melissatwa's Journal, 19 Nov 20

I would say “Stay calm and be patient” but you’ve got a lot going on and I don’t won’t to sound like I don’t understand. I hope you have some good direction on the PT and alternative exercises now. Moms always have a struggle making time; your schedule has been tossed like a salad and will take a while to sort out, which won’t be easy but I am certain that you can and will do it. I’m sorry you and your family are going through all of this. Stressing about your daughters is awful, and then knee issues on top sounds like time for a primal scream! Praying for you and your family. 🙏 

Thanks to all of you so very much. Liv, no, no one made that kind of recommendation, but I will explore. Ty! Bearnoggin, I know from the tiny bit you have shared, that you are no stranger to some big challenges in life. Thank you for your incredible understanding and faithful support. Peeper, what a grand idea! Hahah! One healthy body between the two of us.  

br_e_co, you are absolutely right that there is so much I can do to keep working out. My struggle is with motivation. All or nothing seems to be a mental issue for me right now. I know what I need to do... I just want to sulk that I have stress and limitations rather than just work at what I can do. Today... Ty! Thank you WFN. The first appointment I could get isn't until the first part of Dec, So am doing what I know and hoping by the time I get in I will be a lot better. Thank you, Jenny. You are a dear!  

Right there with you melissa. All or nothing is a mindset I struggle with. A man once told me he was complaining to God about foot pain. Then he met a man missing a foot. I remind myself of this story often. Helps me with motivation. Appreciate you. Blessings. 

Tom, your words mean an awful lot right now. I've not wanted to share an awful lot lately... I've just wanted things to get better. They are getting better, and it could be so much worse. Back to back trips to the ER in a week for my girl and trying to take care of her. Just drained me, but it also gave us a way to show so much love and care. Good things can come from hard times for sure. Her back will heal, and it is only a fracture that causes pain but no dislocation. It could have been so much worse. Someone said a mom is only as happy as her most unhappy child. I think you could plug in any emotion there and it is true for me. It sure has been a rough year for all of the world. I am grateful for the support from everyone that goes far beyond happiness I lost a little weight or grew some muscle. Our journey is impacted and influenced by a million little and big things. Bless you all for caring!  

Thank you, #One. We have so much for which to be grateful when we look!  

Didn't mean that as a rebuke or anything. My pitty train rides can be long.  

Enjoy your day. Hopefully you can walk and lift some stress away. Breathe deeply... 

Hi Melissa, sent you an email. 🥰 

Hugs and prayers for you Melissa!  

I hope the PT helps your knee now that you have a diagnosis. I will continue to keep you and your daughter in my prayers. I know as a parent we want to take all their pain away. Take care. 💕 

All things considered, I think you are managing very well. Great job on the weight control! One day at a time my friend. (((HUGS))). 💛💜💚 

So sorry, Melissa! Praying that the PT helps. 💖 

You and your family are certainly going through some rough patches. Prayers sent for physical and mental recovery. Take care. You are a strong lady. 

I understand, #One! Thank you for your continual support and wisdom, John! Thank you, bearnoggin and wifey! I really appreciate your words, Roxy Marie. I know you get the whole worrying about kids thing! Sweet Shir, I'm afraid the scale will show an upward movement tomorrow, but I did walk and lift some today, and I spent hours with a kiddo who need me. One step at a time! Thank you so much, newnameMM and kattay! Not the easiest year by far, but I think it has been rough for most. I'm trying to count my blessings, and I'm grateful I have so many! 1m