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@marcyk

Hi,
Forgot my name on here.lol. Brain fog I guess. Should show up when you read this.
Been away from here awhile.
Have spinal problems since age 14. Got worse during a bad pregnancy 48 yrs ago and chronic in 1977.
But I managed to stand and teach math in college for 25 years full time but after 2 auto accidents, fibromyalgia, and a balance problem in 2005 my PT convinced me to not go back. I still did part time teaching on and off until I had a stroke in 2009 - from which I supposedly recovered but I have so many problems they don't know which one is affecting my balance. I also have diabetic neuopathy in the nerves in my feet that tell us where we are.
I have a married son who helps do things in my house but he has 4 kiddos- the oldest is autistic and his wife now works out of necessity.
I lost my hubby who did everything for me 5 years ago. He was my best friend on earth and I just cannot get over losing him. So I deal with anxiety and depression.
My knee got worse than my back and I only have a lady who cleans 3 hours a week.
I have been turned down for subsidized car service 3 times. I am too embarrassed to say how many meds I am on. They tell me to take 3 buses to see my son. I haven't been on a bus in over 5 years.
I feel like a complainer writing all this but unfortunately it is my life.
Most of my few friends have moved away or passed away and my neighbors are almost all from a different ethnic group and know none of this. They probably think that I am rich cause I take car service and cabs.
I wish I could go to lunch with some of you or visit or have you visit. You would understand that I cannot entertain you and we would have a great time and forget about reality for awhile.
I wish you all the best from the bottom of my heart.
Toni aka Marcy K

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@marcy Have you tried Access? Its in Calif.I dont know if its in all states I cant walk more then 1/2 a block to get a bus access is subsidized by Gov. Here you should be able to get it.

@marcyk
Hi Toni,
Welcome to our group!
Please do not feel like you are complaining.
All of us are SUFFERING from chronic or acute pain.
The reason we are here is because it gives us the opportunity to 'speak' what is on our mind without any judgement or criticism.
As far as the amount of meds you take, don't be embarrassed.
I take so many that I need to keep a running list because I cannot remember them all and the dosages I take.
I myself take 6 prescribed meds along with 8 supplements and 2 prescribed meds that I take as needed.
So, as you can see, you are not alone!

I am so sorry you are having so many issues and travel added to your problems.
We all have problems associated with our medical/mental/physical issues that we need to deal with one way or another.
As you become more active, you might find someone with similar issues and problems.
If you have the time, go back and read some older posts.

So ask your questions.
Make your statement.
Complain and vent.
Share the success

BTW...….I live in Central Florida and always love lunch dates.

Here's to a pain free day!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)