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 Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2014 6:44 pm
So many prayer requests for feet/ legs lately, right? razz
Well, anyway, I've had stress fractures in my feet for several months now. They started in early Autumn, due to walking A LOT. Well, we don't have a car and we live in a hilly city, and several places don't have sidewalks, so we have to constantly walk over rocks/ uneven ground/ etc. I'm a little amazed no one else in the family has them, but then again, I usually go out walking much more than the rest, plus I walk at a much higher speed. (I used to get in trouble in middle school for being late between classes due to congested halls, so I learned how to walk REALLY FAST, and got used to that speed.)
Anyway, DSS requires people who are able-bodied adults without dependents (the basis of their ABAWDs program), to either HAVE a paying job, or be in the act of LOOKING for one at all times if you're on Food Stamps. I didn't have a problem with this at first, but because of the 30 hour minimum they require (they count filling out one application as 4 hours of work, as well as going to certain classes they assign), I had to push myself and walk a lot more than I ever had before to collect application all over the city, or just to the library to fill them out online whenever I could. In the end, all the excess walking caused me to develop stress fractures in my feet and ankles.
I went to the ER and the doctor told me I should stay off my feet for 6-8 weeks, but it could also take 3-4 months, depending on how bad they were. The doctor told me that they can't do an X-ray to check for fractures in my feet because they would never show up and sent me home. Unfortunately, because they didn't do an actual examination of my feet, they could not provide me with any paperwork to claim that I was disabled or anything, so I was still required to continue with the ABAWDs program or risk losing our Food Stamps.
Shortly after that time, my husband got a job and was able to take us both off Food Stamps (actually that paperwork never went through, which became a very good blessing for us, lol) so that neither of us had to continue the ABAWDs program, so I was able to rest a while without worrying about it, but even still, without a car if we had to go anywhere I still had to walk. I was the one who would always go out shopping if we needed anything because my mom would often be too tired, sick from a migraine (she's prone to them), or because of her restless leg syndrome. My husband was away at work/ worked night shift, and my brother rarely likes to go out shopping and refused to go alone, so often I had to go out shopping, and this has considerably slowed my ability to heal.
Now, my husband has recently lost his job, and he's already turned in the appropriate paperwork to DSS so we won't lose any of our Food Stamps. But the problem that brings now is that we no longer have extra income, and we STILL don't have a car, and so we will both be required to be on ABAWDs again, which means we both have to be looking for jobs. Since we now have Internet at home, we can apply to *some* places online, but there are many places around here which will NEVER look online for applicants, so we would be better off filling out applications in person. But also, without the extra income, we may have to turn off our Internet.
As I write this, my feet are flinching so hard in pain. It's difficult on me because if I go out walking or even standing for too long, they will hurt, but the fact that I'm so used to walking also causes them to hurt while I'm resting, besides the fact that stress fractures usually act up a lot while a person is resting, anyway.
So we need lots of prayers for the family. My husband is looking for a job, my brother is *supposed* to be (that's a whole other rant, but please pray for him, as well, as I do know for a fact that he is not actively looking but filling out the paperwork that says he is anyway; DSS has assured us they WILL be verifying, so it's only a matter of time before he's caught), and I'm in too much pain to either look or try to work, as I can't stand for more than 2 or 3 minutes without pain anymore. sad Also, prayers for my mom will be appreciated; she still works too much in the house and goes out shopping when she would be better off staying home to rest because she has restless leg syndrome and other medical problems, and I wish she didn't feel forced to exacerbate those problems like she does.
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Posted: Mon Mar 24, 2014 8:56 pm
TS Sailor Cronus So many prayer requests for feet/ legs lately, right? razz
Well, anyway, I've had stress fractures in my feet for several months now. They started in early Autumn, due to walking A LOT. Well, we don't have a car and we live in a hilly city, and several places don't have sidewalks, so we have to constantly walk over rocks/ uneven ground/ etc. I'm a little amazed no one else in the family has them, but then again, I usually go out walking much more than the rest, plus I walk at a much higher speed. (I used to get in trouble in middle school for being late between classes due to congested halls, so I learned how to walk REALLY FAST, and got used to that speed.)
Anyway, DSS requires people who are able-bodied adults without dependents (the basis of their ABAWDs program), to either HAVE a paying job, or be in the act of LOOKING for one at all times if you're on Food Stamps. I didn't have a problem with this at first, but because of the 30 hour minimum they require (they count filling out one application as 4 hours of work, as well as going to certain classes they assign), I had to push myself and walk a lot more than I ever had before to collect application all over the city, or just to the library to fill them out online whenever I could. In the end, all the excess walking caused me to develop stress fractures in my feet and ankles.
I went to the ER and the doctor told me I should stay off my feet for 6-8 weeks, but it could also take 3-4 months, depending on how bad they were. The doctor told me that they can't do an X-ray to check for fractures in my feet because they would never show up and sent me home. Unfortunately, because they didn't do an actual examination of my feet, they could not provide me with any paperwork to claim that I was disabled or anything, so I was still required to continue with the ABAWDs program or risk losing our Food Stamps.
Shortly after that time, my husband got a job and was able to take us both off Food Stamps (actually that paperwork never went through, which became a very good blessing for us, lol) so that neither of us had to continue the ABAWDs program, so I was able to rest a while without worrying about it, but even still, without a car if we had to go anywhere I still had to walk. I was the one who would always go out shopping if we needed anything because my mom would often be too tired, sick from a migraine (she's prone to them), or because of her restless leg syndrome. My husband was away at work/ worked night shift, and my brother rarely likes to go out shopping and refused to go alone, so often I had to go out shopping, and this has considerably slowed my ability to heal.
Now, my husband has recently lost his job, and he's already turned in the appropriate paperwork to DSS so we won't lose any of our Food Stamps. But the problem that brings now is that we no longer have extra income, and we STILL don't have a car, and so we will both be required to be on ABAWDs again, which means we both have to be looking for jobs. Since we now have Internet at home, we can apply to *some* places online, but there are many places around here which will NEVER look online for applicants, so we would be better off filling out applications in person. But also, without the extra income, we may have to turn off our Internet.
As I write this, my feet are flinching so hard in pain. It's difficult on me because if I go out walking or even standing for too long, they will hurt, but the fact that I'm so used to walking also causes them to hurt while I'm resting, besides the fact that stress fractures usually act up a lot while a person is resting, anyway.
So we need lots of prayers for the family. My husband is looking for a job, my brother is *supposed* to be (that's a whole other rant, but please pray for him, as well, as I do know for a fact that he is not actively looking but filling out the paperwork that says he is anyway; DSS has assured us they WILL be verifying, so it's only a matter of time before he's caught), and I'm in too much pain to either look or try to work, as I can't stand for more than 2 or 3 minutes without pain anymore. sad Also, prayers for my mom will be appreciated; she still works too much in the house and goes out shopping when she would be better off staying home to rest because she has restless leg syndrome and other medical problems, and I wish she didn't feel forced to exacerbate those problems like she does.
Hi TS Sailor Cronus, How are things going now with the stress fractures a month later? I hadn't seen this post before and I haven't been on Gaia in quite awhile. The Christmas before the last one, I had a small fracture in my foot when I slipped on the stairs and I had to be on crutches and wear a boot for a short while. So I can relate, although mine didn't really hurt except for when it first happened. Please let me know how you are doing and I will pray. Btw, Where has everyone in this guild gone? I still want to be a part of this guild, I just need to get on Gaia more often! wink I get on facebook and then I neglect Gaia. --Faerie
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Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2014 10:48 am
Faerie_Titania Hi TS Sailor Cronus, How are things going now with the stress fractures a month later? I hadn't seen this post before and I haven't been on Gaia in quite awhile. The Christmas before the last one, I had a small fracture in my foot when I slipped on the stairs and I had to be on crutches and wear a boot for a short while. So I can relate, although mine didn't really hurt except for when it first happened. Please let me know how you are doing and I will pray. Btw, Where has everyone in this guild gone? I still want to be a part of this guild, I just need to get on Gaia more often! wink I get on facebook and then I neglect Gaia. --Faerie Not a lot of change to speak of. sad DSS has taken notice that I haven't been filling applications, so I'm supposed to go to an appointed class (I'm certain it will be the EXACT same class I attended twice before. I don't need re-education, I need help). So, I'm going to explain my stress fractures, most likely while supporting myself with a cane (I have a cane I use once in a while, it's an old Grandpa cane with four feet at the bottom. It's too bad I don't have two so I can balance better). I'll see if they'll either excuse me or direct me to a doctor who will actually help. I don't know what else I can do at this point. Also, sorry for being short/ cynical. My feet are acting up right this minute, and when I'm in pain, I get sarcastic and crisp.
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Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2014 7:39 pm
TS Sailor Cronus Faerie_Titania Hi TS Sailor Cronus, How are things going now with the stress fractures a month later? I hadn't seen this post before and I haven't been on Gaia in quite awhile. The Christmas before the last one, I had a small fracture in my foot when I slipped on the stairs and I had to be on crutches and wear a boot for a short while. So I can relate, although mine didn't really hurt except for when it first happened. Please let me know how you are doing and I will pray. Btw, Where has everyone in this guild gone? I still want to be a part of this guild, I just need to get on Gaia more often! wink I get on facebook and then I neglect Gaia. --Faerie Not a lot of change to speak of. sad DSS has taken notice that I haven't been filling applications, so I'm supposed to go to an appointed class (I'm certain it will be the EXACT same class I attended twice before. I don't need re-education, I need help). So, I'm going to explain my stress fractures, most likely while supporting myself with a cane (I have a cane I use once in a while, it's an old Grandpa cane with four feet at the bottom. It's too bad I don't have two so I can balance better). I'll see if they'll either excuse me or direct me to a doctor who will actually help. I don't know what else I can do at this point. Also, sorry for being short/ cynical. My feet are acting up right this minute, and when I'm in pain, I get sarcastic and crisp. Okay I am glad that I prayed based on your last post. I didn't think you sounded short or cynical. I hope you are getting some good rest for your feet and that DSS has or will listen. I can't see how they could ever expect you to walk looking for work with the stress fractures--it is beyond reasoning confused Btw I assume DSS is like what we call it in my state: Department of Health and Human Services (DSHS)? Do you have any pets at home to keep you company? I could see a nice kitty at your side while you rest your feet. I don't have any pets except fish, but they are fun to watch. smile (Will continue to pray) --Faerie
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Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:24 pm
Faerie_Titania TS Sailor Cronus Faerie_Titania Hi TS Sailor Cronus, How are things going now with the stress fractures a month later? I hadn't seen this post before and I haven't been on Gaia in quite awhile. The Christmas before the last one, I had a small fracture in my foot when I slipped on the stairs and I had to be on crutches and wear a boot for a short while. So I can relate, although mine didn't really hurt except for when it first happened. Please let me know how you are doing and I will pray. Btw, Where has everyone in this guild gone? I still want to be a part of this guild, I just need to get on Gaia more often! wink I get on facebook and then I neglect Gaia. --Faerie Not a lot of change to speak of. sad DSS has taken notice that I haven't been filling applications, so I'm supposed to go to an appointed class (I'm certain it will be the EXACT same class I attended twice before. I don't need re-education, I need help). So, I'm going to explain my stress fractures, most likely while supporting myself with a cane (I have a cane I use once in a while, it's an old Grandpa cane with four feet at the bottom. It's too bad I don't have two so I can balance better). I'll see if they'll either excuse me or direct me to a doctor who will actually help. I don't know what else I can do at this point. Also, sorry for being short/ cynical. My feet are acting up right this minute, and when I'm in pain, I get sarcastic and crisp. Okay I am glad that I prayed based on your last post. I didn't think you sounded short or cynical. I hope you are getting some good rest for your feet and that DSS has or will listen. I can't see how they could ever expect you to walk looking for work with the stress fractures--it is beyond reasoning confused Btw I assume DSS is like what we call it in my state: Department of Health and Human Services (DSHS)? Do you have any pets at home to keep you company? I could see a nice kitty at your side while you rest your feet. I don't have any pets except fish, but they are fun to watch. smile (Will continue to pray) --Faerie Thank you so much for the prayers. Yes, I am very much a cat person, but sadly we aren't allowed to have them in this apartment. Cats are really good at cheering me up. ^_^ I wish I could have one. DSS is Department of Social Services. Basically, Food Stamps, making sure parents are raising their kids in safe environment, etc. There's more to it than just that, I don't know a better way to describe it though. XD
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 12:46 am
I completely forgot to update you guys about this, and I'm so sorry. (It's because when I got on, I was just about to tell you the news, I found out about the sister site and completely forgot all about it in my anger.)
My family all went to the ABAWDs class for DSS on Tuesday, then each person had to meet up with their caseworker individually to sign papers. While I was signing them, feeling a slight amount of anxiety start to set in (and my feet were indeed hurting at that very moment) I explained to my caseworker about the stress fractures, my ER visit, and everything. I told him I didn't know how I could find work while my feet were always in this much pain while walking or standing, and the fact that I had no reliable transportation. He asked a few more questions about whether I had any kind of health insurance, what treatment would cost, etc., so I answered him.
He calmly took the papers I was signing away, stacked them and set them aside, and said, "I'm going to be nice. I'm exempting you." Then he gave me a different piece of paper to fill out my claim for why I couldn't work and we both signed it.
I didn't realize it was going to be that easy. I thought for sure there would be a reference to another department or organization, more paperwork, a long wait for several more weeks, or some other requirements. I'm so glad it went as smoothly as it did, and he was so understanding.
So, that's a praise I now have, and a prayer request for blessings for him. 3nodding And thank you all for being supportive of me.
God bless all of you! *Hugs.*
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Posted: Sun Apr 20, 2014 8:45 pm
That is wonderful news TS! Exactly what we were praying for. I will miss you on Gaia as I only just met you and got to know you better, but I'm glad you are standing up for your convictions. I didn't even know that Gaia recently launched some sister site. Sounds like it is no place to be!
I like your Heaven comment on your other post. It certainly is a benefit to being a Christian knowing you will see others there someday even if you can't connect here on earth. I was just reading Randy Alcorn's pamphlet on Heaven and it made me want to read the book, which I might.
See you later TS!
<3 Faerie
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