tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post6670783524305805583..comments2023-10-30T07:44:15.312-07:00Comments on Brian's Health: Troubled WatersBrian Nelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11633934369754118795noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-60896748333742841942009-10-16T13:19:36.834-07:002009-10-16T13:19:36.834-07:00Brian
I have always been humbled by the way you h...Brian<br /><br />I have always been humbled by the way you have dealt with your life's challenges. Your courage,perseverance and sense of humor has been inspirational to me. I wish you and Diane and the cats continued courage.<br /><br />I still think fondly of the days at the Shipyard..<br /><br />All the best:<br /><br />Matt<br />m.judson2@gmail.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13433601975072473617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-92208797337423640202009-10-15T10:29:49.301-07:002009-10-15T10:29:49.301-07:00I wish you the best,
from a fellow cat lover..I wish you the best, <br />from a fellow cat lover..GGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07189634540461778507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-26670262319039623072009-10-09T08:52:52.640-07:002009-10-09T08:52:52.640-07:00Hi Brian,
Odd how those things from long ago get ...Hi Brian,<br /><br />Odd how those things from long ago get triggered throughout our lives - always something to sneak up and surprise us - as if we are not supposed to get comfy and relaxed - go figure (it is a major frustration)<br /><br />I remember once my husband pulling his belt off quickly just to get dressed in shorts to go have fun and it shot tingles up my spine - I had never been beat with "the belt" by my "old-school" father but the older sibs were - I never even knew I had that "trigger point." This life thingy sure continues to baffle and amaze me.<br /><br />I share your issues with chronic illness affecting your social nature. I do not know what I would have done pre-cyber world.<br /><br />I continue to see HUGE praying mantis in our garden - the tomatoes keep producing - and I think of you each time. Interesting how those amazing creatures are now a "trigger" for me to think of a very courageous man, his wife and felines. <br /><br />I hope you are finding tools to fight the battles. Sometimes that is the best thing - finding new tools to take us farther than we previously thought possible.<br /><br />I think our family is still living on a huge heaping of "icing on the cake"<br /><br />My best to you. Enjoy the day with vigor!<br /><br />Love, Amy Patrick<br />(Ryan's mom from caringbridge)Amy Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16594134442602438974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-82981826681293638322009-10-05T15:05:56.727-07:002009-10-05T15:05:56.727-07:00Hi Brian,
I thank you for your blog. It helps me...Hi Brian,<br /><br />I thank you for your blog. It helps me quite a bit to read what you are going through. You are a wonderful man, and a brave one. I'm not an expert on panic attacks, but I have found that when I had them, prayer worked for me. But then again, I wasn't on Riatalin either. Thanks for the heads up on the previously unforeseen use of the wedding ring.<br />Maureen and I send our love. <br />MatthewAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-54136867394939157132009-10-05T08:43:43.130-07:002009-10-05T08:43:43.130-07:00Brian,
So glad to hear you are gaining weight, de...Brian,<br /><br />So glad to hear you are gaining weight, definitely a good sign. Panic attacks are no fun, but good that you have identified the source of your agitation. I have always found that focusing on your breathing is a big help. I was never any good at meditation but the controlled breathing is a life saver. Did you get the DVD of Dearly Departed? It is wonderful to listen to -- although the physical comedy, at which you are so brilliant doing and directing, is just superb.<br /><br />All my best to you, Diane and the Kitties.<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />DianneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03647165296284993596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-66910670126997721402009-10-03T09:33:50.685-07:002009-10-03T09:33:50.685-07:00Is the swelling lymphedema? If so, have you had tr...Is the swelling lymphedema? If so, have you had treatment for it?gillianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08147602387677679847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-60354312071313429402009-10-02T14:44:10.112-07:002009-10-02T14:44:10.112-07:00Hey Brian,
Hope october finds you feeling more em...Hey Brian,<br /><br />Hope october finds you feeling more emotionally balanced and still putting on weight. I do love peanut butter and ice cream. I'm not so sure about the oil, though. I had a roommate who used olive oil for all her baking, including brownies, cookies, etc, and you could definitely tell. Not that that stopped me from eating what she made... I imagine you're using something a little less flavorful, though cod liver oil is supposed to be very good for you. :)<br /><br />All the best!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10577618325614035037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-82853418282948010742009-09-30T19:42:38.938-07:002009-09-30T19:42:38.938-07:00Cheers, Brian! And cheers to Darren, too.
It make...Cheers, Brian! And cheers to Darren, too.<br /> It makes me very angry knowing the hoops you and Diane are made to jump through trying to get home healthcare aid when I've seen how it wears you out sometimes just crossing the room. But the weight gain is great news. I'm pulling for Yeats to sidle up with the other 2 boys, though I think a long talk with Darren might be what he needs first.S. L. Heidenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06476302677401378047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-14739110356740341342009-09-29T13:55:44.008-07:002009-09-29T13:55:44.008-07:00Good luck at the doctor! It sounds like you are go...Good luck at the doctor! It sounds like you are good at grilling them and standing up for yourself, so hopefully you will get to the bottom of it. Panic attacks sound like the LAST thing you need to deal with right now! I'll be sending positive thoughts your way!<br />--SandyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-13522877904741315552009-09-29T11:23:03.566-07:002009-09-29T11:23:03.566-07:00Thanks Sandy. I totally agree. I am currently ex...Thanks Sandy. I totally agree. I am currently experiencing a shaky, sweating panic attack - but it may just be the ritalin. I can't tell. Going now to see my palliative care doc and hope he can shed some light.<br />BrianAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12168285707412955634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-949953075211583014.post-43764895881578464112009-09-29T10:34:16.149-07:002009-09-29T10:34:16.149-07:00Dear Brian,
I've always found it both energizi...Dear Brian,<br />I've always found it both energizing and comforting to have a plan of how to deal with a problem. I like to know all my options. It sounds like you have a good plan, with good consultants to help you. I've also been subject to panic or anxiety attacks, and the most puzzling aspect is the timing--they don't arrive with a particular stress, they just show up out of the blue. I know they are connected to my mental state and what is going on around me, but still they always manage to surprise me! I wonder if the Ritalin could be contributing to your own panic attacks? Please stay connected on your blog--I think that will help you feel more socially active! Best wishes, and enjoy the day! --SandyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com