shadeygreyskies
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So many folx don't see the price we pay for doing every day things most people take for granted.

I can and do still do a lot,
partner says probably too much,
if I can,
when I can,
while I still can.

Because it needs to be done and we're not made of money.

But, oh, does it cost a lot later.
In response to That Joe JustUs Fellow.
04:28 PM - Apr 17, 2024
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Linda Eisenstein
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In response to shadeygreyskies.
This. Grocery shopping used to be a no-brainer. Now I have to carefully note how heavy I’m making each bag, park close to my steps, possibly plan a rest between bag #2 & #3 , drag them carefully inside the porch pantry, put fridge items in different bags from pantry items, etc. Then rest or nap.
04:56 PM - Apr 17, 2024
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shadeygreyskies
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In response to Linda Eisenstein.
I hear ya.

The mental gymnastics required to handle the physical are almost as exhausting as the work itself.
05:04 PM - Apr 17, 2024
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That Joe JustUs Fellow
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In response to shadeygreyskies.
I empathize with you.

I can’t do housecleaning or laundry without feeling pain for 3 days.

I use Biofreeze and a Tens machine for my back alone.

I had to start using a pillbox too.
04:50 PM - Apr 17, 2024
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shadeygreyskies
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In response to That Joe JustUs Fellow.
Biofreeze, Dragon Balm, and capsaicin patches keep me mobile.

And edibles.

Doctors are so confused when I say I have chronic pain but don't want any opiates or opioids. My system does not tolerate them - at all. Even Naproxon/Aleve causes extreme internal pain.

CBD and THC make me tolerable.
05:16 PM - Apr 17, 2024
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