I have been feeling a bit down for a little while. Not depressed or anything, but not feeling overly joyous either. My back has been the cause of daily pain for me since about January, sometimes to the point I’ve had tears in my eyes it hurt so bad. I don’t think I’ve complained overly much about it (Right, Brian?? 😉 ), but it is just silly to keep on that path. I started to go to a chiropractor this week and saw my x-rays. I’m no doctor, but I’m pretty sure your spine is supposed to be in a straight line and not a wavy one, right?? Oh, and apparently your neck is supposed to have a curve in it and not be stick straight. Who knew??
I am starting on a treatment plan that is going to be multiple adjustments a week for several months. Anything to help with the pain would be an improvement. I’m tired of giving the excuse of “Mommy’s back hurts”, as to why I can’t sit on the floor and play with the kids.
Thanks for all the nice comments on my last post. I wasn’t fishing for compliments, but they are nice to hear. It’s just depressing that I don’t fit into 75% of the clothes in my closet. I’m hoping that once my back feels better I will feel more like walking and doing some exercise. I don’t like how my body feels right now. It’s getting harder to breathe, too. My sports-induced asthma may turn into full blown asthma before too much longer.
The weather here has been gloomy and cool this spring and summer. We already have gloomy and cold most of the Fall and Winter, so maybe a Vitamin D deficiency is part of the problem. Of course, it could be that there isn’t much good news of late. Losing a friend to cancer and the news in general is nothing but depressing.
I feel bad for complaining, truly. My life is not in turmoil like so many others, so I feel a bit like a charlatan in having these feelings. It seems I don’t have a valid reason for feeling blue, since we still have our jobs, our kids, and we are *mostly* healthy. Life could be worse, yes, but it also could be better. That is why I am trying to see past what is bringing my attitude down.
I am trying to change. After the loss of my friend, it has really made me evaluate what is important in life. Life is too short. Focusing on family and feeling better is my priority right now. I’m walking down the path…ever so slowly.
I think life in general has gotten a bit rough for many of us lately.
Whatever our individual circumstances are, plus funky weather, and when was the last time you heard something good on the news?
I think you’re on the right road… focusing on what is important to you – because you can’t help but give of yourself when you do (and you know that comes back to ya).
As for your last post. Seriously… if that is your “motivation” picture, you put the rest of us to shame. Let’s go for a walk together?! Then have some fat free fresh lemonade?
*hugs*
Living with a cervical (neck) curve which is the opposite of what it should be and arthritic, I understand and feel for you.
Keep taking care of yourself…and smiling your beautiful smile.
Losing a friend is hard…
and hurting is never fun…
you are in my prayers…
Oh my goodness… it can be hard to keep a sunny disposition when you are dealing with pain… even the most up person would get to feelin’ down after awhile. Will be praying for you, my friend… back pain is one of the worse kinds of pains to have… up there with kidney stones and child birth 🙂 So glad that you have a game plan with your chiro dr… yay for hope!
Feel better soon!
oh oh and I love your new layout! So classy and celtic 🙂
Amy
I SO can relate having had to deal with headaches. It’s awful having to live with pain. It makes hard things harder. Ugh, hope you find some relief soon.
I hope the Chiropractor can help with all of your pain. It is hard to have a sunny disposition when you are in constant pain and I am sure the weather has not helped matters. You have such a positive attitude. I know sunnier days are ahead.
It sometimes feels like so much work to be *happy* doesn’t it? And couple that with never-ending pain and the pain of losing someone you love…it feels downright impossible. But I know that your path is filled with light, Stacy – you will continue to work on it and succeed. If ANYone has the drive and determination to focus on making something right, you do!
(Love the new look, too! But miss the pics of the imps at the top!)
Well everyone has said everything I thought of to say so I’ll just reinforce the idea of massage to go with your manipulations. The muscles get stuck in the wrong positions if you have been out of whack for a while and they gradually pull the bones back into the wrong position after the manipulations. Also, a tight muscle over your buttock puts pressure on the sciatic nerve which runs right through the middle. Hope your treatment plan is having you feeling fine asap.
I hope you are feeling better soon. Back pain is so disabling. I only had it when pregnant and that was enough. My BFF has it and gets acupuncture and she says it really helps.
sending good vibes your way, stacy :).
I have a genetic skin disorder…it takes all I’ve got sometimes to get through the day, so I hear you. I hate telling my little one to be careful hugging me and no, momma can’t chase you right now. I hope you get relief soon…and I hear ya about getting back in tune with what really matters, life is so short~
Hugs from me!
That photo and the meaning behind it really speaks to me right now. I too am going through a rough time…the hardest time I’ve ever faced. Everything feels like a struggle, and it’s the little frustrations that seem to set me off balance most of all. Seems like everyone is having hard times. Hugs to you!