Checking In

Hi Everyone,
So good to see some new faces here.  My life has been pretty insane lately.  Pain in my hips and back has been increasing rapidly, and I am really struggling, because I had two episodes of drinking to get rid of it.  The miracle of that is I was repulsed after a glass each time.  I went back into treatment , outpatient, on my own this time.  

In the past week, I made the decision to move to a smaller place, and it will take place the day after Christmas.  I have done lost my mind.  I am hosting Christmas brunch here with all of my family, and my kids from out of town, including the munchkins.  My kids will help me move, but I am trying to get packed, and it is challenging, because I am moving to a smaller place, so I must either give away, or store stuff I am not going to fit into my new place.

For my chronic pain, we have tried various meds.  My doc does not want to give me narcotics because of my alcoholism.  I can't take the NSAIDS because of my surgery and ulcers.  So, he has referred me to a pain specialist and rheumatologist.

In the meantime, I am attending my AA meetings and talking to my sponsor on a regular basis.

Hugs,
Trish
 

Hi Trish,
Its good to hear from you.  I wish you well in your new place.  I hate moving.  I'm sorry you had a little slip but completely understand the pain thing.  Pain is a horrible thing, especially when you are limited on the kind of meds you can take.  Since we can't take NSAIDS, what about a pain patch?  Just asking.
Good luck to you.  Keep active in AA, they're there to help and guide us.
Kathy

Hi Kathy,
I am sticking with AA.  I am just tired and discouraged by my chronic relapsing. 

Went to a 7:00 a.m. meeting this morning.  Fantastic speaker. 

Trish