Thursday, February 27, 2014

I'm not titanium...

...sadly...
 
Or any of those super strong things that make you able to leap tall buildings at a single bound...
 
...or...
 
Wait.
 
I am mixing metaphors here.
 
Or something.
 
And confusing what I'm actually trying to write.
 
Or just confusing myself.
 
I'm not sure which.
 
But.
 
I'm in the midst of a some chronic illness battles that are leaving me fairly broken and bloody from the fighting. 
 


It has become increasingly difficult to type...
 
It has become increasingly difficult to string thoughts together...
 
...not that I could ever actually do that in a succinct fashion.
 
However.
 
I'm trying to maintain Alphabe-Thursday until the letter Z this round and I will get the links up each week so you can continue with our lovely little community of support and interesting subjects...
 
I am just unable to participate in much right now such as visiting you all and even linking my own posts for this round.  
 
I'm seeing some really good new doctors and having lots and lots of tests over the next few weeks...
 
I'm hoping for progress with some of these difficult medications I'm taking for now...
 
...and I'm feeling  confident in saying, "I'll be back."
 
But the truth is, both the pain and the treatments seem to be draining me of all  energy.
 
So...
 
For now  dear blog friends...
 
The links are pre-posted clear through the letter Z.
 
I'll check in when I can.
 
Because I miss you all.
 
And I really, really like you all.
 
And because I kinda/sorta hate when pain wins out over what I want to be doing.
 
I'm cranky like that.
 
And getting crankier.
 
Sigh...
 
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44 comments:

Ms. A said...

Jenny, since you are seeing a new doctor and having tests done, you should have them test you for an MTHFR mutation. All these years I've been searching and thought that one only had to do with fertility and pregnancy loss. Was I ever wrong about that!

Pat Tillett said...

Hi Jenny! I'm so sorry that you are ailing so much. All the positive and healing thoughts I can muster are flying your way. You take care of yourself. You are one of my favorites and I hope to see you back here and feeling better soon...

Lola said...

So sorry to learn about this - do hope all the new tests prove successful and you're feeling so much better soon.

Kathy Felsted Usher said...

Sending prayers that you recover quickly.

Jenny said...

Dear Jenny,
I am so sorry to hear you're laen down by this battle but you will overcome in the long run. Keep going on. One day at a time. Do you have arthritis, rheumatisn, fibromyalgia? and the list goes on. Getting old sucks!@#$#!@@%%##@^&* because with it comes a whole bevy of invaders. Trust in the Lord. xo Jenny

Theresa said...

I will pray for you dear Jenny that the pain will go away. I will miss you terribly, but just come back when you feel better! Love you!

Julie Kwiatkowski Schuler said...

I hope you feel better soon, Jenny. You are a great lady, so witty and honest. Blogland is better with you.

Nellie's Cozy Place said...

Morning Jenny,
Haven't been by for awhile and so sorry to hear you are having such
a difficult time, but rest sometimes can be one of your best healers......along with prayers and I will surely put you on my prayer
list hon.
You are wise to take a break, and we will all miss you, and will just have to come and greet you every so often, as we understand
your situation.........
Blessings for a speedy recovery for whatever it is!!
Nellie

The Furry Gnome said...

Good luck!

Margaret (Peggy or Peg too) said...

I hope you begin to feel better soon. Pain in exhausting. You are in my prayers my friend.

Jeanie said...

I am so sorry you are dealing with such difficult health issues. I hope you find healing solutions very soon. You will be in my thoughts.

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Jenny, I've been missing you and somehow knew you were struggling. I'm keeping you in my prayers for a positive outcome of this time in your life. Big Hugs!
Linda

lissa said...

I'm sorry to heart that but I hope you'll get better real soon. and just take as much time as you need.

hope you'll return soon. have a good day.

21 Wits said...

So very sorry to hear, and my best wishes for you being able to find the right cures, and get you back up on your feet! Keep your head emotionally happy and so will it slip into through your heart and fall into your feet, making you all well again. You are a survivor and a lover of life and all....hug your loved ones and GET BETTER QUICKLY! I miss seeing our Jenny here.

Nonna said...

Oh, my dear Jenny, I am so sad that you are going through such awful times and terrible pain !!! Just checking in to tell you I miss you and pray your DR's can find relief for it all !

God bless you always,
Hugs,
Nonna Beach

Janie Junebug said...

I'm so sorry. I'm praying for you and shall continue to do so.

Love,
Janie

WordsPoeticallyWorth said...

Good luck to you and your health.

Thank you. Love love, Andrew. Bye.

Anonymous said...

Oh dear Jenny, I can hear the pain in your words. Rest and take care of yourself, see you back here just as soon as you feel stronger.

Anonymous said...

Oh dear Jenny, I can hear the pain in your words. Rest and take care of yourself, see you back here just as soon as you feel stronger.

Melinda said...

So sorry to hear that you are having a difficult time right now.
Hopefully the new Dr's will be able to help. No fun at all.

Blessings and prayers for you and your recovery.

M :)

Unknown said...

Oh Jenny....I so know what you mean....this illustration is so perfect! I have been in therapy for about 5 months now and I am finding out that a lot of my physical symptoms go with my emotional well being also......I also have a bit of a journey ahead of me, I will be thinking of you every day sweetie and sending you loving peaceful painless vibes....Take care my friend....Hugs, Sandy

Rita said...

Oh, I am so very sorry! I live with chronic pain and even what I have can be totally debilitating and overwhelming sometimes. Sounds like yours in much worse. You poor thing! I hope they can find something to help you--and you are in my thoughts and prayers. love and hugs!! :)

"Alone again.... naturally!" said...

Oh Jenny, I am so sorry that you are in this battle...but I know you can fight the good fight and you will be back! I really miss seeing you here, and you coming by my blog, even though I haven't written much lately either. Take care. Sending all the healing vibes I can muster. Cathy

Gattina said...

I don't know what you have exactly, but it doesn't sound good and rather painful ! I wish that your doctors will find an appropriate medication and treatment so that you will get better soon ! Meanwhile take good care of yourself ! Big kiss !

Personalized Sketches and Sentiments said...

Lots and lots and lots of hugs, love and prayers dear, dear friend! We all miss your sweet, encouraging visits and look forward to hearing that you are doing better and better. May the peace of the Lord fill you, and the joy of the Lord is your strength!

Blessings & Aloha!

pasqueflower said...

So sorry to hear of your struggles.
Wishing you peace and healing.

Beth said...

Get Better! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com said...

I am so sad to read this, Jenny. You have been one of my first, most longstanding cheerleaders. You are very special to everyone who knows you. I love you and will be sending healing thoughts and prayers.

xoRobyn

Lisa {aka LDB Taylor} said...

Praying new doctors and treatments help! I miss Saturday Centus and well know how health problems can be. Blessings to you!!

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry to hear about this. I knew you were struggling, but I had hoped you'd be feeling better. Sending all kinds of goatie hugs to make you feel better. (it always helps me). Take care of yourself.

Anonymous said...

By the way, my OCD tendancies really appreciate the effort you took to take us through the letter z. ;-)

Busy Bee Suz said...

Oh no Jenny. I was wondering where you've been….and I was hoping it was because you were traveling the world. Prayers that the Dr's find the cause and help you to feel better.
Love to you!
XOXOXO

Willoughby said...

I'm so sorry to hear that you're not feeling well! I wish there was something I could do for you (if there is pleeeeeease let me know), so I'm sending big hugs, prayers and well wishes your way.

Take care, my friend. I'll be keeping you in my thoughts.

Unknown said...

So sorry to learn about this - do hope all the new tests prove successful and you're feeling so much better soon.
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Betty said...

Oh Jenny...I am so sorry to hear about what you're going through. You've always been so supportive of us through Reid's illness and I hope I can now do the same for you. I hope and pray the tests get to the bottom of things and a successful treatment is found. You need to feel better so you can make that trip to Ireland!!! When you're able please post and let us know how things are going. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Rocky Mountain Woman said...

hugs to you sweetie - you'll win in the end, because you're stronger than you know...

xxoo,

RMW

mrs. c said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray that you will become healthy again very soon!

Anonymous said...

So sorry to hear this. You know I'm all too familiar with long term hard-to-diagnose chronic illness and I know one of the biggest challenges is holding onto optimism. Just take care of yourself. AlphabeThursday will be waiting whenever you're ready. Blessings, Leigh

Unknown said...

I am not sure how I missed this post. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

EG CameraGirl said...

I'm feeling very sad that you are not well, Jenny! I hope your doctors can help you! You are in my prayers.

Little Wandering Wren said...

How thoughtful that you thought of us all from A-Z. Horrible to think of you in pain and discomfort and sending you lot's of love from afar!
Wren x

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

I'm so sorry to read you are ill, Jenny! I hope you will find out what is going on and find a good and helpful treatment. My thoughts and prayers are with you! ((( Hugs)))

Splendid Little Stars said...

(((((Jenny)))))

Moore Minutes said...

Oh Jenny, I am so sorry! I have had some small medical issues and it amazes me just how much they derail life and make everyday living difficult. I can't imagine dealing with the extent of things that you have. My heart goes out to you! I know you've struggled for awhile yet you've always kept your chin up, gracing us with your fun personality. We all love you! No worries, come back when you can girl. <3