Once Again From the Top

  So it has been a week. To bring you up to date I’ll go back a few months… the hospital bed I have quit working and I’ve been trying to come up with funds to try and get it repaired. The short of it is, I’m hurting, pretty bad most of the time. I also had stomach troubles half the week. But, I refuse to let that stop me. I had a great therapy session earlier today, and I’m excited and nervous for next week and trying to stand up with assistance.  So if you are in need of a VPN (fyi if you aren’t using one you greatly increase your risk online), please consider using  IceVPN . They have plans to fit your budget and state of the art 256 bit encryption. Or if you want to upgrade the door locks for your home or office look no further than  Philips  they have a smart door lock to fit your needs.  Back to today. I had occupational therapy, which is for my upper body, and my hands (I have a damaged pinky which I could barely move, it is improving greatly). After ...

  It’s been a good week. I have pushed through the pain, and sat up with less assistance. One of my therapists has to take off next week due to school. However, when he returns he wants to start standing me up. I am a bit nervous about falling, but excited at the thought of being on my feet again. I’m ready to leave this bed.  I’m still doing affiliate marketing for  IceVPN  whose 256-bit encryption is state of the art. If you don’t have a VPN you are doing yourself a complete disservice. They have a free VPN with limited data or monthly and lifetime unlimited plans. Check them out and secure your digital identity. I’m also an affiliate for  Philips Home Access  who sells a variety of smart locks. Their lock range from keypads to biometrics. Make it harder for thieves to pick your locks, upgrade today.  I was given a Bed Ladder  to help me to sit up in the bed. I’m hoping to get it installed today by my friend.  I will keep you updated on my ...

Therapy started back this week, only had one week of down time while my insurance company approved continued coverage of my physical rehabilitation treatments. I want to thank the Houston Center for Independent Living for getting me a powered lift recliner (see picture below) that I am learning to transfer to, so I can sit up.  I am a now an influencer for  Ice VPN  and  Phillips Home Assets . If you’re online and aren’t using a VPN you are putting yourself at risk. Phillips Home Assets is a leader in smart door lock systems. If you are doing any home renovation or just want to be more secure check them out   Enough selling back to the blog. I was fortunate to have a former caregiver and friend stop by for a surprise visit this Saturday afternoon. I’m grateful there are people who care enough to stop by to see me. My mother also came out to see me as she does every week. We usually end up laughing. So, I mentioned earlier that therapy had restarted my occupation...

So I owe you all an apology for going dark, but I was going through a lot. I will spare the details and focus on the positive.  My doctor retired during my absence but his last act was to get physical and occupational therapy restarted for me. My new doctor is great and just as supportive and helpful. He got me a manual wheelchair so I can learn to transfer out of my bed.  Now to the picture; with the help of my therapist and my roommate I sat upright on the side of the bed for the first time in almost three years. I have been trying to sit up at each therapy session, and although I heed to brace myself on my walker I can sit upright for about ten minutes. I do need help to sit upright and lay back down, but it’s getting easier.  Part of the problem is my hospital bed went out and insurance says it is too soon for a new one. We are working on a solution. I will keep you updated.  As of today I am an Amazon Affiliate and will be posting products at the end of the blog...

  So, about a month ago, my wife moved out and served me divorce papers. I anticipated it, but it caught me off guard and put me in a financial bind. I am recovering from this blow. On top of this, I can no longer get my GLP-1 medication, as it is no longer covered by insurance for weight loss. It felt like everything was starting to unravel. As usual, when things start to crumble, God shows up. My roommate was allowed to work part-time as one of my caregivers, and my caseworker was able to get me a few more hours of in-home caregivers. This has eased the financial burden in the house. I found out that my insurance will cover bariatric surgery. I had an appointment with my doctor to get a referral to a surgeon, whom my sister used. I am taking steps to get things in order, to wit, I have a financial screening with the surgery center on Monday. I am also following up with the facility that is getting me a wheelchair that will make it into my bedroom. The PTSD nightmares have been in...

So, I know I missed a couple of weeks  I have had some major drama happening in my life. But I want to focus more on the good in my life. We are still working hard to find a therapy company that my insurance will approve. I am waiting on a call from the vendor about my getting measurements done for a wheelchair. Regardless of the past couple of weeks pain. I will be walking in some form this year.  I’m not staying in this bed. I don’t care how hard I have to fight. I’ll keep fighting the insurance company for the help I need. I’ll fight to get stronger. I will fight to have a life again. I know that God has a plan for me and I am trusting in Him to bring it to fulfillment.  My streaming community is growing. If you like old video games and laughter, please consider joining us on TikTok . As  always, thank you all for your support. Please like, comment and share the blog to help it grow.  Want to help me upgrade my blogging/streaming gear? Donations to my wishlis...