Please help me give some props to EstimatedProphet

[TheProphetess]

He has been an amazing support to me since the day we met. Literally.

And now, since I've hurt my back in January, he's had to deal with my inability to do much of the things I had always done for myself - from simple stuff to major "I need taken care of" stuff. I'm trying to let my body recover since my back surgery (which will be 3 weeks tomorrow) but I'm still not back to my old self. Heck, I'm not even close to being back to my old self yet. I'm tired all the time - every little thing I do wears me out. I sleep, and sleep, and sleep. I have gone back to work this week b/c it's the last full week of classes but it's really wiping me out. And I hate to always have to ask him for EVERYTHING I need. He does it all for me, happily, but I still feel guilty for being such a burden. It's been a long road for the both of us and I know he could use a little pat of the back from some of you wonderful DUers.

I've thanked him every single day for all that he does for me. Will you help me give him some DU love?

[miss_american_pie]

1. Awww, that's so sweet

:grouphug:

[TheProphetess]

25. Thanks for being the first to jump in on this one

It really touched him when he saw the thread (which, unfortunately, was right before we both crashed out for a long nap!). Thanks. :hug:

[_testify_]

2. Thanks for giving us men a good name!

We need more guys like you on our side.

[TheProphetess]

26. He does represent the male species quite well

Although, he'd say that he represents no one but himself. :)

[Cathyclysmic]

3. EP ...the man , the myth, the legend!

Thanks for taking care of your better half. I'm sure it was not a walk in the park for anyone involved!

:thumbsup:

[TheProphetess]

28. Hey you!

We're looking forward to getting out of this apartment for some fun!!

The other day, when I had to go to my doctor appointment, I felt like I had woken up from hibernating and spring had sprung! There were buds and blooms and it was beautiful outside. I hadn't seen the outside of this apartment for too darn long (you can't count the ambulance ride to the ER, 'cause I wasn't paying any attention!).

[progmom]

4. EP is the real deal

A kind, generous human being with a big heart. I'll admit that it took me a few months to get there - I gave him a bit of a hard time when he was a mod (sorry for that, EP). I'm glad he gave me another chance - I feel lucky to know him.

You too, you know. You radiate kindness, my dear. :hug: I hope things get better for you.

[EstimatedProphet]

6. You did?

I don't remember you giving me a hard time. No worries.

[TheProphetess]

29. You're always so kind

I think I've said that to you more than once! ;)

Thank you, sincerely. :hug:

[johnnie]

5. You got it!

There is no doubt in my mind that EP is one of DU's finest. From the interaction I have had with him offline and on DU as a mod and a poster it's easy to see that he is one hell of a person.

Here's to you EstimatedProphet :toast:

[TheProphetess]

30. Thanks for the post, johnnie

And, we're sorry about that time we were all suspicious of you when you started going by "Johnny" - it wasn't personal; things were just weird around here at the time. ;)
:rofl:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

7. Major DU love coming right up!

He has been very good for you, and you DESERVE it!

Healing from injury/surgery takes a long time.....Be gentle with yourself...

I know it's difficult to do that, but you must let your body come along in it's own sweet time....

It WILL!

Let him help you...he wants to.....he loves you!

:grouphug: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :grouphug:

[TheProphetess]

32. Thanks, Peggy

You're such a bright ray of light here on DU.

And, I love looking at your pictures of the ocean. Thank you for giving us land-bound folks a peek! :)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

52. Awww, thank you, my dear Prophetess!

I love it when people tell me how much they enjoy my ocean pics!

I am so glad I can help you a little, esp. from this distance....

:hug:

[TheProphetess]

8. Thanks, you sweet hearts

I'm so emotional and so exhausted. I'm going to lay down now, but I want you to know that I truly appreciate your good vibes and concern for me and my recovery as well as your kindness to my amazing husband. He's one of a kind and I would not trade him for anything in this world.

Much love to all of you, while we're at it! :grouphug: :loveya:

[Whoa_Nelly]

9. EP has shown himself to be a very caring, selfless and loving person

Prophetess, you are so fortunate! You two have shown that there is such a thing as a loving relationship.

You give me hope :loveya: :hug:

KUDOS, to EP! :bounce:

[TheProphetess]

33. There is, indeed, hope

I found him after looking for 30 years! We ended up getting to know the same friend in Washington, D.C. after years of living in different states and never having the opportunity to meet. The minute we met, we knew we had a connection. Every now and then, I'll say "what took you so long to find me?" It was worth the wait. He's very much a wonderful partner.

Here's the funny thing: the minute I stopped looking and was focusing on my career, he popped up. It's weird how those things happen.

Good luck to you and your kind heart. :hug:

[Midlodemocrat]

10. EP is the best! No doubt about it.

[TheProphetess]

34. I second that

:toast:

[Call Me Wesley]

11. Kudos to EstimatedProphet!

A fine man and a fine mind. I'm glad to know him. :hi:

[TheProphetess]

35. We both feel the same about you and Heidi

:hi:

[texas1928]

12. Sounds like a great guy...

But I am still suspicious.

:P

[TheProphetess]

36. Always question everything

:+

[hfojvt]

13. Hip hip ..

:applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause: :applause:

[TheProphetess]

37. You rock, too, by the way

:yourock:

[RandomKoolzip]

14. That's very sweet!

You rock, EP. And if you ever want more live Dead CD mixes, just ask.

[TheProphetess]

38. He really likes the ones you sent

Thanks for being such a kind soul. :yourock:

[Droopy]

15. Here's to EP!

:toast:

[TheProphetess]

39. Right back at ya

:toast:

[In_The_Wind]

16. Hurray for a wonderful person ~ EstimatedProphet!

His post have shown how much he loves you. EP

[TheProphetess]

40. Thanks

Your post made me tear up a little. :pals:

[asthmaticeog]

17. BIG ups to E.P.!

He's a fine one -- you guys BOTH lucked out.

Are you feeling any better at all?

[TheProphetess]

20. Hey there, asthmaticeog

I do feel better - the muscle spasms are much less frequent and much less painful. But, I am so damn tired all the time.

Yesterday, I taught two 50-minute classes back-to-back. In between them, I absolutely had to sit down b/c I felt kinda sweaty and a little weird (not like I'd pass out, but like I was just not right). I looked in the mirror after I got done with the second one and my face was bright red - I was very flushed and I put on the fan that's in my office (even though it was not hot in the building and I wasn't overdressed or anything like that). I called EP to pick me up (I still am not allowed to drive). I thought I would throw up when I got home (but I didn't - thanks to Saltines). I took off all of my clothes, laid in bed, and I slept almost the entire rest of the day and night!

Today, I taught a class from 9:05-10:30am this morning. That went well, but I wanted to lay down for a few minutes when I got home. Then, I had a 1:10-2:25 class in which my students are doing presentations (it's an upper-division class about the psychology of gender, which rocks, by the way). I sat the entire time and felt fine - the presentations went well; these students are the best I've had. I left as soon as class was over, came home, ate something quickly, put up this thread, and I absolutely had to sleep until just now and I could sleep some more, but the nerve in my left leg gets edgy (or so I call it) and it will not let me find a comfy spot sometimes.

I keep telling myself that it could be worse. That helps me keep my perspective and helps me not to feel sorry for myself (although it's easy to peek down that road). :)

How the hell are you, by the way?

[asthmaticeog]

53. I'm a'ight.

Not a lot to report. :patriot:

Glad to hear the surgery helped. :hi:

[flamingyouth]

18. Aw, that's a sweet tribute

He's a great guy, I can attest to that.

I do hope you're feeling stronger each day after your surgery. Back troubles - gah - no fun! Take care! :pals:

[TheProphetess]

41. Thanks a bunch

I keep saying "one day at a time" so I guess I have no choice but to listen to my own advice!
:hi:

[Mayberry Machiavelli]

19. Is your leg pain getting better?

I forgot to tell you in earlier threads that caffeine, as well as fluids, is good against those spinal headaches. Oh well.

Kudos to EP for taking such good care of you!

[TheProphetess]

24. The leg pain is getting better - it's still has its moments of rebellion

But now I talk to it like it's a person and say stuff like, "I'm just trying to put my jeans on for crying out loud. What do you want from me?" That helps. :)

Plus, I've found that listening to David Sedaris read ANYTHING he has written is like taking a pain pill - you just can't be miserable while he describes how "6 to 8 black men work with Santa in the Netherlands" (if you have no idea what I'm talking about, you really need to introduce yourself to his work. The man is a freaking genius!

BTW, I'm sort of addicted to caffeine anyway (hot tea), plus we had read up about how it can help with the spinal headaches, so I did try that tactic. Thanks, though. :pals:

[XemaSab]

21. EP is a beacon to all of us!

:bounce:

[TheProphetess]

42. You're sweet

He'll be so surprised when he wakes up from his nap - poor guy is really worn out too.

[SammyWinstonJack]

22. He sounds like an amazing person! Sounds like you both are lucky

to have each other.

[TheProphetess]

43. Thanks, BSN

You're very kind. :hug:

Love the puppy dog, too!

[SammyWinstonJack]

47. Well take care of each other! Love each other. That is what really

matters! :hug:

[Shine]

23. EP strikes me as a man of Integrity, Intelligence, Warmth and Humor.

and it's very obvious he loves you, dearly.

How nice for you both that you're so supportive of each other. :loveya:

Best wishes on your continued healing journey...:hug:

[TheProphetess]

44. I don't know what to say

You have a way with words, Shine. Thank you. :pals:

[Shine]

51. ...

:pals: :hug:

[bridgit]

27. props to EP no doubt...

:thumbsup: :kick:

[TheProphetess]

45. Thanks for the kick and the props

:patriot:

[bridgit]

48. he was very sweet & caring throughout, don't know if he plays the...

'tough guy thing' at home like my guy can at times but i wouldn't buy it if i were you...EP's great = great things & long life to you both, hon :hi: :hug: :grouphug:

[GoddessOfGuinness]

31. Love for both of you...

Keep doing what you're doing. He needs you well and healthy. It takes time, hon...Give it time. :hug::loveya::hug::loveya:

[TheProphetess]

46. I'm trying to be positive and take it slowly

Thanks for the words of encouragement. :hug:

[Beware the Beast Man]

49. A large order of props, coming right up!

:hi:

[TheProphetess]

50. Just what the doctor ordered (for him, that is)

Thanks, B. :)

[DinahMoeHum]

54. Dear Prophetess, sorry to hear about your situation.

You have a wonderful mate in EP.

:grouphug:

[Misunderestimator]

55. You've got yourself a good'un.

And this is a very sweet thread from you. :hug: I hope you recover to full capacity soon and that you two can spend many, many healthy years together.

[AirmensMom]

56. Love to EstimatedProphet!

I'm glad he's doing such a good job taking care of you. Try not to feel guilty. Harleydad takes care of me more often than I like to admit, so I know how you feel. But you need to do everything you can to recover fully. And you might as well enjoy the spoiling you're getting from such a good guy. :D

:loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya: :hug: :grouphug: :hug: :loveya:

[GirlinContempt]

57. EP is freaking awesome

:loveya: dude. You're so lucky to have him, as he is to have you!

[Tsiyu]

58. Well, you sure pick good'ns

Here's to EP and
his many charms and skills

:toast: