Work Vent

I have had severe back problems for the last 6 weeks, to the point where it's very difficult to walk and sit up. I can't even put my own socks and shoes on. I had a spinal fusion (rods put in my back) to correct scoliosis 7 years ago. Well, I found out from the doctor on Friday that spine below that has curved, deteriorated and has a stress fracture. I will more than likely need to have another spinal fusion to correct it and make the pain go away.

Driving is hard, so I tell my boss yesterday that I may work from home today because the rain makes me nervous (which they have allowed me to do since this started, but last week and this week I was able to sit up all day at my desk in the office). I'm on heavy duty muscle relaxers and my movement is very limited, so driving is difficult, but the rain makes it harder. He tells me if I can be here, it's better. Well, I'm here, in a lot of pain because the rain makes the pain worse. Where is he? Working from home! This is the same guy who suggested I try acupuncture when I told him I may need to have surgery.

Re: Work Vent

What a jerk.

Next time, don't let him guilt trip you into coming into work if you don't feel up to it. It's not like you're telling him you're just not coming in. You are offering to work from home!

Re: Work Vent

what a jerk! feel better!