I've got a lot of of pain and almost no help at all. I can barely take care of my needs and now have to help the care giver. I can't figure out a way help keep her on track and me off feet. You see I had my sister in law coming, but she backed out. I don't know what I can,do , that could do more and she backed out at the last minute ane gave me a name of someone that I could get. When I called, she was busy so now I am stuck without any good help. I actually shouldn't be alone any, but the friend went to church, so here I am without anyone.

My pastor & family are coming here for a Bible study and to eat dinner. She is bring our dinner, thank the Lord for people like that. They will help me while they are here where the other doesn't even cook. I never thought this would happen lilke this and here my friend has been paid to do all these things.Somehow I will get by. I have one more to call back & see if I can hire her. I can't send out e mails with this computer also can't recieve so don't think I'm mad if you don't get mail from me The other puter should be back soon.
Hugs,

Billie

Hi Billie,

I'm so sorry to hear your help isn't working out. If you were closer I sure would come and do the best I could. Maybe you can find someone who can at least cook for you and take care of you until you get better. I've been thinking of you but didn't write until now because I thought you were still in the hospital.

You will be in my prayers for a quick recovery and hopefully the pain will resolve after a little healing. Don't try to do too much too soon!!

Love Lynn

Hi to you all. Today went well and pastors family were a big help. I'm so thankful for them. Not only did she cook, she fixed for the future meals. my pastor fixed this laptop for the time being. He said my big one should be back tomorrow. I like it so much better.

My other problem is a Femierol Hernia repaired. I am not familair with this. I have had many spells with severe goin, thigh, and knee pain. my sergeon seems to think this may be my problem. I guess he told the family what he done won't help this pain. I had two bad spells while in the hospital. He has me schueduled to see specialist the day my stiches are taken out.

Well it is bed time and I have to give this room to my caregiver. Talk to you later.
Hugs & thanks for comming in,
Billie

Hi Billie, I was glad to see that you got some help. I hope that you can get the proper type of care that you need everyday. Maybe the Pastor will put the word out and other members of your church can pitch in and help also. How are you feeling today? When are you scheduled to get your stitches out? Let us know so we can at least check on you in our cyber world. You know if I was closer I would be there with you. I miss your funny posts so hurry up and get back here, your friend...Sue

Sue,I GET MY STICHES OUT SEPT 18, THE SAME DAY I SEE THE NEW DOC TO CHECK FOR THIS HERNIA. I F IT NEEDS REPAIR, THATS ANOTHER SURGERY. I HOPE I DON'T NEED THAT!
BLESSINGS,
BILLIE

Billie, I am glad your home from the hospital, but sorry to hear your help is not working out. I do not know what kind of back surgery you had, but I know taking care of yourself is definitely an issue (I had my surgery in July, and was totally dependent on others for the basics!). I don' t know where you live, but this is my suggestion and also what my doctor did.

Try Lutheran Family Services, if there is one in your area. I would check the phone book, or internet. They have a group of people that specialize in assisting patients with different needs, that do home health care. I do not think they cost too much, but they may also not be as reliable. My Mom uses them for her partner, and the help that comes always do a good job, they just don't always show up when they should. Her partner is in advanced stages of Parkinson's disease, and they help him bathe, dress, and even come in the evening and help him get ready for bed. They also help my Mom with her housework.

My Doctor had home health care come to my house the 1st 2 weeks I was home from the hospital, to check my vitals, wound, etc. They also took out my staples at the 2 week mark. My insurance covered most of it, and they were very nice.

I hope this helps you! I am so sorry that things didn't work out the way they were supposed to! Churches have a way of coming through for the needy, though, and I hope they continue to help you.
In the meantime, I will add you to my prayers. You certainly must be a very strong lady to have gone through what you have in the last few months, and still be doing as well as you are.
Keep us posted as to how you are doing, and I hope you heal and get better every day!
Carolyn

Dearest {{{{billie}}}}
I am sorry to hear you now have a hernia to deal with..
I hope they are helpin to make you as comfortable as possible -while you
have to wait to see the spec doc!
I wish i lived closer to you as well-I feel terrible for you!!
I hope the church members continue to stop by daily...If not please reach out and call them.Tell them what kind of "help"you have.Maybe a church member might know someone that also works in home health care.
I dont know -just trying to send ideas your way.
I say a lil prayer 4 you everyday..Sending blessings"your way"!
May your burdens be lightened soon!
Besure and drink plenty of water-dont wait till your hurting to take your meds..
Another idea- Have whoever takes care of you leave the things near you that you will need-Always in my thoughts and prayers!!!
{{{{hugz}}}}}
~Kell~

Hope you are having a good day today Billie. I'm glad I got to talk to ya last night. Hopefully the hernia surgery will take care of the rest of the pain your having. Bless your heart you have HAD ENOUGH and it is time to get some rest and relief! {{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}

Have you heard from Jan? I haven't seen her on here in a while and wonder how she is. GC

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Billie~
I hope things are getting better each day for you sweetie!! Keep a positive attitude and remember we all love you and are praying for you!!
Hugs,
Jan
PS~
So that WAS you that got kicked out of Wally's World that I read about in the paper GC!! First a skateboard, now a unicycle, what next? Billie, please get well soon--GC's out of control!!

Hi gang,
I have really got good help today. She is my neighbor, new friend and we had a nice visit. She cooked two meals, sweep the floors and did a good job. Then we sit down had a nice visit. The one here now is a sleep on the sofa. I think she is taking a cold so I been taking care of her. The med. must of knocked her out. At leased I can be on the computer while she sleeps.

The pain isn't under control very well yet. I talked to my surgeons nurse this morning and they want me back on Neurontin for a while, to control the numbness in my left leg. As bad as I don't want to, I will for a short period. I also talked to my GP and he agrees, at lease I don' have to buy it. Got plenty on hand. I am icing my back down, because of swelling also. If it's not one thing, it's another. Thanks for saying I am brave, But you would do the same , if in my shoes. I had to make myself walk or I couldn't come home. My Bear dog is fine. I am sure he missed me, but we have fell onto a rountene again. if I just get so I can stay by myself I will be happy. It's been kinda nice to have some lift my dog on the bed though. I can only lift 5 pounds. well
it's getting late, I will try to post when possible. Thanks for your prayers, they are whats keep me clam threw this all.
Hugs to you all,
Billie