COLD DARK ROOM

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
Good evening all. I am slowly improving. The virus is losing its grip and I am a little fitter every day. Unfortunately the cough is no better and at times my ribs are aching. I don’t think I need antibiotics. Here in the UK, I need something worse than 4 days of coughing to get them, especially when I am on the mend in any case. Hopefully I won’t need them in future.

Our local newspaper is greatly excited that we might get snow tonight. I shan’t be going out in it if we do. If there’s anything worthwhile I’ll take a photo from the conservatory :D
Glad you're on the mend but sorry that the cough is still hanging around - it takes ages to get rid of. Just rest and make sure you don't go out building any snowmen this weekend.
I'm dreading the snow as I have to go to orthopedic clinic on Friday and don't know how I'll get there. I haven't moved to my sisters yet and I'm really nervous about using a zimmer or crutches outdoors - especially if it's icy. I'm fine in the house and managing to get from room to room; it's hard work but I'm getting used to it. My sister also doesn't like to drive on the snow and ice either so I'm hoping I can get an ambulance with a wheelchair. This is an absolute nightmare for me having to rely on other people it's not something I've ever done. Hopefully there won't be a lot of snow and it won't last. I do feel sorry for our friends in the US who are suffering that dreadful freeze - keep safe anyone who's affected!
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
Ok went to the orthopedic surgeon today. Have a muscle that needs to be reattached and calcium buildup where I damaged the end of my femur. So I will be going under the knife. Next week my wife goes on a cruise starting in Singapore so I will have the operation towards the end of Feb.
I do sympathise with you and shouldn't complain - your injuries sound so much worse than mine. Take care!
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
Yes remove the calcium buildup and a bone spur and reattach part of the muscle. I have been in some kind of pain since the accident in 2015. So life goes on plus I have painkillers :)
Oh my goodness 4 years of it!:eek:
How on earth do you cope?
My injury is a mere scratch compared to yours!
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
OMG Lyn.... that’s just horrible!! I wish there was something I could do for you... I don’t even know what to say.. I will pray for your comfort, peace of mind, and a speedy recovery.
Hugs!!!!
Thanks Heather, these things are sent to try us but all prayers gratefully accepted, I'm sure they'll help!
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
Oh No! I am glad you are otherwise ok. I could never get rid of my torts. That was not fare to ask you to. You are in my prayers
Thanks Cheryl, they don't understand why Lola's welfare comes before everything else and sometimes I don't understand it myself - all I know is I would never just give him up because of my problems.
 

Ray--Opo

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Platinum Tortoise Club
Joined
Oct 14, 2017
Messages
7,018
Location (City and/or State)
Palm Bay Fl
I’m sure your accident affected both of you greatly.. sometimes it’s really hard to make sense of God’s plan for us... but I think as long as you know it’s there, your burden will be less..
Yes it has affected us both. My wife has been my lifesaver. If not for her I would have screwed up my recovery. I know how I am. Lol
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
What happens to him now and does he have to pay for your medical expenses?
Fortunately we have the NHS here so free treatment, but if I have to get specialist equipment to help with mobility for a while or pay for any help then I could maybe claim from his insurance......providing he has insurance of course.
 

Lyn W

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Joined
Jul 22, 2014
Messages
23,497
Location (City and/or State)
UK
Good Wednesday Everyone,
A lot of pain and not feeling well going on in the CDR lately. Although there is some good news as well. Like Sabine's cute little dog (the newest addition to her household), Linda is back and on the mend. Lyn still has a way to go and we need to try and think of a solution for Lola. And Ray having to wait for the end of Feb to start seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Sjoe, it seems that 2019 is not starting off too well. But I am going to believe that if we all think positive thoughts and have positive attitudes then some positivity will start to come back to us.

So with that in mind:

View attachment 263569

Unless you are Mark of course as it always seems to be raining over there.

View attachment 263571

And this one is for all the champions in the CDR (each and every one of you)

View attachment 263573
Some very inspiring comments there Carol, thank you.
 

Ray--Opo

Well-Known Member
5 Year Member
Platinum Tortoise Club
Joined
Oct 14, 2017
Messages
7,018
Location (City and/or State)
Palm Bay Fl
Oh dear. I hope that they can sort it all out. Good Luck with the operation. And lucky wife, I wouldn't mind going on holiday, maybe not on a cruise, I am too scared the ship might sink and I will be eaten by sharks.
Thank you.
Wouldn't it be ironic if you sank and were eaten by a sea turtle. Lol
 

New Posts

Top