So I went to work yesterday, still experiencing pain down my left hip, numbness to my left thigh, and an inability to sit without pain.

I talked to my friend the ER doc, who suspected I had a pinched nerve. He suggested I get an MRI, but admitted the treatment would be the same no matter the diagnosis. Unless of course, I need surgery.

Shut up.

So I will keep taking the anti-inflammatories, applying ice, stretching, and going to physical therapy. And just wait it out.

And suffer through my twelve-hour shifts.

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Blondie and SissyJ are here! It's so wonderful to have them here - even Linus. The house is very full and noisy. Nine people and four dogs. Funny how relaxing I find all this.

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The Princess is having big problems with O'Baby and his unsettled sleep habits. I totally feel for her, and I know that I got through it, so I try to reassure her that she will too.

Right now though, she's so sleepy she can't see past the nose on her face. She presently lying down with O'Baby in the big bed. Thank goodness.

I know I've been through the same thing, and felt the very same way. But was I ever that weak and vulnerable? My heart is aching for her. I hope she finds some peace soon.

Thank goodness she has all of us for support.

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Blondie and SissyJ are at the local amusement park for the rest of the day. I don't know if I'll see them tonight, and I have to work 7am to 11am tomorrow. They should be on the road by then, so I may not see them at all before they take off.

Oh well. I'm lucky just to have been able to feed them and see them and enjoy their wonderful company for a short time.

Hope you're having a nice holiday weekend.