[Jan B]

Oh no. Kim, I get more of some of the things I need from my online friends than I get from some close family members. It's so easy to be sad for the horrible lack of support from one you wish and think you should trust & should love you. But we have to try real real hard to not let them bring us down; instead, turn to those amazing online friends (or other friends) to give what you need (support and understanding). I am so thankful for you and so many others here.

We need you here.

[davef]

Kim,

First of here's a hug from a big Irishman - ((HUG))

Its sounds like you had an awful fall, I can't believe you hurt both ankles, your knee and hand.

Try not get too worked up about the weight loss, this "break" might even work to your advantage as you may eat a bit more than you have been doing so it might kick you metabolism up a gear. Either way it's not the end of the world, the suggestion of renting a wheelchair sounds like a good one if you can't walk, way safer than rolling around on a computer chair.

I have been missing you on the forums, now you are back, don't go away again or else I'll send my brother around!

You take care of yourself, don't beat yourself up (anymore than you have) especially about weight loss, you have done really great and you will again. It's a speed bump, not a road block.

We're here for you,

[Kim_in_TN]

Originally Posted by Jan B

Oh no. Kim, I get more of some of the things I need from my online friends than I get from some close family members. It's so easy to be sad for the horrible lack of support from one you wish and think you should trust & should love you. But we have to try real real hard to not let them bring us down; instead, turn to those amazing online friends (or other friends) to give what you need (support and understanding). I am so thankful for you and so many others here.

We need you here.

Thank you so much, Jan! My Dad has never gotten over the fact that I am no longer his "little (meaning thin) Kim" anymore. Unfortunately he is very "looks" oriented and at 83, I don't think there is any changing him.

Originally Posted by davef

Kim,

First of here's a hug from a big Irishman - ((HUG))

Its sounds like you had an awful fall, I can't believe you hurt both ankles, your knee and hand.

Try not get too worked up about the weight loss, this "break" might even work to your advantage as you may eat a bit more than you have been doing so it might kick you metabolism up a gear. Either way it's not the end of the world, the suggestion of renting a wheelchair sounds like a good one if you can't walk, way safer than rolling around on a computer chair.

I have been missing you on the forums, now you are back, don't go away again or else I'll send my brother around!

You take care of yourself, don't beat yourself up (anymore than you have) especially about weight loss, you have done really great and you will again. It's a speed bump, not a road block.

We're here for you,

Dave, it's nice to think that I was missed and thank you for the hug! Can't get too many of those! I don't think a wheelchair would fit through my bathroom door ... it is so narrow.

I will definitely get back to being regular here on DF as I am more sure now than ever that my true friends are RIGHT HERE!

Love you all!

[buddy7]

Hey - Kim!!

I'm so sorry to here of your current problems, it would appear you had a very nasty fall, a further complication, I'm sure, you can do with-out, I wish you a speedy recovery, get well soon!!

B/7 ESSEX UK.

[Kim_in_TN]

Originally Posted by buddy7

Hey - Kim!!

I'm so sorry to here of your current problems, it would appear you had a very nasty fall, a further complication, I'm sure, you can do with-out, I wish you a speedy recovery, get well soon!!

B/7 ESSEX UK.

Thank you, Buddy ... and all! My spirits are much improved just from sharing this with everyone here!

[kmlpag]

Kim,
I am new to the forum but I hope you make a speedy recovery! I've read some of your posts and appreciate the time you take to help others out!

[Kim_in_TN]

Originally Posted by kmlpag

Kim,
I am new to the forum but I hope you make a speedy recovery! I've read some of your posts and appreciate the time you take to help others out!

Thank you very much and WELCOME to the forum! You'll love it here!!!

[adiantum]

Kim, I'm wondering if the falls &/or severity are related to the D.
It took a friend to comment on the amount of falls Ive had . One just picks oneself up & moves on ( eventually ) without analyzing . I'd had 4 falls in a month & blamed the things that were in my way yet wondered why I couldn't save myself & correct my position.
I believe my low bg was to blame, but these falls were pre dx so cant be certain. I now know that I'm very unsteady when having a low.

[Kim_in_TN]

Originally Posted by adiantum

Kim, I'm wondering if the falls &/or severity are related to the D.
It took a friend to comment on the amount of falls Ive had . One just picks oneself up & moves on ( eventually ) without analyzing . I'd had 4 falls in a month & blamed the things that were in my way yet wondered why I couldn't save myself & correct my position.
I believe my low bg was to blame, but these falls were pre dx so cant be certain. I now know that I'm very unsteady when having a low.

The ambulance paramedic asked me if I thought I had fainted or blacked out from a low. He also tested my BG and it was 132 at the time. I'm guessing it was "up" a bit from the stress. I had not eaten yet all day ... it was around noon, but I felt fine. I know for a fact that my foot rolled off of something as I stepped into the landscape. I can almost say with certainty that it was the stepping stone. Now whether or not my BG might have made me a bit more clutsy, I really don't know. I've never had very good balance, even when I was cheerleading in high school. So, I don't know but you were right to question that!

[Tashia]

Kim I'm so sorry to hear that. I had a chill go down my back when I read what happened.I too am am prone to ankle sprains.... and like many have already said I wish you a speedy recovery.

[Kim_in_TN]

Thank you, Tashia! The sad part is that I was wearing athletic shoes, not heels or sandles or flip-flops which I usually "live in" during the warm months. I don't know what type of shoe I could possibly wear to completely protect my ankles ... maybe combat boots? LOL!

[Alice]

Kim! I am so sorry this happened...just now catching up on postings. I know exactly how you must feel...as I was enthusiastic about my new exercise "boot camp" and ended up with a stress fracture on only day four! You really suffered a double whammy with your wrist being injured...those crutches were both a blessing and a curse for me! But, after one week, I felt better...two weeks...even better...and almost back to new in three. So, just take it day by day. I found it most frustrating waiting for the ortho appts...I was practically healed by the time he said "stress fracture"...but like you, I wanted to know what I was dealing with...ligments, tendons, or what...

All great athletes have setbacks...this one is yours!

[Scrabblechick]

Hey Kim! I wondered where you've been! As a veteran of a bad sprain or three myself, I sympathize!

One was when I was going to work one morning. I stepped off the curb to cross the street to get to the car, stepped on some wet leaves and went tail over teakettle in the road! I was yelling, it hurt so bad. Fortunately, a guy was out walking his dogs and went upstairs to get my DH! Bless him!

I'm so sorry this happened but you'll get through it, I know. And you may just have to say to your dad, "Look. If you can't support me in this, I don't want to hear another word. Period." I had to tell my mom that about my hair last fall. She'll be 80 in September, so I know where you're coming from!

You've done so well in taking control of your health. A couple of pounds gained doesn't mean you've failed in that goal. When you are back on your feet, just work back up to your walking and those pounds will drop off in no time!

Lifting you up in prayer!

[beau91]

Dear Kim ,no wonder you feel down .I'm here reading your story and I say to myself this is the end but NO ,the misfortune carry on .Maybe you're a Klutz ,but the people at the emergency must a thought she's on something .Well with all happening at the same time you'l be accident free for a while i'm sure .Take care of yourself .You'l lose those pounds another time .Now you have to think about walking with crutches . Keep us posted .
Bye Ricky

[barbieguy]

Hi Kim,
Sorry to hear about your fall. You are an inspiration to me and I missed you.
Remember: baby steps. Take the time to get well.
Barb