That would be me… I am immobile…. resting…. and healing. On Monday or Tuesday I was tossing some toys for the dogs (at least that is what I think was the cause) and inadvertently, pulled, strained or tore a muscle in my back.
When I got up on Thursday morning, I could hardly walk and trying to find balance was excruciating. So I started with ice… and by Friday was using heat, and by Friday evening a bit looser and more mobile, but only to go the bathroom, reheat the rice bag or have a little water. Otherwise it was more time in the chair.
The good news is… today while stiff, walking is easier, but there is still some pain when I move just so- the wrong way. So once again I am sitting in ‘the chair’ with heat. So, for the time being I am down for the count.
Our trip home from the US had us stop overnight in London. DH has a friend from work that lives there, and they (Kevin and Heather O) insisted that we stay with them. They were the greatest hosts. They both had to work of course, but made us feel very welcome and expected. With Tube passes, cell phone and local maps.
Kevin also arranged for us to view the Key Ceremony at the Tower of London. It wasn’t your ordinary daytime tour. This was a night time tour and semi-private. Unfortunately it was typical ‘English’ weather, so we didn’t get to walk and listen to the guide, but we did get to
That is all I have… 2012 is waiting in the wings and will be here soon!!! Ok for me a little sooner than for (most) of you…. Until later….
Happy New Year!!!
Beth
Oh wow. I love your pictures! I hope you feel better soon -- back pain is so hard to deal with. Happy new year -- get out that elephant liquor -- you'll be better soon! (or your head will hurt so much you'll forget about your back)
ReplyDeleteI am trying this again. I have written (really good)comments on several of your posts, but they are not showing up. Hmmm. I wrote one some hours ago, but no, it's not here.So I am trying again.
ReplyDeleteI have total sympathy for the back pain. I've only done something to mine a couple of times, but when I have, it is awful. Take it slowly! I know it is hard to even sleep well.
Your stop in London must have been a wonderful visit! My husband would have loved the Yeoman Warders Pub. Such fun!
I wish you the best in 2012!
Jean
Ouch! Take care, rest, feel better!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year and take care of that back!!!! I've had mine go out as well and all I can recommend is rest, drugs, a good heating pad and gentle stretches. I know, I know.....the stretching seems impossible, but it does help. By drugs, I mean a muscle relaxant, not the painkillers, although they work as well, but only to dull the pain.
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel better soon. We always look forward to your wit and bee- u- ti- ful pictures.
ReplyDeleteBackproblems are nasty - I suffered from it for quite a few years :-( So take care, heat, rest and painkillers are recomended.
ReplyDeleteLondon is one of my favorite cities, so much to see and do - but not nearly as much fun things you saw.
And as usual - your pics are lovely!
Happy New Year back at ya :-D
What great pictures! I've always wanted to go to the British Isles! So cool that I get to travel vicariously like this! Thanks for sharing!
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