Hope and Rest Calming Waters

Living with chronic pain and illness does not have to be a lonely experience


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Thanks Lucy, I neede this tonight. My mind is not resting. Maybe I just need to listen to the silence and Thank God.
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Everything seems to be checked, I did get calamityjanes but no one elses, humm proably me, gooffy me
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Lucy, I'll soon be off to rest, yet do let us know if Jane's suggestion does not do the trick. We'll get it taken care of one way or the other for you. Goodnight! Love, Anthony
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Barbara and Lucy, the sweetness of your prayers are so needed tonight and such a blessing for this man's very tender heart. Soon, I'll be headed for my night's rest as His Love for me rejuvenates my body, mind, heart and soul. Thank you and may God…
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Doctor joke A long line of people were waiting for their turn to answer St. Peter's questions so they could enter the pearly gates of Heaven, when a guy in a white lab coat and a stethoscope around his neck sauntered past them and walked right in.…
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Hee-Haw, Ya'll! Jane, this is a case of what we don't know doesn't hurt us but may be very painful to others. Chuckles! Anthony
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Excuse me... Lucy... Go to your settings on the top of the right hand of main page. It will take you to " my Settings" Go to email make sure that all under everything that you wish recieve for Hope and Rest are checked. See if that helps.
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Beautiful picture this poem envisions. Thank you. Rest well, my friend and be rejuvenated! God's Blessings, Anthony
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The challenges of living with any kind of chronic illness or pain is not always apparent when we first begin to realize that our body is not working as it should. As we find ourselves facing the reality of our illness that effects us every single day, we find ourselves reexamining every aspect of our lives. We examine our personal relationship with other people, our relationship with our family, our spouse, and even our relationship with the Lord. More to the point, we begin to look closer at the way we personally react to our own illness.

If you suffer from chronic illness and pain or know someone who does, you have no doubt seen the effect it can have on daily life. You have also seen or felt the emotional ups and downs; depression, anxiety, resentment, frustration, fear and anger that result from having to deal with a body that seems to fail you at every turn. A body filled with so much pain that it often awakens you in the middle of the night, thus keeping you from the vital rest that your body needs to replenish itself. Pain that keeps you from enjoying the pleasures of life.

Most people who suffer from a chronic illness and pain feel trapped in a world of dark despair, confusion, depression and a sense of hopelessness. We don’t like that feeling of being ill and being in pain all the time. We don’t like feeling helpless or unable to do anything about our physical problems. And, we surely don’t want to feel like we're being a burden to anyone, especially those we love. As a result, we often feel alone and isolated even though we are surrounded by people that love us.

It does not have to be that way. Each and every person within our group knows what it is like to live with a chronic illness and pain. So you are not alone! Within our groups you will find loads of joy, compassion, understanding, and prayer from people who live with chronic illness and pain on a daily bases. And are learning to live under the banner of Gods grace and mercy.

Many mornings it's hard for most of use to get out of bed, but we take one moment at a time. Having friends to share it with makes it easier. Each post makes this group richer in knowledge and a sense of purpose. So even if you are feeling a bit down and out, go ahead and share your thoughts. You will find someone to encourage you and cheer you up or they may cheer them up. You will likely validate exactly what someone else is feeling who just hasn't as yet felt comfortable enough to write about it.


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Lucy Gains

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Not sure I am placing this correctly, but thank you everyone for such a great welcome, when told about this place I was told I would be greeted with open arms and educated in any area I seeked, I cle…

Started by Lucy Gains in Questions. Last reply by Lucy Gains 1 day ago.

jk

To All New Members!! 1 Reply

Greetings and welcome to Hope and Rest Calming Waters! We are glad you have joined us. Here, you will find a lot of support, encouragement and resources in your journey of physical pain and illness.…

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Started by jk in Discussions. Last reply by Debbie Mar 8.

Craig Maltby

Sue's Chronic Pain Blog 2 Replies

Has anyone here followed Sue Falkner-Woods Chroinc Pain Blog? ? I'm familiar with it from having followed it a year ago or so. Very good writing, and great participation. I think there could be some…

Started by Craig Maltby in Questions. Last reply by calamityjane Nov. 18, 2009.

Cherie Payne

Pain meds 1 Reply

I know I posted this on the other forum and some of you might have read it. Sorry in advance if you have. But I am needing to make a tough decision. I regularly go to a pain dr and recently started g…

Started by Cherie Payne in Questions. Last reply by penny rorrer Nov. 5, 2009.

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