
For starters: ***I AM OKAY***
This piece, by
zephyron was done to help me express what I've gone through over the last (almost full) year with my knee issues. This is not where my mind is right now, but this is exactly how I have been before.
To try and explain... I still have no answers as to why this happened, or how to fix it. I've given up many of the things I love most because of my knees. no dancing, no hiking, no In The Groove/DDR (my favorite means of exercise and stress relief). I've woken up early multiple times a week for months on end, to see doctors and physical therapists, then continued on to work the rest of the day, tired and frustrated, I've gone through exercise programs, tried anti-inflammatory pills, gotten x-rays, injections, and MRIs, and spent several thousands of dollars on all my expenses.
Multiple times I've thought I was finally getting better, only to have my knees flare up and get even worse than before. I've had a doctor tell me I'd never get better, shake his head and apologize, and walk out on me.
I try my best to stay positive towards myself and others... but after almost a year of this wearing me down day by day... this is me when I've been alone, with no answers, no solutions, and no hope left... only knowing that my knees were slowly getting worse, with no signs of stopping.
Thank you, Zeph, for doing this for me. Just looking at it makes me have to choke back some tears, because it brings this moment back so vividly. But somehow, it's kind of therapeutic to see.
This piece, by

To try and explain... I still have no answers as to why this happened, or how to fix it. I've given up many of the things I love most because of my knees. no dancing, no hiking, no In The Groove/DDR (my favorite means of exercise and stress relief). I've woken up early multiple times a week for months on end, to see doctors and physical therapists, then continued on to work the rest of the day, tired and frustrated, I've gone through exercise programs, tried anti-inflammatory pills, gotten x-rays, injections, and MRIs, and spent several thousands of dollars on all my expenses.
Multiple times I've thought I was finally getting better, only to have my knees flare up and get even worse than before. I've had a doctor tell me I'd never get better, shake his head and apologize, and walk out on me.
I try my best to stay positive towards myself and others... but after almost a year of this wearing me down day by day... this is me when I've been alone, with no answers, no solutions, and no hope left... only knowing that my knees were slowly getting worse, with no signs of stopping.
Thank you, Zeph, for doing this for me. Just looking at it makes me have to choke back some tears, because it brings this moment back so vividly. But somehow, it's kind of therapeutic to see.
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Awwwww. *hugs you very tightly*
I'm terribly sorry TK, but you can't give up. It's not over, you're still in this. I know your leg is getting better, and I know you're going to be fine. You can do it TK, I know you can. No matter how many times life knocks you down, you can't really lose. You have to keep fighting. You gotta stay strong and think positive. Have confidence in yourself. We're all here for you TK. *grab hold of your paw* We can do this...TOGETHER!
I'm terribly sorry TK, but you can't give up. It's not over, you're still in this. I know your leg is getting better, and I know you're going to be fine. You can do it TK, I know you can. No matter how many times life knocks you down, you can't really lose. You have to keep fighting. You gotta stay strong and think positive. Have confidence in yourself. We're all here for you TK. *grab hold of your paw* We can do this...TOGETHER!
What matters is that no matter the obstacles, be they personal or physical, we keep moving forward. And that is what you have clearly done. Though the road may not always be an easy one, you've not allowed it to keep your down or to bring negativity to your life. Keep on keeping on, man
:( <hugs tight> They have no idea? It sounds like it could be some kind of auto-immune whatever thingy, where your body is attacking the knee joints :( But then what do I know, I'm a historian x3 The point is, don't give up hope on this. No matter what happens, you have no only a community of friends who will help you through it, but you also have yourself and your mind. In the end, what matters is what's in your head.
This is a very touching pic.
I can't even imagine what your situation must be like: suffering from a condition for so long and sacrificing so many of the things you love in the process. But it seems that you have kept your head up and pulled through day by day. The human spirit can always be stronger than any adversity. Your optimism is very inspiring, and I hope that things get better for you in the near future.
I can't even imagine what your situation must be like: suffering from a condition for so long and sacrificing so many of the things you love in the process. But it seems that you have kept your head up and pulled through day by day. The human spirit can always be stronger than any adversity. Your optimism is very inspiring, and I hope that things get better for you in the near future.
I can totally relate to this hun I had minor knee surgery from dancing I thought I was never going to be able to walk again but I am able too I know you will over come something like this you have a very strong spirit especially for DDR I should know Ive seen your vids hun I will keep you in my prayers for you to over come this event in your life
*huggles you softly, tearing up a little*
Awwww, I'm sorry that you've had to endure off of these hardships. You're such a great person, and Zeph did a beautiful job on this pic. Yes, it's good to get these feelings out and I'm sure you've been so frustrated from what everyone has told you.
The furry community will always be here to love and hope for you buddy. You'll be in my thoughtss and prayers.
~KaZ
Awwww, I'm sorry that you've had to endure off of these hardships. You're such a great person, and Zeph did a beautiful job on this pic. Yes, it's good to get these feelings out and I'm sure you've been so frustrated from what everyone has told you.
The furry community will always be here to love and hope for you buddy. You'll be in my thoughtss and prayers.
~KaZ
There are many people out there that want to make us feel bad but when you have your friends and God on your side there is nothing that can stand in your way not even pain. Here's a quote that helps me and I pray it helps you as well "Modify your way of thinking to handle new situations." You're in my prayers. *Hugs*
I can't explain to you the amount of sadness this brings to me but I'm sure it's nothing to compare to what you are experiencing. What I can try and say as a means of hope is that you should never worry about not being able to continue with dance. There's so much out there when it comes to styles and even if the worst comes and you won't be able to use your legs much anymore. There's still so many opportunities.
If you need any sort of talking or if there's anything I can do to help let me know bro. I know we haven't talked much recently, but I hope you feel better about the situation soon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTCTylnFWtA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YB7dLDX3qRA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipGhbLAnkto
I hope these can bring you a little joy and hope c:
If you need any sort of talking or if there's anything I can do to help let me know bro. I know we haven't talked much recently, but I hope you feel better about the situation soon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTCTylnFWtA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YB7dLDX3qRA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipGhbLAnkto
I hope these can bring you a little joy and hope c:
You might never heared of me, or never even looked at my profile page maybe by just some accident but I have heared many things about you and have seen many things conected with you. Every day I have been praying that whatever you do to help others could always be sucessfull and that you met many happiness in your life. You`re one of my favourite fursuiter even though we may not know eachother and my favourite furry in general from all of the furries and right now I feel really stupid that I can`t find anything to say in this situation. I really wish I could say something that would at least ease your pain a little. Whatever will happen you`re not alone, always remember that
I tore my ACL in my right knee about 6 months ago. I know how it is to not be able to even more you leg. It really sucks. My knee healed after a lot of therapy and I have full rotation back but when it gets cold it starts to tighten up. I don't really know how you feel but I do know how it feels to not be able to walk on your own. The thing is though you just have to keep your head up. Therapy was really rough but I got my knee back and even if I hadn't I would have been okay. Heck I went to horror nights with my best friend at universal orlando. With my knee in a brace and me on crutches. Everyone kept asking if I was okay but I had a blast there. I didn't let the pain get to me except I did have to take 4 vicodin before the night was out :D anyways my point is no matter what happens dont let anything hold you back from yourself and what you love to do. Be yourself and keep holding on. I keep you in my mind and hope that you make a recovery and if not then you continue on. :)
*Hugs tightly* TK I think you are a very strong individual, that you seem to put others first always, it has occured to me that you are one of the rarest beings on the planet, and you care about others even more-so than yourself. I wish you well and I'll even pray for you hun.
As you see, TK, you are most certainly not alone. There is much love in the fur community, a kind that is not found anywhere else. All of us, each and everyone of us have issues, some physical, some mental. I think that is why we come together so tightly at cons. There is a feeling unlike anything else. We can see beyond these shells we have to look inside and see that inner animal. Community, comradery... and yes, I will go so far as to say a feeling of love. We come togther to share, to be with others who understand this feeling, of what it means to be furry.
Know this, there will always be others out there in this community that will do all they can to make sure you are never alone. I wish you well...Doctors be damned! Take care
Know this, there will always be others out there in this community that will do all they can to make sure you are never alone. I wish you well...Doctors be damned! Take care
i know how it feels i have arthritis coming out of the yahoo and its spreading ive had two surgeries on my ankles because the were so loose i was always spraining them i had twisted at least 8 times each and i have joint problems from them being so off balance and the situation seems to be getting worse by the month unfortunately the pain is excruciating at time and its getting to the point where i cant even get out of bed at times the thing is im only 21. so i feel your pain so i give you big fluffy liger hugs and hope everything will turn out alright
I feel like this alittle because I used to sing pretty good. Then I get my superfaness out(football games, basketball games, etc.) and it ruined it. It has gotten somewhat better, but I still cant get my hugh pitches in songs I love to sing. Shit happens, I know. But somethings cant be changed. I honestly thought what I had was from my young age going through puberty, but was sick and my throat hurt so bad. Since then, I couldnt sing or cheer, or anything like it like I could. But like I said, it can be better. Miricles have happened before
Awwwwwww poor poor TK. Well hey, just because you are unable to do some of those things, that doesn't mean we all will stop loving you. Just seeing you at cons walking around, spreading happiness and hugs is still a wonderful gift But hang in there buddy! You'll get passed this
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D: Here are a few ideas that might help. When doctors can't figure me out, i have gone out and try to diagnose myself. It has helped me numerous times in understanding what are the causes of a disease, and what can be done about it. So, maybe I could help you do some research and try to find out what this is? I'm sure we could find some information, as I'm pretty sure you are not the first to experience this problem.
Also. You have a job that can potentially be very highly stressing. High stress can produce all kinds of inexplicable health problems. Have you had a few weeks of no work since it started, and if so did you see any difference? It would be interesting to know if stopping work could dramatically reduce the pain in your knees, although if you are stuck on a project or can't get enough time off to try and see, that may be hard to do. D:
I wish the very best for you and hope you get better, don't lose hope yet D: I'm here to help you. Oh, by the way, I have a cousin who is a doctor, I could support my research on him.
D: Here are a few ideas that might help. When doctors can't figure me out, i have gone out and try to diagnose myself. It has helped me numerous times in understanding what are the causes of a disease, and what can be done about it. So, maybe I could help you do some research and try to find out what this is? I'm sure we could find some information, as I'm pretty sure you are not the first to experience this problem.
Also. You have a job that can potentially be very highly stressing. High stress can produce all kinds of inexplicable health problems. Have you had a few weeks of no work since it started, and if so did you see any difference? It would be interesting to know if stopping work could dramatically reduce the pain in your knees, although if you are stuck on a project or can't get enough time off to try and see, that may be hard to do. D:
I wish the very best for you and hope you get better, don't lose hope yet D: I'm here to help you. Oh, by the way, I have a cousin who is a doctor, I could support my research on him.
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