Katiepie graduates

[caseye]

Katiepie, the signage is a good thing, the shame is that you had to can out for it to happen.Really, don't sweat the whys and wherefores of your accident, one day it'll all come back, or it won't.
The beers to the troops was the sort of thing I've come to expect from katiepie of KB.Not surprised but happy that you did it and for all the right reasons.
Take care, and remember help is literally a phone call or a post away.
You are doing great, heal GOOD, don't rush it, your surgeon is a wise man and anyway he obviously knows that you are going to do what you are going to do.
Great to see you posting ( never mind the typing, I do it by accident all the time, dyslexia never sleeps it just makes ya spell crooked)

[Riff Raff]

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. I'll be much more careful next time

I'm a firm believer that for every bad thing that happens, something good comes out of it and usually sends your life in a totally new direction. Sometimes we won't be able to see the good for a long time. So you never know, that wrong direction may have been the right direction. And considering how bad it was, you'd expect something very, very good to come out of it all. Hope you find that good soon.

[Paul in NZ]

This is a very interesting point. And if you all want my honest answer here I will give it. Yes, I agree. Completely. I think something went wrong for me before I actually crashed. As mentioned, that direction is not like me. I cant exlain why I got lost. But I do believe something has made me keep going, when its rather obvious it was the wrong way. It is driving me crazy trying to think it through. So a very valid point, and something I will always keep in the back of my mind. Thank you

Have a chat with your GP. Some people, for example, get hypoclycemic (low blood sugars) without being diabetic, it really screws up the brain and interfers with decision making. Also - cough - sorry to mention it but your 'other' cycle can have an a effect as well. Gluten intolerance is another.

Speaking as a person who has to consider such things, I find I need to be a bit brutal with myself. If I'm not feeling quite up to sniff, I don't ride or kayak that day regardless of what I might be missing out on. I'm not perfect and I sometimes make miscalculations and have definately had those 'how the heck did that happen' moments. These are very very rare and I'm a lot better at managing them. Riff Raff or one of the medical types might have some clues or better info.

As for keeping going when you are obviously lost. Gleep - you have been hanging out with guys too long, you need to take extra female hormones and paint your bike pink...

[Paul in NZ]

I'm a firm believer that for every bad thing that happens, something good comes out of it and usually sends your life in a totally new direction. Sometimes we won't be able to see the good for a long time. So you never know, that wrong direction may have been the right direction. And considering how bad it was, you'd expect something very, very good to come out of it all. Hope you find that good soon.

Yes - although I seriously wonder if I'll live long enough to see the good stuff Sue ;-)

But I LOVE your sentiments mate, a hopeful attitude is a wonderfull asset in life.

[davebullet]

sorry to mention it but your 'other' cycle can have an a effect as well

KP - what were you thinking taking a push bike along with you on that ride!

[CookMySock]

The only motorcycle accident I have ever had - I left the road at speed after trying to dodge an obstacle while going just a little bit too quick, and dealing with a little bit of newbie brain-lock. I had been off my bike for a month with a badly twisted ankle and that day I was dosed to the eyeballs on really strong painkillers. My riding that day was absolutely epic - I was on such an amazing streak of cornering skill - it amazed me!

Spot my problem?

In the end, it's the same-old same-old process of identifying hazards and choosing to respond early to them, but sometimes they are not all they seem. Live and learn I guess.

[Ratti]

Hey Paul, I am onto another supply of firewood...wanna help chop? Nah just kidding!

Katie, easter egg run this saturday. 10 a.m at the Duckpond...wanna help marshall or take registrations? I'm sure Stefan wouldnt mind assistance.


Good to hear updates. I can construct a jersey out of polar fleece that will go around the struts on the brace. Would you mind if I give it a go? pm me if you are interested.

[Paul in NZ]

Hey Paul, I am onto another supply of firewood...wanna help chop? Nah just kidding! .

Hell yes - its a good workout.

[mrmeal]

I am sorry to say that I have suffered from complete memory loss of the accident, and the whole week that followed.

I bet part of the blank out afterwards is related to seeing Max in that Nurse uniform. The brain has a way of protecting itself...only natural behavior by the sounds of things

... Because of the halo, I can't wear jackerts or jumpers as i basically have no shoulders and they all fall off.

hey...how you doin? this is bound to make you a hit with the boys.

On more serious point, good to hear you are getting by okay and by the sounds of things getting by extremely well! Stella efforts. I don't know you personally but have been reading in and out of the thread and find you pretty damned inspirational. keep up the good mending!

[Gone Burger]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

Double dose of pain killers is just making me more tired, alas not less sore.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.

So.. how am I going to fix this? Simple... it's that special case of HTFU pills I'm keeping aside for special occasions. Don't know why I am posting about this, I'm sure I'll delete it later. I'm just feeling rediclously soft right about now and that's just frustrating me even more.

So... whens bed time again? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[Quasi]

forget the HTFU pills babe. Got anyone to give you a nice foot or hand massage?

[Hawkeye]

forget the HTFU pills babe. Got anyone to give you a nice foot or hand massage?

Lot's of volunteers available.

[Grubber]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

Double dose of pain killers is just making me more tired, alas not less sore.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.

So.. how am I going to fix this? Simple... it's that special case of HTFU pills I'm keeping aside for special occasions. Don't know why I am posting about this, I'm sure I'll delete it later. I'm just feeling rediclously soft right about now and that's just frustrating me even more.

So... whens bed time again? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Damn! Sounds like your on the mend then. With the pain comes the healing, sad but true. Keep the chin up KP, it will only improve as you move forward. All the best!

[Paul in NZ]

Stress less me dear. The pain is a part of the deal and it will lessen and it will get easier with time. After all, thats one feckin big accident you had.

HOWEVER, I'm thinking that maybe too much pain aint a good thing and do NOT be ashamed of going back to the doc for some stromger pain relief. It maybe a sign something aint quite right, DON'T ignore it. I did that once and ended up in a bad place. If its REALLY bad call a bloody ambo FFS. (least you will know where you are this time)

I've got my wagon in town today if you need a lift to the docs and can blow off work for a bit but txt my mob (pm'd the number) as I dont get on KB much at work.

[oneofsix]

Hi KP,
I've been kind of waiting for that post, like Grubber said it is likely a sign things are healing but also heed Paul's advice and double check.