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Asking for help
Posted On: 08/11/2008 14:19:28

I'm going to be having surgery on Aug. 22nd and my family will not be able to come stay with me, so I've asked friends/supports in the program if they would be willing to help out... of course they said yes without hesitation.  I have been blessed with some of the BEST friends ever, another gift of this program. But it's put me in a very vulnerable position because I have to trust other people to be there for me, and to help with my most basic of needs.. Like feeding me, helping me clean up, walking my dog...etc. etc.... I also have a concern about the pain medication. I will be writing down exactly what I take so that there's structure around it, but it still scares me a little bit.  I was such a pill poppin fool in my past.
I'm lucky in that I have alot of close friends in the program, and they have assured me they will be there 100% which is such an AWESOME thing. 
I think of myself as a very independent person...so once again there is a chance for growth here.  A chance for me to be able to let people in.  To accept help, love, and support will not be new for me, but on this deeper level it will be.
Thanks for letting me share.
Grateful recovering alcoholic named Sunshine.
p.s. Prayers are always welcomed


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From: Kariemac
09/19/2008 23:06:19

Hi
I know your surgery has come to pass but I hope your recovery in all ways continues.
You sure seem active on this site and an encouraging spirit- no wonder you had a lot of supports when you needed them.
Kariemac



From: Nia
08/12/2008 07:32:58

Just keep praying (and in with that put gratitude-) sometimes I envision wrapping myself in soft healing colors.

Sounds like you have been reaching out for help from our wonderous fellowship- TRUST is something we need to act 'as if' with sometimes- make yourself a simple little mantra- I use " All is well" with emphasis on whatever part I need to believe at the moment, and sometimes I hum or sing it!    Blessings, Nia



From: crow73
08/11/2008 18:22:06

I've been clean a little over 18 months, and had two surgeries done on my bladder. I got through it fine, but I can understand how you feel. As of lately I may have to go in for a third if my symptoms don't get any better! If I go see the uriologist he will schedule it that day so I'm trying to hold off as much as I can. I have to go through this every year just about for the rest of my life unless they find a cure for what I have! It's called Interstitial Cyctitis!?! Very Very painful I might add! Just hang in there, and we will keep you in our prayers! Take care
--Angie Fallowfield

From: godluvsall
08/11/2008 17:40:27

I'm right with you sweetie in spirit!  It's amazing how our recovery brings people together. I'd be right there next to ya if I were closer!
Sending prayers... Tina

From: serenity_angel
08/11/2008 14:56:48

You are always in my prayers and for this I will be there for you!

Take care my special friend x


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