Hello Friends – It’s been a while. I hope you are all doing well and enjoying nice weather, fresh flowers and other signs of spring. I feel like I’ve been dream-walking through my life. Work, caring for my mom, and repeat.
I appreciate all the well wishes for my mom. I feel so bad for her because shingles has been so much worse for her than even her hip surgery. Unfortunately, she’s still dealing with some pain, which in turn has affected the use of right hand. All of this means she can’t use her walker so she can’t walk without me assisting her.
I’m still providing a lot of care for her but we are starting to see some improvement and hopefully that will continue. So my public service announcement, is that if you are eligible for a shingles vaccine, think about getting it.
On top of this, I was having some issues with my right shoulder and come to find out, I have a rotator cuff tear! Not what I need as I have to help my mom get up, etc. I’m hoping I can put off surgery so wish me luck with PT.
Where does this leave reading and book stuff. I’m very happy to say I have started reading again. I have finally gotten my reading mojo back although I will say I don’t have a lot of time for reading. Or I should say, sometimes I can’t stay awake long enough to make a dent in my books.
The start of spring though has made me feel more positive and I’m learning to accept things as they are right now and not give into to frustration so much. It’s not easy but I’ve been turning a lot to my journaling to help me through this time.
I’m not promising a full return to blogging but hopefully you’ll see me around a bit more. Tell me how you’ve been doing and if you are excited about spring.
Iliana, it was good to get an update from you. Glad you are seeing slight progress with your mom but, sorry about your rotator cuff injury – not fun for sure. Yes, Shingles shots do work; so important to follow through with these. Take care
Hello, Iliana!! So wonderful to see your post this morning!
I’m so sorry your mom is suffering from shingles. It can be so painful! I’m due for my 2nd vax for that and need to get on it this month. I’ve had shingles twice (once when I was only 30) and I really don’t want it a third time. Unfortunately, most insurance and Medicare don’t cover the dual vaccination and it winds up costing about $600 all together. However, it’s worth the cost if it prevents the disease.
I’m so sorry you are having problems yourself. Hopefully, PT will help resolve the issue and you won’t need surgery. {sigh} Caregiving is so taxing on the mind, body and spirit. I feel for you. I hope you can get outside for some quiet time by yourself. At least, before it gets too hot! Take good care, my friend. You’ve been missed.
First your poor mom gets Shingles and now you might need shoulder surgery? I’m so sorry! Life…the gift that keeps on giving. Here’s hoping the PT helps your shoulder, and that your mom feels better soon. Hang in there! I’ll be sending good thoughts and prayers your way. 🙂
It’s good to hear from you, Iliana, but it sounds like life is anything but smooth lately. Hope things improve for your mom soon and that PT will resolve your problem without surgery. Take care.
Ah, Iliana, I’m so sorry you have so much to deal with right now. Keeping you all in my prayers. Hope your mother’s situation will improve and also your own issues will get better as well. Take care sweet friend!
I wish that I could solve medical Robles. Keep taking care of yourself, and don’t feel the pressure to post. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts.
I hope your mother will get better and you take care of yourself too! I’ve also just gotten my reading mojo back, though my reading progress has been slow and I’m working hard to keep my reading on track.
Hang in there, Iliana! Sending positive vibes your way and that things will get better soon! (Hugs)