Fortunately,
I have my daughter Lily who will do, in an instant, anything I ask her to do ~ oh, my sweet lovely child.
My husband Mark who has been cooking and cleaning (!!!!) and soaking up the kids attention.
My sitter Michelle who helped with the kids on Monday and drove me to my appointment.
My friend, Shannon who came over to sweep my floors, tidy toys, hold Max and take photos of Lily's room for my Thursday blog post.
And some entertainment... Project Runway from Netflix, the latest Cloth Paper Scissors (SO GOOD) and a wonderful poetry book to read - 'The Best of Irish Poetry 2010' (thanks Mum) and a new online drawing workshop hosted by Carla Sonheim called the Art of Silliness. And of course I have the constant chatter of children to keep me company.*****************
So while I heal enjoy some visual poetry from our recent trip to the Houston Aquarium.
I feel for you Shona, I know exactly what you're going through.
ReplyDeleteMy suggestion is ice and heat alternating every 15 minutes. It may give you some relief.
Kim
So sorry you're in pain, I know how awful back pain can be. Hope you feel better soon. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSorry aboutyour back pain! I really love your pictures!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your back. My hubby has the same exact issue! It stinks. Glad you have so much help/company!
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon!
So sorry to hear your back has gone. I so know what you're going through, have reoccuring back problems too. Ice, heat and rest. Hope you feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteOh gosh...mommie, you back again! Children be good to your mommie. Sore backs hurt! They really do. Keeps us from lifting you up in our arms. Mark and everyone keep our creative Mommie resting peacefully...if that is at all possible. Hee Hee...but really feel better soon. Real Soon. God Bless you all..Eden
ReplyDeleteI'm so so sorry about your back pain. My husband suffers from this as well; so I know from watching him how awful it is. His doctors have all told him to alternate the ice and heat. Rest is also a key issue; so try to be very careful not to overdo if you start to feel a little better. Wise to pace yourself. It's so nice that you have such a supportive network of family and friends to look after you. I hope you heal up quickly.
ReplyDeleteI love your photos. It's obvious that you love your family very much and strive for quality family times together. Your children and husband are very blessed to have you for a wife and mother.
Sounds like you've got a great tribe looking out for you! Rest and enjoy the down time.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures from your weekend! Looks like a magical time for all.
Has your physical therapist given you exercises to do to support proper alignment in your back and hips? After having children, many women have imbalances in the sacrum and specifically the ligaments that hold it in place ... there are exercises you can do to support it. "Back Care Basics" is a good book with general postures we all can do for healthy backs.
take care and enjoy Project Runway!
You need a good, long massage honey :)
ReplyDeleteouch ouch ouch i know what your going through,rest up looks like your beeing well looked after, love the picies
ReplyDeleteI am presently reading your wonderful book and new to your blog...i am not a big 'commenter' but when i read your post, it struck home...i had a herniated disc when my daughter was 4 months old, could not move, or lift etc...fortunately you have such awesome help. i did not find relief from western medicine (ie painkillers, physical therapy etc) but rather through Iyengar Yoga. Just wanted to share and let you know that i am sending out positive healing vibes.
ReplyDeletesending lots of back healing vibes your way, take care. warmly, s
ReplyDeleteWishing you pain free soon! LOVING those pictures. The retro colors are so smooth! I am inspired.
ReplyDeletesending love to your back,
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to bring you back,
to all you adore
swimming in.
xox
Oh! I am so sorry! Back pain is the worst because you can't do anything but wait for your body to heal itself.
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel better soon.
Hugs,
My husband has this same [rob;em and once it happens he cannopt stand up straigh. Itstead of forwards he is bend sideways. Awful pain. Sosorry for you right now. Sending healing prayers your way.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the photo poetry. I love seeing things through others peoples eyes and those kids of your are darling.....
oh ...so sorry that you are in pain...you take good care...I enjoyed all the links...especially the mosaic with your husband kids and the cat...what a cool project
ReplyDeleteMy back was never good to begin with but three pregnancies in 4 years has taken a toll. I spend a lot of time at the chiropractor even though I am dubious at the long term benefit. Short term it's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better!!
I'm sorry to learn that you suffer from back pain and that your hips rotate, too. I have this! Glad to hear that you see a physical therapist ( I do, too) but maybe ask him about your "SI" joint. I get problems in this pelvic joint/area when I twist or move a certain way, too, and especially when I squat down or lift anything, but after being treated for this SI problem and doing stretches, I even helped my neck pain and headaches, not just the backaches. I really hope this helps. Best wishes are being sent t you! (I love this new issue of Cloth Paper Scissors!!! Saw your work!). Thanks again, Kathy
ReplyDeleteGet well soon Shona - back pain is so debilitating.... Take care.
ReplyDeleteOh Shona -- get well soon! I can very well imagine how you must feel now -- been there, too. ARGH!
ReplyDeleteTake good care of yourself! Once again -- get well soon! I will definitely keep you in my thoughts.
Hugs,
Birgit
Here's to a speedy and healthy recovery. Isn't nice to have so many blessings despite a setback (ugh, pun!). Enjoy the time on the couch, you'll be up and around soon.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your well wishes.
ReplyDeleteI have been resting with a heat pack and fortunately, though I am still sore, the spasms have been kept at bay. Hopefully, by the weekend I will be healed and then next week I have an MRI appointment, so hopefully I will find some long term solutions.
Shona
Hi Shona, I'm so sorry you are still feeling so poorly. I'm glad Shannon is there to help..and your sister.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are wonderful! The kids look like they are having a blast..and Max..wow...he gets cuter every day! Love and prayers,
Donna
oh no..i know back pain too well i am afraid...2 whiplashes has left my lower back in pain always...some days are better than others and i know that wrong tiny little move can make it twinge like ouch!!!!! then the vftermath...oh no...no muscle relaxants or pain killers....well you are doing the right thing by resting it...i am sure mark will give you some lovely massages which i am sure will help too...hope you can lie on your tummy even though you are nursing!!!!get better!!!xxx
ReplyDeletesending lots of positive healing your way...perhaps you could try some yoga in the future to strengthen your core and back muscles. thanks very much for your nice comment on my poetry tote..at least you can use this time to perhaps rest a bit and let others take care of you for a change..wishing you well and take care
ReplyDeleteoh i have been there and it is so
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especially so for a 'go getter drinking up every ounce of life
gal' like you
and lovely you to have all these
wonderful friends and family taking
care of you so beautifully
sending you love and hugs
have you seen 'city of dreams?'
i think you would relish that...
Oh Shona my heart goes out to as I'm experiencing the very same problem. Well actually I have DJD but this time the Sciatic nerve has giving me a fit...had MRI and waiting for the reading...You are so blessed to have your darlings to help...I'm alone until hubby comes home. Gentle hugs to you sweetie!!!
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sorry to hear that you are not feeling well. i also have back problem so i can imagine how bad it is. sounds like you are in good hands!!
ReplyDeleteshona...i feel your pain. we have the same issue. the first time my low back went out was in about 1996, in ireland, checking out of a hotel in limerick, i think. i bent down to pick up my suitcase as the elevator arrived & that was it. i started yoga upon returning home & spent many a class either going into spasm because my back was going into place OR going into spasm because my back was going out!!! it's such a very frustrating thing because no one seems to offer anything to PERMANENTLY fix the problem. my guess for me is that is stems from weak abdominals. feel better. sounds like you're being as positive as you can be in your situation.
ReplyDeleteOh Shona. I will pray for you. I remember when that happened to you once when I was around. It was awful to watch you in such pain. I hope our Lord heals you soon. What a loving Father to provide for you every need, even in pain.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine what you must be feeling. I hope you recover quickly.
ReplyDeleteOh dear, Shona... I hope your back feels better soon. So glad to hear you've got help at hand. Sending healing vibes your way...
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