Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
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Good morning. It is overcast, but Dh says no rain till tonight. Maybe so as a spot of sun just appeared making a liar out of 'overcast'. In my defense, the sun is somewhat muted at the moment. Really, we don't need rain but it is what it is in Springtime in central/southern Illinois. Hmmm, I just checked my own 'weather bug' and it shows no rain till Thursday. Sigh !!! As mentioned, — Spring in Illinois.
I had the great pleasure of watching a fair sized deer taking a long rest break in our side yard. IN fact, long enough I started to wonder if the deer was ok and really was just taking a break. Finally, after repeated trips from time to time to the bank of windows (maybe 6 times or so) the deer was gone on the last look-see.
I have had more hospitalizations than I really like, but for the most part I've not had a lot of complaints. My training in the medical area was long ago and knowing there have been a lot of changes I don't aways know what is valid now — but there is common sense when other things fail. I will say one of the most common items is there is almost never enough staffing.
All of my cats tend to love the nooks and crannies of a nice box, tent, cat post with hidey pocket. and almost any place where they can tuck in out of the way and doze or just sit and watch the world go by un-hampered by anyone or anything else. I thought they would like their new post better than they do, but anything they can get up on is fine with them — especially if it facilitates getting away from Red. We still work with him about the fact that the cats are NOT his personal live toys.
Hoping everyone has a good day, few worries, good enough health and quiet Springtime weather.
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Looking for and enjoying beauty is another way to nourish the soul. The universe is in the habit of making beauty. There are flowers and songs, snowflakes and smiles, acts of great courage, laughter between friends, a job well done, the smell of fresh-baked bread. Beauty is everywhere, ready to nourish the soul. It must only be seen to begin helping us.
Matthew Fox
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Chisandy, thanks for the reminder about the Mg Glycinate which I take daily. I will just up the dose to 2/day and see if that helps with calf, and shin splints. Glad the wrong room, discovery was made before the enema was administered. Trying to sleep in hospital is a joke because they wake you so often.
One reason my calf hurts is a super large bruise located posteriorly where the calf/knee fold is. Can't really see it because mirror, that would allow complete visualization, is upstairs but I managed to get a glimpse of it yesterday, OUCH! The PA told me about a bruise but never said where it was located and I can honestly say no one ever looked at it while I was in the hospital.
Last night was agonal. Took pain med around 11pm and woke at 1 am, then 3 am, 5 am and well, you get the drift. Repeat pain med around 5 with a Flexeril and did drift off again. Hope this is a one off, but will take pain meds sooner rather than trying to hold out. Got ice cuff and used it twice to help; it does work better than the ice bags provided in hospital because I can velcro it around my knee.
DGD called me yesterday to talk and this is not something she usually does. She will chime in if someone else calls, but she initiated this. She wanted to tell me about her swimming lessons progression, her dance school lessons and the upcoming recital I most likely will miss. They live close to the maternal gp's and she spent her first 2 years being babysat by Oma while her DM worked, so she is close to them. We do share a saying that I taught her about how much I love her "to the moon and back" which like most children she changed to fit her interpretation: "to the moon and a back (makes her sound like she is Italian when she says it)". This makes it even more special.
Need to call Ortho office today to schedule OP left knee x-ray on the same day as post-op visit appointment. Heard back from RN in cardiology office about a question I had, so hope they will offer advice for need for follow-up or make a 6 month appointment.
Will try to increase laps around kitchen island today to keep mobile and to stretch the protesting muscles. Can also call PT and try to set up appointments for OP PT when given all clear by Ortho. They are in demand so prefer to do in advance to get time that works best for me.
Still smh over the maintenance men fixing the call bell system snafu. Just goes to prove sometimes the simplest solution, is the one right under your nose. I am sure that bed never made it to the maintenance department to be repaired but got put into another room for another patient to deal with.
Hope everyone has a great day. Today is sunny, no breeze that I can see and with temps to be in the upper 60's, so lovely. May get DH to open patio doors to let in some fresh air.
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Betrayal, I am with you on this. Remember that ice reduces the swelling, as well as pain. I iced overnight for that first week. It is not too much, as the ice turns into cold water by morning. Yes, that sore spot on the outside edge of the fold can be troublesome. It is a big soft bump for me even now, but does not hurt.
Yes, the parties are too focused on the extremes and not enough on the religious left (all is relative), which tends to be centrist. The US Catholic Church has also been at fault with its focus on Right to Life, forgetting that the term also addresses banning of capital punishment, right to life and assistance for medical needs, food, clothing and shelter for the disabled and elderly. Special education services for children and young adults, to help them develop the skills necessary for life at whatever independence levels. All of these things and more.
A cousin several weeks ago told me that I don't have the right to have a dog (and I already don't have a car). I will not call her again, and will be minimally civil to avoid further hurts if she calls me. An apology should be coming my way, but I doubt it will happen. People don't know how to apologize any more.
I need Tippy, more than just as a companion, but as a coach. He helped me lose 30 pounds and keep it off.
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Wow. Chris —- I am stunned, but likely shouldn't be. Sometimes family are quick to say things to us they might not to other people. No point in asking why she feels you do not qualify as a good dog parent. After listening to all the stories, I have loved hearing about Tippy and you it is the LAST if ever, thing that would come from out of my mouth.
Very few reasons I can think of for why someone should not have a dog and or cat companion if they want them. Dh and I discovered with our Bill (Black Lab Retriever) when he became ill, couldn't walk and wasn't eating, that he was too heavy for us to get to the car and vet. We knew it was the end but wanted so to help him and we couldn't. So, when we looked for another dog the requirement was no dog we couldn't pretty much lift and carry to our car if that became necessary for any reason. That isn't quite the same as someone/anyone telling us we couldn't have a dog. But the closest I have to why someone might choose to make a statement like your cousin.
I'm with you. Tippy (dogs in general) are normally excellent companions. They never criticize, never tell on you for anything, are always happy to see you if you have had to be away, are okay almost always with their food, and are extremely loyal and only wish to make you happy. Tippy is in my book something of an exception since he trains so well. Also, if we are a one person household, having someone to talk to, even if they can't have a full-throated discussion with us to me is very important. Just being able to vocalize an issue — even without verbal response can clarify it for us.
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The dog has left the building… they drove straight home, 12+ hours. At 2 AM a little knock on the front door to pick him up. We confirmed earlier that we’d be awake. At first he just looked at her, I think half asleep, then zoomed into her arms.
Today I’ve vacuumed every room; swiffered every flat surface and more; washed throws and my robe which he like to snuggle on; took a damp wash cloth & dry hand towel and wiped off the sofa & love seat of all nose prints etc. And even have a candle burning. I may see if a neighbor has a carpet steamer for the large area rug - it needs a good steam cleaning, not just from him but our regular dirty shoes too.
Not having a dog in 17-20 years I’m totally not into hairs all over the place. Looked like little tan eyelashes all over my brown leather sofa. Haha! And I do remember when my Dalmatian was nervous he’d shed like crazy, so that could be part of it. Anyway, the dog & us survived.Sandy, it sounds like you’ll soon be back in you old/new home. So much work leaving the rental totally and going back home with all your stuff. We’ll be back home in NY on Mother’s Day. Not as hard a move as yours.
Chris, your relative has no right to tell you that you shouldn’t have a dog. Tippy is your buddy and a smart one at that
Carole, I haven’t pulled my laptop out again to look at to see if the download took or not. I’m not sure if I should have just left it alone. Time will tell. And like Taco said - it could flip like a switch and be back on the list again for tariffs.
Betrayal, the bed story seemed funny but typical. If they’d only checked the bed before taking apart the wall plate!
Taco, working together is the best solution. And I don’t blame you for going ahead with purchasing a new phone.
It’s 84 & sunny. My freedom without a dog made today feel like a weekend after work! I have an HOA meeting at 6, which as long as I’m here I’m going to. I like to know what’s going on. I’ve also started getting a sore throat, I think from post nasal. My grandniece has been having a runny nose she said was allergies, and I’m thinking it wasn’t allergies.
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PS - Sandy, I had to look up what Gordy was dx with. I had never heard of it. I’m hoping his treatments will be tolerable.
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Cindy, if your laptop downloaded Windows 11, you're all set. Enjoy your no-dog freedom. I guess the hairs aren't so objectionable if the dog is yours.
I suddenly realized yesterday that Sunday is our departure date. The uber driver will be picking us up at 7 am to drive us to the New Orleans airport. Yikes. I'm feeling nervous that river cruise we booked two years ago is about to happen. I'm already missing my bed and comfortable routine. Time to pack.
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How far north will that cruise go?
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People of virtue think beyond personal interests and consider how their actions affect the whole. They are less concerned with what they can get for themselves, and more concerned with how they can contribute to the community.
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Sunny and bright outside today. I think a lot cooler though. Maybe that will bring moisture. Who knows. It's spring.
Carol, it is off-putting to suddenly feel two yrs. have suddenly somehow sped up to get you to a vacation that likely is not so attractive as it may have been when it was booked. Hopefully, things will go well. In thinking about it, I felt I could actually identify with some trepidation — we can be so different in a couple of yrs. from the people we were. Not in a bad way, but I do think it true that as time passes, we are slightly less adaptable to change and value what we are comfortable with — our own beds, not living out of a suitcase and not having our things in the same spot in our bathroom medicine cabinet. Time has a toll booth that is hard to estimate I guess.
Going for my hair this morning. This time I got my haircuts at the right time and in fact, I don't feel like I lost so much since my hair actually did stay fairly manageable the whole time. I was bad about this when I still had Beth and now I see that I am better off paying for those extra trims. Old dogs still can learn I guess.
Have some bill paying and other chores and a trip to Walmart on my own. A couple of things I know that Dh would have trouble locating so I'm going to run there right after my hair. Dh will be home here with Lil' Red. Most of the time going to the store I drive us there and give Dh a list of things I want. Normally he does okay with it but I do check, and he sometimes has to go right back in and 'try' again. Not too often now.
Cindy, I think I still hear a faraway relief sigh.
Hope you all have a really good day.
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Carole, just go and enjoy your vacation. Unless you run around with your political ideology plastered on your head or chest, no one will bother you. Be prepared that you may have someone express their feelings about our current political situation but you can choose to engage or ignore. The old chestnut of, " I don't discuss politics, religion or sex", always worked for me. I would not let my trip be ruined by things I cannot control. I would be hellbent on enjoying myself.
DD and I are going on a cruise to Alaska in September (we won it) and DH and I have a Panama Canal trip planned for October. I've been to Alaska for a land and cruise trip but DD has not so it will be nice to view it with her.
Last night was better but did awaken with a painful left hip around 3 am. It was in spasm so I got up, walked around to see if that would relieve it and finally just took Norco and Flexeril. I fell back to sleep after 4 and woke at 8. Whole leg is stiff so I sit at kitchen table for an hour flexing knee to see if this will help. Headed back to recliner though. Leo comes down to visit in the middle of the night and I did get a close-up of his face as he sat on my lap. DH reports he roamed the house looking for me while I was in hospital.
Case manager for PCP called yesterday to discuss hospitalization and let it slip that PCP is departing practice to go elsewhere at end of May (really June). As much as I'd like to stay with her after 10 plus years, this practice is about 40 minutes from here vs my 15 minute commute now. Traffic to there is a hassle, so I asked what the plan was for future coverage. PCP knows I will only see female physicians so she has assigned me to a newbie for the practice. She will also ensure I see her when she first starts for continuity of care.
Biggest headache when they make changes like this is, as an established patient, you get scheduled far out and not timely. I need to be seen every 4-6 months for follow-up and that can be a real challenge. Plus insurance will not let them prescribe for more than 6 months for some of my meds. GI doc I see always wants to see me annually and I am lucky if I can get an appointment within 18 months.
So stressful day yesterday. Today is overcast, temps in low 60's and not especially welcoming. I'll stay in side.
cindyny, glad the dog went home and you have reclaimed your "dogless" space. I have a Dalmatian and can second the shedding. If she gets nervous, you can virtually see the hair jumping off her. At least this one doesn't use the couch as a rubbing board. You were right about the hospital story. My DF taught me how to fix things and to this day, I am still better at some household chores than DH. He can't hang a curtain rod nor would I want him to since I'd have a major wall repair at the end. I let him do the electrical work.
Chris, thanks for reminding me about the ice. The bags from the hospital never worked right and leaked so I just have to remember to put mine back in the freezer.
Harley07, where are you? Waving hello to anyone I did not mention. Time is up so I need to get back to recliner for relief f discomfort from flexion. Have a great day.
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hi ladies
Just sitting here being scared, thought I’d come here for advice or support. Still waiting PET San is Monday. So no new news. I have been looking at ways to manage this time. There is a Reiki practitioner near me I found that relaxing the first time but it gets expensive. There is a free yoga class near by for breast cancer survivors. I have called my old housekeeper and she is coming tomorrow. I just don’t have the bandwidth. I will stop working the end of the month. Work is a great diversion and the money helps, but the next day I’m exhausted. My “significant other” (boyfriend sounds silly at 70) is so wonderful, I don’t know how I could do this without him, but we don’t live together, and I don’t want to depend exclusively on him. He is so scared.
another rainy day in Rhode Island. I live a couple miles from the beach and usually go there to walk or just sit every day, but the weather has been miserable. Anyway. One day at a time I guess. Thanks for listening4 -
@owensgrandma - the waiting is absolutely miserable. I was in your shoes last year with ovarian cancer. My only advice is to take it minute by minute and breathe slowly and deeply. It sounds like you are trying to distract yourself which is a good thing. Please know that we are here to support you. Sending hugs.
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owensgrandma, I can say initially I felt like you do now. The uncertainty is what scares us the most and if you can find a diversion that will bring you some joy, I would try that. Can you get lost in a good movie, talk to a good friend (couldn't because they didn't want it; but I know others have), write down what you are feeling for reading at a later date? I talked to myself quite a bit (actually some pretty good cursing, too) and sometimes out loud as I took a walk. I love the beach but don't live close to one, so walking there was not an option even in lousy weather. I've had Reiki and felt it beneficial but it, like massages, is expensive.
I would not judge you for calling your 70 year old SO, a boyfriend. I find it quite charming. If he is willing to be your sounding board and support, don't shut him out but let him help with what you need and you can limit that as you see fit.
Come here and we will listen to whatever you wish to share. (((Hugs))).
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I finally got a lap photo of Leo as he cuddled with me today. He really missed me so I have to make-up for lost time. He's my old man at age 13 and I've had him since he was a little over a year. Twice abandoned before I rescued him (he rescued me, too) and fearful of strangers, so he spends most of his day in my bedroom with forays to the first floor to look for me.
He weighs about 10 pounds maximum.
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OwensGrandma, your location within walking distance of the beach sounds wonderful. I'm giving you a reassuring cyber hug.
I got some packing done this morning before going to lunch with a neighbor and a former neighbor. The restaurant is attractive and comfortable and I enjoyed my shrimp salad. It was good to chat with both women and catch up on news.
Back at home I used my new laptop to access state tax return forms that allowed me to type in the information. I printed out the return and will mail it. In past years I used the state website to file electronically but the newly designed site wouldn't let me on. Newly designed definitely wasn't improved, for me. I needed to get this chore done since the state tax filing deadline is June 15 and we arrive home that day.
DH played golf with the guys today for the first time in months. I hope his new knees worked well and he hit some good shots.
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I’ve gotten behind again and didn’t take notes.
Carole - I agree with Betrayal’s advice to go on the cruise and enjoy. I know that as I’ve gotten older I am more set in my routine but find that pushing a bit out of my comfort zone can also be a good thing. We were in Norway and London in February and did not experience any pushback based on being a U.S. citizen. We tend to be low key but as soon as we start talking it’s obvious we are Americans.
Betrayal - what an awful experience you had in the hospital. I find it incredibly frustrating when the doctor’s orders are at odds and the patient suffers as a result. I admire your fortitude and persistence in keeping up with your rehab. As I’ve stated previously, my PCP likes to be proactive when it’s on her agenda, but if I bring up a concern it is dismissed. Both times I had cancer my PCP at the time Pooh-poohed my concerns. I’m pretty much ready to give up on preventative care.
Cindy - you are a much better person than I as there is no way I could have dealt with the dog sitting.
Sandy - the end is in sight with your house! What a year you have had. I hope that Gordy will be okay. Can this be treated effectively?
We will be moving back home tomorrow. Last week the project manager told us the house would not be ready until April 23rd. So we communicated with the insurance company and yesterday we were told insurance would not cover the hotel after tomorrow because the floors were done. The house will not be fully back together until around April 24th (ie. Kitchen Countertops and backsplash, installing vanity and toilet in powder room, basement ceiling tiles etc). But the house is livable and we are happy to have escaped the long term restoration such as Sandy and Betrayal experienced.
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Owens grandma, so glad you used us. That is what we are here for. I don't blame you one bit for being nervously scared. It is hard to wait because not even meaning to you will find yourself thinking a whole lot of thoughts you won't have answers for. I'm very glad you have a "boyfriend". Having a trusted loving companion to hold you up when you are feeling venerable is perfect. Of course, part of the time you may have to take turns holding each other up. I think that may be a really good way to magnify your strength in each other — Taking turns raising each other up one of you is low.
I hope you can soon go to the beach a lot more. I envy how close you are. The years I lived in southern California (Santa Barbara and Ventura) I almost always lived a mile or less from the beaches there. I find water, especially lakes and oceans, but any body of water very spiritual and very relaxing. One of the things I often did while standing on the beach was pick out an out-going wave, toss all my troubles on that wave and watch it until it went over the horizon taking every care I had with it. I usually went home feeling much freer with a much lighter heart and way less heavy a soul. I don't miss a lot about California although I enjoyed the 25 years I lived there, but oh how I miss the ocean and those wonderful waves that saved me all the time. Maybe you can try giving your cares to problems to the waves at your beach.
Betrayal. Leo is gorgeous. If you hadn't have said with your description I'd have assumed he was a dog. Who says our furry friends don't feel enormous love and attachment and I think in this case a lot of gratitude as well for his best friend in you. I have a couple (not nearly as devoted as Leo) but who have I presume chosen me as their pet and confidant. Funny thing, one of them seemed to do this after I came back home from the three wks. gone with my open-heart surgery. I didn't get to meet Charlie until I got home, but even then, as a very young kitty he would come and sit on me and snuggle in the cook of my arm. My daughter lovingly berated him. She saved him from the parking lot where she worked and would tell him — fine how-do-you-do, I save you and bring you home with me to Shangri-La and you choose not to know me now.
Harley, how neat to get to go back home. It really doesn't sound like too long a time for what hopefully is only slight inconvenience is all goes right with the contractors. I hope it is very smooth and quite comfy for you to be back on your own surroundings.
Good to get all those tax things out of the way. I do wonder why new and improved always seem to have a glitch of some sort. Glad though you were able to go ahead and finish the project and hopefully there is a way to report glitches for repair so that next time you need the site it will welcome you.
I'm off to clean the kitchen and cook supper. I have had a sort of long day but a good one. Went and had my hair done and then shopping on my own. While it is usually not a favorite chore I truly appreciated getting to do it alone without Dh constantly finding things for the basket and running up our bill as well as sometimes whining about what I wish to buy for some reason I've never figured out, but often rather than listen I put the item back and move on. Didn't have to today.
I'll be back tomorrow. Have a CT Scan at the hospital but not till I p.m.
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I got behind and it is hard to remember what I wanted to comment on.
Sandy, it is good to hear from you. I am glad the house is coming along.
Betrayal, cyber hugs for quick healing
Chris, Tippy is your little buddy. That cousin is not nice.
Cindy, dog sitting hasn't been good for me. I am a cat person. now
Carol, have a wonderful trip
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holy moly 22 new messages. lol. I’m all caught up now.
owensgrandma the waiting is the worst. Keep yourself occupied. That’s what saved me during the waiting game.
three more treatments a nd freedom. Friday I go back to work for one shift then off till next Friday. Yay.
betrYal love your kitty.Super sunny here. Gotta get out the sunscreen!!!
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owensgrandma, when I was in limbo between path report, genetic test results & OncoDX, Tom Petty's "The Waiting (is the Hardest Part" played in my head on an endless loop. Your boyfriend will definitely be a comfort, even though he too is scared.
Chris, you & Tippy are made for each other. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Betrayal, you can make reusable ice packs with a 50-50 mix of water & rubbing alcohol, in three gallon freezer bags.
Gordy's condition is relatively rare but not serious (in this day and age), and totally asymptomatic. It is caused by inadequate blood oxygenation (in his case, asthma and sleep apnea)—so the bone marrow cranks out too many red cells which carry oxygen. It's treatable by periodic blood donations (in fact, red-cell donors aka "power donors" get special perks at the blood bank) and better management of his asthma & sleep apnea.
Bob has his physical tomorrow afternoon—he picked the closest PCP in the Endeavor system (next door to the gym, in fact) with stellar credentials. I hope she finds nothing out of the ordinary. Of course she'll tell him to quit smoking and lessen his drinking—anyone who's ever attended a Seder will understand when I say "mah nishtanah halyla hazeh" ("wherefore is this night different from all other nights?")—more loosely translated as "tell me something I don't know." Then we'll visit the house tomorrow to check on progress and pick up mail.
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If you want to reach a state of bliss, then go beyond your ego and the internal dialogue. Make a decision to relinquish the need to control, the need to be approved, and the need to judge. Those are the three things the ego is doing all the time. It's very important to be aware of them every time they come up.
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Nice sunny morning and I'm sure grateful for that. So glad for those out of home and hearth who will soon get to return. Hopefully it will be (at least in Sandy's case) cause for celebration. Also Sandy, in your case for sure knowing you are within current codes should offer some assurance that a 'like' incident will be far less likely to happen again. Just wondering if given a little adjustment time the kitties will 'remember' home. They seem to be quite stable as long as they are with you and Bob.
Geeze, about yesterday. I had thought to get a lot done and I can't say that happened. Well, there is today and so hopefully I will indeed catch up. Have to since a part of my work is getting to those bills. I have a small pile but most aren't large figures thank goodness.
I have my CT later at the hospital, but that should be fairly smooth.
Hope you all have a really good day.
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Nodded off watching TV between 10-11 pm but got up long enough to perform bedtime ritual which meant I ended up wide awake. So wide awake until 1 AM in spite of taking pain med. Woke again with thigh in spasm which took a while to get under control. Typed a message on my phone for here and just as I finished it, poof gone! So put on a channel I knew would have programs on overnight and finally did nod off again until 5 am when I needed more pain medication.
Had scheduled a derm skin check appointment for tomorrow but decided I am not yet up to walking that far, so I canceled it and rescheduled for the fall. Threw a load of wash in, scooped the litter box, and got washed up. Today I want to walk more even if destination is only laps around kitchen island.
PT will come at 11 am so I look forward to what she wants to accomplish today. I welcome having a little more activity because I don't like to sit as much as I have had to do in the past few months. I am so looking forward to the day I can walk a mile without knee pain or being SOB.
Will try to schedule OP-PT today starting the week of the 25th. I think the toughest part of recovery so far is pain management. During the day I have a better handle than at night and we all know pain is exacerbated at night. Distraction, via the TV helps, and is better than just being in the dark. Leo was keeping me company. I finally got up and fetched the ice wrap. Using it was enough to let me fall back to sleep. So a tad sleep deprived today and may take a nap later.
Chris, I don't know your relative but that sure took nerve to say that to you. Sounds like she is jealous to me because you have someone who is a companion and loves you as well. Tippy and you are a well-matched pair; I think you said he was a rescue, so you rescued each other. In situations like that where someone offers an unsolicited opinion, I just thank them for "sharing that" and either change the topic or walk away. If it's a phone call, I end it quickly.
It is very windy today and the wind storm we had yesterday did a lot of destruction locally, trees down, power outages, and destroyed homes/cars. Our generator popped on for about 10 minutes. We have it because there were times we were without power for days year round. Temp is only in high 40's and it not expected to get much warmer. The sun is trying to peek through but not sure we will get to be sunny.
Chisandy, I loved the comment about matzo. I grew up eating it at a neighbor's house and love it but haven't had it in years. Occasionally I send DH to Mrs. Marty's deli for matzo ball soup, their chicken salad and the egg twist rolls. I have been craving chicken salad, ordered it in the hospital and it wasn't bad, but had onions in it, and I don't like onions in chicken salad. The onions always seem to overpower it. Costco has a great chicken salad with cranberries and walnuts that I also like, but have to share with DD because of quantity.
Illinoislady, enjoy the new haircut. I used to justify my sometimes expensive hair care as a right rather than a privilege, because it was "self-care" and I was worth it. So you are worth it, too. Always joked it was far cheaper than a plastic surgeon for changing my look.
Hope everyone has a good day.
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harley07, glad you are able to return home even if you are sharing it with workmen for the present. It will give you a chance to make sure things are done to your approval. I didn't mind sharing with them and used the time to make a punch list for each effected room and discussed this with the workmen. The insurance company had provided a detailed list of what they were paying for by room, so I used that as my barometer. So paint touch-ups, baseboard replacement, etc. were easy to address. The devil is in the details and sometimes they aren't that detail oriented.
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I blame my cousin's sister for the attack, really. M and I have gotten along for years. S is the problem. I complained to a relative of a relative, so hopefully it has been relayed. The attack was the same as others at the place where I previously lived.
Was going to work at a funeral luncheon at church, but given the fact that I wear thumb splints 23 hours of the day, about all I can do is set the tables, and my partner went in early and it will be only a small group of people.
I bought groceries for the month yesterday, so I guess I will start cooking my big batches of stuff for freezing.
I made a very verbal complaint to management about a neighbor who smokes. Yesterday he offered a 2 pound package of hamburger that had been left out on the counter for too long for Tippy. I asked Tippy to sniff at it, and it was acceptable. So I half-ways fried it up and froze it on a cookie sheet. This morning, I offered him the last of a can of dogfood with his pills in it. It was not acceptable. I tossed it and some of the hamburger went down quickly. So that was my neighbor's way of apologizing.
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Chris, our river cruise starts in Amsterdam and ends in Bucharest. We're going a day early to Amsterdam. A couple who are good friends will be making the same trip but our air travel plans got messed up and we won't be on the same flights. Their flight schedule to Amsterdam is better than ours. We have a 6-hour layover between flights. Changing the schedule would have added cost so we'll endure the wait.
I got our state tax return mailed off and bought stamps today. I had no idea what stamps cost and it's 70 some cents. Wow. I remember the 5-cent stamp. We rarely mail anything these days so a sheet of stamps lasts quite a while.
I stated an intention to go to the gym but decided to walk in the neighborhood instead. I did the long loop through a subdivision down the street, so walked 45 minutes. It's quite a lovely day with low humidity. Currently 73 degrees according to my laptop.
Betrayal, sending you support for your conditioning and healing.
Hope everyone is having a good Wednesday.
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Carole, I love Amsterdam especially their wonderful pancakes. It's a shame you won't have more time there to enjoy the Van Gogh museum, a tour of the Heineken brewery or a boat tour of the canals. Be careful, they ride their bikes on the sidewalks and are not very courteous if you happen to be in their way. The Anne Frank museum is worth a visit, too. Have a great time.
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Carole - you're lucky you got stamps for $0.70. My last trip it was $0.73 And I understand the new cost this summer for "forever" stamps will be $0.78
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