Just wanted to let you guys know that I’m doing better each day. I am stiff and sore ALL OVER–like every muscle in my body–but so far, I’m free of the warning signs for various complications that I was given at the ER. And after checking with all my doctors, the spell that brought me down appears to have been caused by a combination of low blood sugar and postural hypo-tension. I’d gone too long without eating (never a good idea for a diabetic) and that other thingie is just a long way of saying standing up too fast after bending over. (I’ve had that problem all my life, and as my husband can tell you, I fall down a LOT.)
Tuesday, I’d gotten so busy organizing boxes of folders and files that I forgot to stop for lunch. I was bending over and standing up repeatedly, packing and unpacking various things, and did it one time too often. (For those who aren’t familiar with what happens, think of it as the blood rushing to your head when you bend over, and draining out again really fast when you stand up again, leaving you dizzy.) I’ve only just developed the diabetes issue, but I’ve had the other for most of my adult life, and have the banged up knees to prove it. (Usually I fall forward and catch myself, instead of being poleaxed and landing flat on my back.)
My new plan is to have my iPhone alert me when it’s time to eat, and to sit DOWN when doing things like unpacking boxes. I’m being very, very careful, and I’m not tackling anything strenuous or tiring yet, not even blogging, other than this update. With that in mind, there will be no #FirstLineFriday this week, but assuming all continues improving, things will be back to normal on Monday.
And I do want to thank every single one of you for your kind comments and well wishes. I’m doing a blanket thank you because I don’t yet have the energy to reply individually to all your wonderful responses, but believe me, I read them all! You are such nice folks!! Thank you!
See you next week. 🙂 ❤
I’m so sorry you haven’t been well, but it’s good to hear you’re feeling better. xx Anna
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So glad you’re on the mend. Take it easy Marcia. x
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Glad to hear you are doing better and have no signs of complications. Keep on taking it easy and hopefully you will recover quickly.
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Glad you’re on the mend. Take care of yourself- and remember those carb snacks!
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Glad you’re doing better.
I’ve had the flu so didn’t know you’d had a problem.
I forget to eat too, so maybe I should do what you’re doing and set reminders.
You’d think with a Labrador around who is ever hungry I’d remember to eat.
LOL.
Love and hugs.
“Be Well.”
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Glad you are feeling better,
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Thanks for the positive update. We’ve all been worried about you and I’m sure you can feel the flow of love and good wishes coming in your direction. Be good to yourself! xx
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Glad you are on the mend. Take things easy, though, and don’t overdo it.
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Sensible as always, Marcia… Take care of yourself now…
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Reblogged this on anita dawes and jaye marie.
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Take care Marcia, eat well and eat after every four hours, that’s essential if you are diabetic. Wishing you good health.
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Good to hear you’re feeling better and you have a good plan in place. Take care, Marcia.
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Thankful you’re okay. Be careful lady. We want you to say well.
Lori
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I don’t have diabetes but I do have low blood sugar a lot and I’m awful about eating regular. I’m trying to make sure to eat a full meal three times a day – a protein, a carb and a vegetable to keep it from happening. So glad you are okay!
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Good to hear from you and so thankful you are improving. Take as much time as you need to recuperate. Your friends will be here. ❤
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I am relieved to know you are recovering well, Marcia. I also suffer from low blood pressure so I get this feeling too. Your preventative idea sounds like a good one.
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So glad you’re on the mend, Marcia, and your plans sound good. Have a lovely weekend, hugs x
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I am glad to hear you are on the mend and the worst is behind you. Here’s wishing you a relaxing and easy weekend. You have been on my mind and in my prayers. So glad to hear from you, my friend!
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Glad to hear you’re feeling better, Marcia! Take care of yourself and have a relaxing weekend.
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I’m sorry to hear all this Marsh, but glad to hear you’re on the mend! No need to reply, we get you. Sending hugs your way. ❤
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Happy to note you’re feeling better ❤ I just found this beautiful post today!
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