(again, not mine but had to pass along)
Don't you wish that you had something witty to say when someone says the inevitable.. But you don't look sick?! Well now you do, Thanks to our message board members we have a WHOLE list !! Even if you feel you can't really use these answers when people ask, you can most certainly think of them and giggle.
And you look Intelligent!
And you don't look stupid!
Maybe it's Maybelline.
But I tried so hard!
Oh? You don't look like the bearer of prejudices.
We all make mistakes * Cheery Smile *
Really? That's odd!
Really? (Look down at yourself) I'm cured!!!
Where did you get my medical degree from?
For when people are are being rude- I don't look ( Insert age here) either, but it doesn't change the fact I am!
Why thank you honey, that's so sweet of you to say that!
I wasn't aware illnesses came mounted on a billboard!
Huh? What does sick look like?
There's a well person striving to escape this body!
How sweet of you to say that. I've been so tired, I haven't bathed in three days.
And I was sort of worried about going out in public looking like this. So thanks for the compliment. It's really made my day.
And I guess your X-ray vision isn't working too well today either! You should see how corroded some of my parts are on the inside. Some of my organs are in their 90's, some in their 70's. It's hard to keep track! ! !
Yeah, isn't it great. I guess I'm the healthiest looking sick person you've ever seen, huh? Isn't it weird how looks can deceive.
Yep well it's nothing to get excited about!
Well I'm NOT sick, my body is!
What do you think "Don't judge a book by it's cover" means?
Just because I look ok, doesn't mean I'm fine.
I work hard to look this good.
Are you flirting with me?
I have good and bad days, but I'll never be the way I was before I got sick.
Darn! I told Q this was the wrong host body!! I should go back to the mother ship.
This is my Alter-Ego!
Should I get a refund?
It's really good to know that the 4 hours it took me to get out of bed, and get ready this morning wasn't wasted!
Really? That's not what my psychiatrist told me.
Oh gosh I didn't realise it was you who was blind. I mean people told me but I must have gotten muddled, its the drugs you know, but wow you're coping so well.……. *continue babbling til they back away*
You should see the straight jacket they make me wear!
Thanks! Funny, knowing that i don't look sick, gives me a new appreciation and patience for the people i might meet who look healthy and may not be.
Oh yeah? Check this out (show them something freaky)
Really? Ok lets trade bodies for the day!
What exactly does (insert illness) look like?
Ignorance is bliss I guess!
Would a bit of vomit help? Because I'm feeling quiet nauseous.
I guess hard work pay off!
Well of course not, I look like (insert name here) Duh!
What is this "sick" you speak of?
Thanks! I only needed one painkiller today instead of 5!
oh good..... because "not sick" is just the look I was going for!
21 December, 2007
Sick Humor: A letter from your chronic condition and a reply
(just had to post this, it's brill)
A letter from your chronic condition and a reply. Sometimes you just have to laugh!
To whom it may concern:
Congratulations! You have been selected to be the host for (any chronic condition -- RA, FM, lupus, MS, you name it). You will begin to experience many or all of these symptoms -- and may even deal with several of them at the same time.
--Pain can be anywhere you can imagine. We are equal opportunity destroyers, therefore we will choose many places for you to experience pain. We have even devised many different types of pain -- it could be aching, stabbing, throbbing, tingling, burning, gripping, or cramping. We are continually improving our repertoire of pain categories, so updates are to be expected.
--Dizziness. This can be accompanied by nausea, mental confusion, ringing in the ears, vomiting, loss of coordination, and sensations of spinning, rocking, or shaking. We try to simulate the experience of riding a never-ending roller coaster to satisfy your adventurous spirit. No safety harnesses required, and you have no choice of when the coaster ride starts,ends, or how fast it goes.
--Extreme fatigue (Now remember, this is not just being "tired". We will suddenly "pull your plug", so to speak, and you will have NO energy at all. Even dressing or taking a shower will be too daunting of a task for you to complete. And because we like surprises, we will NOT give you any advance warning, so you could be in the middle of the grocery store, at work, playing with you kids, or trying to clean the house.)
--Poor balance, lack of coordination. Let's just say you may walk or talk like you are drunk -- even if you haven't had any alcohol recently. And for those of you who have never indulged in alcohol, you are now going to understand what it is like to be drunk and to have a hangover.
--Forgetting, losing, dropping things. These are just a few of the perks of your condition. You will learn to expect them, but never to enjoy them.
In addition to the symptoms above, we also want to eliminate some things from your crowded lifestyle. Here are a few of the things which will be taken away from you now that you are chosen to have a chronic condition:
The ability to stand or walk for longer than 15 minutes without experiencing pain in you feet, ankles, knees, or legs. The ability to sit for longer than 10 minutes without experience cramping in your legs and butt, or shooting pains in your back.
The ability to complete any task which requires more than 10 minutes of concentration, multi-step activities or long-term projects will take 2-3 times longer then average.
The ability to play and run with your children like you did before. The ability to have a "normal" social life. The ability to accumulate sick days at work/ school to earn the perfect attendance bonus. As indicated previously, this condition is in constant flux and more symptoms will be added as we deem necessary. There is no warranty guarantee, technical support, or customer service available.
Sincerely,
Your chronic condition
_________________________________________________________________ Dear My chronic condition:
I would like to clarify that, while you may wreak havoc on my body, and maybe even confuse my mind -- you cannot have my heart or my soul. You cannot have my faith, my hope, or my love. There are some good things that you have given me, things I never could have experienced had you not come to possess my body.
You have given me:
-- strengthened prayer life and increased dependence on God's grace and strength, rather than my own
-- renewed friendship with strong, close, true friends.
-- appreciation for every precious moment I am given. A gift that is sometimes lost on the "healthy".
-- growth in character, perseverance, and hope.
-- inspiration for to help others.
-- more compassion for others who are suffering.
-- better knowledge of my own body & health.
-- a reason to eat more nutritiously and take care of myself.-
- reasons to rest when I need it.
You see, you will not find me an agreeable host. I will fight you, I will not give up. On bad days, I will take care of myself. On the good days, I will take advantage of every precious moment. You have thrown some obstacles in my life's journey, but I will go over them or around them, no matter what it takes. In fact, while I am overcoming them, I will stop for a moment to reflect upon the mountain I am climbing, plant a few seeds and then continue on. I will learn and grow from this experience and help others.
Sincerely,
ME
A letter from your chronic condition and a reply. Sometimes you just have to laugh!
To whom it may concern:
Congratulations! You have been selected to be the host for (any chronic condition -- RA, FM, lupus, MS, you name it). You will begin to experience many or all of these symptoms -- and may even deal with several of them at the same time.
--Pain can be anywhere you can imagine. We are equal opportunity destroyers, therefore we will choose many places for you to experience pain. We have even devised many different types of pain -- it could be aching, stabbing, throbbing, tingling, burning, gripping, or cramping. We are continually improving our repertoire of pain categories, so updates are to be expected.
--Dizziness. This can be accompanied by nausea, mental confusion, ringing in the ears, vomiting, loss of coordination, and sensations of spinning, rocking, or shaking. We try to simulate the experience of riding a never-ending roller coaster to satisfy your adventurous spirit. No safety harnesses required, and you have no choice of when the coaster ride starts,ends, or how fast it goes.
--Extreme fatigue (Now remember, this is not just being "tired". We will suddenly "pull your plug", so to speak, and you will have NO energy at all. Even dressing or taking a shower will be too daunting of a task for you to complete. And because we like surprises, we will NOT give you any advance warning, so you could be in the middle of the grocery store, at work, playing with you kids, or trying to clean the house.)
--Poor balance, lack of coordination. Let's just say you may walk or talk like you are drunk -- even if you haven't had any alcohol recently. And for those of you who have never indulged in alcohol, you are now going to understand what it is like to be drunk and to have a hangover.
--Forgetting, losing, dropping things. These are just a few of the perks of your condition. You will learn to expect them, but never to enjoy them.
In addition to the symptoms above, we also want to eliminate some things from your crowded lifestyle. Here are a few of the things which will be taken away from you now that you are chosen to have a chronic condition:
The ability to stand or walk for longer than 15 minutes without experiencing pain in you feet, ankles, knees, or legs. The ability to sit for longer than 10 minutes without experience cramping in your legs and butt, or shooting pains in your back.
The ability to complete any task which requires more than 10 minutes of concentration, multi-step activities or long-term projects will take 2-3 times longer then average.
The ability to play and run with your children like you did before. The ability to have a "normal" social life. The ability to accumulate sick days at work/ school to earn the perfect attendance bonus. As indicated previously, this condition is in constant flux and more symptoms will be added as we deem necessary. There is no warranty guarantee, technical support, or customer service available.
Sincerely,
Your chronic condition
_________________________________________________________________ Dear My chronic condition:
I would like to clarify that, while you may wreak havoc on my body, and maybe even confuse my mind -- you cannot have my heart or my soul. You cannot have my faith, my hope, or my love. There are some good things that you have given me, things I never could have experienced had you not come to possess my body.
You have given me:
-- strengthened prayer life and increased dependence on God's grace and strength, rather than my own
-- renewed friendship with strong, close, true friends.
-- appreciation for every precious moment I am given. A gift that is sometimes lost on the "healthy".
-- growth in character, perseverance, and hope.
-- inspiration for to help others.
-- more compassion for others who are suffering.
-- better knowledge of my own body & health.
-- a reason to eat more nutritiously and take care of myself.-
- reasons to rest when I need it.
You see, you will not find me an agreeable host. I will fight you, I will not give up. On bad days, I will take care of myself. On the good days, I will take advantage of every precious moment. You have thrown some obstacles in my life's journey, but I will go over them or around them, no matter what it takes. In fact, while I am overcoming them, I will stop for a moment to reflect upon the mountain I am climbing, plant a few seeds and then continue on. I will learn and grow from this experience and help others.
Sincerely,
ME
YAY!
I made it a whole work week without a crutch in sight. Quite an accomplishment. My left hip has started to really bother me again so I am glad that I've the injection for later today, though I must say I am not looking forward to the procedure itself. I believe I have the same doctor as last time though and he was very good. I so appreciated how he explained the procedure step by step and was constantly telling me everything about it and how it was going.
On a different note, I came across some interesting items on a message board I am on and thought I would post them. I did not write them. I will post each separately.
Also, check out this site: http://www.butyoudontlooksick.com/navigation/BYDLS-TheSpoonTheory.pdf
On a different note, I came across some interesting items on a message board I am on and thought I would post them. I did not write them. I will post each separately.
Also, check out this site: http://www.butyoudontlooksick.com/navigation/BYDLS-TheSpoonTheory.pdf
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