Maintaining the journey at 65

Would you believe I have to be really careful with my toothbrush so I don't gag myself with it my gag reflex is just really sensitive so yeah I can relate
 

I'm the same with brushing my teeth or rinsing with mouthwash, sometimes I have to cut it short, seems to worsen with age.
 
Meanderer said:
Some people take them out and brush them in their hand....no gagging!:rolleyes:
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I know, my mom had to since around 30 years old. My friends with dentures have been encouraging me to save every tooth I can. That's why I've gone to all this trouble to find a dentist that is "full service" and takes my Medi-cal/Denta-cal:( My friends and family have always had hard times with dentures. Maybe not everyone is that way, I hope not.
 
Oh metoo!! Tomorrow I'm contacting some dentists I already have phone #s for C'est Moi;) and they are all within Mendocino and Sonoma County. I really don't know why I didn't try that before, duh! But if I don't have any luck, and I do feel back to normal, I'll go down for the Dental Center appt.

Today was a pretty good day after I forced myself to get out for a walk. It was in the 60s, didn't need a jacket, and I did about 3 miles. I took my time though and vowed if I didn't feel good for any reason, I'd turn around but it was wonderful. All those hot drinks with spices, and just plain water has done wonders to get me through this;)

I also found some excellent D3's by I think it's called VitaFusion, something like that. And they are gummies so I don't have to swallow horse pills, LOL! Grocery Outlet over here has the most excellent buys on good "non-expired" products. I love that store;)

Ok, off to finish my smoothie I just made, and hope you are having a good day too CM!! Denise:cool:
 
I'm a big fan of Vitafusion gummies!! I take 'em every day, the "hair, skin and nails" formula.

Good for you for taking a walk; sounds great. I'm so glad you're feeling better.
 
I saw those CM and I wanted to buy every formula they had besides that one!! They are only 7.99 compared to 11.99, at Grocery Outlet!! I can only get a bottle/formula a time though, lol;) so I did start with the D3. I bout gagged taking some of my pills yesterday. I take a calcium, multi and both are large and real gaggers, lol:) So when I am done with them, I will get the gummies;) Good to know you recommend them;)

Well, I've been calling dentists this a.m. that are closer to me (shortest distance was 200 miles or so) but they either don't take any adult patients, or they won't accept the xrays I already have from UCSF Dental Center. It's a real "Goliath" in my life, and I need to just let go and head for San Francisco.

I just got off the phone with the Dental Center and they are so nice, and very helpful. The student dentist will email me or phone to tell me if there is any chance I could have the work done this trip. Everything moves slower at a school of dentistry, so this visit may not "yet" include the actual root canal:( The first visit was only consultation and xrays. I need to make a reservation at the Motel 6 I found though, and I hope I can still get a room for tomorrow night. Otherwise, I would have to leave so early to get to my appt in SF by 1:30. I'm going to stay 2 nights.

I know you guys are pullin for me and I so appreciate being able to post here, and hear from you all. I never thought I would have trouble finding a dentist in this lifetime. When I was working, I always either had good insurance and I really don't appreciate anything like that until it's gone.

Ok, back to making this a fun adventure instead of a scarey experience, lol! I don't know if I mentioned finding a parking structure on campus down there. Only problem with that is, it could be dark by the time I am out of the dental center, and I have 2 blocks to get back to my truck. I'm carrying some protection with me so at least I have that. Reading one of my novels right now and this gal is taking self-defense lessons, I want to do that, seriously;)
 
I had to cancel everything (appt., reservations at motel etc.) because my cough is still too bad for me to be worked on at a dentist. I did get to talk to the Student dentist that is working with me though. She was just excellent in understanding my situation, and had set things up so I would actually have an "emergency" type visit today. They were going to sort of prep the tooth to prevent it (hopefully) from giving me any pain between now and the next appt. when all the work would be done. Dental schools take at least 3 visits to really get something like this done evidently.

But like I said, I had to cancel everything. I was relieved in a way because this has been overwhelming. I've decided the tooth is just going to have to go. Even if my cough wouldn't have stopped me from going, I think I may have cancelled anyway. It was just too much for me. One visit, and "get er done" I could have handled but I realize I am 65, I can live without this dang tooth. So now, I still have to wait til this cough is finally gone, and make yet another "emergency" appt at this local clinic.

And if I didn't write about that before, here is the deal with that. They can "only" pull it as the clinic is called "limited services". So I have to call at 8 a.m. any day, and they will then tell me to come in at 7:30 (next morning) and sit and wait to see if I will be taken in with only 2 other people. That's all they fit into the schedule that day. I could end up waiting as long as 4 hours to just see the dentist. Then he will look at the tooth "again" but still has the last xray I had taken. Then he will give them permission to schedule me for a "definite" time to have the tooth pulled. After all that, I will still not be accepted as a permanent patient.

I won't have a dentist for preventive, cleanings etcs. I don't know what else to say except there isn't another dentist/clinic within 300 miles, that will take me as a permanent patient and that is a clinic out here called Western Dental. So the travel thing is inevitable if I continue living here. I think I'm depressed :sosad:
 
I'm sorry you became so sickly Denise and had to cancel everything. I know it's a big hassle having to move, and you've had to do it way too much over the years, but where you live now does really seem isolated for basic medical and dental needs. I don't blame you for being sad, but hopefully things will work out for the better in the end for you. Please take care....hugs. :love_heart:
 
So sorry, Denise. I might urge you to reconsider trying to save that tooth when you feel better. As you know, once it's removed the surrounding teeth may begin to "drift" and cause more issues later. I know you are considering your options carefully.

Your situation shows the importance of availability of medical/dental care as we get older. It might be a wise idea for you to consider moving while you are still young enough to handle it. Those services will be increasingly important as we age and you are smart to be considering all the possible solutions.

Take care and I hope you feel much better soon. I hate a nagging cough!
 
SeaBreeze said:
I'm sorry you became so sickly Denise and had to cancel everything. I know it's a big hassle having to move, and you've had to do it way too much over the years, but where you live now does really seem isolated for basic medical and dental needs. I don't blame you for being sad, but hopefully things will work out for the better in the end for you. Please take care....hugs. :love_heart:
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I have my "feelers" out for other possibilities/place to move that might be better;) I know my issues to amount to anything compared to some, but seems like if I can overcome these smaller issues, maybe I'll appreciate the "big" heart-aches others overcome in this life. I'm finding out what a weenie I am, lol;) Always thinking I'm so tough, independent, don't need anyone else. Not true, now if I can just remember that;) when I am all feeling wonderful again, LOL!

C'est Moi said:
So sorry, Denise. I might urge you to reconsider trying to save that tooth when you feel better. As you know, once it's removed the surrounding teeth may begin to "drift" and cause more issues later. I know you are considering your options carefully.

Your situation shows the importance of availability of medical/dental care as we get older. It might be a wise idea for you to consider moving while you are still young enough to handle it. Those services will be increasingly important as we age and you are smart to be considering all the possible solutions.

Take care and I hope you feel much better soon. I hate a nagging cough!
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Maybe C'est Moi, but I do have all the rest of my uppers, and this one is the furthest back. But I know you are right about it weakening the "line". I was wondering if I would outlive my teeth, or they would last. People are living longer now;)
 
Denise1952 said:
Maybe C'est Moi, but I do have all the rest of my uppers, and this one is the furthest back. But I know you are right about it weakening the "line". I was wondering if I would outlive my teeth, or they would last. People are living longer now;)
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That would be a good discussion to have with the dentist before having the tooth extracted, Denise. I wish you the best through all of this.
 
Here's a couple reasons I can't see moving from here. It was a beautiful day, mid 70s and what an evening down at the harbor. Hadn't been out much as you know, so it was time;)

Some of the shots I got didn't turn out but these kind of show how lovely it was;) Lot's of people down there, many tourists even this time of year:)

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Beautiful pictures! I understand your love of the moderate temps. As you get older, it is hard to adjust to any extreme cold or heat! The lack of medical facilities close to you needs to be something you should put a good deal of thought into. But you are still young enough that it is not a decision you need to make over night!
 
maggiemae said:
Beautiful pictures! I understand your love of the moderate temps. As you get older, it is hard to adjust to any extreme cold or heat! The lack of medical facilities close to you needs to be something you should put a good deal of thought into. But you are still young enough that it is not a decision you need to make over night!
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Hi Maggie;) Did you see my "sausage" thread, LOL!! I'm truly a warped individual, aren't you glad we're buds, LOL!

Ok, so yes, the way I am looking at it now, is I can actually see a dentist at a clinic in Santa Rosa, when I need a cleaning, which will be soon. And then, I will go ahead and use the NEMT (non-emergency medical transportation) that they have here in CA. At least that's what I am looking at doing. I do not want to move from here, I truly don't. And I would miss it horribly, so for now, I'm staying put, and sort of roll with the punches.

I went to Walmart to get more lithium batteries for my camera that I use with a tripod. That's when I am trying to get really clear photos, way better than with my phone cam. Also, I'd like to get more photos of the the boats coming in, and may go down again tonight. Don't want to miss any lovely evenings, as I've missed too many lately.

While I was at Walmart I heard people start to yell, like at each other so I looked around and spotted a mother and teenage or a bit older daughter just out of control yelling obscenties. I couldn't help but smile, because I was caught between "what idiots" and "how horrible for them" and embarrassing. But I saw zero embarrassment so I guess this might be normal behaviour for the family, which is really sad.

I was glad when they were sort of escorted out, as quick as possible. The world is going mad, and even in such a tiny town as this, things you wouldn't think would be going on, do.

So now I think I'll take a nap, LOL! Oh, I've rejoined my gym, just by the month, no contract because I can't trust myself to stick with it, but since I am feeling so much better, I want to try and do all I can to stay healthy. Wish me luck:gettowork::giggle:
 
Denise1952 said:
It is, and like I was telling Maggie, I don't want to move, so going to stick it out as long as I can. See what happens, and try not to worry about the future so much;)
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Well if you love it, then definitely stay as long as you can manage. We have to do what makes us happy in life. I live outside of Houston on the San Jacinto River... not particularly scenic but we love it here. All our kids were raised in this house and it's just comfortable and "home." All 5 bedrooms are UPSTAIRS so sooner or later we may have to have a "chair lift" installed because I don't see us moving. :D

My little MIL lives about 10 miles away and we are quite involved with her care; she's 80 and still lives on her own in a house on 6 acres. Our children (5 of them) are scattered across Texas with the exception of our oldest son who is living in Hawaii now. Closest one to us is an hour and a half away. More than you wanted to know, I'm sure. HAHA!! :D
 
C'est Moi said:
Well if you love it, then definitely stay as long as you can manage. We have to do what makes us happy in life. I live outside of Houston on the San Jacinto River... not particularly scenic but we love it here. All our kids were raised in this house and it's just comfortable and "home." All 5 bedrooms are UPSTAIRS so sooner or later we may have to have a "chair lift" installed because I don't see us moving. :D

My little MIL lives about 10 miles away and we are quite involved with her care; she's 80 and still lives on her own in a house on 6 acres. Our children (5 of them) are scattered across Texas with the exception of our oldest son who is living in Hawaii now. Closest one to us is an hour and a half away. More than you wanted to know, I'm sure. HAHA!! :D
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Oh that sounds wonderful, CM!! Ina lived in the "family" home too and she loved it:) I have another "highschool" friend that lives in Llano and she moved there I think in 90 something. But she loves it there as well. She and her children built a business around designing belt-buckles for Rodeo, and it's a neat, family biz. Vicki is 64 but she's still goin strong, won't retire anytime soon.

Texas has it's own kind of beauty, every place does. And no, not more than I wanted to know, loved hearing about your life in Texas! If you ever want to share some pics, I know I would love to see them. I bet your MIL loves having you, so many seniors that I know here in Crescent City are so alone.

I had a nap, and now I have my 2nd wind, so planning an early dinner, and maybe another trip down to the harbor;) it's just 2 miles, so very close. Denise
 
Enjoy your dinner and your trip to the harbor, Denise. I hope your cough is better today.

We have quite a large extended family in the Houston area; my husband has a brother and a sister within 20 miles of us, plus their spouses and children. My husband was born and raised here so there are all kinds of cousins, aunts, uncles, etc., too.

Hub and his siblings share checking on my MIL, making sure she gets to doctor appointments, take care of her finances, take her shopping, etc. since she doesn't drive anymore. He is over at her house 3 days a week, taking care of maintenance, mowing her property, etc. (A nice break for me, lol.) She is a feisty, sweet little woman.

So we have a lot of roots here; I guess we will live out our days in this area, and probably in this house.

I read Ina's diary entries and some of her posts on the forum; she seemed like a special person. I think she lived in the Dayton area which is a pretty good ways from Houston. I'm sorry I wasn't on the forum while she was here.
 
C'est, if it is up to me, we will always live in our current home. We had it built in 1986 when we moved to the Atlanta area from Mississippi. I have always loved this house because there are so many memories of our two children growing up here and all the neighborhood kids coming around here to play basketball in the driveway or just ride their bikes up and down the street (we live in a cul-de-sac). All our bedrooms are upstairs too, so a chair lift may be in our future too! YIKES!
 
maggiemae said:
C'est, if it is up to me, we will always live in our current home. We had it built in 1986 when we moved to the Atlanta area from Mississippi. I have always loved this house because there are so many memories of our two children growing up here and all the neighborhood kids coming around here to play basketball in the driveway or just ride their bikes up and down the street (we live in a cul-de-sac). All our bedrooms are upstairs too, so a chair lift may be in our future too! YIKES!
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I hear ya, MaggieMae! I love this house; we built ours in 1994 so there are a LOT of memories here. (Plus three of our precious dogs buried in the back yard.) It's a lot of empty space to dust but I've gotten accustomed to dust bunnies and just let 'em roam!! It's nice to have the space when the kids come home to visit.

I'm originally from south GA, so I'm an ole' southern gal. Most of my family is still in GA, and we are planning a trip to visit--probably in late March or early April. I have enjoyed reading about your projects in Nancy's entertaining diary!!
 
Denise--I forgot to mention that there are some great vineyards in Llano!! Don't know if you like wine, but your friend probably has access to some good "Texas Red." :D
 


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