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My health and energy level has taken a dive of late but I'm still getting better.

Wear and Tear

I've got aches and pains and chills and blains,
Arthritis, Bursitis and more.
If it weren't for this darn Sciatica,
I'm sure it would hurt even more.

I have dizzy spells, sometimes I hear bells,
I see colors and floaters galore.
Can't move my left shoulder, guess I'm getting older,
I can't find a place that ain't sore.

One thing keeps me going and that is just knowing,
That it isn't all in my head.
This pain is a blessing though fortitude testing,
It's a sure sign I'm not dead...…..

Yet
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Kendrick Avatar
September 19, 2019 at 12:18 PM
Yes, growing old is not for sissies. The fatigue is the worst part most of the time. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
Ball Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Thank you so much Sara. God Bless, JB
Laurie Avatar
September 17, 2019 at 7:09 PM
Humorous Judy … you are right. If you can feel the pain you're still living and that's a good thing in many ways - thanks Judy - Lindsay
Callus Avatar
September 16, 2019 at 2:56 PM
I love the humour in your words, Judy. One of the best ways to counter aches and pains is to be positive. Keep smiling :) Blessings // paul
Ball Avatar
September 16, 2019 at 5:35 PM
Thanks so much Paul. God Bless, JB
Dietrich Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 6:54 PM
That last word was quite the humorous finishing touch, Judy. All MY problems stem from a doctor who got me sick on the stuff he had me take. I did not even need it!! I feel for ya, it sucks to have health issues. Love your cute attitude through it all.
Ball Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 9:27 PM
Thanks so much Andrea. My heart goes out to you. If you can't trust your doctor who can you trust. God Bless, JB
Andresen Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 12:15 PM
- ... much to swallow in one mouthful, Judy - Your health tells: Take care of yourself ... (it's never too late) ... not yet - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Ball Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 1:03 PM
Thanks so much Anne-Lise. God Bless, JB
Lamoureux Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 12:01 PM
I like the humour but also feel your pain. This getting older isn’t for the faint of heart. Thanks for your visit Alkas.
Ball Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 1:07 PM
Thank you so much Richard. God Bless, JB
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