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posted ago by Roof_Korean ago by Roof_Korean +734 / -0

We've been very short on people, so I was working overtime and mis-stepped on a ladder and fell. I shattered a bunch of teeth and had them all pulled today. I am in severe pain and feel absolutely terrible from all the blood I lost and swallowed.

I hate not working and I am supposed to stay at home two weeks until the bone grafts for my jaw start to heal.

I was blessed with work while many were laid off and now this.

I feel like a failure, it's such a newbie kind of accident.

God Bless,

Roof Korean

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ryvrdrgn14 10 points ago +10 / -0

Yup, I'd only ever take painkillers if it was really unbearable. If it was uncomfortable, I'd just endure it.

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Kolob 2 points ago +2 / -0

I have been mocked over the years for this, but now I am blessed with a higher pain threshold.

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MamaLlama4DJT2020 6 points ago +6 / -0

I just read Dopesick, a book about addiction and it’s a real danger. Many people started with legit prescriptions.

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Roof_Korean [S] 2 points ago +2 / -0

Thank you. I'm going to use this as a new start. I haven't been as dutiful to my parents as I should have.

When did they get so old?

Time flies by too quickly ㅠㅠ

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Littleirishmaid 33 points ago +33 / -0

Ouch. I hope you heal quickly. Rest and do what your dentist says.

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45forever 23 points ago +23 / -0

Prayers to you. Just focus on healing. No negative thoughts, they won’t help!

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DONTRUMP 22 points ago +22 / -0

Toof floorean

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Roof_Korean [S] 23 points ago +23 / -0

So true. Teeth hit the floor....

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MamaLlama4DJT2020 3 points ago +3 / -0

Sounds awful, so sorry. =(

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Raiden 20 points ago +20 / -0

Don't be down on yourself, it was an accident. Stay home, heal fully and go back full force.

I'd second VoxVulgaris' comment and recommend you read Marcus Aurelius' Meditations. It's a relatively short work from a man with perceptive insight and you've got some time on your hands! God Bless!

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MineOwnSelf 16 points ago +16 / -0

Heavenly Father, send healing to RK that his mouth heal fast & the grafts take. Bless him & his family today & always.

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Trumper007 13 points ago +13 / -0

God bless you Roof Korean.

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foom 12 points ago +12 / -0

Sucks man. I had a soul-crushing ladder fall in the rain when the ladder fell out from under me, I landed on it, and smashed some ribs. Getting your ass handed to you by a ladder one time is part of working in the trades, so consider it earning your stripes. You probably won't let that kind of thing happen to you again.

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1GodisGr8 10 points ago +10 / -0

Prayers are with you brother

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cyberpunkstreetart 10 points ago +10 / -0

Be well and hang in there, pede!

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Scroon 10 points ago +11 / -1

Praying for you. I'm going through my own trials myself right now, though not health related. Remember that while life is often difficult and sometimes painful, God always has us in His hands, and the hardest times are often our best teachers as He intends.

Also, on the off chance you're in Los Angeles, I know a great dentist if you need one.

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Roof_Korean [S] 2 points ago +2 / -0

I am using it to refocus on life. I haven't been as responsible to my parents as I should have.

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Scroon 0 points ago +1 / -1

Good for you. You've actually been in my thoughts. There are people doing painting work on ladders over here, and it makes me wonder how you're doing.

God always gives us what we need, and thankfully not what we may shortsightedly want.

Heal up, friend.

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BuffaloReaper94 10 points ago +10 / -0

Don’t smoke, use straws, spit or anything else that requires suction. Don’t dwell on it, and it’ll be over before you know it. Look at small milestones, not thefull two weeks. In a few days, it will be the weekend. Only a couple of days after that, it will have been one week, and you’ll be halfway there, etc.

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six5_SMK 10 points ago +10 / -0

I'm so sorry man, that sounds horrible. I'm praying for you.

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frogman1776 9 points ago +9 / -0

Godspeed, jaw injuries heal quickly, pain and discomfort will subside in a matter of a few days. You’ll be back to work soon.

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John789 9 points ago +9 / -0

Eat protien, helps you heal faster. Also multi vitamins.

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Roof_Korean [S] 3 points ago +3 / -0

Doing just that. Eating protein, taking zinc and b, turmeric. Going to try and cut some weight.

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Kolob 1 point ago +1 / -0

liver

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OMC-RADIO 3 points ago +3 / -0

Pray for others in your position. It always seems like when we pray for others going through the same thing, the blessings come faster and are more plentiful... maybe it has something to do with that whole, "When 2 or more are gathered in my name" kind of thing.

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1BornAgainAmerican 9 points ago +9 / -0

That's tough, 'pede. Hang in there man. Just keep that work ethic and you'll be back on your feet in no time.

Minor setback for a major comeback.

Now get up you son of bitch! Keep fighting!

https://youtu.be/hnEST9Z_GP4

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Roof_Korean [S] 2 points ago +2 / -0

I didn't hear no bell!

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Cambyses_II_CatToss 8 points ago +8 / -0

I understand the feeling but just wanted to say that you’re not a failure. Praying for peace for you, relief from pain, and a quick recovery.

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DArtist51 8 points ago +8 / -0

So sorry to hear this happened. I am praying for you, for a speedy recovery, and for peace in your heart. We don’t always know why things happen to us, but we do know that God is still in charge and He wants only the best for you and your future.

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TheWhitestOfFangs 8 points ago +8 / -0

God bless Roof Korean. Keep that store safe from the rioters.

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SD_Pede 8 points ago +9 / -1

Awwww,,,, you'll be great. Your body will heal. You're not a failure. Accidents happen all the time.

Look for the blessing in this right now. I guarantee 5 years from now you'll look back on this and be able to see how it changed your life for the better somehow.

Everything happens for a reason, and we get to decide the reason.

Praying now....

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benjamiam 7 points ago +7 / -0

You’ll get through this, and each day will become easier than the previous.

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2020magavision 7 points ago +7 / -0

Prayers for a quick recovery!

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sir_rockness 7 points ago +7 / -0

Sorry. We all make mistakes. Heal up and dont beat yourself up mentally

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RicottaPrime 7 points ago +7 / -0

Sounds terrible; I'm so sorry to hear this happened to you. I'll be praying for you!

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RealityCalling 7 points ago +7 / -0

That sounds so painful. Hope you feel better and heal fast.

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mster 7 points ago +8 / -1

Praying for you friend. God bless you and heal you.

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ChuckedBeef 7 points ago +7 / -0

Don't get too down. Rest up and recover, everything will be fine.

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783hz 7 points ago +7 / -0

Don't be like Pelosi. Get some dental implants so they'll never slip. Hang in there!

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j2daeww 7 points ago +7 / -0

To a speedy recovery homie

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Roof_Korean [S] 2 points ago +2 / -0

Thanks.

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Thenew23rd 6 points ago +7 / -1

🙏

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Fabius 6 points ago +6 / -0

Jesus Christ, dude.

Heal.

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try4gain 6 points ago +6 / -0

Stay strong pede

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Ironball 6 points ago +6 / -0

Push through it dude. Been there. Can take a few months but trust me you have a new appreciation of ladder safety and proper setup. Horrible it was your teeth. Get well soon.

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OMC-RADIO 2 points ago +2 / -0

Yeah now you can tell those young bucks to watch their ass on the ladder with authority.

Be careful everyone. Accidents (especially the bad ones) always happen faster than we expect.

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Ironball 1 point ago +1 / -0

I don't know about authority. More about the cautionary tale of pain and having had to patch up or take someone to the hospital a number of times.

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rajbaj2233 6 points ago +6 / -0

Good luck and a speedy recovery!

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MyopicVitriol 6 points ago +6 / -0

Asprin, rest, vitamin C, and protein are the best things you can do right now. Stay strong mentally and you'll be back physically in no time. Good luck.

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Geezmokleez 5 points ago +5 / -0

Lost a couple teeth in my time; on the bright side after this you'll be able to bite right into ice cream! Just sent prayers your way; relax and get better soon!

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Get-schlonged 5 points ago +5 / -0

Tooth pain sucks. But it will get better. Everyday will be better. Don’t get hooked on chinese pain killers. 4 ibuprofen will get a lot done.

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Jackhererer 4 points ago +4 / -0

Prayers to you pede. What doesnt kill us only makes us stronger.

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independentbystander 4 points ago +4 / -0

Good luck and be well soon! <3 <3 <3

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MAGAguitar 4 points ago +4 / -0

Praying for you brother

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Idgaf47 4 points ago +4 / -0

Gravity - the one law you can't break.