Follow up
Once again, I apologize for the silence. I’m dealing with an intense amount of pain that just doesn’t seem to lessen…it just changes forms.
Speaking of which, are there novels that deal with intense physical pain more than just in passing for a character? Not that I want to read it, now or ever. Mental/emotional/psychological problems get dealt with in novels so much easier than physical ailments. There’s only so many ways you can say “It friggin’ hurts a lot” for characters.
Fred
I don't remember any novels that deal with physical pain except as a short term phenomena, as a result of an injury. There's always Emily Dickinson's evocative poem on pain, but nothing that I can think of.
I hope it passes soon.
Mudpuddle
terrible to hear this… i'll pray you get some relief soonest…
Jean
Well, that stinks. Sending nice thoughts and hoping you feel better soon. 😛
Lisa C. Hayden
I'm very sorry to hear this and hope you are able to feel better soon.
Dwight
Thanks everyone. I've got more follow-up procedures scheduled, and I'm hoping I turn the corner on this at some point.
The Argumentative Old Git
Really sorry to hear about this. My very best wishes for a speedy recovery.