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Simone
Quit Date: April 28, 2005
Posts: 953 Location: Australia
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Posted: November 12, 2005 4:44 AM Post subject: SO SORRY FOR NOT BEING ONLINE |
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Apart from my 17yo Cat having to be put down my friend commiting suicide , myself very unwell My 84yo Mother had yet another heart attack last Monday night so it was touch & go yet again.
I feel as if I am going insane I am in agony the GP cannot get me to see a specialist gastroenterologist for many months as I have no private health cover & I just feel a mess I have been in bed for a few days if not at my Mothers.......today back in bed as up all night in pain.
Give me strength
Love to all,
Simone xx |
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londa
Quit Date: July 28, 2004
Posts: 2469 Location: new york, USA
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Posted: November 12, 2005 9:15 AM Post subject: |
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Precious Jesus, hear the plea of your child Simone. Give her the strength that she needs, Oh Lord. Please Lord provide her with a way that she will be able to get the medical help that she needs. Lay your hands on her Lord to give her comfort. We ask for a healing for Simone. And everyone says, In Jesus name, AMEN.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((Simone))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
God Be With You
Love, Londa _________________
My name is Londa. I am 57 and I act like I'm 20. I love to laugh and smile. The more the better. Being kind to someone is the best thing you can do. |
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Simone
Quit Date: April 28, 2005
Posts: 953 Location: Australia
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Posted: November 12, 2005 9:33 AM Post subject: |
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Ohhhhh Londa I am trying so hard but I have no-one my partner is too busy my Mom is ill I am ill..........& just plain tired of all this madness.
I thankyou for the prayer I am praying it will work.
Love Simone
((hugs))) to all . xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
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iwantosing
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Posts: 338 Location: Pennsylvania
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Posted: November 12, 2005 9:51 AM Post subject: |
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Simone, there must be someone that can help you. How about the local church? There should be people there willing to help, or direct you. Please reach out to someone...a hand will be there to grasp back. peg _________________
My name is Peg, I decided I wanted to sing to the Lord, run with my son, laugh and learn to whistle, the cigs had to go!! Quit Date 3/28/05
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Tammy
Quit Date: February 16, 2004
Posts: 2565 Location: Florida
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Posted: November 12, 2005 11:04 AM Post subject: |
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Bless your heart. Lots of prayers going up for you right now. _________________
Tammy
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swaneem
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Posts: 1298 Location: Arizona
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Posted: November 12, 2005 12:43 PM Post subject: |
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Dear Simone,
I've been thinking of you and wondering how you've been. What a horrid time you're going through....hang in there....try to find someone to talk to...as suggested. You're welcome to post in the rants as often as you want and feel free to PM me to chat as well.
Sending healing energy and prayers your way.
Hugs,
Donna _________________
Just when the caterpillar thought his world was
coming to an end..........God made him a
BUTTERFLY. |
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kannprint
Quit Date: April 10, 2004
Posts: 4988 Location: St. Louis, MO
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Posted: November 12, 2005 1:02 PM Post subject: |
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You've certainly had more than your share of problems recently and now your own health isn't what it should be. God bless you, Simone. I agree with Peg, is there a church nearby where you could receive help?
Just know you're in my prayers as is your Mother. Take care. _________________
LIVE WELL, LAUGH OFTEN, LOVE MUCH.
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Barbara K.
Quit Date: December 23, 2004
Posts: 5977
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Posted: November 14, 2005 2:14 AM Post subject: |
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Hi Simone,
Please try to make some calls around. Is there a Social Services by you that has a health clinic that could help? Sometimes other Faith churches will help out with people. The Catholic church is suppose to be good with this although I am not Catholic. If my memory serves me right though you live in Autralia. I haven't a clue what would be available there and if my memory servers me right, you live in a deserted place, a mountain? Post when you can and don't worry about it if you can't. It would be nice for support though. About any other people where you are that could help.
Blessings, _________________
Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn arouind and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
Blessings,
Barbara K. |
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marw
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Posts: 3634 Location: Chicago, IL
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Posted: November 14, 2005 5:30 AM Post subject: |
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Simone,
I know you are in emotional pain as well as physical, but first let's deal with one that might be doable. What did the GP say? He must have had some idea what is wrong or some advice? You cannot do this for several months waiting for a gastroenterologist. What kind of medication have you been given? I'm sorry to sound so pramatic, but it seems you must have some relief. There are over the counter meds (here anyway) that might help relieve your stomach. Drink a lot of Maalox, try Pepcid, if you are constipated try prune juice, if you have diarrhea, use peto bismal and Lomotil. These are the brand names here. Also, there is a herb called Valerian, if you can get it, which will calm your nerves. ANd you know to drink tea, and immerse your body in hot water...it will calm the muscle cramping, even that in your stomach or bowel. Meantime, keep after your GP to get you a sooner appointment!
It is vital for you to relax and feel loved. You are gong through so much. Can you PM us here and talk with us? I am up at all hours, so I'll check in. Ad like the others said, anyone in your area that you can to go....an organization, Social Service or church, or neighbor.
I know that feeling so well of no one being available. It is so horrid and helpless feeling. But it is only a feeling. It is not the reality. THe reality is that you will mend in time, and you will know what to do.
Well, I have just been hitting balls in the dark here, so maybe none of this is applicable. If not, I am sorry. '
Is that creek still there? Is is nearby? Are you well enough at all to go there and think and be peaceful.
I, too, am sending healing thoughts and energy. I wish I were there with you.
Keep posting as much as you can, would you, so we know how you are?
Love and hugs, _________________
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Simone
Quit Date: April 28, 2005
Posts: 953 Location: Australia
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Posted: November 17, 2005 2:47 AM Post subject: |
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I went for a walk to the creek yesterday evening it was beautiful.Still cig free lord knows how the cravings are chronic but I don't wish to be going through another quit so no cigs for me.
Can you believe the gastroenterologist appointment is 3rd May 2006 they are that booked out & all because I have no private health insurance so I am saw a naturopath/iridologist he said my pancreas etc are all inflamed 7 I am on a concoction of natural remedies plus a huge change in diet ....no sugar/wholegrain (they are upsetting my gut) foods cheese or any refined foods I am feeling not so bloaty but still in pain.
I am just keeping to myself at this time I feel so horrible I feel comfy here though I am emotionally drained out I could sleep for a year!
Simone
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marw
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Posts: 3634 Location: Chicago, IL
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Posted: November 17, 2005 3:22 AM Post subject: |
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Simone, don't know if you are still at a computer, but I am here right now, if you want to PM me to "talk". I will be here another 15 minutes if not longer. That is horrible that you cannot get a doc appointment sooner!! Good grief, what do people do?? Is this true everywhere,or could you go to another city or something like that? Anyway, glad you are getting some help from the naturalist guy, but I think you need to see a doc, too.
You are certainly to be commended for keeping your Quit! You are definitely a HERO!! Not many people could go through what you are doing, and stay true to the Quit! I am so proud of you!
The creek sounds so beautiful. I wish I could see it. I get "starved" for things like that....a creek, the woods, fields....by living in a crowded city. I grew up in the country, you see.
Keep up the good work, Simone, and I hope you feel better and better. Like I said I stay up late so I will be online a while longer.
Many, many hugs!!!! _________________
Margaret |
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swaneem
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Posts: 1298 Location: Arizona
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Posted: November 17, 2005 11:07 AM Post subject: |
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Simone,
Lots of hugs your way....and you're a huge inspiration for anyone quiting smoking. Stress is an excuse many use to start smoking again. I also know that if one is determined there is no going back. This year has been one of the worst for me as well.
Losing a loved one (pet) is so bloody hard.
I hope you find some relief for the pain.....come here to chat....we're here for you and do care.
Hugs,
Donna _________________
Just when the caterpillar thought his world was
coming to an end..........God made him a
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Simone
Quit Date: April 28, 2005
Posts: 953 Location: Australia
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Posted: November 17, 2005 9:59 PM Post subject: |
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Apologies Margaret I went away & as usual forgot to log out.
Thankyou for your kind words at least someone is proud of my quit (apart from me) I ask myself everyday how am I coping I guess I must be stubborn.
Grrr that wait is insane it is all over Australia our public health sytem is shocking all I can do is what I did today ask to be put in the cancellation book so if someone cancels I can grab their old appointment.
My Naturopath is a Dr but not medical -he is really trying to help I wish the Dr's would be as helpful
Donna thankyou to you as well , it was 4 weeks yesterday since Smash has been gone & just everything reminds me of her & now my old boy is unwell
sick all day yesterday so off to the vet when I get payed I honest to god cannot understand all of what is happening...what a challenge not to smoke.
I am so very sorry to hear this year has been your worst too I hope you are feeling a bit better -stress is a horrible thing for sure I wish you well as I swear the past 10 years been bloody disgusting & well ALL deserve a good run.
(((HUGS To You All)))
Simone
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marw
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Posts: 3634 Location: Chicago, IL
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Posted: November 18, 2005 4:04 AM Post subject: |
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Hi Simone,
Not to worry about leaving the computer. I do the same thing. I go to the kitchen to snack and then forget to turn it off, or even to put up the "Away" sign.
I think you are not only coping well, do are doing a brilliant job of the quit!! Really mean that. Keep telling yourself how good you are at that, and any little reward you can get for yourself....even a wildflower....is an aid to the Quit!
I'm so sorry to hear about more stress and illness for your other boy. He is a boy? I do hope you got a good report from the vet. Will you let us know how he is? I am a animal lover. I used to have a cat, too, but now just have a dog. I also only have 1 pet, because it became too expensive to get their shots and all the things they need at the vet. I think this is such a shame, when so many animals need homes!
I will be hoping for one of those "cancellations" at the doc for you! You never know, it could happen! I got one for myself, and now have a back appointment tomorrow....thank heavens, as the PT, although she tries so hard cannot seem to relive this pain. This is the first time that has happened. Usually she can. If I had not gotten the cancellation, I would have had to wait about a month, but that is nothing to what you are having to wait!! The longest I have had to wait here is 3 months, and that is for the cncer specialist that I want to give my 3rd opinion on the thyroid cancer possibility. Most likely I do not have it, but I wanted to be sure and want this man's opinion.
I always think Australia must be so beautiful. Where do you live? It sounds lovely there!....Of course, winter is starting here, soo it is not lovely at all....and COLD COLD COLD!!!
I will be on the boards again for a little while....I always am when I am posting, but then will go to bed tonight. Got to get up tomorrow, and I am used to sleeping in! Have gotten quite lazy since I retired!
I will hope to hear from you again tomorrow if I don't tonight. Sleep well!!
.....Oh, sorry about that ...forgot, it is daytime there! _________________
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swaneem
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Posts: 1298 Location: Arizona
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Posted: November 18, 2005 11:54 AM Post subject: |
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Hi Simone,
How is your "old boy" doing? Could he be grieving for Smash?
My kitty has been through a lot too.....I rescued her from the shelter...she ended up on a long distance trip to get here (that's why she was dumped by the first family....they didn't want to take her). In her short life so far she's been thru alot medically. A year ago had surgery to remove stones from the bladder. That's only one event...there's been many. I don't know what I would do without her...she keeps me sane.
Life can be really hard sometimes.....but it can also be pretty wonderful.
Hugs,
Donna _________________
Just when the caterpillar thought his world was
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