27 December, 2012

I have been journaling for more than 40 years and have completed more than 30 blank books filled with journal entries. In writing this blog, I frequently forget that it is a journal. I shall try to remember to use it as a journal with Nick’s Bytes being for other types of blogging.

I spent last night in severe pain—my head, my shoulder, my arm, my hand, my leg, my ankle – all on the left side of my body. Neither ibuprofen nor topical pain relief medication helped.

Obviously, I did not get much sleep last night; it is now after 1:00 PM and I’ve only been awake and functional for about half-an-hour. At least most of the pain is gone; but I remain exhausted.

The Kitty Kids have been well behaved today – very helpful to me with their cuddling and much less demanding than usual. It is almost as if they know that I am ill. 

The pains in my body lessened this afternoon to the point that I have been able to do some of the housework that I have been unable to complete while so  agonized. I am praying that such afflictive discomfort doesn't return!

The pain has returned to my extremities—especially my left hand and, to a lesser extent, my right hand. This is preventing me from grasping things, such as my cup and flatware. I have already had dinner and am glad. However, I had serious problems taking my evening medications; I kept dropping the two pills I need to take. (Finally got them into my mouth along with water).

Next week, after I have money to purchase gasoline, I shall go to the VA ER to request help.