The Tower strikes again--only different

Ow! What a thing to happen!

Take everyone's advice and be good to yourself. And therapy just might be the way to go. Oddly enough, so might chiropractic! But whatever's best for you.

I see what you mean about that card, though; so many ways of interpreting and all of them make sense!

(When I'm worried about something I DO NOT conslut the cards! But I can see that you weren't worried, until this happened. That's the suddenness of this card!)

Oh no! I hope all is well with you. Prayers being sent your way.

Morwenna said:

Ow! What a thing to happen!

Take everyone's advice and be good to yourself. And therapy just might be the way to go. Oddly enough, so might chiropractic! But whatever's best for you.

I see what you mean about that card, though; so many ways of interpreting and all of them make sense!

(When I'm worried about something I DO NOT conslut the cards! But I can see that you weren't worried, until this happened. That's the suddenness of this card!)

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It really was like a sudden strike like lightning. I had moved three cases of water several days before and my back was painful for a couple of days. But when this happened, the pain had gone away and I had been up doing stuff like normal. But then I sat down to browse the forum but got back up to get something in the kitchen and it hit like a knife in the back and I couldn't put any weight on my left leg. I almost couldn't get back to somewhere to sit down.

Smiling said:

Hey Grizabella, Love and light to you! sending you healing prayers and best wishes for healing your back

I have a friend who works with chakras, and she always tells me that the back is linked with finances, so that if your back hurts, you're worried about money, and so would need to release anxiety/worries. Not sure if that fits for you, but thought I'd share it in case.

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I've been so without extra money for so long that I don't really think so much about it. All my basic needs are met and I have much to be thankful for, so I don't think it's money. I'm not worried about money because I don't have any.

Inchantress said:

Yikes - well here's hoping in the reason they didn't say anything is just because maybe there's no way to be sure yet. Don't lose hope and stay positive! It's my personal belief that doctor's don't often know what they're talking about, so good on you for talking to more than one. Will have my fingers crossed for some better news. Maybe do some meditating on the relief you will feel when this all goes away and how you'll feel about it once you're out of the pain.

And good looking out on the 10 of swords. Keepin my EYE ON THAT ONE!!!! lol

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10 of Swords and Tower are two I won't forget for awhile.

Zen Mamma said:

I'm new to this forum but I have to reply to this. Grizabella I'm sorry to hear about your back. Believe me when I say I totally get the back pain thing! I have had back issues most of my life. I was a figure skater from the age of 3 until 14 and I can't tell you how many times I broke my tailbone during practice! Anyway, the skating, a snowboarding accident, and 4 children later (last 2 back to back c-sections 14 months apart) and my back gave in. Long story short, after a failed laparoscopic surgery I had a disc replacement at L4-5 and a spinal fusion at L5-S1. Please take care of your back. And when they say take it easy PLEASE DO. And take it from me, Don't ever get surgery (even a little outpatient laser one) until you get a second, third and fourth opinion. Take Care

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I'm hoping not to have to have surgery. My blood pressure spiked during my last two surgeries and they had to get in, fix the problem and get out. I've been on medication for it for years but it spikes anyway.

BeyondtheVeil said:

I am so very sorry to hear about what happened!! *BIG HUGS* That is terrible and very painful! I had neck/spine surgery several years ago. Mine happened like yours. I was fine one minute, woke up one morning and was in misery! They kept asking me when I was in the car wreck. lol {No wreck Doc, I honestly just woke up in bed. } A slipped disk is a pain like no other. Bless your heart!! I feel so badly for you! *HUGS*


I have been getting the Five of Pentacles again! Today it hit me... again! There are some cards that I truly dread.


I hope that you find some relief fast and that you have quick healing! Sending lots of healing vibes your way, Sweetie!!


Brightest Blessings!
BeyondtheVeil

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Yeah, the pain is almost as bad as natural labor having a baby even when the medication is working. That dull back ache, you know? And without the meds it's really bad.

Glennmaicha said:

So sorry to hear about your injury. I know several people who have had similar back issues, and the pain certainly isn't minor. Not to repeat what has already been said, but do try your best to take it easy, especially with lifting and turning (in fact, avoid lifting much at all if you can avoid it).

I thought it was interesting that The Tower manifested as a back injury. Towers bring to mind a pillar or upright foundation, much what the spinal cord and vertebrae are to us. It makes me wonder if other cards might represent certain body parts, and if it may be used for pinpointing physical ailments in readings.

As for your Ten of Swords, it almost feels like a tongue-in-cheek "pain in the back" kind of interpretation. At least there's room for recovery! I hope you get more information and options from your physician soon. Rest up and be well!

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VioletEye said:

ugh, grizabella - that sounds horrible... healing thoughts are coming your way from new orleans!

i know everyone wants to give some advice, and you've probably gotten a lot; but at the risk of overkill, i do have a couple of words ~
my boyfriend has had chronic back/neck/shoulder issues for years now (nothing like a slipped disc, but definitely painful and limiting!). he recently decided to go to a physical therapist, and she has done magical things! physical therapy is kind of like a cross between massage and chiropractics; in his case, his spine is being manipulated and muscles are being stretched (and strengthened) in ways to support and re-align his spine, due to years of weird posture. the idea behind it is really awesome: fix the body physically, instead of through surgical or medical avenues.

anyway, i just thought i'd throw it out there, if it's an option for you. (he had to ask his doctor for a referral.) physical therapy is basically an alternative approach that doesn't have that woo-woo connotation, if you know what i mean.

take care, m'dear!

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The 10 of Swords is appropriate because my entire spine from neck to tailbone is in the same deteriorating condition as my lower back.

Oh no!! I hope you feel better soon. Please take care. Sending loving and kind thoughts your way

I remember now what I was going to do when this happened. I was going to do the dishes. Isn't it shameful the ridiculous lengths I'll go to to avoid cleaning this tiny kitchen? lol

Grizabella said:

I remember now what I was going to do when this happened. I was going to do the dishes. Isn't it shameful the ridiculous lengths I'll go to to avoid cleaning this tiny kitchen? lol

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and When your finished with those dishes ...for penance, you can do mine too...


I see that your sense of humor is back today...those med's must be finally kicking in...Good..

I know back problems are a misery - I suffered with them for literally 15 years. I'd be just going along fine and then WHAM. Once I stepped off a curb, not off balance or anything and it just went. And of course you want to avoid surgery if you can, especially with your blood pressure situation.

But I just wanted to mention that sometimes it's a wonderful thing. I didn't want the surgery either. I went to a pain specialist for over a year trying to avoid it. Epidurals, nerve blocks, I had it all. And it would last for a few days or a week. So, finally, under the knife I went. Had the surgery early that morning, back in my room by 10 AM. And by 2 I was up walking around the halls. I went home the next morning and have never looked back. Not one single bit of a problem since. And that was 12 years ago. So, if it comes to it, the surgeon may be your friend.

oh Griz I hope you are in less pain soon! I hate it when something like that happens and you become so debilitated! In my personal daily pulls, 10 of Swords was always accidents like this for some reason but I could see the Tower causing problems! I hope some good stuff starts to come your way

re-pete-a said:

and When your finished with those dishes ...for penance, you can do mine too...


I see that your sense of humor is back today...those med's must be finally kicking in...Good..

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My sense of humor has gotten me through many, many things, even when it was gallow's humor.

Thanks to you, though, I have a really, really good book to read while I'm recuperating.

My family used to tell me that if I die, they'll have to remind me to lie down and shut up.

well, I started this post with a gasp and ended it with a laugh. goodness....
I am so sorry to hear of your back issue, as others have said it is no fun, and I baby mine still after 40 yrs. since I treated it badly. I have spend many a night sleeping in my recliner .

sending light and love to you