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Nancy · by **Nancy** » June 1st, 2006, 9:37 pm

Hi Everyone!

Greetings and thank yous from Lauradr! I spoke with Lauradr this evening and she want you all to know that she really enjoyed reading your posts and very much appreciates your prayers. She saw the doctor today and then goes in again on Monday. It is hoped that at that time the cast will be removed from her right wrist and replaced with a soft cast – like an Ace bandage. It sounds like they’ll take off the neck brace, too.

Steroids are wonderful drugs in terms of aiding the body to fight off infection, to reduce inflammation and to heal the body. They also come with side effects such as an increase in appetite, fluid retention and at times, they can interfere with sleep. Likewise, when the dosage is decreased, joint pain returns, headaches are common, moodiness may rear its ugly head and the aftermath of weight gain can just about do ya in…I am speaking from personal experience here…the steroids have left our dear Laura a bit fluffy and I just ask you all to pray for that fluffiness to vamoose ASAP!

Laura still cannot type or write and it may be a while before she is able to do so – she reads the Forum faithfully, is frustrated because she cannot reply but is happy to hear from you all. She may be ready to return to work in a couple of weeks. Her 3-year-old granddaughter, daughter and hubby are taking great care of her. Laura is one terrific person, I love her to pieces and want her to be restored to wholeness and health – again her doctor mentioned how wonderful it is that she is healthy, strong and in a much better position to heal properly because of her super weight loss success.

Laura, you are a winner! Keep on getting well!

Arklahoma · by **Arklahoma** » June 2nd, 2006, 1:53 am

Thanks for the update, Nancy!!!

Laura ~ I realize you probably have a long road to recovery but looks like you're on the upswing now. I hope you'll be feeling like your old self very soon!!!

Denise · by **Denise** » June 2nd, 2006, 8:59 am

HI Lauradr! I see you online...and wanted to wish you a speedy recovery!

We will all be here when you get better and can join in!

Arklahoma · by **Arklahoma** » June 3rd, 2006, 11:56 am

Hey Laura ~ Just wanted to say ...

JKSRN · by **JKSRN** » June 4th, 2006, 9:05 am

Hi Laura, just wanted to let you know that you have been in my prayers and thoughts. Get well, soon!

Joan

FluffyNoMore · by **FluffyNoMore** » June 4th, 2006, 10:42 am

Laura,

Hope you're good as new real soon. And have no lasting effects from the accident. We miss you on the board, too

You always have kind words of encouragement for everyone. Get well soon.

Arklahoma · by **Arklahoma** » June 4th, 2006, 2:32 pm

Happy Sunday, Laura !!!

Joelie · by **Joelie** » June 4th, 2006, 3:33 pm

Oh my gosh. Laura...I'm so sorry this has happened to you. Gentle hugs for ya.

Been out of pocket for a bit myself and had no idea.
You are definitely in my thoughts and prayers.

And hey...Brian and myself are only 2 hours away from you, if you need ANYTHING...please say the word. We would be happy to help in any way we can. I'll pm you our phone #. Don't reply...just use it if you need it.

mellowmom · by **mellowmom** » June 4th, 2006, 3:46 pm

Hi Laura,

Please, <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/13/13_1_209.gif' border=0>

You are in are thoughts and prayers.

Carmel

Serendipity · by **Serendipity** » June 5th, 2006, 3:59 am

Good morning, Laura. We just got back from our trip (yesterday) and I didn't have access to the forum while I was gone except through my mobile phone.....not easy, lol. But I wanted to let you know that I've been thinking of you and hoping that your recovery is progressing.

Have a happy Monday! :hug:

falisamarie · by **falisamarie** » June 5th, 2006, 5:27 am

Laura~

You are still in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you are feeling much better!

Lisa

lauradr · by **lauradr** » June 5th, 2006, 5:33 pm

I just wanted to say i had a good report from the Dr, and to thank all yall yall are a great!!!

thanks for your PM's and kind words.I love yall and it helped alot. i started back on the plan today, with the help of the meds and the 8 days in the Hospital a gained 27 lbs

but I,m ready to start over, I know even more how important it is for maintace .It still hurts to type but I had to write and let yall know how much yall have helped :bighug:

I will post more later

DogMa · by **DogMa** » June 5th, 2006, 5:43 pm

I bet a lot of that is water. There's no way you gained almost 30 pounds of fat in eight days!!!

I'm glad you're feeling better. Welcome back!

Joelie · by **Joelie** » June 5th, 2006, 6:02 pm

Hi Laura! So happy you are feeling better.

I agree...I bet that is a lot of water weight. You'll be back down in no time!

Arklahoma · by **Arklahoma** » June 6th, 2006, 3:11 am

Happy Tuesday Morning!!!

So glad to see a good report. Take care of yourself.

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