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Posted 3/4/2014 9:44 AM (GMT -5)
We had been in Wisconsin for the last week. My MIL's funeral and celebration of her life was very nice.

The weather was sub zero the entire time we were there...that really was hard on my breathing, and my whole body. Because of ice storms, we were unable to make it home on Monday. We didn't make it home till last night. The airlines lost our luggage and they are trying to track it. Driving home from the airport was an adventure. The secondary roads leading to the interstate were snow packed and icy. We witnessed many cars in the ditch.

Now for some good news...I'm having my lung biopsy done Mar. 11th. Hopefully they can find out what is going on. Judging by how I feel, I do not think it is good news, but perhaps I can get the treatment I need. I don't believe I've ever felt so weak and lethargic. Last night I slept over 11 hours and yet I'm exhausted.

Today, I will slowly get myself back on track. My goal is to go grocery shopping and make a nice meal. Keeping my fingers crossed that our luggage does show up today.

Welcome to all the newbies...I see there are quite a few since I left. You have found a wonderful place wink

Hugs, Robin
Posted 3/4/2014 10:52 AM (GMT -5)
Robin:
Sometimes it's really really hard to get moving but once you do you feel better. I'm just now getting "back on track" after a month of pretty much hibernating. (I live in Wisconsin). A friend called and asked if I wanted to walk tomorrow at the mall tomorrow. That helps when someone is expecting me to show up, it motivates me. This is the longest winter ever.

Hang tough.
Barb
Posted 3/4/2014 11:54 AM (GMT -5)
Welcome back. That week sounded hard, and the ice storms/cold made everything worse. But you are home now, and can repair/recover, at least until the biopsy.

Family stuff is hard, bad/cold weather is hard, travel is hard, medical scares are hard. Babe, you need something easy now!
Posted 3/4/2014 12:51 PM (GMT -5)
I am glad that you made it home safely. Maybe a little later than planned, but none the less, you made it safely...

I know the feeling of not being on track. I am moving pretty slow with the long winter we are having. It is too cold and snowy for me... South sounds better and better each day. And getting back on track is sometimes a challenge. But Robin, I think you are the type of person that can do anything that you put your mind to.

Best wishes on the upcoming procedure. I hope you get good news...

I hope that you feel better soon. Maybe take a day just to rest and relax.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 3/4/2014 2:08 PM (GMT -5)
Welcome back home, Stranger! I really missed seeing you. I'm so sorry you are so extremely tired but once you get the lung situation taken care of you should be doing much better. You have been through the wringer many times in the past few months. You need a break!

I hope you meet your goals for today. That always is a reason for celebration. I'm STILL praying for good health to come your way. We really love you, Robin and want the best for you.

Have a good day!

Sherrine
Posted 3/4/2014 10:24 PM (GMT -5)
Welcome home.
Take it easy and don't overdo it.
Posted 3/5/2014 1:32 AM (GMT -5)
I am glad your home safely. Take it easy and rest as needed. I know keeping busy keeps your mind busy too, so that must help move the days along quicker. This I how I function anyways. My therapist wanted me to have a routine schedule, so it really has help my pain and repetitive thought.

I pray for the surgeons hands. That God will give them wisdom in your treatment.
Posted 3/5/2014 7:30 AM (GMT -5)
Yay !!! Robin is back!!! So glad you arrived safely. I do hope your husband is doing well also. March 11th. I will be praying extra hard for you that all goes well Robin. I admire your strength, courage and positivity. Take care Robin and know that our thoughts are with you.
Posted 3/5/2014 12:19 PM (GMT -5)
Robin I am glad you made it home safe. I live in MN and it's been a long hard winter. I told my friends I don't think there are enough bottles of antidepressants and vitamin d to get me though this.
Will be thinking of you on Mar. 11th. Stay strong, take it easy and rest.
Posted 3/6/2014 9:26 AM (GMT -5)
Thank You all for your kind words and encouragement. The last few days have been rough. I slept 12 hours last night and the night before and took a nap in the afternoon. I am so very weak.

I've been weaned off the prednisone and not taking any immunosupressants for the autoimmune stuff. I'm in a painful flare. My joints are swollen and my face is broken out in lesions. The fibro is acting up too. I suspect too much stress. Feeling a bit overwhelmed right now. I'm planning on soaking in the tub and meditating.

Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I won't be doing my usual posting...I just don't have the strength.

hugs, Robin
Posted 3/6/2014 10:06 AM (GMT -5)
Welcome back! Yes, this winter has been brutal and sure doesn't help with all the aches and pains and other conditions some of us suffer with. Here's praying you have good news next week. Thinking of you.

Huggles
Donna
Posted 3/6/2014 8:06 PM (GMT -5)
All of the above, Robin. I'm glad you are home, safe.

Could the breathing issues be from too much fluid? I know you said you were on what sounds like heavy-duty meds. I hope and pray the issue is resolved soon, and you're feeling well on the mend.

Praying for you particularly on March 11, but keeping you in my prayers. You've hit some rough patches, and I hope the 'load' on you is eased soon. Take care and God bless you.
Posted 3/6/2014 8:21 PM (GMT -5)
Oh (((Robin))), wishing you all the best. I know you're not up to posting right now, but if you do get around to reading this, I want you to know that you're in my thoughts a lot. I'm so very sorry to hear that you're still having such a hard time....way more than your fair share.

Doggone it!! Life just isn't fair sometimes.

Many hugs,

Debbie
Posted 3/7/2014 1:47 AM (GMT -5)
Welcome back
I too.am glad that you'll made it safely !!

Good luck with the luggage recovery
Since my luggage was stolen in the '70s I pack differently.. the airline barely paid enough to replace the piece of (leather) luggage, much less what was in it: so now I am used- canvas- bag kinda traveler!

Enjoy your R & R!!
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