sleep, I'm on the couch with the heating pad cranked up. Facing a long day, no make that week, at work....

Last week at work I had to participate in a "team-building" exercise, which consisted of a lot of walking. My dad was in town and I ended up doing some more walking on Thursday. Now I'm paying the price! I feel like I have a pulled muscle that starts at my waist and goes up all the way to the top of my head. For the last 3 nights, every time I moved in bed I woke up because of the pain. Thank god for heating pads and Valium. I even broke out the Norco. If this doesn't resolve soon I've got to make another doc appointment, I can barely move. Oh, my boss is gonna get it on Monday!

I hope everyone is having a good weekend, sorry to dump on everyone..
Spiney hugs
Jay

jay, you hardly ever complain so go right ahead. i am all ears!! and even if you did, that is one reason i am here.. you know you should not be walking like that.. i am sure the pressure from work to be just like everyone else is there, but jay, you are not like everyone else.. i hope you are able to catch up with your rest this afternoon..and use those pain pills if you need them, no need to suffer!! take care and "give em hell Harry!" L, Jenny

Well, I slept last night! I think the thing that helped is all the walking I did yesterday in the heat (well, hot for Washington that is!). Going to go do it again, but darn, it's not even warm outside today... well off for my walk. Sleep well all!

baseball,OUCH!!! now be so careful and hobble off to bed!! grab a good book and stay put!! sorry about the extra problems with the RSD...take extra care! Whyme,that is one good way to get a good night's sleep, walk yourself to sleep!! now take care of your back as well!! good night! Jenny

Hope this posts finds you all asleep.

Ugh, you know that time when you are laying there, and you are dozing in a out of consciousness, and you are just about ready to hit dreamland? Well, my body threw me a curve ball, and suddenly I had to peeeee.
But, the trip to the bathroom was painful because I somehow ended up on my back (doesn't work well for me yet), then to top it all off my daughter was in the bathroom... but I knock, because there is no way I can make it down the stairs walking as though one leg is a foot shorter than the other.... she tried to get out fast, but by the time I finally got back to bed the ole sleep train left the station....

I am hoping the train is stopping my way once again tonight, I will check the schedule in a bit.

SH looks busy tonight, we must have all over done it over the weekend, mine is self inflicted for sure!!! I was stupid enough to try weedeater today, I guess I can't do it because I'm sure paying for it tonight...It is just so hard for me not to do those things I used to do and enjoy, my husband has been so busy he hasn't had time to do it and the weeds were driving me nuts so I took it on myself, stupid........
Baseball, I hope things heal qickly so your not in so much pain, whyme I always pee 3 or 4 times before bed so I don't have that happen, it really stinks when your almost there and then wham, hate it!!!
Jenny, how are the wedding plans, everything I saw was perfect!!!I'm so excited for you.... what a beautiful dress....come on fill us in....
Jeanette

i am at a standstill with the wedding right now.. i don't know when i will feel better so i have no idea when to plan the wedding.. can't even give my mom a date!! so...maybe it is a sign to maybe not get married??? oh heck, i am up at one end and down on another.. i wish i could get this stomach problem fixed, then i could plan and get going with my life.. Jeanette, be so very careful around the house, a WEEDEATER!!!! now girlfriend, i think you know better than that!! LOL! oh well, get some rest, put some heat or ice on it.. Jay and Whyme, you two.. we seem to be just really not taking care of ourselves. baseball, you tripped!! so let's be careful of our bodies. aware of what is around us!! we are really beating ourselves up! could this mean something else?? hugssssss to you all, sleeptime tonight for all my spiney friends!! Jenny

Isn't that so frustrating Jeanette? My kids watch and when I can't take it anymore, fire up the lawn mower and mow the grass they hide the weed whacker. Actually they grab it and do it for me! Everybody here at home is saving me from myself

I haven't had sleep problems for a while now, unless you count sitting down on the couch and passing out within 10 minutes a problem. Heh. You all have my sympathies for sure! In fact, I actually slept through the night last night! That pulled muscle didn't wake me up once. Gotta love Valium, morphine and my TENS. I need two of these things!

I hope everyone is finally able to get some sleep tonight! Whyme, don't forget to check the "B" line
Jay

How are goings going after your gallbladder surgery? I know my brother felt better when the anesthesia wore off. I hope you're doing better!!
Jay

jay, slow and steady is all i can say.. still waiting to have my gallbladder out!! developed pancreatitis, lost blood pressure in my heart and so it was a no go with the surgery.. still thinking postive!! may be this, may be that.. thanks for asking?? L, Jenny

I have been up every 1 to 2 hours and can't seem to find that comfy spot...Iam glad your sleeping better though Jay
Jenny, are you not feeling better yet???I would have thought you'd be feeling alot better by now.Are there other stomach problems going on too??? We need to get you back on the wedding planning mode, I think you were way too excited about getting married to say all this is a sign not to, you'll get back to it again, just hard to plan when your not feeling well...Besides the dress, cabin etc., way too beautiful to pass that all up, right???
Okay, I'll stay away from the weed whacker for awhile but, it was fun while it lasted.
Jeanette

4jkasper, slowly is all i can say.. i am on lots of meds for nausea and stomach pain. just mostly a confusing situation..waiting for my pancreas to feel better and then maybe some work can be done!! thank you for your care and concern! Jenny

almost 2am here and none of the usuals are posting...Hope that means sleep for you.
Jenny, Iam sorry things are not going so well right now...Are you atleast better then before the surgery??? I have faith that things will get better for you!!!!
Well, back to trying to find that comfortable spot....
Jeanette

Jenny you have my full sympathies, my brother had to deal with gallbladder issues and I know how miserable he was sometimes. I hope your pancreas decides to play nice soon so you can take care of business.

I see a lot of little red dots near everyone's name, I trust everyone is sleeping well. Sweet dreams my friends!
Spiney hugs
Jay

well team, i am up and ready to throw the ball out to one of you!! what does that even mean? LOL! Jeanette, i do hope you are dreaming sweet dreams by now and have found that comfy spot!! did you put the weedwacker away? LOL! Jay, it does seem to be busy here after all. have a really good day Jay.. try and get an hour or two of shut eye.. L, to all my sleepless and sleeping friends tonight!! Jenny

Jenny, you are such an inspiration, to be ALWAYS "up" and supportive, even when talking about current problems you are having! I salute you, along with everyone else, who has made it through another day, and another (long) night!

Jenny is an inspiration to everyone, she was gone while having surgery and I felt very lost and lonely without her!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just hope Jenny you could feel alittle better...
Well, I ended up with about 4 hours of sleep, yuk!But, better than nothing I guess.
Yes, I put away the weed whacker for now. I did mow the lawn yesterday though, RIDING lawn mower and my son emptied the bags for me so it was not such a rough day...I just love working out doors and can't stop, need to find how to do things easier though... After being in such pain the other night my kids decided to help alittle more which is great!!!
Anyone going to do anything fun and exciting for the 4th of July weekend???Any big camping trips planned, fire works, BBQ's ?????????
Hope everyone has an awesome day...
Jeanette