Edbear in hospital

[hellokitty]

great to hear that you are doing so well Ed!!!!! Don't get too skinny though!

[Edbear]

great to hear that you are doing so well Ed!!!!! Don't get too skinny though!

I looked at a photo of me in hospital and I looked like a beached whale! Much better now, but I'd like to get under the 90kg mark. Ideally I'd like to get down to about 85kg, but whether that's realistic I'm not sure.

I am losing muscle-tone though, which is annoying, as I can't exercise. I've got to be as sedentary as I can to avoid moving the vertebrae around.

[emaN]

Well dang it all!
I've not been on KB much & missed all your happenings Ed! Just read your last few posts so went back & read the first page or so...
VERY glad to hear you're getting the help & support from family, friend & professional alike.
Will keep an eye out now, for your updates.
Take care man,
J.

[Edbear]

Well dang it all!
I've not been on KB much & missed all your happenings Ed! Just read your last few posts so went back & read the first page or so...
VERY glad to hear you're getting the help & support from family, friend & professional alike.
Will keep an eye out now, for your updates.
Take care man,
J.

Thanks mate!

[yungatart]

That is good news, Edbear!

Hugs to you and your lovely Jill!

[Edbear]

That is good news, Edbear!

Hugs to you and your lovely Jill!

Thanks sweety!

[Edbear]

Had the visit from the very nice lady assessor this morning. I'm getting a bunch of stuff. The Hospital wants their equipment back, so that will be replaced plus an electric Laz-E-Boy :yes: and a table for my laptop will be provided. I'll get a stool for the kitchen so I can sit to make my lunch, as I can't stand long enough to make a sandwich.

Trudy, my caregiver, was spoken to to make sure she had enough time to care for me properly each day and was able to help me explain what I needed.

My new case manager rang later in the morning to ask how I got on and emphasised that if I had any concerns or needed anything, to call her anytime.

So while being forced into a sedentary lifestyle for at least the next six weeks and the surgeon says will take months to heal up, I can't complain about much can I? :sunny:

My wife cracked us up last night again. Snuggling up to me in bed she says," I can put my arm right around you!" :laugh:

[Maha]

Soon you be back to your size when you guys firsts first met, now where were those pics?...:shifty:

[Edbear]

Soon you be back to your size when you guys firsts first met, now where were those pics?...:shifty:

Like these one's..? :innocent:

[Maha]

:yes: yeah nice mate......:clap:

[Gone Burger]

Simply adorable Ed you bloody stud muffin you!

[Edbear]

Simply adorable Ed you bloody stud muffin you!

LOL!!! I was young, skinny and handsome once... and had the real cool cars to go with it... :msn-wink:

Nowadays...

[Maha]

I just had a look back through my 'Back Then' thread....some great pics in there Ed.
Jill being jockey?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/91739-Back-then/page6.....page Pages 3 and 6 for you Ed

[Gone Burger]

LOL!!! I was young, skinny and handsome once... and had the real cool cars to go with it... :msn-wink:

Nowadays...

Now theres a happy handsome chap! Wowie - you have lost a lot of weight Mr Ed Bear. Lovely to see your smile too. :) Makes ME smile.

[Edbear]

I just had a look back through my 'Back Then' thread....some great pics in there Ed.
Jill being jockey?


ROFL!!! Do you mean that pic or do you mean now... :innocent:

[Maha]

ROFL!!! Do you mean that pic or do you mean now... :innocent:

Either......:laugh: if you know what I mean.

[Edbear]

Now theres a happy handsome chap! Wowie - you have lost a lot of weight Mr Ed Bear. Lovely to see your smile too. :) Makes ME smile.

Well that was a month ago now, I'll have to get a new pic, but with the brace on, I look a bit bigger. Unfortunately I can only lie down in bed without it on and that may not make such a good pic... :shutup:

[Edbear]

Either......:laugh: if you know what I mean.

I guess that's a "Yes" then.... :shutup:

[Fatt Max]

Great work you guys,

Ed, really good to see you back on the mend. I have my wheels soon so once the Minsiter of War & Finance approves an afternoon blat, I'll be up there with a box of roses for the missus and a mince and cheese for you.

Take care mate

[Edbear]

Great work you guys,

Ed, really good to see you back on the mend. I have my wheels soon so once the Minsiter of War & Finance approves an afternoon blat, I'll be up there with a box of roses for the missus and a mince and cheese for you.

Take care mate

Great, mate! She finishes 3:30 on Thursdays and has Fridays off.

[Ratti]

Brilliant news Ed.

Enjoy the break ( er , in a manner of speaking )

Hey FM, what bike have you settled on?

[Fatt Max]

Brilliant news Ed.

Enjoy the break ( er , in a manner of speaking )

Hey FM, what bike have you settled on?

Got myself a lovely Hyosung Aquilla, it goes great and is fat bastard friendly so I am as happy as a fat bloke in a pie shop

[Edbear]

Brilliant news Ed.

Enjoy the break ( er , in a manner of speaking )

Hey FM, what bike have you settled on?

LOL!!! I'm enjoying being spoiled! :yes:


Got myself a lovely Hyosung Aquilla, it goes great and is fat bastard friendly so I am as happy as a fat bloke in a pie shop

Pics..? :sunny:

[Fatt Max]

LOL!!! I'm enjoying being spoiled! :yes:



Pics..? :sunny:

Yep, check them out here

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/125458-Got-me-new-bike...

[Edbear]

Yep, check them out here

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/125458-Got-me-new-bike...

Ahhh.. Nice looking bike. As the biggest of the 250's you should fit nicely.

[Fatt Max]

Ahhh.. Nice looking bike. As the biggest of the 250's you should fit nicely.

Yes indeed. I have done my research and you can fit a dozen standard sized pies under the seat....or three takeaway curries......

[Edbear]

Yes indeed. I have done my research and you can fit a dozen standard sized pies under the seat....or three takeaway curries......

Ah, but can you fit the Tupperware container, too..? :yes:

[Fatt Max]

Ah, but can you fit the Tupperware container, too..? :yes:

Ahh, you remember. No, I will not carry tupperware under my seat ever again, it will be grounds for divorce if I ever get re-binned and forget to retrieve the gear. Plastic containers mean so much to married women these days.

Mind you, I would be happy to give her custard-ody of them if it came to it.......shite joke....

[Edbear]

Ahh, you remember. No, I will not carry tupperware under my seat ever again, it will be grounds for divorce if I ever get re-binned and forget to retrieve the gear. Plastic containers mean so much to married women these days.

Mind you, I would be happy to give her custard-ody of them if it came to it.......shite joke....

:laugh: Well, genuine Tupperware isn't cheap these days... We use Clik-lok for the good stuff and mostly use those Chinese Takeaway containers. They last a while and when you run out you're "forced" to go and get some Chinese again!.:innocent:

Trouble is we have a cupboard full of these containers now as they last longer than we can go without Chicken Chow Mein and Cashew Nuts... :shutup:

[Edbear]

Thought I'd skite a bit... Here's the new slimmed down version of moi! Of course the body brace makes me look fatter, but I'm now down to 90kg even! :D Still pretty sore at times and getting dizzy spells but over all, not doing too badly.

See what the next x-ray shows in 6 weeks time....

[crazyhorse]

You're looking good Edbear...... wow! Lighter than Todd :innocent: keep up the good work :yes:

[Fatt Max]

Great pic mate, you're looking well and that is a good thing

Take it easy now, no fecking marathons eh

[Edbear]

You're looking good Edbear...... wow! Lighter than Todd :innocent: keep up the good work :yes:

LOL!!! I've probably got a slight advantage there... I don't recommend "crash diets" even though it worked really well for me... :laugh:


Great pic mate, you're looking well and that is a good thing

Take it easy now, no fecking marathons eh

Ha ha, it's a marathon just getting up in the morning, mate! :yes:

[crazyhorse]

LOL!!! I've probably got a slight advantage there... I don't recommend "crash diets" even though it worked really well for me... :laugh:


:rofl: :rofl: one thing you never lost is your great sense of humour :)

[Grahameeboy]

Thought I'd skite a bit... Here's the new slimmed down version of moi! Of course the body brace makes me look fatter, but I'm now down to 90kg even! :D Still pretty sore at times and getting dizzy spells but over all, not doing too badly.

See what the next x-ray shows in 6 weeks time....

So you won't be knocking on doors for a bit..lol

Sorry Edbear been off site a while and just saw this..glad you doing well mate and if I get a chance I will drop in for a cuppa

[Edbear]

:rofl: :rofl: one thing you never lost is your great sense of humour :)

Hee hee! :msn-wink:


So you won't be knocking on doors for a bit..lol

Sorry Edbear been off site a while and just saw this..glad you doing well mate and if I get a chance I will drop in for a cuppa

Yeah, but look out anyone who visits... :innocent:

[Maha]

Thought I'd skite a bit... Here's the new slimmed down version of moi! Of course the body brace makes me look fatter, but I'm now down to 90kg even! :D Still pretty sore at times and getting dizzy spells but over all, not doing too badly.

See what the next x-ray shows in 6 weeks time....

Looking good there Ed.....90kgs? wow thats about where I sit.......:shifty:

[Edbear]

Looking good there Ed.....90kgs? wow thats about where I sit.......:shifty:

It's real nice to look down and see my toes withought that basketball under my shirt blockng my view... :yes:

[Mom]

It's real nice to look down and see my toes withought that basketball under my shirt blockng my view... :yes:

You are looking mighty fine young Ed :yes: Bit sneaky though :shutup:

Offering up a cup of coffee, then getting the guests to make it :rofl:

Was lovely to see you so much better, you best give Jill that hug I left for her or else :yes:

[Edbear]

You are looking mighty fine young Ed :yes: Bit sneaky though :shutup:

Offering up a cup of coffee, then getting the guests to make it :rofl:

Was lovely to see you so much better, you best give Jill that hug I left for her or else :yes:

And you found everything straight away despite my vague directions as to where the coffee and bikkies were... "Would you guys like a coffee? Here's my cup on your way to the kitchen..."? :sunny:

You make a nice cup of coffee, too, by the way... you're more than welcome back again... :yes:

Was great to see you both today and I'll certainly give Jill a hug from you! Then I'll give her one from me... :innocent:

[Maha]

Dont forget to ask for that 2nd drink of water before lights out Ed.....:innocent:

[Edbear]

Dont forget to ask for that 2nd drink of water before lights out Ed.....:innocent:

Ha ha! Takes me back to childhood! Remember asking for a drink of water 'cause you don't want to go to sleep yet..?:yes:

The fact that she was in a state of, shall we say, undress of course had nothing to do with it...:innocent: there's something about having the Missus wandering around in the altogether... :love:

[Edbear]

I had a lovely surprise today! PrincessBandit and Balu, (Baloo?), called in! :sunny:

It was great to meet a couple more KB'rs in person! And of course being Suzuki riders, they were granted VIP status, (although they may not have noticed the difference... :shifty:).

Now that Germany is out of the World Cup, Balu, naturally, is backing the Netherlands to beat Spain and take the title. :yes: It's going to be an interesting game for sure!

I'm getting a bit "over it" with this injury, got another 5 weeks in the brace until the next x-ray but getting restless. Keeping myself busy as possible but since that pretty much entails working or playing on the laptop or watching TV, my choices are somewhat limited. So having nice surprises like KB'rs popping in makes my day! :niceone:

[vifferman]

I'm getting a bit "over it" with this injury, got another 5 weeks in the brace until the next x-ray but getting restless. Keeping myself busy as possible but since that pretty much entails working or playing on the laptop or watching TV, my choices are somewhat limited. So having nice surprises like KB'rs popping in makes my day! :niceone:
I know what you mean, Ed. I've been off work only 3 weeks (today!) and at least I can get out'n'about. (Went for a 3km walk this afternoon, and wondered if I'd overcooked it, but I was fine). It's hard to find enough stuff to do, eh?

[Edbear]

I know what you mean, Ed. I've been off work only 3 weeks (today!) and at least I can get out'n'about. (Went for a 3km walk this afternoon, and wondered if I'd overcooked it, but I was fine). It's hard to find enough stuff to do, eh?

Goodonyer! I can walk from the lounge to the bedroom and back and with the aid of my ACC provided stool I can go to the kitchen and make a sandwich. :shifty:

Mind you there are things one can do that don't require standing up... :shutup:

[Fatt Max]

It's real nice to look down and see my toes withought that basketball under my shirt blockng my view... :yes:

I can only dream my lovely, only dream......

[Edbear]

I can only dream my lovely, only dream......

One could try 7 days on a saline drip with nil-by-mouth then very little for another week... :yes:

[vifferman]

One could try 7 days on a saline drip with nil-by-mouth then very little for another week... :yes:
Yeah... horspittle is an excellent place to lose weight. The first time I was in (burst appendix), I lost about 5kg, and I was already a lean machine back then. This time, I gained 6 (fluid), then lost that plus another 6-ish. Despite now being on semi-proper food, my weight's still going down. Wish it was just fat, but it seems to be mostly muscle.
Anyway, good on you Ed, for remaining positive, and all the best for a speedy recovery. :niceone: (I'm off to see if I can hang up the washing, despite being expressly prohibited from doing so...)

[PrincessBandit]

I had a lovely surprise today! PrincessBandit and Balu, (Baloo?), called in! :sunny:

It was great to meet a couple more KB'rs in person! And of course being Suzuki riders, they were granted VIP status, (although they may not have noticed the difference... :shifty:).

Now that Germany is out of the World Cup, Balu, naturally, is backing the Netherlands to beat Spain and take the title. :yes: It's going to be an interesting game for sure!

I'm getting a bit "over it" with this injury, got another 5 weeks in the brace until the next x-ray but getting restless. Keeping myself busy as possible but since that pretty much entails working or playing on the laptop or watching TV, my choices are somewhat limited. So having nice surprises like KB'rs popping in makes my day! :niceone:

Was nice to meet you and Jill! We don't head up your way all that often but couldn't pass up the opportunity to call in while we were there.
All the best for your recovery.

[Mom]

Yeah... horspittle is an excellent place to lose weight. The first time I was in (burst appendix), I lost about 5kg, and I was already a lean machine back then. This time, I gained 6 (fluid), then lost that plus another 6-ish. Despite now being on semi-proper food, my weight's still going down. Wish it was just fat, but it seems to be mostly muscle.
Anyway, good on you Ed, for remaining positive, and all the best for a speedy recovery. :niceone: (I'm off to see if I can hang up the washing, despite being expressly prohibited from doing so...)

Its alright for you guys, I GAINED weight in hospital due to all the drugs (steroids are a shocker) and swelling, then being so sick and unable to excercise for another month just compounded the problem. Now I am just cuddly :D

[Edbear]

Yeah... horspittle is an excellent place to lose weight. The first time I was in (burst appendix), I lost about 5kg, and I was already a lean machine back then. This time, I gained 6 (fluid), then lost that plus another 6-ish. Despite now being on semi-proper food, my weight's still going down. Wish it was just fat, but it seems to be mostly muscle.
Anyway, good on you Ed, for remaining positive, and all the best for a speedy recovery. :niceone: (I'm off to see if I can hang up the washing, despite being expressly prohibited from doing so...)

Yeah, I'm still losing weight, too. When I got out of the shower this morning and lay down I looked down and saw my ribs sticking up! :gob: I hadn't seen them for years!!! :blink:


Was nice to meet you and Jill! We don't head up your way all that often but couldn't pass up the opportunity to call in while we were there.
All the best for your recovery.

It was great to meet you both and you're more than welcome to pop in any time you're in town! :scooter:


Its alright for you guys, I GAINED weight in hospital due to all the drugs (steroids are a shocker) and swelling, then being so sick and unable to excercise for another month just compounded the problem. Now I am just cuddly :D

Ha ha! You're hardly fat my dear! I'm sure a certain gentleman not too far from you would say you're about perfect... :innocent:

[vifferman]

Now I am just cuddly :D
Cuddly's good.:love:
Skinny (bony) chicks don't do it for me. :no:

[Gone Burger]

And then you have the other end of the spectrum - the folk who are too skinny trying to put on weight! Been trying for years to put on weight, definately under my ideal weight, yet I only loose a little more. Odd huh?

[vifferman]

And then you have the other end of the spectrum - the folk who are too skinny trying to put on weight! Been trying for years to put on weight, definately under my ideal weight, yet I only loose a little more. Odd huh?
You need the pill I take at night - mirtazapine (http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/588676). It helps me to sleep, but it also makes me hungry. It's actually a mild(ish) antidepressant, but is also used to treat anorexics or others who have trouble putting on weight. I've got used to it now, but it used to make me want to eat all the time.

[Edbear]

And then you have the other end of the spectrum - the folk who are too skinny trying to put on weight! Been trying for years to put on weight, definately under my ideal weight, yet I only loose a little more. Odd huh?

Trust me, you've got nothing to worry about! :yes: You've been through a lot of "stuff" and your weight is the last thing you need to worry about. There will come a time when you'll worry you're putting on too much, enjoy being slim and trim for as long as you can... :sunny:

[Gone Burger]

Trust me, you've got nothing to worry about! :yes: You've been through a lot of "stuff" and your weight is the last thing you need to worry about. There will come a time when you'll worry you're putting on too much, enjoy being slim and trim for as long as you can... :sunny:

Yes it really is amazing what stress can do for body weight, without even realising it. Over the past 3 months I have dropped about 6 kg, and I really didn't have that to spare before hand. Now the lightest that I have been since I was about 18. Yikes! Hopefully, when things calm down a little I can focus on putting that back on, and be a little healthier.

Oh Ed - my story of eating habbits and food would absolutely fascinate you! Will have to tell you my whole story one day, I have got my doctors stumped!

[Edbear]

Yes it really is amazing what stress can do for body weight, without even realising it. Over the past 3 months I have dropped about 6 kg, and I really didn't have that to spare before hand. Now the lightest that I have been since I was about 18. Yikes! Hopefully, when things calm down a little I can focus on putting that back on, and be a little healthier.

Oh Ed - my story of eating habbits and food would absolutely fascinate you! Will have to tell you my whole story one day, I have got my doctors stumped!

Now you've got me curious! :yes: I'd love to hear your story! I have to admit 6kg is a lot for someone your size. However, if you're still around your late-teens weight you're okay. I haven't been this weight since I was in my late 30's! I was shocked to see my ribs this morning!

I was drying my hands yesterday and the ring my daughter bought for me fell off! I broke my wedding ring months ago and was going to get it remoulded bigger as it had been resized twice in the past already but this week I just got it repaired and it's a wee bit too big now. :blink:

I'll have to change my profile pic now, I'm half the man I was, well almost... :innocent:

[MyGSXF]

:shit: Just found this thread Edbear... by crikey.. so sorry to hear!!! wishing you all the best hun.. & sending you & Mrs Bear & big :hug:

[Edbear]

:shit: Just found this thread Edbear... by crikey.. so sorry to hear!!! wishing you all the best hun.. & sending you & Mrs Bear & big :hug:

Gidday gorgeous! Thanks for that, I'm doing okay, all things considered. Just a bit frustrated not being able to do much, I have to be a good boy and behave myself... :innocent:

[Edbear]

Just a quick wee update. I weighed myself this morning without the brace on and I've reached 88kg! I'm really chuffed! :sunny:

Got my next appointment with the surgeon on 11th Aug. and am hoping the x-ray will confirm my feeling that the bone is starting to heal and that I will be able to dispense with the brace.

I've cut way down on the painkillers now and the brace is getting annoying so I'm hopeful I can chuck it away.

I don't recommend having your 4 year old grandson sleep with you though if you have a bad back. He fell asleep in our bed and instead of moving him to the spare bed, Jill left him with me. Aston gets a bit hot at night and as he was turning sideways and kicked the blankets off he got me twice in the back... :sick: and once in the eye! :bye: He's quite strong, will make a good footballer.... :yes:

[Her_C4]

Bloody hell you are doing well!! That is great news :) And yes, I know what you mean about the point you realise that something is more of a hindrance than a help is a great sign. Fingers crossed:sunny:

I am laughing over your description of your grandson in bed - my youngest was like that from the time he was born - I got over having him in bed for a snuggle for anything over 10 minutes when he was still very young:gob:.

[Edbear]

Bloody hell you are doing well!! That is great news :) And yes, I know what you mean about the point you realise that something is more of a hindrance than a help is a great sign. Fingers crossed:sunny:

I am laughing over your description of your grandson in bed - my youngest was like that from the time he was born - I got over having him in bed for a snuggle for anything over 10 minutes when he was still very young:gob:.

My goal was 87kg so I am very happy! I'll be even happier once I can start exercising and regaining some muscles. :yes:

We did the having kids in our bed thing a long time ago but then the grandchildren come along... I didn't tell him, though, that would have only made him feel bad...

[Gone Burger]

Once again, great news Ed - there really is no stopping you is there?

I truly love and believe the old saying "you can't keep a good man down" - thanks for proving this.

Keep it up young man, and our positive thoughts will be with you for the next X-Ray

[Edbear]

Once again, great news Ed - there really is no stopping you is there?

I truly love and believe the old saying "you can't keep a good man down" - thanks for proving this.

Keep it up young man, and our positive thoughts will be with you for the next X-Ray

Thanks Sweety! Or maybe, "You can't kill weeds!", or "Only the good die young!", (That'll make me immortal then!) :sunny:

I've got a Doc app this morning, got a sharp pain high on right side under armpit. Feels like a knife stabbing me in the rib. I thought it was the brace pinching me at first but it's got worse over this week and quite sore, so thought I'd get him to check it out. Can't blame Aston for it this time... :innocent:

[vifferman]

Hi, Edbear! Glad to hear you're still doing OK. :niceone:
Like you, I'm losing weight - lost about 7kg in the last few weeks. And also like you, I've had some annoying and random pains. One that I never sussed out (but which hasn't recurred, thank goodness!) was a very sharp pain (about a 9) in my right lower back. Dunno what it was, but I had a feeling if I went into A&E about it, it would mysteriously disappear. It only hurt when I breathed in or out.:shit: Think it might have been kidney related, but in the end, I managed to make it hurt all the time (which was better, for some perverse reason), then I found it easier to try to ignore, dropped off to sleep, and it was mostly gone when I work up. Now I've just gotta sort out why my left shoulder is buggered. Mentioned it to a couple of medical professionals, and they were stumped. Just have to keep taking paracetamol and using hot compresses, I guess.
Anyway, sorry - didn't mean to turn this into ravings about myself - just wanted to encourage you to keep positive, keep healing, and maybe we'll see you out and about soon.

[Edbear]

Hi, Edbear! Glad to hear you're still doing OK. :niceone:
Like you, I'm losing weight - lost about 7kg in the last few weeks. And also like you, I've had some annoying and random pains. One that I never sussed out (but which hasn't recurred, thank goodness!) was a very sharp pain (about a 9) in my right lower back. Dunno what it was, but I had a feeling if I went into A&E about it, it would mysteriously disappear. It only hurt when I breathed in or out.:shit: Think it might have been kidney related, but in the end, I managed to make it hurt all the time (which was better, for some perverse reason), then I found it easier to try to ignore, dropped off to sleep, and it was mostly gone when I work up. Now I've just gotta sort out why my left shoulder is buggered. Mentioned it to a couple of medical professionals, and they were stumped. Just have to keep taking paracetamol and using hot compresses, I guess.
Anyway, sorry - didn't mean to turn this into ravings about myself - just wanted to encourage you to keep positive, keep healing, and maybe we'll see you out and about soon.

Goodonyermate! Yeah, the Doc was pretty thorough but did say we can get all sorts of issues when we're coping with a serious injury. And me being in a substantial brace for most of the day means extra stress on other parts of the body. When sleeping you can favour the injured part which can irriitate the healthy bits. :bye:

It's likely that the brace has irritated the nerves and cartiledge under my arm and that the Tramadol was hiding the worst of the pain. So when I ran out and decided to make do with just the Panadol, the irritation became more pronounced as the Tramadol left the system. So I'm back on Tramadol and Diclophenac.

Upshot is be patient, put up with it and manage the pain best as you can and wait for things to heal. He congratulated me on my weight loss though. I was so chuffed I took a pic, but I was in my undies and I don't think I should post that on here... :blink: I did send it to my Mum, who's very pleased with me. My brother dared me to post it on facebook, but I'd probably be banned if I did that. If I posted it here, it would no doubt become someone's avatar or something... :sick:

[FROSTY]

great to see things are going forwards for you ed

[Edbear]

great to see things are going forwards for you ed

Thanks mate! I do try not to go backwards if I can avoid it... Onwards and upwards! :yes:

[Ratti]

o go on Ed..post the pic. We wont tell..or giggle.

Well not much and not where you can hear us ok?

[Mom]

Just a quick wee update.

Dont sleep with the little ones, they sleep like we should :lol:


Hi, Edbear! Glad to hear you're still doing OK. :niceone:
Like you, I'm losing weight - lost about 7kg in the last few weeks.

What is with the lose weight thing? All I did was gain when I was sick. Dropping now though.


o go on Ed..post the pic. We wont tell..or giggle.

Man your nose must be HUGE :innocent:

[Ratti]

Hmph...my reputation is being impugned. ( leave the 'g' out or put it in? I cant decide)

I DID write that we wouldnt giggle where you could hear us...

[Edbear]

Hmph...my reputation is being impugned. ( leave the 'g' out or put it in? I cant decide)

I DID write that we wouldnt giggle where you could hear us...

Hee hee. It's one thing to bare my soul, but baring my body might just overload the system... :blink: Maybe after I've gone through rehab and I'm looking more like Dan Carter, (well we can dream, eh?):innocent:

[Ratti]

You dream of Dan Carter?

er...does Mrs Bear know about this?

[Edbear]

You dream of Dan Carter?

er...does Mrs Bear know about this?

Well, actually I think she dreams of me looking like Dan Carter... :mellow: I'm just jealous of physiques like his and can't wait to get my rehab going. :yes:

[Ratti]

One day he'll be old and saggy like us.

And just to cap off a lovely day...and very briefly hi jack your thread...

Got home to find the sealed papers from Court in my mail box! Yippee!

For those who have missed it, ive been fighting since the day after my Husbands funeral last year to keep our home. His family have supported his adult sons in having me removed from the home and forcing the sale so they can have his money. Well guess what? Do NOT fuck wiv Ratti, Im nice until you get me cornered.

Ahem, anyway. I get to keep our home, buy them out for a very small % of the value of the property. But it's doable.

Anyway, come party to celebrate wiv your ol' mate Ratti. 21st August, pm me for details.

Cheers!

[Maha]

Well, actually I think she dreams of me looking like Dan Carter... :mellow: I'm just jealous of physiques like his and can't wait to get my rehab going. :yes:

Reminds me of a line from Cheers ....

Sam....''Hey Norm? who does you wife wish you looked a little more like''?
Norm...'' Charles Bronson''
Sam.... ''what about you Norm''?
Norm....'' I wish she looked a little less like Charles Bronson''......:lol:

[Edbear]

One day he'll be old and saggy like us.

And just to cap off a lovely day...and very briefly hi jack your thread...

Got home to find the sealed papers from Court in my mail box! Yippee!

For those who have missed it, ive been fighting since the day after my Husbands funeral last year to keep our home. His family have supported his adult sons in having me removed from the home and forcing the sale so they can have his money. Well guess what? Do NOT fuck wiv Ratti, Im nice until you get me cornered.

Ahem, anyway. I get to keep our home, buy them out for a very small % of the value of the property. But it's doable.

Anyway, come party to celebrate wiv your ol' mate Ratti. 21st August, pm me for details.

Cheers!

Goodonyer! Well done! I'll remember not to cross you... :yes:


Reminds me of a line from Cheers ....

Sam....''Hey Norm? who does you wife wish you looked a little more like''?
Norm...'' Charles Bronson''
Sam.... ''what about you Norm''?
Norm....'' I wish she looked a little less like Charles Bronson''......:lol:

LOL!!! Not that Jill looks anything like him of course... :shutup:

[Edbear]

Just back from Greenlane and my appointment with the Orthopaedic Surgeon. Good news, I was very apprehensive and was hoping the x-ray would show some improvement, but was very happy to see the bone has knitted together nicely! I can ditch the brace, finally after 12 weeks!

I have to continue to be very careful, especially now. No bending, still can't drive and have to spend less time sitting up, more time resting. So I'll still need my caregiver every day :love: who has been giving me those wonderful massages for at least the next four weeks until I am reassessed again.

However I can now begin some physio such as walking and swimming. At first, he said all I may be able to do is walk around the pool, but as long as I don't hurt my back, let the pain decide how much I do. He congratulated me on losing weight and encouraged me to lose a wee bit more, which I've been working on and am now down to 88kg and going for 85. :yes: At the time of my accident I was about 100kg! :shit: So Mrs. Bear and I are very happy today! :sunny:

[Gone Burger]

Oh Edbear - this is the most wonderful news. Look how far you have come over these past few months! I'm sure you will now sense a little more freedom being out of the brace, whilst still lapping up your good ladies help and attention.

What a good day indeed! See - good things take time?

Very happy to hear this news ed - no op! Now that's worth celebrating.

[crazyhorse]

.......... So Mrs. Bear and I are very happy today! :sunny:

Congratulations, that is very good to hear. Just listen to your doctor and take it easy.....!! :hug:

[Edbear]

Congratulations, that is very good to hear. Just listen to your doctor and take it easy.....!! :hug:

Of course! After I celebrate by getting tipsy and dancing on the table... :innocent:

[Edbear]

Oh Edbear - this is the most wonderful news. Look how far you have come over these past few months! I'm sure you will now sense a little more freedom being out of the brace, whilst still lapping up your good ladies help and attention.

What a good day indeed! See - good things take time?

Very happy to hear this news ed - no op! Now that's worth celebrating.

Thanks Sweetypie! Yup! Seeing the x-ray and that wee vertebrae all stuck back together was the best picture I could have looked at! LOVE being out of the brace! :yes:

And yes, I'm still lapping up the attention, at least for the next four weeks anyway...

[Ratti]

way to go Ed. If you go dancing on tables make sure its stable and really really close to the ground ok?

[Edbear]

way to go Ed. If you go dancing on tables make sure its stable and really really close to the ground ok?

LOL!!! Maybe I should start actually on the ground and work my way up... :innocent:

[Edbear]

Hey, I can wear my skinny jeans! Reached my goal weight of 87kg, now just gotta transform flab to muscle and tone up! I start at the pool today, just walking at first but it's a start! :sunny:

Still very sore without the support if the brace, but painkillers are good...216645

[yungatart]

Awesome news, Mr Slim!
Take it easy in the pool too...water has lots of resistance. And mind you don't wear yourself out!

[Edbear]

Awesome news, Mr Slim!
Take it easy in the pool too...water has lots of resistance. And mind you don't wear yourself out!

Yep! We're going to get a season pass to Waiwera. And my wife will be there to give me mouth to mouth if I drown...:yes: (or maybe even if I don't...:innocent:)

[Fatt Max]

Jeez your looking well on it Ed, good to see mate.

Skinny jeans, have to put a stop to that bruvver......

Must call in soon and annoy the shite out of ya

Stay well mate

[Edbear]

Jeez your looking well on it Ed, good to see mate.

Skinny jeans, have to put a stop to that bruvver......

Must call in soon and annoy the shite out of ya

Stay well mate

Thanks mate! I'm still not allowed to drive :bye: so I'm usually at home. Still being pampered by gorgeous ladies :sunny: so it's not all bad.

[Ratti]

Wonderful news Ed. Your muscles wil have atrophied a bit so will take time to re set themselves. If there is still a big zoom tube hydroslide at Waiwera, can I suggest you stay off it for now?

[willytheekid]

So great to see your doing well Ed :hug:..(thats one of those manly hugs by the way lol)
....Knew you were a tuff one! (just from reading your post's)


All the best from Me Charlotte and little Ryder

your proof that ya can't keep a good biker down :ride:

[Edbear]

Wonderful news Ed. Your muscles wil have atrophied a bit so will take time to re set themselves. If there is still a big zoom tube hydroslide at Waiwera, can I suggest you stay off it for now?

Awwww.... Spoilsport.... okay then... :bye:


So great to see your doing well Ed :hug:..(thats one of those manly hugs by the way lol)
....Knew you were a tuff one! (just from reading your post's)


All the best from Me Charlotte and little Ryder

your proof that ya can't keep a good biker down :ride:

I don't mind manly hugs... :innocent: I do LOVE wo-manly hugs though... :love:

I'm just living proof that only the good die young, really... :shifty:

Thanks everyone for your support and kindness, it does make a difference!

[Maha]

You skinny bugger, you must weigh less than me....:mellow:
Easy to pick up now?....:love:

[Edbear]

You skinny bugger, you must weigh less than me....:mellow:
Easy to pick up now?....:love:

I weighed myself this morning and I'm 86kg! Jill can't get over that she can feel my ribs and I can't get over that I can see them! :shit:

[Edbear]

Got started in the pool at the Leisure Centre this week. Got one of the lovely lifeguards to take a pic. Pretty hard work and you know you're not fit when your exercise is walking up and down the lane and you can't keep up with three little old ladies in their 70's... :blink:

But it's a start! :yes:

217554

[Maha]

Come on Ed, I cant see any old lady's in that pic, are they really that fast?

[Edbear]

Come on Ed, I cant see any old lady's in that pic, are really that fast?

I'da hadda ask their permission to take their picture, so was easier to just wait until they got out. :yes:

[oldrider]

Got started in the pool at the Leisure Centre this week. Got one of the lovely lifeguards to take a pic. Pretty hard work and you know you're not fit when your exercise is walking up and down the lane and you can't keep up with three little old ladies in their 70's... :blink:

But it's a start! :yes:

217554

Are those "implants" Ed? :shifty:

[Edbear]

Are those "implants" Ed? :shifty:

:bleh: That's after losing 12kg! I've had a "reduction"... :yes:

Now I just gotta trim and tone.... :innocent:

[Maha]

Got a text from Ed earlier.
Hes back in Auckland hospital, Vertebrae squashed and spine collapsed forward, needs urgent MRI and CT.
He is in Ward 61 room 9.

[steve_t]

Get well soon, Ed!!

[Gone Burger]

Got a text from Ed earlier.
Hes back in Auckland hospital, Vertebrae squashed and spine collapsed forward, needs urgent MRI and CT.
He is in Ward 61 room 9.

Oh shit - he was doing so well? Thanks for letting us know Maha, I will send him a text soon. If you hear any more Maha, it would be great to get an update. All the way down in Wellington and can't pop in and visit.

COME ON ED - Don't let this stop you! All our love to you and Jill.

[Foxzee]

Oh poo's that is so unpleasant to read.

Our love and thoughts are with you Eddy Teddy!...knowing you, you will be back on here as soon as you were last time young fella!

[Maha]

I got a pic from him as well, it was his room, he has one all to himself lucky begger :shifty:
We have a meeting to attend in Auckland early Saturday morning so might get up a see Ed after that.

[Edbear]

Hi guys! Finally got on here, got my laptop with me! Can't stay on too long as it costs heaps using my cell phone as modem and each time I get a phone call it cuts the connection...

Doc's been around and shoved his finger up my butt, :sick: checked my leg function and gotta have urine test to see how the nerves are working. So far so good... :yes:

Hope to get scans tomorrow. Gonna shift the bed over so I can see the harbour. Pretty Chinese nurse being very nice to me... :shifty: Hope they get me my drugs soon, bit sore at the mo. :bye:

The vertebrae that was smashed, while knitted together, has been squashed and the spine is collapsing forward. Like flattening a sponge with your hand. Spine is deformed, (and damn sore!), so the gentle exercise I've been doing is not the way to go, obviously... The only thing that doesn't hurt is lying down.

Thanks for the messages and texts, makes me feel good! :sunny:

[scumdog]

Doc's been around and shoved his finger up my butt, :sick:
Thanks for the messages and texts, makes me feel good! :sunny:

Always knew 'doc' was dodgy....:shifty:

[Edbear]

Always knew 'doc' was dodgy....:shifty:

Specially when he talks about "mood lighting" for the occaision... :blink:

[Mom]

Specially when he talks about "mood lighting" for the occaision... :blink:

Mental note to self, buy large scented candles for Edbear :shit:

[Edbear]

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :bleh: :innocent:

[Edbear]

Well they're doing the scans tomorrow morning so that if they decide to operate they can do it right then... :mellow:

So today I can eat, drink and be merry as tomorrow I may be feeling a bit cut-up about things... :innocent: Hopefully they won't have to operate but whatever they decide will no doubt be what is necessary.

[nutjob]

Bloody hell! :gob:

Good luck Ed, hope it gets sorted soon

[Edbear]

Dag nab it! :bye: Surgical team came and saw me this morning and I have no choice but to have the operation. Going to be a major one, about 10hrs. They have to dismantle it and reconstruct it using bone from my hip and then put a cage around it. Have to open up chest and back, so not a quick fix I'm afraid. :sick:

Sheduled for next week not got day yet but the MRI and CT showed not very good and I've been told to be very careful about moving as it's rather delicate right now. Gotta have complete bed-rest. So unfortunately can't go galivanting around the place and chasing the nurses. :shutup: Mind you they've been coming to me and holding my hand and caressing me..:innocent: (okay, so they're taking my bloodpressure and testing nerve function in my legs and feet...:shifty:)

[Ronin]

There is some rather important nerve function you should be asking them to test for you Ed...

Rather shattering news I know but I would hope that if I were ever in a similar situation I would handle it even half as well as you. Your humour and positive thoughts are an insperation my friend.

[Maha]

I guess that Olympic High Jump medal is looking like a distant dream now eh ED?
We'll call up and see you Saturday, maybe late morning?

[Gone Burger]

I guess that Olympic High Jump medal is looking like a distant dream now eh ED?
We'll call up and see you Saturday, maybe late morning?

Give him a big squeeze from Katiepie Maha - OH - No don't I've heard he has a bad back? :innocent:

You know I would come and visit too Ed if I were up that way. Will just have to send you Boulevard bike porn by pix in the mean time.

You'll get through the op no worries at all. Very scary process to be thinking about, but best we get you fixed and good to go for the rest of your many years ahead huh? That a boy - and remember, if you call them, they will come (the pretty nurses).

[Edbear]

There is some rather important nerve function you should be asking them to test for you Ed...

Rather shattering news I know but I would hope that if I were ever in a similar situation I would handle it even half as well as you. Your humour and positive thoughts are an insperation my friend.

Well the Doc did ask with that sideways look if everything was in working order... :innocent: Seemed pleased when I said yes...


I guess that Olympic High Jump medal is looking like a distant dream now eh ED?
We'll call up and see you Saturday, maybe late morning?

Love to see you mate! Anyone who wants to pop in is most welcome! :yes:


Give him a big squeeze from Katiepie Maha - OH - No don't I've heard he has a bad back? :innocent:

You know I would come and visit too Ed if I were up that way. Will just have to send you Boulevard bike porn by pix in the mean time.

You'll get through the op no worries at all. Very scary process to be thinking about, but best we get you fixed and good to go for the rest of your many years ahead huh? That a boy - and remember, if you call them, they will come (the pretty nurses).

A big squeeze from you my dear? Bad back? What bad back..? :innocent:

[Maha]

Give him a big squeeze from Katiepie Maha - OH - No don't I've heard he has a bad back? :innocent:

You know I would come and visit too Ed if I were up that way. Will just have to send you Boulevard bike porn by pix in the mean time.

You'll get through the op no worries at all. Very scary process to be thinking about, but best we get you fixed and good to go for the rest of your many years ahead huh? That a boy - and remember, if you call them, they will come (the pretty nurses).

I think I can get my arms around him....:innocent:



A big squeeze from you my dear? Bad back? What bad back..? :innocent:

K T Pie cant make so you are stuck with me....:blip:
But Anne might just get in there before me....:shifty:

Ward 75 Room 10

[Edbear]

I think I can get my arms around him....:innocent:

K T Pie cant make so you are stuck with me....:blip:
But Anne might just get in there before me....:shifty:

Ward 75 Room 10

Well, while a man-hug is okay by me, a wo-man hug is much more enjoyable... :love:

[Gone Burger]

Well, while a man-hug is okay by me, a wo-man hug is much more enjoyable... :love:

I wonder how long it would take me on the M50 to get to Auckland and back before my open home? Riding VERY sensibly of course

[Maha]

I wonder how long it would take me on the M50 to get to Auckland and back before my open home? Riding VERY sensibly of course

That would be an overnighter wouldn't it?....:blink:

[Edbear]

I wonder how long it would take me on the M50 to get to Auckland and back before my open home? Riding VERY sensibly of course


That would be an overnighter wouldn't it?....:blink:

About 8hrs each way isn't it, though Toaster may disagree... :innocent:

You'd have a place to stay of course, but you'll be rather tired for your open home... :yes:

[Mom]

You'd have a place to stay of course, but you'll be rather tired for your open home... :yes:

Of course :yes:

Well Mr Eddie-bear this is not the news we wanted to hear you know that eh? One positive thing though, we are probably going to have to feed you chocolate and all things naughty to fatten you up again.

Poor thing. See you tomorrow!

[hellokitty]

:love: good luck with the operation - best wishes for a speedy recovery :love:

[Edbear]

Of course :yes:

Well Mr Eddie-bear this is not the news we wanted to hear you know that eh? One positive thing though, we are probably going to have to feed you chocolate and all things naughty to fatten you up again.

Poor thing. See you tomorrow!

Not quite what I wanted either, love... Still I have little choice, as the surgeon said the op is voluntary but I said "What's the alternative?" He said, "Well, you don't really have one.." My nerves are being affected now and the MRI showed pressure on the spinal cord so I'm under strict instructions to be very careful until the op as it's all rather delicate in there.


:love: good luck with the operation - best wishes for a speedy recovery :love:

Thanks sweety! :sunny: I'm under one of the best surgeons the staff tell me, and he seems confident so I figure I should come out the other side okay. I just know it's going to hurt a bit...:mellow:

[Mom]

Paid a visit to Ed today and found him absolutely lapping up all the wonderful attention from his dedicated team of nurses. He has one of the best views over Auckland city I have ever seen and the sun was streaming in to his room. He has all the creature comforts a bloke needs, I saw laptop, radio, phone, bike magazines, chocolates to name but a few.

He has also kept it very quiet that he is sharing a room with a woman that is not his wife :gob: Mind you Jill (his lovely lady wife) is an absolute hunny and this one was not in the best of moods today, if I am completely honest. Poor thing she must have been feeling terrible, I got a growling for laughing :shit:

Good luck Ed, you will be fine. Nothing more wonderful to look forward to except a repaired spine that will see you good for the rest of your days. The one you have right now is useless!

Thoughts and prayers with you all. Give my love to Jill and the rest of your lovely family.

[Ratti]

Now see here Ed...I bugger off for a few days and you go and do yourself in? That's simply not on.

I suggest a bit of DIY, quick gulp of anasthetic of your choice, swipe wiv a razor blade, squirt of gib filler and RobertsYourMothersBrother.

See? Eezy Peezy.

NO giggling. Dont disturb your room-mate.

take care and do what you're told

[Edbear]

Hey don't tell all my secrets! You'll have members lining up at the door! :shit: Was lovely to see you both today, and although Maha did his best, (sorry mate!) he wasn't as cuddly as you... :innocent: And he didn't kiss me either... must be a man thing... :shutup:

Poor old lady next to me had fallen and smashed her ankle just as she was coming right from two knee replacements and was tired and sore and trying to sleep... She apologised to me later for growling so she's not a bad sort. Her daughter and daughter-in-law are lovely too...:innocent: Her wee grand-daughter gave me a blueberry muffin! :shifty:

I tell you, though, I get the best of treatment in here! All the nurses fussing over me, caressing my hands and feet, waited on with coffees and food, helped in the shower. Why didn't I do this years ago! :sunny:

Oh, but the operation sounds a bit scary... :blink: Still, I might get down to 80kg yet! :shifty:

[Edbear]

Now see here Ed...I bugger off for a few days and you go and do yourself in? That's simply not on.

I suggest a bit of DIY, quick gulp of anasthetic of your choice, swipe wiv a razor blade, squirt of gib filler and RobertsYourMothersBrother.

See? Eezy Peezy.

NO giggling. Dont disturb your room-mate.

take care and do what you're told

Yeah, someone suggested Selley's No More Gaps, should work, eh? :yes: I'm gonna ask for a copy of the DVD... :innocent:

[hellokitty]

Hi Ed ( I can see you reading this thread) hope you are surviving the hospital food and not going too crazy!!!! Hope you heal up quickly :love:

[Edbear]

Hi Ed ( I can see you reading this thread) hope you are surviving the hospital food and not going too crazy!!!! Hope you heal up quickly :love:

Hey I can't even complain about the food! Lots of choice, dinner tonight was roast Pork and gravy with mashed spud... :sunny: As for crazy, I think it too late for that... :blink:

They tell me I'll be good as new afterwards! Just not looking forward to the next week or so until the pain and discomfort subside... :sick:

[Mom]

Just not looking forward to the next week or so until the pain and discomfort subside... :sick:

Think of the ketamine :D I prefer morphine myself :innocent:

Wish you were not facing this surgery down, but know in my heart of hearts you will fly through.

[Edbear]

Think of the ketamine :D I prefer morhine myself :innocent:

Wish you were not facing this surgery down, but know in my heart of hearts you will fly through.

Yeah I think I'll get another one of those self-medicating units where you press the button.:yes:

I wish I wasn't needing it but becoming paraplegic doesn't sound a great alternative.. :bye:

I'm a big boy now, though, eh...?:sunny:


(Mummeeee!!!!)

[Ratti]

Sweety, apart from the tossers, we ALL wish you weren't facing this crisis.

No such thing as a BigBoy in this situation dude, sometimes it's ok to feel like a helpless kid. In this case, its practically mandatory as you have so little control over the process. Information is good. Drive them nuts wanting to know EVERYTHING about the process ( if you havent already that is )

You and Jill have each other and that counts for a lot.

[Edbear]

Sweety, apart from the tossers, we ALL wish you weren't facing this crisis.

No such thing as a BigBoy in this situation dude, sometimes it's ok to feel like a helpless kid. In this case, its practically mandatory as you have so little control over the process. Information is good. Drive them nuts wanting to know EVERYTHING about the process ( if you havent already that is )

You and Jill have each other and that counts for a lot.

Thanks sweety! Yeah, I know, I have few questions to ask, important stuff like, "Can I have copies of the scans and x-rays and are you going to film it and if so can I please have a copy to show my friends..?" :yes:

The surgeon's, (yep two of them), were very open and informative and said to write anything down so I'd remember to ask when I see the anaethetist so I've got a couple or three on my notepad.

My darling wife is really being my rock right now, just wish I could be at home for the night and cuddle up before the op. :love: Though if they do it Tuesday I'll get to see her tomorrow night.

My Mum's been txting me and I know she's concerned for me but she's down in Kawerau so will probably come up afterwards.

I just keep telling myself they're doing this sort of thing every day and they know what they're doing, so I'm sure I'll be fine... :sunny:

[Tink]

Ed's wife just called to say that Ed had a car accident this morning in Auckland.
Ed has a smashed Lower Vertebra (L1)
He is in Ward 7 at Auckland Hospital.
I have spoken to him, I did here a small laugh but I fear its the drugs.

Mark

Heh pass on a hi from me... he will prob say who the hell is that... fast recovery... and thoughts.. and glad he is still with us!

[Edbear]

Heh pass on a hi from me... he will prob say who the hell is that... fast recovery... and thoughts.. and glad he is still with us!

I know who you are sweety! Had to scratch my head a bit, (okay, I checked your profile... :shutup:), but thanks! I'm living proof only the good die young, so I'm gonna live forever... :innocent:

[helenoftroy]

Edbear so sorry to hear conservative treatment unsuccessfull,thinking of you...

The posterior/anterior approach sounds scarey but it allows good stabilisation with caging & bone grafts.You will have an opiate PCA(patient controlled analgesia) and Im sure you will be a model patient!:niceone:

Im a Duty Manager at Burwood Hospital,and many years ago was Charge Nurse in the Spinal Unit:doctor:
My ex-husband fractured T4 & T12/L1 in a motorbike crash way back in the 80's and had similar surgery to you....

Thank you so much for your kindness and practical offers of help last week after the quake.Thoughts are with you this week....love and best wishes:hug:

[Genie]

Hey cuddley....all the best.

You're right they do do this sort of thing all the time...you are in the best care. xx

[Edbear]

Edbear so sorry to hear conservative treatment unsuccessfull,thinking of you...

The posterior/anterior approach sounds scarey but it allows good stabilisation with caging & bone grafts.You will have an opiate PCA(patient controlled analgesia) and Im sure you will be a model patient!:niceone:

Im a Duty Manager at Burwood Hospital,and many years ago was Charge Nurse in the Spinal Unit:doctor:
My ex-husband fractured T4 & T12/L1 in a motorbike crash way back in the 80's and had similar surgery to you....

Thank you so much for your kindness and practical offers of help last week after the quake.Thoughts are with you this week....love and best wishes:hug:

Ah, so you'll have seen it all then! Fascinating learning about it, for sure. Have a couple of issues to work through before surgery, now scheduled for Thurs. They've asked for my bone density scans for the Osteoporosis from an Illness I've been treated for.

I was happy to offer to help any way i could. My sister is working in one of the welfare centres down there now, 12hr shifts but finding it very rewarding.


Hey cuddley....all the best.

You're right they do do this sort of thing all the time...you are in the best care. xx

Sure am! I got the best of friends on my side too! :sunny:

[Edbear]

You know you've got it bad when... 218605 :love:

Hey, maybe we should start a thread... :shutup:

[Maha]

You know you've got it bad when... 218605 :love:

Hey, maybe we should start a thread... :shutup:

Ok, so your op is on thursday?
I take Jill will be sticking around?

Yeah go on, start a thread....:rockon:

[Genie]

Yeah go on, start a thread....:rockon:

yeah..double dare ya!

[Edbear]

Ok, so your op is on thursday?
I take Jill will be sticking around?

Yeah go on, start a thread....:rockon:

LOL!!! Not sure about Jill, she was booked to go to Aus for the weekend and I've said she should still go as I'll be out of it for a few days anyway and she hasn't seen her brothers and their families for ages. It's our nephew's wedding on Sat. She's torn up about it of course, but we'll survive.


yeah..double dare ya!

Who's goin' first?

[_Shrek_]

Well, while a man-hug is okay by me, a wo-man hug is much more enjoyable... :love:

:shit: Ed isn't there an easier way to get a bit of TLC other than getting involed in another accident :shutup:


Paid a visit to Ed today and found him absolutely lapping up all the wonderful attention from his dedicated team of nurses. He has one of the best views over Auckland city I have ever seen and the sun was streaming in to his room. He has all the creature comforts a bloke needs, I saw laptop, radio, phone, bike magazines, chocolates to name but a few.

He has also kept it very quiet that he is sharing a room with a woman that is not his wife

Thoughts and prayers with you all. Give my love to Jill and the rest of your lovely family.

Ok maybe can see why :laugh: & as mom said "Thoughts and prayers with you all" :Punk:

mend well Ed :yes:

[chanceyy]

good luck for ya op Ed, will be thinking of ya ;)

[Genie]

Hey Cuddly, what's happening tonight? Isn't the wheel chair derby on tonight?

[Edbear]

:shit: Ed isn't there an easier way to get a bit of TLC other than getting involed in another accident :shutup:

Ok maybe can see why :laugh: & as mom said "Thoughts and prayers with you all" :Punk:

mend well Ed :yes:

Well, what can I say...?:innocent:


good luck for ya op Ed, will be thinking of ya ;)

Thanks sweety! :hug:


Hey Cuddly, what's happening tonight? Isn't the wheel chair derby on tonight?

Well, it's just that there're these two young student nurses keep coming back to see me and take my blood pressure and check my pulse... For some reason my pulse is a wee bit fast... :shutup:

[Edbear]

Just seen surgeon. It's all go for 9am tomorrow morn!

[Maha]

Hope he gets a good nights sleep Ed? :innocent:
Longish proceedure isn't it?

[Edbear]

Hope he gets a good nights sleep Ed? :innocent:
Longish proceedure isn't it?

We've spent a couple days working through some issues, and have decided to do a less invasive op going through the back only and not also through the front. Still a major one, but less risky. Result may not be as perfect, but I'm happier as it's still going to do the job with quicker recovery and far less risk. Less pain afterwards, too, which prob won't mean much on Friday and Sat. but should mean less time in hosp. So yes a long and tricky op even so, but better than what I got now.

I did some research, (yeah, I'm one of those pains who has to know everything...:innocent:), and my respect for the surgeon went up a few more notches! It was scary stuff reading about it even after they'd described it to me. Mr. Don comes highly recommended and I'd got a second opinion from another surgeon who came to the same opinion, so it was good to see both in agreement.

So won't know full extent of what he can do until he gets in there and starts playing around, I kinda hope he'll get very close to doing as well as the full op, but his only concern is the fact that the injury is four months old so can't guarantee how much he can achieve.

[Maha]

Well Eddy ole' chap, I guess the op is all over by now and you are fast asleep in recovery?
Looking forward to hearing form you in a day or two maybe?

[Quasi]

yes - big healing hugs to Ed and hope theres lots of pretty distractions around to help the recovery. We all thinking of yah matey.

[emaN]

Dang, wish I'd known!
Thinking & prayin' for you man - rest well!

[Maha]

Ed is ok, but they have not seen the surgeon yet.
I guess he'll be around in the morning sometime?

All things crossed for ya Ed....;)

[Toaster]

Ed is ok, but they have not seen the surgeon yet.
I guess he'll be around in the morning sometime?

All things crossed for ya Ed....;)

I saw Ed and his family last night. His texts this morning were very upbeat and calm pre-surgery. Certainly looking forward to hearing a positive result once he gets the chance.

[Mom]

I saw Ed and his family last night. His texts this morning were very upbeat and calm pre-surgery. Certainly looking forward to hearing a positive result once he gets the chance.

He will be fine. My heart and thoughts are with Jill and the kids, for they are doing it harder than him at the moment. Yo, wheres my hug?

[Gone Burger]

:hug:Hey cheeky Edbear... sending you lots of love and positive thoughts. I'm sure everything went very well today with your surgery. Really wish I could just come around and visit when you are in recovery mode, but alas, I just can't make it up there right now. Looking forward to hearing your update and positive words.

P.S. You might just be getting another cheeky text over the weekend, you have been warned.

xxxx

[Ratti]

HI Ya Ed n Jill. Im hoping Ed is drifting nicely in and out of various chemical dreams right now. Gentle hugs and positive vibes heading up your way for all concerned.

[_Shrek_]

HI Ya Ed n Jill. Im hoping Ed is drifting nicely in and out of various chemical dreams right now. Gentle hugs and positive vibes heading up your way for all concerned.

+ 2 here......

[Maha]

Text from Mr Ed....(no not the horse:whistle:)
Surgeon is happy with the op, he has a very sore back (to be expected) but the graft site is ok, he can hardly feel it (damn those drugs:woohoo:)

[_Shrek_]

Text from Mr Ed....(no not the horse:whistle:)
Surgeon is happy with the op, he has a very sore back (to be expected) but the gratf site is ok, he can hardly feel (damn those drugs:woohoo:)

great news :wari:

[Genie]

Text from Mr Ed....(no not the horse:whistle:)
Surgeon is happy with the op, he has a very sore back (to be expected) but the gratf site is ok, he can hardly feel (damn those drugs:woohoo:)

Cheerds for passing that on to us all...

Take your time healing Cuddly Ed.;)

[hellokitty]

That is good news :hug: hope you are recovering well.

[Mom]

Went to see Ed today. He was a bit miserable, some meany person had tried to put him in brace and as a result he was feeling a bit sick with the pain, but he had a lovely smile. Might try to get back tomorrow, we did not stay long. Drugs are good, and certainly work quickly, but we did not want to stay and tucker him out, he had others to "entertain", and there is plenty of time to out stay our welcome once he feels a lot better. I know how wonderful it is to see visitors when you are really sick, and how nice it is when they have gone.

Hells teeth, there is a kilo pack of Roses on his bedsider to eat :whistle: we have to get back for that alone.

[hellokitty]

Hells teeth, there is a kilo pack of Roses on his bedsider to eat :whistle: we have to get back for that alone.

what ward is he in again? Muhahahahaha :wings:

[Maha]

what ward is he in again? Muhahahahaha :wings:

After all the caramello ones are gone I will let you know.:whistle:
Going back to visit him tomorrow.

[hellokitty]

After all the caramello ones are gone I will let you know.:whistle:
Going back to visit him tomorrow.

I would let you have the caramello ones - I like the peppermint, strawberry, turkish delight :bleh:

[Genie]

chocolate....hmmmmmmmmmmmmm

[Maha]

Turkish Delight is just :eek: if you kno...opps wong fred :Oops:

[Genie]

Turkish Delight is just :eek: if you kno...opps wong fred :Oops:

Turkish Delight is my all time fav..if you k...:oops:

[Mom]

Ed is a bit fuzzy today, well what I mean is he is a bit dopey, oh, not dopey, but a bit doolallie :eek: Drugs are working, but keeping him from thinking too clearly at times, but that is quite cute all the same.

Took him some grapes, but he is only allowed sips of water today :pinch: so I got to eat a few of them for him, very yummy I must say. The big bad meanie has not attempted to put his brace back on, and he says the nurses looking after him are wonderful, which of course they are. He got one of them to take a pic of the chop job they did on him, quite impressive :yes:

It is not really gross if you want to have a look.

http://lightsurf.xtra.co.nz/guest/view/message.do?lsdb=7&invite=XExr4aJ4h8PJeYa7h0Rk&shareName=MMS&retailerid=TNZ

He has no PC yet, I doubt he would be up to operating one yet, though he may be very entertaining if he did :dodge:

[tri boy]

Havn't met you Ed, but all the best for your op recovery:msn-wink:

[hellokitty]

I just looked at the photo - poor Ed! That is a huge cut! Must be bloody painful - hope you have a morphine pump!!!!!!!!
No tight hugs for you for a while, I bet.

[Mom]

I just looked at the photo - poor Ed! That is a huge cut! Must be bloody painful - hope you have a morphine pump!!!!!!!!
No tight hugs for you for a while, I bet.

He is special, he has a ketamine constant infusion in one arm, and a morphine pump he controls in the other one. I made him grunt yesterday and I did not squeeze at all :stupid:

[MyGSXF]

Sending lots of love & hugs your way babe :hug:

oh.. & be gentle with the nurses!!! :msn-wink:

[Gone Burger]

Heard from Mr. Bear today. Sounds like he will be able to go home on Monday.

He is feeling much better today, after a rough few days, and no doubt greatly looking forward to getting home to get some rest in his comfort zone again, to focus on his recovery.

Good stuff Ed! Hope they do stick to the Monday plan, and we all look forward to hearing from you again on here.

[Edbear]

Havn't met you Ed, but all the best for your op recovery:msn-wink:


I just looked at the photo - poor Ed! That is a huge cut! Must be bloody painful - hope you have a morphine pump!!!!!!!!
No tight hugs for you for a while, I bet.


He is special, he has a ketamine constant infusion in one arm, and a morphine pump he controls in the other one. I made him grunt yesterday and I did not squeeze at all :stupid:

Oh was that a grunt? Sounded more like a squeek... :msn-wink:


Sending lots of love & hugs your way babe :hug:

oh.. & be gentle with the nurses!!! :msn-wink:

You should see how tenderly I treat them... :chase:


Heard from Mr. Bear today. Sounds like he will be able to go home on Monday.

He is feeling much better today, after a rough few days, and no doubt greatly looking forward to getting home to get some rest in his comfort zone again, to focus on his recovery.

Good stuff Ed! Hope they do stick to the Monday plan, and we all look forward to hearing from you again on here.

Thank you u luvverly people you! I do hope I can get out soon! :niceone:

[Genie]

Hugs and love and laughter and chocolate fish....I'm so in love with your attitude. You are an amazing man.

[Edbear]

Hugs and love and laughter and chocolate fish....I'm so in love with your attitude. You are an amazing man.

Uh oh! You've done it now! You said those magic words... "chocolate fish..." :facepalm: Now I gotta get outa here! :shutup:

[Ratti]

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Well, if that's all it takes.....:done:

[Edbear]

Well, I did come home on Monday afternoon, but it was an endurance test for sure, despite my daughter having a comfy Honda Odysee!

I've not been well for the first couple of days, but much better today, (Yay for drugs!:love:)

The op was a success though, the surgeon was pleased, the Registrar was pleased the Anaethsetist was pleased and I hurt.. :yes: I was told it was a major operation and that pain would be an issue for about 6mths, but you know how we are, eh? I'm on Panadol, Tramadol and Morphine and I'm coping as long as I'm careful.

I get to miss out on my massage for a while though, due to the obvious wounds that need to heal, but I still get moisturised. Showering is a longer, slower exercise too. I get my lunch made for me as well before my caregiver leaves. She really spoils me! Brings me my Berocca and a coffee and makes my lunch...

This new brace is a bit slimmer and more comfortable than the last one and my lower back is much better now without that extra strain on it. I'm waiting for my scans to come to me so I'll see if I can post a pic or two of the before and after shots. The before xray was scary to see and I could understand him putting me straight into hospital. The spinal cord was being compressed and the spine had collapsed, crushing the broken vertebrae and twisting 32 degrees out of alignment. In was put on strict bedrest until the op.

I'm now down to 82kg! From 98kg at the time of the accident on 12th May. I look in the mirror now and try to remember what it was like to be 16kg heavier! :shit:

It's great to be back home again! :sunny:

[Reckless]

First post here!
Far out mate just looked at the pic!
Bloody hell..... but you sound like you have a strong will!
Haven't met you but Maha has been telling us at how your doing!
Good luck with it all hope you heal fast!!

[Edbear]

First post here!
Far out mate just looked at the pic!
Bloody hell..... but you sound like you have a strong will!
Haven't met you but Maha has been telling us at how your doing!
Good luck with it all hope you heal fast!!

Well, some say strong will, others say doggedly stubborn, I say, "Drugs! Gimmee drugs!"

Didn't really have a choice, I asked the Doc what the alternative was after he described the operation and he sorta gave me that thoughtful, knowing look that only surgeons seem to perfect and replied, "Well, you don't really have one..."

[Ratti]

so...you will have to get inventive for a few months eh?:shutup:

Drugs are definatly your friend right now. Wont be long tho in the overall scheme of things and you'll be waving them goodbye:bye:

take care...again...havent we done this Welcome Home Ed thing before?:yes:

[Edbear]

so...you will have to get inventive for a few months eh?:shutup:

Drugs are definatly your friend right now. Wont be long tho in the overall scheme of things and you'll be waving them goodbye:bye:

take care...again...havent we done this Welcome Home Ed thing before?:yes:

I'll try not to make a habit of it... :innocent:

What's that they say about necessity being the mother of invention...? :shutup:

[_Shrek_]

:niceone: Eddie good to hear you're home & do'n well

[Edbear]

:niceone: Eddie good to hear you're home & do'n well

Thanks mate! *reaches for morphine* As long as I keep downing pills I'm doing okay.

I was warned it was going to hurt! :bye: Good to be home though! :sunny:

We've, (Mrs. Bear and me), been working on what to do as my accident and operation means I'm going to be handing Plumbers NZ over, not being able to run it effectively. The business has been growing fast and needs intensive input now to take it to the next level as we relaunch www.plumbers.co.nz which is going to be HUGE! So while convalescing we've been developing a new concept in business, and I'm posting a thread about it in Rant and Rave. Called WebNuts, the new venture aims to capitalise on the contacts and reputation I've built up as a merchant/importer. Check it out! This is the concept stage, to build on my Fire & Light business.

[Gone Burger]

Now that's the Ed we all know and love to pieces! Always seeing the positive side in everythng, willing to give anything a crack, never dwelling on things that many of us would waste a lot of energy worrying about.

Ahhhhh home - it sure is where the heart is isn't it? I know that myself, I simply can't wait to have my own place to be, to go home to, to make mine in many ways. Good to hear you are feeling better there Ed (yes, of course drugs help), and that you are working through your options with your wonderful wife.

Always so lovely to read your updates - puts such a positive spin on things in every day life. You rock Mr Bear! :Punk:

[Edbear]

Now that's the Ed we all know and love to pieces! Always seeing the positive side in everythng, willing to give anything a crack, never dwelling on things that many of us would waste a lot of energy worrying about.

Ahhhhh home - it sure is where the heart is isn't it? I know that myself, I simply can't wait to have my own place to be, to go home to, to make mine in many ways. Good to hear you are feeling better there Ed (yes, of course drugs help), and that you are working through your options with your wonderful wife.

Always so lovely to read your updates - puts such a positive spin on things in every day life. You rock Mr Bear! :Punk:

Katiepie you're a ray of sunshine every time you post! :sunny: Yup! There is really no place like home! :yes:

WebNuts has given me an enthusiasm for getting back into business again. I was a bit down about PLumbers NZ, knowing I couldn't do it justice, so Rudy and I got together and agreed he should take it over as part of his restructuring - he and Jenni have gone into a partnership with another plumbing company and the new partners will take over the plumbing team - freeing Rudy and Jenni up to develop Plumbers NZ Ltd. and YHP, the web design business which is Rudy's passion.

WebNuts is something Jill and I can develop as I recuperate, not requiring a lot of hours and has grown out of Fire & Light which is starting to percolate nicely.

[Maha]

Webnuts?.....am I in the wrong thread here?....:facepalm:

[Edbear]

Webnuts?.....am I in the wrong thread here?....:facepalm:

We're all nuts anyways, eh? Try my thread "Introducing" in Rant and Rave.

Went to the Doc this arvo to get my dressings changed and came away with anti-biotics for infection as the wound was a bit weepy. Took, (well, got Jill and the nurse to take), a couple of pics.

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[Fatt Max]

We're all nuts anyways, eh? Try my thread "Introducing" in Rant and Rave.

Went to the Doc this arvo to get my dressings changed and came away with anti-biotics for infection as the wound was a bit weepy. Took, (well, got Jill and the nurse to take), a couple of pics.

Bloody hell....

How does the song go...?

I was working in the lab, late one night....

Lemon squeezer, hope you are ok. That is one serious bit of medical stuff there my lovely.

Take care of yourself mate

[Edbear]

Bloody hell....

How does the song go...?

I was working in the lab, late one night....

Lemon squeezer, hope you are ok. That is one serious bit of medical stuff there my lovely.

Take care of yourself mate

Yeah, mate, I'm trying to be a good boy...:innocent: Got plenty of people willing to put me in my place if I misbehave! :yes: Guess I'll find out the truth of the statement that "chicks dig scars!" after all. :msn-wink:

[hellokitty]

Yeah, mate, I'm trying to be a good boy...:innocent: Got plenty of people willing to put me in my place if I misbehave! :yes: Guess I'll find out the truth of the statement that "chicks dig scars!" after all. :msn-wink:

Chicks do dig scars........

[Edbear]

Chicks do dig scars........

Thanks, I'll test the theory when the scars heal up a bit and I can take the brace off...:yes: At the moment my wife and caregiver kinda think they are a bit gross looking... :sick:

[MadDuck]

Glad to hear you are home Mr Edbear :yes:

[Edbear]

Got my caregiver to take a pic this morning. Just a wee small dressing now. Starting to itch a bit which is a good sign, but feels really weird. A combination of sensitivity and numbness.

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[Ratti]

Be a bit like after good sex then?
Only without the sex....

[Edbear]

Be a bit like after good sex then?
Only without the sex....

Ummm.. yeah... sorta.... :blink:

[MyGSXF]

Ummm.. yeah... sorta.... :blink:

You jus keep on keeping on sunshine... :sunny: all good things come to those who wait.. & believe.. & trust!!! :hug: xx you know what I mean :yes:

[Edbear]

You jus keep on keeping on sunshine... :sunny: all good things come to those who wait.. & believe.. & trust!!! :hug: xx you know what I mean :yes:

Thanks Sweety! I live in hope! :yes: I'm being well cared for and count myself a very lucky man! I have the original pics from the Herald photographer and have asked if I can post them up here without breaching copyright. If I can I'll put them up.

[Edbear]

What a beautiful day today! While Mrs. Bear was out weeding the garden, I thought I'd sit out and watch... I'm good like that, I help around the house... :yes:

So being so sunny and warm, it was time to soak up some Vitamin D. Can't take my shirt off as yet as I can't get up without the brace on, so here's to what I could do! :sunny:

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[JimO]

hi mate i havnt read the whole thread so forgive me for asking , how long do you have to wear the brace??

[Edbear]

hi mate i havnt read the whole thread so forgive me for asking , how long do you have to wear the brace??

Well it was 12 weeks the first time, so I'm not sure this time. I see my surgeon on Wed so hopefully he can let me know then. It will be a while though as progress is very slow and the pain levels are still pretty high.

[JimO]

better than the alternative though eh:yes:

[Edbear]

better than the alternative though eh:yes:

Ahhh... yeah... Becoming paraplegic wasn't an appealing option... :bye:

I just have to make sure I don't stuff it up now.

[Edbear]

Had my followup appointment and x-rays this morning, and the surgeon was pleased with progress. The x-rays were freaky to see all the screws and rods. :blink: They're going to send me copies so when I get them I'll post them up.

They must have taken a fair chunk of bone from my hip to rebuild the crushed vertebrae though as the before and after shots were very different! No wonder my hip is a bit sore...

He reiterated that it was a major op though, so I'm in the brace for another 7 weeks at least and I'm not allowed out of bed without it on. :bye:

But at least I can walk around and don't feel too bad after today's tripping around. We went and visited our daughter in Penrose afterwards. It's the movement of the car, not just over bumps but also braking that gets me. I learned to relax the torso and use my hands to steady me under brakes as tensing up hurts a bit.

Same turning over in bed, I have to do it slowly and deliberately, relaxing the tummy muscles and use my elbows and hands otherwise my back goes into spasm, ouch!

But Hey! I'm happy, and alive, and drugs are good and I'm getting spoiled every day! :sunny:

[Ratti]

That's great news Ed. Although there are advantages to being older- fast healing is not one of them.

Take care and one day at a time.

[Edbear]

Got a pic this morning, healing up nicely! Feels weird, though! Got a bulge in my left side that's got the Doc a bit puzzled, so he's sending me for an utra-sound at Nth Shore, and I emailed my surgeon the pics as well. No pain with it, but it looks strange, the look on the Doc's face was priceless! He'd never seen anything like it!

I also got hold of the pics the NZ Herald photographer took of the accident.

[crazyhorse]

Got a pic this morning, healing up nicely! Feels weird, though! Got a bulge in my left side that's got the Doc a bit puzzled, so he's sending me for an utra-sound at Nth Shore, and I emailed my surgeon the pics as well. No pain with it, but it looks strange, the look on the Doc's face was priceless! He'd never seen anything like it!

I also got hold of the pics the NZ Herald photographer took of the accident.

Heres hoping the bulge isn't too serious :)

[Edbear]

Got my next appointment with my surgeon today, it's on 8th Dec. so here's hoping for good news! Also today arrived in the mail the DVD I asked for of my scans! So for a feast of pictures for you I've attached a before showing the collapsed vertebrae and three after the op.

[Edbear]

Heres hoping the bulge isn't too serious :)

After much deliberation, I thought I'd show the bulge... :sick: :facepalm:

[Ronin]

Erect?

oh my gawd...

[Ronin]

After much deliberation, I thought I'd show the bulge... :sick: :facepalm:

You were supposed to be a twin?

[Edbear]

Erect?

oh my gawd...

I knew someone wouldn't be able to resist...:innocent:


You were supposed to be a twin?

He's taken a darned long time to show himself! :blink:

[Mom]

After much deliberation, I thought I'd show the bulge... :sick: :facepalm:

Relax Ed, you are about to make history, and a lot of money :yes:

You are pregnant :sunny:

[Edbear]

Relax Ed, you are about to make history, and a lot of money :yes:

You are pregnant :sunny:

I've heard of carrying low, carrying high, carrying forward and carrying to the back, I've never heard of carrying sideways! :confused:

A mate said, "If anything pops outta there, kill it!" :eek5:

[crazyhorse]

That does not look too good there Ed. When are they going to find out what is causing this?

Looks like I might be joining you soon - I can hardly walk...... might need another back op - different disk this time, and blow me down! Nothing has happened to me in order to bring this on either :angry:

[Edbear]

That does not look too good there Ed. When are they going to find out what is causing this?

Looks like I might be joining you soon - I can hardly walk...... might need another back op - different disk this time, and blow me down! Nothing has happened to me in order to bring this on either :angry:

I think it's a weakness in the muscle wall, but I'm still waiting for my Ultra Sound appointment. If not get it before, maybe the surgeon may have an opinion when I see him on 8th Dec.

Might have tweaked it sometime without realising it? Have you woken up in the morning with a pain, (no not him...), and put it down to how you were lying? Disc problems can come on gradually and then become suddenly noticeable once they've had enough. Then maybe you're just gettin' old... :shutup:

[Ratti]

age- gets us all in the end. If you know what I mean

o hang on, wrong thread!

[Edbear]

age- gets us all in the end. If you know what I mean

o hang on, wrong thread!

I have to admit it's catching... if you know what I mean... :shutup:

[Hitcher]

Keep this up and a Moderator may have to intervene, if you know what I mean.

[Edbear]

Keep this up and a Moderator may have to intervene, if you know what I mean.

As long as it's done in moderation, if you... oh... :innocent:

[Ratti]

a moderate moderator? if:shutup:oops

[Edbear]

a moderate moderator? if:shutup:oops

Everything in moderation, as I learned today! I escaped from the house and took the MX5 out to Tim's, (Classic_Z), for its WoF and of course it flew through.. (typical Jap sports car). On the way back I decided to get the groceries as Mrs. Bear had to work until 6pm. However after getting home and putting them away, I was sore, tired and sweating like the proverbial! I was exhausted!

I had to completely change clothes and take a couple of Morphine and go to bed!

Oh I got my caregiver to take another pic of my back this morning. The scars are healing nicely now.

[Fatt Max]

On the way back I decided to get the groceries as Mrs. Bear had to work until 6pm. However after getting home and putting them away, I was sore, tired and sweating like the proverbial! I was exhausted!

I had to completely change clothes and take a couple of Morphine and go to bed!.

Yep, I have the same problem every time I go near the Deli counter at New World.....all them salamis.....those pies.......those scotch eggs.....those pies.....salamis........ooohhh......

[Ratti]

The thought of FM getting excited over a salami is a worrying one!

MrEd....grrrrrrrrrrr...spanking coming up for you when you are up to it. Go sit on the naughty mat immediatly.

[Fatt Max]

The thought of FM getting excited over a salami is a worrying one!.

Just wait till I eat a boiled egg, that will soften yer clinkers.....

[Edbear]

The thought of FM getting excited over a salami is a worrying one!

MrEd....grrrrrrrrrrr...spanking coming up for you when you are up to it. Go sit on the naughty mat immediatly.

FM is a worry, period! Oops, bet he comes up with something to that, too! :facepalm:

I keep telling Mrs. Bear that I need a spanking, but she laughs at me... :bye:

[Fatt Max]

I keep telling Mrs. Bear that I need a spanking, but she laughs at me... :bye:

She never laughs when I ask her.....apart from the Dr Evil Mwa ha ha when she is in the leather tank commanders outfit with a feather duster and a small donkey....oopss...

[Edbear]

Happy day!!!!! :sunny: I saw my surgeon this morning and he was pleased with the x-rays which showed everything in order. Nothing has moved or loosened so I can GET RID OF THE BRACE!!!!! :woohoo:

He said it may be a gradual withdrawal and that it will hurt a bit for a while and I may need to wear it at times until my muscles strengthen up, but to start by leaving it off a few hours a day. I can start gentle water exercising again so I'll be going back to the Leisure Center for water aerobics with the old ladies again. :msn-wink: Maybe this time I'll even be able to keep up with them... :yes:

I just quietly and off-handedly sorta asked if I might be able to ride again... :innocent: but his "No!" :spanking: sounded fairly definite... :bye:

He congratulated me for being a good boy and not stuffing up his fine work and said he'll see me again in two months. So now begins the long rehab to trim and tone and get fit again! Look out world, here I come! :wings:

[helenoftroy]

Happy day!!!!! :sunny: I saw my surgeon this morning and he was pleased with the x-rays which showed everything in order. Nothing has moved or loosened so I can GET RID OF THE BRACE!!!!! :woohoo:

He said it may be a gradual withdrawal and that it will hurt a bit for a while and I may need to wear it at times until my muscles strengthen up, but to start by leaving it off a few hours a day. I can start gentle water exercising again so I'll be going back to the Leisure Center for water aerobics with the old ladies again. :msn-wink: Maybe this time I'll even be able to keep up with them... :yes:

I just quietly and off-handedly sorta asked if I might be able to ride again... :innocent: but his "No!" :spanking: sounded fairly definite... :bye:

He congratulated me for being a good boy and not stuffing up his fine work and said he'll see me again in two months. So now begins the long rehab to trim and tone and get fit again! Look out world, here I come! :wings:

Edbear thats fantastic news!:woohoo:

[Maha]

You'll be dancing in the streets in no time Ed, just make sure its at night ok?....:facepalm:

[MadDuck]

...and not a full moon :shit:

Blimmin great news Edbear

[Edbear]

You'll be dancing in the streets in no time Ed, just make sure its at night ok?....:facepalm:


...and not a full moon :shit:

Blimmin great news Edbear

Spoilsports... :bleh:

[Maha]

Spoilsports... :bleh:

Just thinking of the children Ed....:innocent:

[Edbear]

Just thinking of the children Ed....:innocent:

Oh, I wuz gonna wait til they were asleep... :shutup:

[_Shrek_]

:niceone: thats geat news Edbear, better be quick coz school finish's on friday :laugh:

[oldrider]

Oh, I wuz gonna wait til they were asleep... :shutup:

I think you might be getting too much zinc in your diet Ed ..... :wari:

[Edbear]

:niceone: thats geat news Edbear, better be quick coz school finish's on friday :laugh:

I better hurry and get my costume ready then... :innocent:


I think you might be getting too much zinc in your diet Ed ..... :wari:

My nails a looking good though... :yes:

[yungatart]

Fab news Edbear!
Take it easy though...okay?

[Edbear]

Fab news Edbear!
Take it easy though...okay?

Thanks sweety! :sunny: Don't worry, Mrs. Bear is being very tough on me! The last thing she needs right now is for me to go back into hospital! :blink:

[Mom]

The last thing she needs right now is for me to go back into hospital! :blink:

What fantastic news Ed. I can realte to the going back into hospital thing, just managed another short stay myself, it is very over rated :lol:

[Edbear]

What fantastic news Ed. I can realte to the going back into hospital thing, just managed another short stay myself, it is very over rated :lol:

Oh dear! Same problem? :blink:

[Mom]

Oh dear! Same problem? :blink:

No, thank goodness. Bleeding gastric ulcers make you feel really crappy :lol:

However, I can recommend the drugs they use for gastroscopies, instant off the planet. The staff are absolutely fantastic too.

The perscription for recovery sounds mighty fine to me, rest, no stress etc. I was thinking a move to Rarotonga was on the cards, now all I have to do is win Lotto and all will be sweet :blink:

[Edbear]

No, thank goodness. Bleeding gastric ulcers make you feel really crappy :lol:

However, I can recommend the drugs they use for gastroscopies, instant off the planet. The staff are absolutely fantastic too.

The perscription for recovery sounds mighty fine to me, rest, no stress etc. I was thinking a move to Rarotonga was on the cards, now all I have to do is win Lotto and all will be sweet :blink:

At least you can blame Maha for those... :innocent: Jill reckons if she gets an ulcer it'll be my fault... :bye:

I like the relax and no stress route! You guys know you can always pop in for a bit of R&R here. We've got a BBQ now, too! :yes:

[Gone Burger]

Wonderful news Ed. And long awaited too. I'm sure Mrs Bear will keep a close eye of you with this next stage of your recovery. But it's brilliant to hear you are well on your way to a full recovery.

Thinking of you from down here. Will sort out a day to come and visit when I'm up. Dates Im there are 19th - 25th December. I'll bring scones! ;)

[Edbear]

Wonderful news Ed. And long awaited too. I'm sure Mrs Bear will keep a close eye of you with this next stage of your recovery. But it's brilliant to hear you are well on your way to a full recovery.

Thinking of you from down here. Will sort out a day to come and visit when I'm up. Dates Im there are 19th - 25th December. I'll bring scones! ;)

Sounds good! Jill's working through this year, we'll take our holidays sometime in Jan/Feb, so let me know which days suit and I can let you know her hours as they vary.

[Maha]

Wonderful news Ed. And long awaited too. I'm sure Mrs Bear will keep a close eye of you with this next stage of your recovery. But it's brilliant to hear you are well on your way to a full recovery.

Thinking of you from down here. Will sort out a day to come and visit when I'm up. Dates Im there are 19th - 25th December. I'll bring scones! ;)

19th eh? the very day we have our toy run happining in Auckland.

[Gone Burger]

19th eh? the very day we have our toy run happining in Auckland.

Ooooo -perhaps I could meet some fellow KB riders before the ride and tag along? Loved the Wellington one last weekend, and it would be great to meet some of you.