Greetings to you- those of you who take the time to read this. I believe it's probably good form to keep it short- I'll try.
By way of introductions, I am an east coast American. Getting long in the tooth; 55 next birthday. Lately thinking about retirement happens often. The federal gov, my employer for the last 35 yrs, will allow me to retire within the next year. With my rusty bonz and all the 'joy' that comes with rolling out of bed at 5am most days, I must admit giving that up sounds mighty interesting.
I decided to give this section of the forum a go. The aches and pains from various sources combine into an orchestra of general chronic pain. That seems the most fitting zone to describe what's wrong with me physically.
I've read through quite a few posts on several areas and this group 'gets it'. Persons here know that along with our physical challenges- our emotional well being suffers as we try to get back to our normal life. Hey, I'm 54 and my normal life was. I know it's not coming back. Some of you- especially the young folks have plenty of room to be optimistic and hopeful!
I offer my ear and the understanding that we have gained through our shared experience. Some who come here sound so compassionate, others a bit desperate. I have certainly felt desperate; feeling very lonely. It wasn't that long ago. I could have used a place like this.
So greetings fellow travelers. I'll be here reading and listening. Maybe the ocassional response. I'm not one for facebook or twitter. This forum is as social as I dare be. I'm looking forward to making some new friends....if you'll have me.
By way of introductions, I am an east coast American. Getting long in the tooth; 55 next birthday. Lately thinking about retirement happens often. The federal gov, my employer for the last 35 yrs, will allow me to retire within the next year. With my rusty bonz and all the 'joy' that comes with rolling out of bed at 5am most days, I must admit giving that up sounds mighty interesting.
I decided to give this section of the forum a go. The aches and pains from various sources combine into an orchestra of general chronic pain. That seems the most fitting zone to describe what's wrong with me physically.
I've read through quite a few posts on several areas and this group 'gets it'. Persons here know that along with our physical challenges- our emotional well being suffers as we try to get back to our normal life. Hey, I'm 54 and my normal life was. I know it's not coming back. Some of you- especially the young folks have plenty of room to be optimistic and hopeful!
I offer my ear and the understanding that we have gained through our shared experience. Some who come here sound so compassionate, others a bit desperate. I have certainly felt desperate; feeling very lonely. It wasn't that long ago. I could have used a place like this.
So greetings fellow travelers. I'll be here reading and listening. Maybe the ocassional response. I'm not one for facebook or twitter. This forum is as social as I dare be. I'm looking forward to making some new friends....if you'll have me.
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