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It didn't hurt so bad at the time, so I pulled myself up and hobbled inside to call the ambulance. By the time they got there I was miserable! (no cell phone)

Is this the right time to say you really should have a cell phone? And keep it on you all the time?

My gosh! I'm so glad you are on the mend. These falls can be devastating.
 

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Is this the right time to say you really should have a cell phone? And keep it on you all the time?

My gosh! I'm so glad you are on the mend. These falls can be devastating.
That was what I was thinking too. It is something we have persuaded both sets of parents to do. It doesn’t have to be a smartphone, just something simple that you can use to get help if you need it
 

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Good mornooning all. Just popped in to get an update on Heather’s daughter. I’m off to the rescue now
That’s sweet Linda! She holding strong. She is fighting sedation now. She actually laughed at me because I couldn’t figure out what she was trying to tell me. The nurses had come in to check her as they do every half hour and I could tell she was frustrated. I tried to guess what was wrong and she tried to mouth it but it’s hard to read her lips with the tubes and stuff. I finally offered her a pen and she nodded yes. My little heifer wrote “sleep” on my book Page. She just wanted them to leave her alone. Once we made that clear , she immediately went restful again. We are going to get thru this no matter what. She has heard all that the doctors have said and she is being brave. I couldn’t be more proud.. I’m having trouble resting with her because when I nod off, I am woken Scared to death.. I’m sure this will pass..

I am so looking forward to your rescue pics and I hope it is not too tiring on you.
 

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I’m having trouble resting with her because when I nod off, I am woken Scared to death.. I’m sure this will pass..

Have the staff given you a foldout chair? So you can stretch out? If they haven't, ask for one. It really helps for you to get some deep sleep. Also, ask them about giving you meals. They may charge you a small amount, but it keeps you in the room instead of searching for food.
 

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Have the staff given you a foldout chair? So you can stretch out? If they haven't, ask for one. It really helps for you to get some deep sleep. Also, ask them about giving you meals. They may charge you a small amount, but it keeps you in the room instead of searching for food.
I do have a fold out chair:) my friends brought me a basket earlier today with some water, protein bars , tuna, etc.. they know me, I would never leave her.. once they remove her breathing tube and I know she is comfortable, I will start letting people relieve me for short periods so I can go check on my others. We aren’t there yet.. I think I’m having something like nightmares. The minute I drift off, I seem to wake in a panic that something is wrong.
 

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My poor Cinder is going to be having serious mommy withdrawals.. I think it’s time to start Halloween shopping .. I’m really going to have to let her flaunt her stuff to make up for my neglect!!! Son has already decided on a ninja costume.. possibilities are endless.
 

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I think I’m having something like nightmares. The minute I drift off, I seem to wake in a panic that something is wrong.

That is to be expected. Something is terribly wrong. Your mind and body are on high alert, ready to jump into action...you are protecting your child. As you are able to get over the trauma and start to relax a bit, I think these episodes will go away. For now, just be kind to yourself and acknowledge that you feel like you've been beaten up and are terrified. Try to let yourself have a good cry. Crying is therapeutic.

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How have you been doing? You’ve had a lot of adjusting to do I know.
I'm doing OK. It's over a year since Pete died, so the "year of firsts" is done. You know, the first holiday without him, the first anniversary date without him, etc. COVID quarantine has been tough being alone. If I didn't have my pets I would be bonkers. And I miss my best friend that I lost in Feb. She was the person who knew me better than anyone else except Pete, (and still loved me ? ). She was honest with me, and helped me so much as Pete deteriorated. A genuine best friend.

So I talk to my pets, spend way too much time here on TFO, and go out when I need to. I mourn all the awful stuff going on in this country...the pandemic, the fires, the violence, the hateful politics. I'm lonely and sad, but...well..that's just the way it is right now. I'm already feeling a bit better since the horrid heat we had here has finally gone.

So yeah, I'm OK. My critters are my comfort and caring for them keeps me out of trouble.
 

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That is to be expected. Something is terribly wrong. Your mind and body are on high alert, ready to jump into action...you are protecting your child. As you are able to get over the trauma and start to relax a bit, I think these episodes will go away. For now, just be kind to yourself and acknowledge that you feel like you've been beaten up and are terrified. Try to let yourself have a good cry. Crying is therapeutic.


I'm doing OK. It's over a year since Pete died, so the "year of firsts" is done. You know, the first holiday without him, the first anniversary date without him, etc. COVID quarantine has been tough being alone. If I didn't have my pets I would be bonkers. And I miss my best friend that I lost in Feb. She was the person who knew me better than anyone else except Pete, (and still loved me ? ). She was honest with me, and helped me so much as Pete deteriorated. A genuine best friend.

So I talk to my pets, spend way too much time here on TFO, and go out when I need to. I mourn all the awful stuff going on in this country...the pandemic, the fires, the violence, the hateful politics. I'm lonely and sad, but...well..that's just the way it is right now. I'm already feeling a bit better since the horrid heat we had here has finally gone.

So yeah, I'm OK. My critters are my comfort and caring for them keeps me out of trouble.
What a strong lady you are! I’m sure your loved ones gone are very proud of you.You should share some critter pictures! I just Love critter pics:)
 

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Hmmm...I might know somebody else like that...;)
Ohhh nooo! I am soft and sweet compared to my sister. And seriously, that's the truth. One main difference, she does not have anger management problems like me. But she is cold and deadly. BTW, I talked to her and she really sounded better than she has for a long time. She was responsive, alert and actually conversed with me. She must have been really bored lol
 
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