Re: [TMIC] HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIM!

2009-11-02 Thread balmatmic
Hi Jim, Thanks for the update. I couldn't be happier for you. I see you sure enjoy playing Mafia Wars, and it must be good for your hand. Hugs to you, Barbara A -Original Message- From: Jim Lubin jlu...@eskimo.com To: Laura Beaudin laura.beau...@gmail.com; tmic-list@eskimo.com

Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Fw: cell phone numbers go public this month

2009-10-28 Thread balmatmic
So, is there not a way to block these solicitations? I haven't received any yet, but I have family members and friends that get them all the time. I called the # and it supposedly added mine to some list, but now I wonder where it went... Barbara A in Auburn CA -Original

Re: [TMIC] Facebook Page

2009-10-20 Thread balmatmic
Gilly, you are so funny. Where there are games, Gilly will follow... (I'm kind of hooked on the hidden object ones a bit myself these days) Hugs to you, Barbara A -Original Message- From: Gillian Clark mingalett...@activ8.net.au To: TM list tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Mon,

Re: [TMIC] Neurontin

2009-10-09 Thread balmatmic
The spasms will make you toned, and the Zanaflex will?relax the muscles.? The only way you would really know if the Neurontin is working or helping you or not is if you didn't take it.? I am?not telling you to do that to find out.??I personally wouldn't take anything that I didn't feel I

Re: [TMIC] October Birthdays

2009-10-05 Thread balmatmic
? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OCTOBER BIRTHDAY PEOPLE.? ENJOY! Hugs, Barbara A in Auburn CA

Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth ~ ANTIBIOTICS PROBIOTICS

2009-09-21 Thread balmatmic
No, he didn't at the time, just suggested that I eat some yogurt, which I did.? The problem was that I was getting pneumonia several times a year for 2 years in a row and he last time I was in Florida for my sons wedding and had to go to an urgent care facility and they prescribed Amoxicillin

Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth ~ ANTIBIOTICS PROBIOTICS

2009-09-21 Thread balmatmic
Mindy, Sounds like a nice way to practice medicine.? To treat the whole person, good medicine.? I really have what I'd call a good doctor now.? I have always liked my doctor, but it really depends on what's going on at the time in your life.? If they take the time to ask a few questions or

Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth ~ ANTIBIOTICS PROBIOTICS

2009-09-21 Thread balmatmic
Hi Patti, As far as I know, Lactobacillus GG and acidophilus are two different probiotics.? Somebody who knows more than I do about this would be a better person than I to answer this one.? All I know is that I took one capsule each day that I was on the antibiotic and I do not have the

Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth

2009-09-19 Thread balmatmic
What's wrong with just eating the prunes?? I've used dried fruits, prunes, apricots, etc. as well as food that has a lot of fiber like beans, depending on what the situation is over the past year and have finally been able to regulate myself.? After 9 years of bowel problems, this has been so

Re: [TMIC] Stem Cell funding

2009-09-19 Thread balmatmic
Promises, promises! -Original Message- From: kevin weilacher hwyfli...@yahoo.com To: rj_ran...@yahoo.com; Jim Lubin jlu...@eskimo.com; TMIC-LIST@eskimo.com Cc: bgunny7...@aol.com Sent: Sat, Sep 19, 2009 8:34 am Subject: Re: [TMIC] Stem Cell funding LOL...Randyhow right you

[TMIC] antibiotics and Culturelle (probiotic)

2009-09-19 Thread balmatmic
Something I've been meaning to write in about, just haven't gotten around to it.? I recently had surgery on a lypoma on my back and had a stitch that didn't dissolve correctly.? It decided to work it's way back out and cause me an infection instead.? I put off getting the antibiotic as long as

Re: [TMIC] TAMIFLU....and....ANTIOXIDANTS

2009-09-07 Thread balmatmic
Hello Rose, No need to feel so guilty for eating popcorn now is there, lol!? I am sure glad you posted this Rose, it's a lot easier to add the grains and cereals to your diet.??When I used to ask my old PCP about vitamins, he'd tell me that the best way is not to take supplements but to get

Re: [TMIC] TAMIFLU....and....ANTIOXIDANTS

2009-09-07 Thread balmatmic
? ? ? In a message dated 9/7/2009 12:33:06 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, Balmatmic writes: Hello Rose, ? No need to feel so guilty for eating popcorn now is there, lol!? I am sure glad you posted this Rose, it's a lot easier to add the grains and cereals to your diet.??When I used to ask my

Re: [TMIC] Arthritis

2009-08-25 Thread balmatmic
Janice, I looked at the website earlier when somebody suggested it and they use it personally.? What I read on the website is that they have a bottom of the jar guarantee.? I was going to try myself as a local drug store carries it, but haven't been there yet. Hugs, Barbara A

[TMIC] able to move

2009-08-25 Thread balmatmic
Jim, Tears came to my eyes as I read your message and then when I saw the video, it was so awesome to see.? Move Jim, Move Jim, it was like Run Forest, Run!? Over and over again, amazing, and so thrilling for you.? I couldn't be happier for you.? Yet another message that I had to read

Re: [TMIC] Victory Junction

2009-08-23 Thread balmatmic
Hello Debbie, ?? I got so excited to see your letter that I quickly called Pete into the room and read your message outloud to him.? I was so thrilled to hear of all the experiences that these kids were able to have, that otherwise wouldn't be available to accessible to them.? Oh, I am so

Re: [TMIC] my knee

2009-08-22 Thread balmatmic
Hi Janice, So far, I've only had the steroid injections also.? It's my daughter in-law's aunt who is getting the other injections.? I will get the name of the injection in the next few days.? The aunt just had some surgery yesterday, so I need to wait till she talks to her. Hugs, Barbara

Re: [TMIC] OT:My Pattern published!

2009-08-22 Thread balmatmic
Akua, I am so very happy for you.? It's about time that something nice has happened to you. Hugs, Barbara A -Original Message- From: Akua a...@artfarm.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sat, Aug 22, 2009 4:35 pm Subject: [TMIC] OT:My Pattern published! This is off Topic, but I

Re: [TMIC] my knee

2009-08-20 Thread balmatmic
Wow, I am so sorry to hear that you have had to have such HUGE amount of surgeries on your knee.? I may be wrong in what I called the injection, but my daughter in-law's aunt is getting something every 3 months in her knee.? She will not have another surgery.? This is for sure some sort of

Re: [TMIC] OT? - Anyone who has employee STD/LTD benefits.

2009-08-19 Thread balmatmic
Hi Cheryl, Are you saying that you've never had to go through any trouble with your LTD carrier this whole time?? That is awesome if so.? I've had TM for 10?yrs and fortunatly have LTD for the extra salary.? However, I've had quite a ride with it.? They were great to work with originally

Re: [TMIC] Linda Needs Some Help

2009-08-18 Thread balmatmic
I will look for this as well, as I have arthritis in my hands.  I have used Icy Hot on my back, knee and legs when things get bad, but wouldn't use on my hands because I didn't ever want it close to my face in case while sleeping, and I can't sleep in gloves.  I just looked at the website

Re: [TMIC] my knee

2009-08-18 Thread balmatmic
Hi Janice, Well, my doc told me that if the first shot that I got in April didn't work, and if this one did, it's possible that my PCP missed and it landed in the wrong spot.? If they both don't work, then we struck out.? Not likely both missed, and the shots would not help me.? Personally,

Re: [TMIC] my knee

2009-08-18 Thread balmatmic
Hi Linda, Thanks for your email and encouragement. Hugs, Barbara A -Original Message- From: L T CHERPESKI cherp...@msn.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com; balmat...@aol.com Sent: Mon, Aug 17, 2009 9:03 pm Subject: Re: [TMIC] my knee Barbara, ? Well it's no big deal about not

Re: [TMIC] an interesting note

2009-08-18 Thread balmatmic
Wow Jeff, I had heard that there are pockets in different parts of the country where there are large numbers of MS and TMers.? I kind of remember that a while back that Cleveland had a lot of TMer's.??Am I remembering this right?? Is this the air, water,?pesticides?? Hugs, Barbara A?

[TMIC] my knee

2009-08-16 Thread balmatmic
I went to the orthopedist yesterday, and found out that I am indeed a candidate for a knee replacement.??I am 58 yrs old and he said that typically they like to wait till 60 or older because they do need replacing in 10-15 yrs on average.? With as much as I'd walk on it, I'd probably get a

Re: [TMIC] Need some help please

2009-08-13 Thread balmatmic
I did forget to add something.? Since I saw my PCP and he talked about the bone on bone thing with my knee I added Glucosomin to my daily med routine and have had less pain in my knees.? Don't know if this would work for everyone, but it also makes my hip hurt less.? It takes a bit to get

Re: [TMIC] Wheelchair questions

2009-08-11 Thread balmatmic
Hi Kevin, Just an fyi, not sure if you are getting any help from insurance, medicare, etc. or not on this power chair.? If you are not, you may want to consider purchasing one second hand.? I've bought 2 second hand, the second only because the first one didn't have the power to pull the

Re: [TMIC] Need some help please

2009-08-11 Thread balmatmic
Hi Linda, I'm so sorry that your trip to the out of state surgeon proved to be a disappointment. Interesting you should ask about knee surgery and options.? I am possibly looking at a knee replacement as well.? I see the orthopedist on Friday, referred by my primary.? He said it was the

Re: [TMIC] healthcare/Medicare

2009-08-08 Thread balmatmic
I am sorry to say that the more I read, the more confused I get.? Just for kicks and giggles, and I really don't mean that, but I can't help but say it, I am going to call me Social Security office and see what information I get about the situation.? If needed, I will go there in person.? I

Re: [TMIC] healthcare

2009-08-06 Thread balmatmic
Aren't there social service offices that are supposed to be well versed on these services available to help people make these serious decisions with Medicare plans, etc?? It seems that each county office should have these available to their population since it can be so complex.? Here in

Re: [TMIC] friendships new topic

2009-08-03 Thread balmatmic
Hi Mindy, I am not sure if I did the same as you or not, but looking back I very well?may have.? I know that I got TM when I was working, and I had a big problem talking to people after that.? As much as many tried, both co-worker friends and even some family members, I just couldn't

Re: [TMIC] Re: Quadpost/Nitpicking.

2009-08-01 Thread balmatmic
Jude, The problem for me is that you appeared to realize that you were making a mistake before you sent the message, yet you continued to send the message.? Proofreading messages and really thinking before sending them out really helps.? I don't believe that we should scold anyone when they

Re: [TMIC] Class Reunions

2009-07-02 Thread balmatmic
HiJanice, That depends on how badly I would want to see the people that would attend.? First, not that many people generally continue to attend reunions, unless your class is special.? Then, you'd be surprised at how many other people these days have some kind of disability as well.? I have an

Re: [TMIC] Class Reunions (way too honest)

2009-07-02 Thread balmatmic
SPARKER, For anyone who has not had the extreme pleasure of meeting Sandy, she is a very cute and looks very good in her jeans.  But then that's only my opinion, but I'll bet that Terry agrees with me.  She is also just a sweetheart, but you can tell that from her email.  Hugs, Barbara A

Re: [TMIC] Class Reunions

2009-07-02 Thread balmatmic
Janice, We went to our 25th high school reunion, we were also in the same class, and this was pre-TM. The class SLUT, was still a SLUT!? Some things never change, but a lot of things do.? You'd be so surprised at how many people will be there that have changed, but it would be interesting if

Re: [TMIC] Re: WHAT DID YOU DO???

2009-07-02 Thread balmatmic
Cindy, That sounds amazing.? You really struggle with issues with your docs.? I'm so sorry that you wasted that trip.? Hang in there girl.? You really are an inspiration.? Oh, has mom found out about you yet?? lol Hugs to you, Barbara -Original Message- From: Todd Tarno

Re: [TMIC] Every now and then!

2009-07-01 Thread balmatmic
Todd, A wheeled walker is a wonder for unloading/loading a dishwasher.  Heck, I use mine for laundry, setting and clearing the table, all kinds of stuff.  If you can use one, it's an awesome tool. Hugs, Barbara A -Original Message- From: Todd Tarno toddtm2...@sbcglobal.net To: Robert

Re: [TMIC] Every now and then!

2009-06-30 Thread balmatmic
Rob, I can relate totally to what you said about exercise, pain and overdoing it.  How do we find a happy medium, keep it up, and keep our bodies happy with the level and intensity?  Yeah right! Moderation, sure!  But, as I am doing the exercise most of the time I feel great and don't feel

Re: [TMIC] Sheesh! Stop it Guys!

2009-06-29 Thread balmatmic
Emails are often misunderstood.  It's just not as easy to get the point that was trying to get across sometimes.  Even someone with really good reading or writing skills gets misunderstood sometimes by someone with the same.  Then there are some, like me, who really don't read all of the words

Re: [TMIC] long story

2009-05-30 Thread balmatmic
Hi Janice, The thing about physical disabilities are that you don't know what you are going to face until it is upon you.? It's not always apparent that certain things will come about, and some you'd never even think of.? Well, I know that is the case for me anyway.? I was surprised so many

Re: [TMIC] long story

2009-05-29 Thread balmatmic
Thank you Jeanne, Your message was great.? I have told people so many times.? Now, they have so many different anti depressants and if one does not work for you, talk to your doctor and get another one? Do not suffer one more minute! But people still in this day and age continue to just

[TMIC] long story

2009-05-28 Thread balmatmic
Hi Jeff, You have been through it, but have managed to make it.? You are an inspiration that you have managed to make it back from depression without any help from anti-depressants or a psychologist, but there is no shame in using either or both.? Many of us have found the help and comfort

[TMIC] Zanaflex

2009-05-01 Thread balmatmic
Tried the Zanaflex and didn't work well for me.? It relaxed me too much, and when I finally got to the bathroom, I generally fell asleep on the commode.? I do that a lot when I take something to help me sleep in addition to my regular meds, so the Zanaflex relaxed me way too much.? I would fall

Re: [TMIC] I've had 3 nights sleep in a row

2009-05-01 Thread balmatmic
Hi BobbyJim, Do you just take the normal dosages of both of these?? And, how close to you turning in for the evening? Hugs, Barbara -Original Message- From: bobby jim elbobber...@earthlink.net To: jharpe...@aol.com; balmat...@aol.com; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, 30 Apr 2009 7:07

Re: [TMIC] wow, you work too hard Trudy

2009-05-01 Thread balmatmic
Janice, DVT's are Deep Venous Thrombosis, or blood clots.? These?have reduced?the bloodflow going back up my leg to the heart, and the leg swells and aches.? I get spasms in that leg, which is my left leg, and?sometimes in my right leg and my back.? I take 2 Baclofen in the early evening when

[TMIC] DVT's

2009-05-01 Thread balmatmic
In my case, I got the first one in rehab when my Heparin dosage wasn't strong enough and I wasn't moving at all.? Other than my PT, or if I moved my legs by picking them up and putting them where I wanted them, or if?the nurses did it?to do a cath.? I kept telling the doctor/Physiatrist and

[TMIC] the good, bad and ugly of TM

2009-05-01 Thread balmatmic
Hi Jude, I guess that this is just one of my experiences that could be considered one of The Good, Bad and Ugly of experiences of TM.? Some of these experiences are not very funny when they happen to you.? They can be very embarrassing too, but then when you look back, they aren't so

[TMIC] I've had 3 nights sleep in a row

2009-04-30 Thread balmatmic
I just wanted to write in and let everyone know that I have now had 3 straight nights of pretty good sleep.? I had some pain in my left leg that woke me up and kept me up for about 45 minutes, but then after?exercising it some, I was able to go back to sleep and sleep until I had to go to the

[TMIC] wow, you work too hard Trudy

2009-04-30 Thread balmatmic
Hi Trudy, You work too hard, I could not clean all day, whether I wanted to or not.? If not for a automatic washer/dryer, the wash would not get done.? And, if it goes for floors, I can do a small amount but not a lot.? It kills my back, and I'm in bed for days.? So, it's someone else's job.?

[TMIC] copy of my response

2009-04-28 Thread balmatmic
I forgot to include the TMIC when I answered these nice messages of advice so I am forwarding to the group.? Thanks again ladies and Rob. Hugs, Barbara A -Original Message- From: balmat...@aol.com To: marieke...@hotmail.com; pieterheat...@shaw.ca; jan...@centurytel.net Sent: Tue, 28 Apr

Re: [TMIC] misc

2009-04-27 Thread balmatmic
Hi Rob, Thanks for your message, and I'm so glad I could improve your day with mine to you.??I am sending this message to the whole group, so they can see what's up with me as well. I really am not feeling sorry for myself.? I am not sleeping well, I wake up so many times at night with my

Re: [TMIC] misc

2009-04-25 Thread balmatmic
Hello Rob and all, I am so glad that you sent in this email today.? I think it just may be the kick in the butt that I need to get out of my bedroom and on with my life.? I am still kind of in a funk, not as bad as the usual winter funk, but still haven't been able to totally bring

Re: [TMIC] leg and foot comfort in bed

2009-04-20 Thread balmatmic
Absolutely Janice, I was like a Raggedy Ann doll.  Totally floppy from the waist down, couldn't sit without being propped up, and no matter what position my legs were put in, they flopped.  It is painful to look back and see what I was like when TM happened, but good to see how far I've come. 

Re: [TMIC] leg and foot comfort in bed

2009-04-16 Thread balmatmic
Gilly, I know what you mean about the wrinkles in the bed.? It actually causes pain with the wrinkles, like something is stabbing you.? Using the knit sheets makes them?warmer, and it's so hard for me to imagine you with the pillow on?your feet.? I?cannot stand?much weight on me at

[TMIC] leg and foot comfort in bed

2009-04-14 Thread balmatmic
I think that this is something that most of us suffer from at some point during our TM lives, skin sensitivity against fabric, and it's the worst when we are trying to get some much needed sleep. I have purchased so many sets of sheets and blankets over my TM years (T 8-10, 6/1/99), and I have

Re: [TMIC] Thank you

2009-03-28 Thread balmatmic
Hello Amanda. It has been almost?10 years with TM for me, and I guess I'm practically over the embarrassment, most of the time.?? When I was in rehab, one of the things that we had to do before we could be released is to go on an outing into a?public situation and we were really close to a

Re: [TMIC] stem cell (OT?), and signing

2009-03-26 Thread Balmatmic
It seems to me that ALL bills should be read prior to signing, but that's just me. I was always told not to sign anything that I haven't read. I will admit to not signing all documents in total, but I have skimmed over them. Just my 2 cents worth. Barbara A In a message dated

Re: [TMIC] stem cell (OT?)

2009-03-26 Thread Balmatmic
This is a very personal decision and we all have to make it for ourselves when and if the time comes. It's good to have a discussion about this as different views are expressed and information is dispensed that others may not be aware of. I also know that there are many children in the

[TMIC] thanks for recommendations of rehabs

2009-03-25 Thread balmatmic
Thank you all for the recommendations of the rehab centers.? My god-daughter will be picking up the emails off the list, if she hasn't already done so.? If anyone has anything in addition to add, please do so.? I think she is going to see the patient again today that is looking for this

[TMIC] Re: [TMIC

2009-03-22 Thread balmatmic
Hi Janice, I agree with Heather.? I am always careful checking the water temp with my hands before getting into the shower.? I cannot handle a hot tub or cold swimming pool as it makes me spasm.? Water must be at least 80-82 degrees in the pool, and nothing over 100 degrees is comfortable in

Re: [TMIC] Re: How goes it??

2009-03-20 Thread balmatmic
Hey Frank, When you mess yourself up, you don't fool around.? I hope you still have that girlfriend to help you with those martini's.? We know you are an independent type, but at least for a little while, you may need a bit of help.? I hope you it's not too painful now, the worst should be

[TMIC] need help with rehab center recommendations in US

2009-03-19 Thread balmatmic
Hello all,? Our god-daughter, Monica,?works as an aide at Craig Hospital, which?exclusively treats?spinal cord and brain injuries?in the Denver, Co. area.? She called last night and told me about?one of her patients who is a paraplegic with no movement?in legs or toes, but has sensation.?

Re: [TMIC] OPRAH - Montel with MS

2009-03-17 Thread balmatmic
Hello Candy, I watch Oprah today as well, and it was a really good show.? I highly recommend all of us watch it, whether MS or TM.? There is a good deal of information that we can all get out of it.? It reminded me of?the level of depression that goes hand in hand for all of us.? I didn't

[TMIC] hello to all

2009-03-08 Thread Balmatmic
Hello All, It seems that I've been bumped off list for a while. I know that this happens now and then, and it seemed like the list was very quiet again, so I decided to take a look at the archives. Well, to my surprise there was a lot of activity that I missed. I'd like to say

Re: [TMIC] Aussie Members

2009-02-14 Thread Balmatmic
Errol, Please check in if you can, we are thinking are worrying about you. In a message dated 2/14/2009 8:32:50 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, pieterheat...@shaw.ca writes: Gilly is fine and so is Shirley. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: _Jan Hargrove_

Re: [TMIC] February birthdays

2009-02-02 Thread Balmatmic
H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y T O A L L F E B R U A R Y B A B I E S!! Hugs to all, Barbara A Happy Birthday to you February babies!! janh Happy Birthday to the February kids! Hope it's a great one! Please send any additions or corrections to

Re: [TMIC] OT Get Back Up

2009-01-19 Thread Balmatmic
Todd, That was so inspirational and beautiful. He is so amazing and makes me feel like I better do something positive for myself and someone else today. He truly has taken a disability and created an ability to touch other people's lives in so many ways. It's great that he takes to

Re: [TMIC] OT Get Back Up

2009-01-19 Thread Balmatmic
Yes Jeanne, I think kids do pay if are different, but so do adults. Heaven help the person, be it a child or adult that happens to be different if the child has never either been taught or exposed to anyone who is different. I remember as a child shopping with my mother and seeing a child

Re: [TMIC] OT- The Numbers-OT

2009-01-15 Thread Balmatmic
Frank, Life has a way of changing, whether we want it to or like it, or not. Hugs, Barbara A In a message dated 1/15/2009 6:28:52 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, fr...@franksheldon.com writes: Brrr, It's 1 degree here in Freeport, ME I'm not going unless they get a lot more

Re: [TMIC] OT- The Numbers-OT

2009-01-14 Thread Balmatmic
Crowds.. I'm sorry, but for anyone with a mobility issue, being in a crowd can be a nightmare. Even if you are in a chair! If you walk, you get bumped around, and then you have to worry about balance issues. Sorry, but falling into somebody I don't know, and then landing on

[TMIC] OT: NO SISSY Friend

2009-01-13 Thread Balmatmic
I really liked the sentiment of this message. If you don't like it, just delete it. Hugs to all, Barbara None of that Sissy Crap Are you tired of those sissy 'friendship' poems that always sound good, but never actually come close to reality? Well, here is a series of promises that

[TMIC] about Rick

2009-01-08 Thread Balmatmic
Group, Enough of this, this was Rick's son. And please remember that at the time that he needed to make the decision about his funeral, he did what he felt was appropriate for the occasion. The information that is coming out is helpful for the future, but doesn't help right now when

Re: [TMIC] Check out YouTube - Il Divo - Amazing Grace

2008-12-28 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Kim, Thank you for sharing, I just love this group. I remember when Simon Cowell first formed and they were on a TV show and was amazed by the harmony. They sound so beautiful and are very relaxing as well. I could listen to them for hours on end. Hugs to all, Barbara A In a

Re: [TMIC] Merry Christmas

2008-12-25 Thread Balmatmic
M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S T O A L L A N D H A P P Y N E W Y E A R Hugs to all, Barbara A **One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now.

Re: [TMIC] your thoughts?

2008-12-07 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Candi, I wish you the best of luck with your LTD hearing. You have a right to all the paperwork out of your file at the insurance co. and should order it if you do not already have it. The insurance companies have no conscience at all. Their job is to get people off the disability

[TMIC] Fwd: OT: Fwd: Holiday Gift Cards Warning

2008-11-20 Thread Balmatmic
From: Barbaraalma1 To: Barbaraalma1 BCC: Balmatmic Sent: 11/20/2008 8:59:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time Subj: OT: Fwd: Holiday Gift Cards Warning =Subject: Holiday Gift Cards: BE CAREFUL A Special Note Regarding Holiday Gift Cards

Re: [TMIC] Anybody else been there?

2008-11-19 Thread Balmatmic
I totally agree with all the comments. I also know that if we didn't have this list to be able to communicate with about our feelings and vent occasionally, we would be a lot harder to live with, and not as well off mentally. Then again, my anti-depressants help a lot too, lol. Once

Re: [TMIC] California Fires

2008-11-16 Thread Balmatmic
I'm in No. CA, so very safe here. Very glad to hear that all who have checked in are doing well. We had our share of fires up here, but not too close to our home. Earlier in the year and I had some breathing problems and it's very scary.The winds are the worst as they take control of

[TMIC] the smallest world

2008-11-06 Thread Balmatmic
Thank you all for your responses to my message, and yes, I heard from Neil as well. I agree with what many said about the fact that it must have been destiny for the two of us to meet. She felt that she really needed some contact at that time and in some way, that her dad had sent me to

[TMIC] it's the smallest world

2008-11-03 Thread Balmatmic
Hello list, We have just finished a 16 night Panama Canal Cruise, and I must say, that it is sure the easiest way for us to travel these days. We had a wonderful time, and the service that was given to me was just incredible. I felt like a pampered soul the entire time, and it sure is a

Re: [TMIC] (no subject)

2008-09-15 Thread Balmatmic
Although I am not sure if your doctor has more in mind or not, the Neti Pot is great. I have allergy induced asthma, and hate to take meds year around when I already take so much with my meds for my TM, so I only take my asthma stuff when needed. I am a proud Neti Pot user, and actually have

[TMIC] HAPPY BROWNIES (mj)

2008-07-30 Thread Balmatmic
For a while I have been using Happy Brownies made with marijuana to help me sleep at night when I get the heebie jeebies, fuzzy feelings, burning/freezing pain, spasms, or whatever seems to be keeping me awake. I get by pretty well during the day with my meds, but they don't seem to help as

[TMIC] Grace's Mystery ER show

2008-07-13 Thread Balmatmic
Anyone who is unable to find the show on their cable should just call their cable company and ask if they carry the channel and if they do, which # it is. If you cannot get it in your area, many TV Networks allow you to download and watch some of their shows. This may be a possibility. Hugs

Re: [TMIC] Cataracts and STeroids

2008-06-04 Thread Balmatmic
I agree about age category, I turned 57 in February, and just had my 9 yr TM anniversary on June 1. No, I didn't celebrate. But, funny thing bout June 1. It was my mom's birthday, I got engaged on June 1, and then TM. And, I missed the celebration for my mom's 70th bithday party. Not

Re: [TMIC] 19 year TM Anniversary

2008-05-19 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Jim, I have to say that I don't do the poor me thing. I do, once in a great while, wish that I was in a body that didn't ache so much and have a little pity party. However, I've never wished my TM on another person and I know that there are always others out there that are in worse

Re: [TMIC] Neurontin Pain-Buzzy

2008-05-17 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Heather, I really hadn't ever been able to put the buzzy word to those feelings before, but it fits so well. I would use irritable, cranky, very touchy, and angry, but never buzzy! Sometimes it does feel like electrical shocks are happening, so buzzy is perfect. It's nice to be able

Fwd: [TMIC] did you all see House? Gunny's response forwarded

2008-05-16 Thread Balmatmic
, or is that just too much to ask. I thought that was what shows like ER did. Then again, I don't watch ER, only have heard of it. Hugs to all, Barbara A Bgunny7682 writes: Your not missing anything kiddo. There are no antibiotic treatments for TM. Balmatmic writes: When I watched, I wondered also

Re: [TMIC] Neurontin Pain

2008-05-16 Thread Balmatmic
Sal, I think you are trying to find a solution across the board for pain, mobility, etc. that you think may have worked for you and have it work for everyone. Because the doc told you you'd never move doesn't mean that anyone that the doc told wouldn't walk will walk if they just will

Re: [TMIC] Thanks to the list/understanding TM

2008-04-16 Thread Balmatmic
Don't get me wrong, my husband Pete is supportive and very helpful. Heck, I've kind of got it made these days. He just retired, and makes my coffee and breakfast, and at night, brings me my capucchino at night. Not too shabby. However, I feel that all of us can benefit from some therapy

Re: [TMIC] Thanks to the list/understanding TM

2008-04-15 Thread Balmatmic
My Dear Friend Sandy, I think that you are a wonderful partner for Terry. One of the things that makes you this great partner is that you have gotten involved in being a part this group to learn about all the aspects that we TM'ers deal with on a daily basis. That has given you a great

Re: [TMIC] Traveling with TM

2008-03-28 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Heather, I absolutely agree. I give the airline all the information I can that will help me, from the time that I will get to the airport until the time that I will get off of the plane. I travel with my own manual wheelchair, as I generally cannot walk more than a block with my

Re: [TMIC] Traveling with TM

2008-03-28 Thread Balmatmic
Yikes Cindy, You certainly wouldn't want to crawl on the airlines floor! You've got very good suggestions for people! Sorry to copy what you had written, I hadn't realized that so much had been added in the short time I had been off the list tonight. Wow. This list has been jumping.

[TMIC] stress and the effects on our bodies with TM!!

2008-03-26 Thread Balmatmic
There are so many people who have written in about the possibility of stress being a cause of their TM, and I can add my own case to that list as well. I had been in the process of changing positions and locations at work, same boss, although she got a very large promotion. Things were

Re: [TMIC] JUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

2008-03-24 Thread Balmatmic
Patti and Pam, Thank you so much for keeping us up to date on our Jude. After reading what you have both written, it seems that there may still be some hope for Jude to make it through this. I know I'll keep her in my thoughts and prayers. It still amazes me how people who are there to

Re: [TMIC] marinol use

2008-03-09 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Frank, Can you tell us why you made the switch from the Marinol to the Sativex, considering the cost? Are either covered by your insurance? Thanks for your info. Hugs, Barbara A **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money Finance.

[TMIC] gel cushion

2008-02-26 Thread Balmatmic
Has anyone ever ordered this or something similiar?? I'd be interested in your comments. Thanks, Barbara A _Click here: Orthopedic Cushion and pillows from Dr. Leonard's Healthcare_ (http://support-mobility.drleonards.com/Support-Mobility/Cushions-Pillows/Ortho

Re: [TMIC] gel cushion

2008-02-26 Thread Balmatmic
Thanks for all of your responses. There were too many to answer separately, so am sending one mass email, and hope nobody is offended by not getting a personal one. I think there may be some others who may be interested in this info as well. I am sorry but I should have said that I

Re: [TMIC] Pray for Jude

2008-02-12 Thread Balmatmic
Hi Rick, Is it possible that you mean C-Diff? A gut issue where the bad bacteria is dominant over the good?? That's the analogy that I use anyway. I had it 2 years ago, and per my MD, may never quite get rid of it so need to make sure I continue to use probiotics. It takes a good

[TMIC] tornado affected areas-ck in please

2008-02-06 Thread Balmatmic
Will those of you who live in the tornado affected areas please check in. I was staying up late watching the election news and saw that there has been so much damage, bodily injury and fatalities in areas where I know we have people in our group. Thank you. Warm hugs, Barbara A in

Re: [TMIC] TMA So. California Symposium

2008-01-14 Thread Balmatmic
I want to thank Cindy and Debbie for all of your efforts with the So Cal Symposium. You ladies ROCK!!! I am really looking forward to it, as well as seeing both of you again. Hugs, Barbara A **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape.

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