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Hello, Sue. No, my lady, you didn't step on any toes. Never. You come from a place of kindness, caring and wanting to help. I appreciate your insight, always. I need it. You are a gift.

I met with my psychiatrist yesterday, at Mayo. He's a marvel and sent to me from above. I vented the entire visit. He said I need support, and we will work out getting Rob the help he needs. He is scheduled to see a nurse in neurology who works with his neurologist, also a wonderful doctor, person. She will coordinate with the doc and the Integrated Medicine Dept for other therapies to help relieve stress, pain, teach various therapies, as massage, acupuncture, chiro, biofeedback, CBT and whatever. I didn't realize Mayo offered those services. Silly me. We know these therapies help and have been missing since covid began. He's had no support at all. That appt is next week, so help is on the way there.

I don't think the time is here yet for guardianship. We'll see how he progresses with this support and then, if his mental state doesn't improve, I'll take those steps. I pray with some attention from others, he'll begin to improve in these areas. He'll never be ok, but hopefully improved from the klonopin withdrawal damage.

I received a call this morning from scheduling. My psychiatrist referred me to Integrated Medicine and I have a massage scheduled for next Wed. I started crying at the realization of getting help for me and that someone is looking out for me. Wow. Felt so good, Sue. Hope is a wonderful thing. Knowing, through his action, that someone is there for me makes an enormous difference in my outlook. Hope. I didn't realize how much I'd lost...

They called also to schedule a bunch of lab-work re the kidney issues and a follow-up appt with nephrology. Also, appt with urology/gynocology. This system is remarkable, isn't it. So, I'm on track getting help with multiple areas. Still alone, but not as alone and getting help.

Blessings to you and all. Elizabeth

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@ess77 Oh golly, Elizabeth, I’m feeling this huge sense of relief for you that finally you are getting some help for both you and Rob. You are always giving blessings to everyone else, it’s about time you receive some for yourself!

Integrated medicine is an incredible resource and I’m so glad both you and Rob are now going to be exposed to this system of care! Mayo Clinic gives hope!

Your comment: ”Hope is a wonderful thing…I didn’t realize how much I’d lost.”, touched my heart, Elizabeth. The impact of hope is enormous. I know I’ve posted it before but one of the most profound moments in my bone marrow transplant journey, was when I was quite ill, my night nurse came in to do his rounds. He knew I wasn’t my perky self so he went about taking vitals, pushing meds in my IVs, pouring water all in complete silence. Before he left, he bent down and hugged me and whispered in my ear, “The only thing stronger than fear is hope.” It was the nudge I needed! Hope, it’s a powerful thing.

Take care, my dear. Hugs and hope to you & Rob!

I am so happy that help is on the way for you and your son. Remember that with integrated medicine involved, if you cannot accompany him to an appointment, they can help arrange transportation for him.

And a massage for you...what a nice thing to look forward to.

I am so glad you have persisted throughout the challenges, and getting help.
Have a blessed day. Maybe now you will be able to sleep a little better...
Sue