When It Rains....It Pours!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

It has been a really "lousy" few days in our house.  On Sunday we took my son and a friend to McDonald's for lunch.  I was carrying the tray full of food and drinks when I sneezed.  In trying not to drop the tray, I did something to my back...I heard a "pop" and then couldn't even move.  Trying to get me out to the car would have made a perfect sitcom episode. Being an optimist I figured that if I just went to bed and stayed there overnight, I'd be fine by Monday.  Not a chance.  I got in a fetal position in bed on Sunday afternoon, and that was where I stayed until Monday when we decided I needed to head to the "dreaded ER".  In order to go to the bathroom I literally had to crawl. I realized how lucky guys are that they can "go" standing up.  So, after spending over four hours standing in the ER (sitting was out of the question), I finally was told that it was muscular or a disc, and sent home with muscle relaxers and pain meds.  Well I took the first (and last) percocet, and that's when my "coma" began.  I was loopy, slurring my speech, and a total nut case....not a good reaction.....plus I still couldn't move.  So I decided no more drugs on Monday.  Yesterday, I was able to get in the shower, but then it started to get really bad again.  So, in the afternoon I decided I'd try the muscle relaxers....big mistake.  I also had a reaction to them....stomach and chest pain.  I thought I was having "the big one".  So, no drugs for me....I'm going to "tough it out". 

I don't know about you, but in my house everything falls apart if I'm not functional.  My son kind of "freaks out", and DH is a little "lost" too.  I'm as independent as it gets, so I can't stand to not be able to do things.  I hate it!  Well the Doodles are both males too, and I've learned that they can't handle it when Mom's sick either.  They spend most of their time pacing around or just standing and staring at me in bed.  They want me up and "waiting on them".  It has been raining here since Saturday, and it isn't predicted to stop until Sunday.  So, we're all cooped up here....so not pretty.

In the midst of all this chaos I've been coping with constant runny stools from Murph.  I thought it was a reaction from being on the RX food while we were on vacation, and them putting him back on home cooking without a transition, so I didn't worry too much.  I went out and got more prescription food and started transitioning, but it kept getting worse.  He was also back to having accidents in the house...poor guy.  So Monday (before the ER  trip) I asked DH to get a stool sample up to the Vet.  Yesterday she called to say he has Giardia....of course he does.  So we had to collect all the bedding and wash it, and he and Guinness (precautionary) are both on the meds.  We had been sending them to Daycare for half days till I was moving around a little better, but now that's out of the question.  They aren't allowed on our bed until they are clear, and they don't understand that at all.  There is no nightly "cuddle time".  WTD? 

So, that's what's going on here.  The good news is that I can now sit at my desk, so no more DK withdrawal.  Now if I can just figure out how to keep my guys busy without getting out of the chair or bed, I'll be all set.

[Jennifer and Jack]

Oh Jane feel better, I am so sorry!!!!

[Suzann, Rosey & Bandit]

Oh no Jane!!  I hope you and Murphy feel better real soon!!!  Rosey and Bandit are sending you lot's of doodlekisses!!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Thanks everyone for all your "get well" wishes.  You are all such an amazing support system.  I actually was able to move around a little this afternoon, so things are looking brighter.  My Doods have been so patient...I know they're going crazy.  Nina, you're right, I do need a "wife".  It sure seems like this is not uncommon...lots of you are dealing with back/neck issues.  You certainly have my sympathy after this experience. "F", I'm ordering the book you recommended, and thanks so much for taking the time to share this while you're on vacation.  I hope you're having a wonderful time!  In a couple of days when I can move a little better, I'm going to try a massage.  I wish I could do a hot bath, but I know I can't get in or out of the tub.  Maybe tomorrow.  Anyway, thanks so much again!

[Anna and Achilles]

Oh Jane what a week! I hope things are looking up real soon. Life with men can be very difficult when you are down and out. I feel your pain. Take care of yourself, and get well soon.

[Leslie and Halas]

Oh, I'm sorry you're having such a bad week.  I hope things start going your way soon.

[cheryl & oliver]

Oh wow Jane, so sorry to hear the news...And yes when I am not well, my house goes upside down too, but somehow, just like by you, they manage..Just take it easy, no fast moves or bending, just get rest and feel better soon...Have u tried a chiropracter (sp) some people swear by them, so sorry that meds couldn't help you...

[Carol and Banjo]

Jane - hope your back heals quickly.  Please take care of yourself and let the guys figure things out for themselves.   (It'll be good for them!)    Hoping Murphy is back to normal soon too!

[Nina, Phil, Harlow & Lacey]

Poor Jane.  What you need is a wife/mother type person right now to take care of you.  Same thing happens at my house if I am sick or injured.  Sending lots of positive thoughts your way (and Murph too).  Feel better.

[Doris]

I hope your back feels better soon, Jane.  I have had back problems for 17 years.  Physical therapy, the chiropractor and massage therapy have helped some.  Praying for a quick recovery for you and your doodles!

[Camilla and Darwin]

Oh my goodness, FEEL BETTER! And soon!