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Simone



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 4:44 AM    Post subject: SO SORRY FOR NOT BEING ONLINE Reply with quote

Apart from my 17yo Cat having to be put down Sad Sad my friend commiting suicide , myself very unwell Rolling Eyes 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 Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad

Love to all,
Simone xx
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londa



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 9:15 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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
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Simone



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 9:33 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 9:51 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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
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Tammy



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 11:04 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Bless your heart. Lots of prayers going up for you right now.
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swaneem



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 12:43 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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.

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kannprint



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PostPosted: November 12, 2005 1:02 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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.
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Barbara K.



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PostPosted: November 14, 2005 2:14 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very Happy 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.


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marw



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PostPosted: November 14, 2005 5:30 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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



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PostPosted: November 17, 2005 2:47 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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 Mad 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 Smile I am emotionally drained out I could sleep for a year!

Simone
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marw



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PostPosted: November 17, 2005 3:22 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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! Cool Very Happy

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!!!! Very Happy
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swaneem



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PostPosted: November 17, 2005 11:07 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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
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Simone



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Location: Australia

PostPosted: November 17, 2005 9:59 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Apologies Margaret Sad 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 Rolling Eyes

Donna thankyou to you as well , it was 4 weeks yesterday since Smash has been gone & just everything reminds me of her Sad & 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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PostPosted: November 18, 2005 4:04 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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! Rolling Eyes

I will hope to hear from you again tomorrow if I don't tonight. Sleep well!!
.....Oh, sorry about that Laughing ...forgot, it is daytime there! Smile
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swaneem



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PostPosted: November 18, 2005 11:54 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

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
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