Day 2 and worried about day 3

[Quince30]

First thank you for the support I've received from people here.  It has really helped.  

I'm not sure if it's annoying that I post each day so sorry and I'll be happy to slow down.

I had a pretty bad night last night with nausea and stomach pain.  I've read that day 3 or 4 is often the worst and I'm now dreading it.  I'm finding it hard to stay positive.

I know the codeine is a vicious cycle and even worse the acetaminophen/paracetamol will destroy my kidneys and liver.

[Quince30]

Hey WTW, good for you for getting around a little.  I felt very lethargic yesterday, but actually have a little energy today.  

I want to mention travacalm/dramamine/gravol because it is something that definitely helps with the nausea.  It also helped me get a decent sleep last night about 6 hours broken.  But there's a caveat, it relaxes you and I can see where it might become a little too comforting.  I decided not to immediately take it but instead wait and genuinely evaluate whether I needed it or not.  I'm very wary of replacing one drug with another!

Thanks for the encouragement dedicated to stop!

[dedicatedtostop]

Great attitude!!

I say this so often,
If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you!! Keep putting one foot in front of the other. Each day you get through is Victory and you will never have to go through that day again.

Same goes to you WTW.... You guys are doing Fantastic!!

We are always her for you both!

[winthewar]

Good morning Quince!!  I feel day three for me has been the worst with feeling tired I do a little rest a while lol!  I have been having bad headaches in the evening but with advil and a cold compress I'm alright.  Hope you both are having a great day and I will check on you soon!  We got this!  Hugs

[Quince30]

Good morning guys!  WTW day 3 and plowboy day 13, congrats!  

Not gonna lie, day 3 presented it's challenges but thanks to Imodium and travacalm (Dramamine) I made it through.  I found myself evaluating my wd's this morning and although I'm slightly nauseas I'm better than yesterday!  I'm also managing headaches with panadol and nothing else, which is a relief.  

Every day we're closer to being free!  We've got this.  Hugs to both of you!!

[PlowBoy36420]

Thank you, I can't believe I made it this far (1/4 through day 13)
I'm proud of you, we got this
Loving the hugs, can't ever get enough of those,  that's going to be my we addiction

[winthewar]

Good morning guys!!  How are you doing today?  I have made it to day 3 Quince you are day 4 which is so awsome and plow boy omg day 12!  Hope everyone is hanging in there and Makin it threw!  We got this one day at a time! Sending my encouragement and hugs to you both!!!!

[Quince30]

WTW that's so great to hear that you got out and about.  Day 2 will be over soon and then you're one day closer to being free!

[winthewar]

Hey guys I'm am so proud of all of us making it threw another day I had a bout of crying then pulled up my straps grocery shopping some rest laundry some rest but I am making it the immodum does wonders Quince if you haven't tried.  Sending happy thoughts to you both and a big hug for another day down!!!!

[PlowBoy36420]

Just clearing day 12 sore and a little anxiety but feeling great.
It's still getting better and I can feel it.
Congratulations to both of you, I'm tickled yall made it past the worst

[Quince30]

Good Morning you lovely Americans!  It's day 3 and I'm still here.  I had a headache and some nausea (which seems to be my thing) and a restless night--BUT--I did manage few hours sleep and I'm up and moving at 7 am.  I'm taking this minute by minute.

WTW, you're gonna make it!  Day 2 is do-able.  Have a walk, watch a movie, take a bath!

PlowBoy, day 12! That is so wonderful.  You can do this!

Hugs to both of you!

[PlowBoy36420]

It does feel good to say it, I never made it this far in the past. It feels great to know I can do it and I know you can too

[winthewar]

Morning guys day 2 and day 3 are here!  We got this!  And day 12 for plow boy which is amazing can't wait tell I can say that!  It's gonna be a good day!

[PlowBoy36420]

You two got this, it's day 12 and I'm still here lol
So far just small spats of sneezing and anxiety will kick in but walking around in the sun helps me over that. I guess sweating to but it's hot in Georgia so I blame that lol

[Quince30]

WTW, one day you should make the trip!  I hope you're getting through. :-). Don't forget to watch something funny or listen to some great tunes.  

I watched  Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norell on YouTube and it kept me well occupied. :-).

[winthewar]

Wow Australia always wanted to go there so it is the middle of winter for you!  Have a great ski trip that will help your mind I'm sure.

[Quince30]

Thanks Bearsfan!  It will definitely help!

[BearsFan1966]

You and winthewar are awesome to sticking together! I know when I had a few that were right behind me it helped me so much not to fall because I knew they would be ahead of me! lol It really is a mind game and it helps so much to have someone right there with you!
We are here for you so post your heart out it also helps!

[Quince30]

p.s. I'm in Australia and it's winter here, therefore, skiing makes sense. :-)

[Quince30]

WTW it's a deal!  I'll keep a look out for you everyday!  Next weekend my family and I are going on a ski trip (bad timing in a way but I had to take the jump), but I'll check in as often as I can.  Hang in there, we can do this!  {hugs}

[winthewar]

Wow day 11 that's awsome!  Glad to hear your feeling better!  You give me hope for sure!  Quince we will have to keep up with each other as we are so close in our days and help each other threw!  Praying for you all!  Sweet dreams!

[Quince30]

PlowBoy, I'm so glad you got through day 11!  How wonderful that you're on day 12.   Your support is greatly appreciated.  You have a good heart. :-)

One thought that hit me 10 minutes ago was: "I don't want to go through this ever again!  If I take anymore codeine, that's where I'll be in the future--detoxing again.  The drug isn't worth that!  I want to be free of it and I want to do it now so that there isn't another time down the road where I have to feel this bad."

Stay strong you're doing so well! {hugs}

[PlowBoy36420]

To both you guys, it's people like you that I've become to care more about. Congratulations on day 3 and also for day 2. Both of yall can do this,  I'm at the end of 11 (granted the past day was rough,) I made it. I still have light cramps at night but soon as I get that hot shower in, I feel alright.
I'm praying for you both

[Quince30]

Thanks hislejoe, I'll check it out. :-)

[Quince30]

Thanks DTS you're right.  I need to just worry about the now.  Your advice really helps! :-)

WTW, thank you.  It makes me feel better knowing I'm not doing this alone.  You stay strong too!  It really is important that we do this!  I'm feeling more positive now too.  {hugs} :-)