my reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) story part 4

Dear Audy,

Merry Christmas!! I hope that you were prepared early this year as I sure wouldn't want to be battling the last minute Christmas shoppers...I also wouldn't want to be anywhere near Chadstone (ridiculously large shopping centre).

I have already munched my way through one Chrissy lunch...years ago my family started splitting Christmas into two days...I think that's technically what Boxing Day is for...I don't know about this 'Boxing' business. Anyway, I highly recommend two Christmases, no matter which day you have them on, as it gives you a chance to fully appreciate both meals...and I think they deserve it...especially the ham, the ham really deserves honouring.

Just below this babbling you will find my latest video. I have really been struggling with pain over the last couple of days. Both of my hands are flaring and making life really bloody difficult...when they aren't on fire they are getting stabbed. The bones feel kind of porcelain like and overall, I think they look rubbery. Especially when I wave goodbye at the end of this clip, it looks like I'm holding up a fake hand and shaking it...kinda creeped me out a little, thus you get a warning...like that creepy ad where the kid has no back to his head...that ad makes my neck cringe.

Anyhoo, Audy, this is me telling you about how a year into my battle with RSD, I needed hip surgery. It was rather scary and dramatic...pain can do that to situations.

My Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) Story part 4

I know that by now you might be thinking, “Geez, Caf, how bloody long is this thing gonna be??” Unfortunately, my body just started spiralling out of control and it takes some time to do the telling...thank you for continuing to listen!

I hope Santa is kind to you, Audy, and that you get stuffed full of pudding!

Love & Baubles,

Caf