tfdchief injured in accident

[Backwoods Savage]

I agree Steve. When I had to wear the brace I sweat so badly that I had to start using a cortisone cream to combat the rash that started.

 

[snowleopard]

So not really a joke, but a story for you:

A farmers says to his son, "Son, go out into that field, and you see that large rock out there?"
Son says, "Yeah, Pa."
Farmer says, "Go push it"
Son heads out to the field and starts pushing. After a few hours he comes back totally defeated and frustrated. "Pa, you told me to go push that rock but it didn't move."
Farmer says "Son, I told you to push the rock, not move it".
So the son heads back into the field and keeps pushing, every day, until he can't push anymore.
The farmer comes out one sunny day and he points at the ground and says to the son, "See, even though I only told you to push, you've moved the rock anyway."

Hang in there.

 

[tfdchief]

I agree Steve. When I had to wear the brace I sweat so badly that I had to start using a cortisone cream to combat the rash that started.

BS, You did the trick, thunderstorm went through and it dropped 20 degrees here. I figured you were in a brace sometime in your life. I am beginning to think you are superman.

 

[tfdchief]

snowleopard, I will keep pushing on MY ROCK. Thanks for the inspiration. Steve

 

[raybonz]

I agree Steve. When I had to wear the brace I sweat so badly that I had to start using a cortisone cream to combat the rash that started.

BS, You did the trick, thunderstorm went through and it dropped 20 degrees here. I figured you were in a brace sometime in your life. I am beginning to think you are superman.

He was Superman when he was young but now he is just Supperman lol..



Ray

 

[Backwoods Savage]

I agree Steve. When I had to wear the brace I sweat so badly that I had to start using a cortisone cream to combat the rash that started.

BS, You did the trick, thunderstorm went through and it dropped 20 degrees here. I figured you were in a brace sometime in your life. I am beginning to think you are superman.

Ya, more than once too.... But no superman here. I'm just a normal sort of guy who just happens to like helping people. That help could come in many forms. Even a laugh now and then, an encouraging word, physical help, etc. Just trying to do what the Good Book says I should and enjoying it.


Now if you could send some of that rain this way it would help. Nothing in sight here. More water hauling tomorrow.

 

[Backwoods Savage]

I agree Steve. When I had to wear the brace I sweat so badly that I had to start using a cortisone cream to combat the rash that started.

BS, You did the trick, thunderstorm went through and it dropped 20 degrees here. I figured you were in a brace sometime in your life. I am beginning to think you are superman.

He was Superman when he was young but now he is just Supperman lol..



Ray

Looks like you nailed the last part good Ray. :lol:

 

[tfdchief]

OK Dennis, I will work on the rain for you, great relief. And now I am going to eat supper lol. Ray, You didn't hear that.

 

[ddddddden]

WoW! Who knew that heating with wood was such a dangerous sport?
Best wishes for your health!

 

[tfdchief]

WoW! Who knew that heating with wood was such a dangerous sport?
Best wishes for your health!

Thanks Den.

Now that I have been home again for a while, starting over.....getting settled, and in a routine has been difficult. I feel some better now, but I still can't seem to get myself settled into this new way of life. It has been really hard for me. I just feel so trapped. The stool broke, the cloths dryer broke, etc. and we had to call someone to fix them. I have always done those things myself. I had to quit smoking and that has been a constant nagging issue on top of everything else. Sorry, just feeling a little sorry for myself today. This place does help a lot though. It gives me something to do, and really, I think that is my biggest problem. Steve

 

[Jags]

Sorry, just feeling a little sorry for myself today.

That is not an uncommon reaction to a debilitating injury. The feeling of uselessness, pity, depression is real. Don't ignore it, but keep reminding yourself that this is all temporary. Focus more on the recovery process. If doc allows, take many small walks. Even to the kitchen for a glass of water, etc. Keep your mind occupied. Read - computer games (laptop), build a ship in a bottle, etc.

Its all temporary. Keep a positive mind. OH - and don't forget to eat WELL. Your body needs all the right stuff to rebuild.

It is a lot of work, my friend, but sometime in the future you will look back at this and realize just how amazing the human body is.

 

[heat seeker]

We're pulling for you, you're not alone!

 

[begreen]

td, do you like to read? If so, what kind of books? Maybe we can drum up a good reading list for you? I have some suggestions.

 

[tfdchief]

Jags, I guess I should know all of that, but you reminding and encouraging helps. Thanks.

heat seeker, thanks

BG, I have read occasionally but have never really had time. I can enjoy a good book but rarely. I would try any suggestions. Its just hard to tell you what kind of reading material interests me. Some of the topics on this forum can really get my interest others don't. When I am interested, I read every word. And I spend several hours each day on here reading posts. I know that's not much to go on but thanks for the help and advise. Steve

 

[BrowningBAR]

Jags, I guess I should know all of that, but you reminding and encouraging helps. Thanks.

heat seeker, thanks

BG, I have read occasionally but have never really had time. I can enjoy a good book but rarely. I would try any suggestions. Its just hard to tell you what kind of reading material interests me. Some of the topics on this forum can really get my interest others don't. When I am interested, I read every word. And I spend several hours each day on here reading posts. I know that's not much to go on but thanks for the help and advise. Steve

Sounds like a big stack of comic books would go a long way. We'll all chip in and buy you some Spidey footy pajamas.

 

[begreen]

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larson is a good read. Well written and addictive. There are 2 sequel books if the first catches your interest. If you like American history, 1776 by David McCullough is a great read. He's an excellent writer and also wrote John Adams and Truman.

Another thing you might try are the History of Rome podcasts. This is an amazing effort by Mike Duncan. It's online and free. Excellent work with 144 chapters so far and still evolving.
http://thehistoryofrome.typepad.com/

 

[tfdchief]

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larson is a good read. Well written and addictive. There are 2 sequel books if the first catches your interest. If you like American history, 1776 by David McCullough is a great read. He's an excellent writer and also wrote John Adams and Truman.

Another thing you might try are the History of Rome podcasts. This is an amazing effort by Mike Duncan. It's online and free. Excellent work with 144 chapters so far and still evolving.
http://thehistoryofrome.typepad.com/

Thanks a lot BG. I am going to have my wife get a couple of your suggestions and give it a try. The first one sounds like what I need. I really need a book to grab and keep my attention.

 

[Danno77]

how to fell a tree by jeff jepson? a book about trees and chainsaws might be interesting, i dunno.

when i had my major injury, i think it was early fall of 99. i was out of commission in a major way and depression because of the limitations hit me bad. I'm big time into skiing, so i drowned myself in technical books and magazines. when i first felt able to hit the slopes i found that my increased skill level almost completely compensated for my decreased physical ability.

there was a study done once (has probably been repeated by now) where they took non golfers and seperated them into groups. one group they told them ti visualize a long put. to think about everything from posture to minute movements they'd make in their swing. the other group just got handed a putter and was told to make the shot. there was a significant difference in the success of the group that visualized and thought about their shot. no instruction was given to anybody.

point is this, don't consider this down time. be active in increasing knowledge and skills in ways you might not have stopped to do before

 

[Battenkiller]

Get yourself a Kindle, or if you have a smart phone, just get the Kindle app. Thousands of free books on there. Just stay away from all the free porn. You're in no condition to be getting all hot and bothered right now.

 

[HollowHill]

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larson is a good read. Well written and addictive. There are 2 sequel books if the first catches your interest. If you like American history, 1776 by David McCullough is a great read. He's an excellent writer and also wrote John Adams and Truman.

Another thing you might try are the History of Rome podcasts. This is an amazing effort by Mike Duncan. It's online and free. Excellent work with 144 chapters so far and still evolving.
http://thehistoryofrome.typepad.com/

Thanks a lot BG. I am going to have my wife get a couple of your suggestions and give it a try. The first one sounds like what I need. I really need a book to grab and keep my attention.

If you want a page turner, the Harry Potter series is well written, imaginative, and keeps you in suspense. It's not heavy reading, but it is great fun. I read it to my son at bedtime for years and we both enjoyed it. The movies can't begin to capture the experience. Maybe you and your grandson could enjoy it together.

 

[GAMMA RAY]

I don't feel that you are feeling sorry for yourself Steve. I think you are going through a part of the healing process. Many people think the stages of grief only pertain to the loss of a loved one. When a person suffers trauma, whether physical, mental or both, he/she can experience those stages. It's part of the healing process and these fine folks here have given some darn good suggestions. Focus on the positive and feed yourself well; physically and mentally. I think reading some good books/magazines is a great idea. I have always enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles. It has been "therapeutic" for me in some strange way during stressful times in my life. When I was a little girl I would sit with my grandpop and we would put a puzzle together for hours. You are in all of our thoughts and I think you are having some "healing" pains that will get less and less as time goes on. Take care Steve. ;-)

 

[snowleopard]

Okay, Steve, another twist on the SJOTD: This week, we're going to concentrate on the Important Questions of Life, and ask that you apply your time and wisdom to figuring them out:

A stitch in time saves nine what?
After eating, do amphibians have to wait one hour before getting out of the water?
After they make Styrofoam, what do they ship it in?
Are part-time band leaders semi-conductors?
Are there any unguided missiles?
Are you breaking the law if you drive past those road signs that say "Do Not Pass"?
Are you telling the truth if you lie in bed?
Before they invented drawing boards, what did they go back to?
Can fat people go skinny-dipping?
Can you buy an entire chess set in a pawnshop?
Can you get cavities in your dentures if you use too much artificial sweetener?
Could crop-circles be the work of a cereal killer?
Crime doesn't pay... does that mean my job is a crime?
Day light savings time - why are they saving it and where do they keep it?
Did Noah keep his bees in archives?
Do blind dogs have seeing-eye humans?
Do blind Eskimos have seeing-eye sled dogs?
Do cemetery workers prefer the graveyard shift?
Do clowns wear really big socks?
Do crematoriums give discounts to burn victims?
Do files get embarrassed when they get unzipped?
Do fish get thirsty?
Do hummingbirds hum because they don't know the words?

Thank you for your help.

 

[Frostbit]

Hey Steve, either throw your mailing address up here or send it to me in a private message so I know where to send a care package to.

 

[tfdchief]

Thank you all for your insight and great advise. My wife got me to go to the drug store with her today to find a book, AND it was a nice AC place to walk. That helped my attitude some. I appreciate each and every one of you trying to help. Heck, some of you have been through almost the same thing, so obviously know what you are talking about. Dr. said today the boils are healing really well, so that's progress. My back doesn't hurt as much as the brace does so I think it is healing well too.

Frostbit, PM on the way. Thanks

God Bless, Steve

 

[burr]

Hey Chief, Im sorry for not checking on this site enough (during the off-season), I only found this thread today. Our prayers for a full recovery and thank you Lord for the moral support you have - a close family and these guys here.

I hope as you continue recovery, you can sit around the kitchen table as yer wife loads up that shiny new stove this fall. Good luck and thanks (for your guidance) from yer fellow Buck wood burner