Thursday, August 9, 2012

Getting over caregiver slump

Doug is really trying to rest more. He does get pain relief while sitting or laying down, so at least the pain is not constant. But he still hurts a lot when up doing things. We have an appointment in Sept to see the Myeloma specialist in Denver; maybe he will have something to suggest.

I had a root canal done yesterday; had a fractured molar that was really giving me pain. Last night
I slept through the night for the first time in weeks. We had to go to an endodontist in Colorado Springs; Doug drove and did well - he got to sit while driving two hours each way and in the dentist waiting room for 2.5 hours.

We continue to unpack boxes and hang pictures at a snail's pace. That's okay - we keep busy between rest periods.

I am slowly getting over my caregiver slump. Being out of pain helps a lot. Tues at Bible study I got all weepy and had to leave. Today four girlfriends called to see how I am doing, plus a friend from Nebraska emailed. I know I have said it before, but we are blessed to have wonderful friends.

Love to all.

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