What are you doing today 2023

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@ Don,, I should be getting all our paper work together for taxes.

So far the dog has been out in the miserable weather about 4 times.
We eaten.

And I've been online or looking out watching the wind blow the snow around .
I've fed the birds, then stand at patio door & watch them & the deer.

Now hope to find an old times picture of my grandmother to replace the one in an antique frame.
Old frame needs some repairs,, will try to fix it.

Then back to kitchen & bake some cookies.
 
Pepper said:
Having severe panic lately, one episode after another. Can't seem to get control over fearful emotions surrounding me. At issue is going in for leg stent surgery next Friday. The last one, late summer of 2020, went so bad I ended up in the hospital for over three days in agonizing pain. I'm afraid it will happen again. I'm afraid I'll lose it and wind up in the psych ward. My heart is beating so fast in fear I can barely catch my breath. My blood pressure has gone high.

Being alone for so long has gotten to me. It's too much, just too much.
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OK mi chica.. calm yourself , 🤗 take big deep breaths. Firstly, why are you having a second stent , can you explain that to those of us who know nothing of these things...

Secondly, have you spoken to your consultant about the likelihood of a repeat episode of 2020?.. you've got a week yet to ask questions...

You've got yourself in a real state over this, and you must try and calm yourself, .. you've not been alone too long.. you have your son and grandson who you see regularly.. and who love you, so try not to let irrational fears overtake you... 🧡
 

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OK mi chica.. calm yourself , 🤗 take big deep breaths. Firstly, why are you having a second stent , can you explain that to those of us who know nothing of these things...

Secondly, have you spoken to your consultant about the likelihood of a repeat episode of 2020?.. you've got a week yet to ask questions...

You've got yourself in a real state over this, and you must try and calm yourself, .. you've not been alone too long.. you have your son and grandson who you see regularly.. and who love you, so try not to let irrational fears overtake you... 🧡
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It's not a second stent. I have many stents in both legs; I lost count of how many. This has been going on for many years. After my first bout with cancer, I couldn't walk. I knew what it was but was misdiagnosed for SEVEN years. When I was finally properly diagnosed (Peripheral Artery Disease) the damage was incredibly far gone.

Last time, I don't believe they helped medically as I was just coming out of anesthesia & they probably felt they couldn't give me more. One moronic intern said I wasn't in pain, I was reacting to 'normal' blood flow. I'm bringing my own pain killers with me this time.

Yes, sure am working myself up. I've been alone now going on nine years and it feels like eternity. I really appreciate all the support here.

Saw two doctors this past week, the stent cardiologist on Monday, Pain doc on Tuesday. My pain doctor saw I was a wreck, and he hugged me! and then went on to breathe with me. He's so zen, I never had a doctor hug me before! I understand some places offer reiki practitioners. Never saw one where I go, but they should have a meditation person going around, calming the patients. That would be so wonderful.
 
Pepper said:
It's not a second stent. I have many stents in both legs; I lost count of how many. This has been going on for many years. After my first bout with cancer, I couldn't walk. I knew what it was but was misdiagnosed for SEVEN years. When I was finally properly diagnosed (Peripheral Artery Disease) the damage was incredibly far gone.

Last time, I don't believe they helped medically as I was just coming out of anesthesia & they probably felt they couldn't give me more. One moronic intern said I wasn't in pain, I was reacting to 'normal' blood flow. I'm bringing my own pain killers with me this time.

Yes, sure am working myself up. I've been alone now going on nine years and it feels like eternity. I really appreciate all the support here.

Saw two doctors this past week, the stent cardiologist on Monday, Pain doc on Tuesday. My pain doctor saw I was a wreck, and he hugged me! and then went on to breathe with me. He's so zen, I never had a doctor hug me before! I understand some places offer reiki practitioners. Never saw one where I go, but they should have a meditation person going around, calming the patients. That would be so wonderful.
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See I know nothing of stents in legs , I've only heard of heart stents.. I'll have to do some research on this to fully understand.. 🤗
 
StarSong said:
Thank you for an insider's view. I'll take your advice and report back.
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@Right Now, you were so right! I followed what you said and had a great appointment. We caught up with each other, she gave me a great haircut plus some lowlights. $75 plus a $25 tip. Less than half the price of the other salon ($250 plus tip).

It was a very comfortable experience thanks to your advice.
 
StarSong said:
@Right Now, you were so right! I followed what you said and had a great appointment. We caught up with each other, she gave me a great haircut plus some lowlights. $75 plus a $25 tip. Less than half the price of the other salon ($250 plus tip).

It was a very comfortable experience thanks to your advice.
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@StarSong , you make me smile big time! Your hair stylist sounds like a lovely person who tries to please her clients. And you, my friend, are exactly who I thought you might be. Hugs and more hugs....you did good.:love:
 
Another day another few hundred croissants. Another few hundred chocolate chip cookies. More bread, more pastries, more more more of everdamnthang. Is it time to go home yet? 🤣

The sun's going to be out. Our high temp yesterday was 48F with a north wind. Teeny tiny patio is on the south side of the house so at least I was able to sit outside for a while without freezing my como se llama off.

AFAIK, New Lady doesn't work until mid-week. Yay. I'm off tomorrow. Yay.
 
Today, or to be more precise, this evening, we shall be off to The Hub. It's a ballroom come gymnasium that hosts lots of activities. One of our friends, who is probably worth a shekel or two, has booked the place for his wife's 65th birthday.
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He has also booked a very popular, 1940's style, big band: Swing Unlimited.
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There leader, Patrick, in the foreground holding a trumpet, we know very well.
When they are on stage, just looking at them is like stepping back in time.
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Will there be jiving, Is the pope a catholic?
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Our gang of friends might be getting on a bit, but we can still rock our socks off.
Are we dressing up, watch this space, I shall report back tomorrow, once I have recovered.
 
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Georgiagranny said:
Another day another few hundred croissants. Another few hundred chocolate chip cookies. More bread, more pastries, more more more of everdamnthang. Is it time to go home yet? 🤣

The sun's going to be out. Our high temp yesterday was 48F with a north wind. Teeny tiny patio is on the south side of the house so at least I was able to sit outside for a while without freezing my como se llama off.

AFAIK, New Lady doesn't work until mid-week. Yay. I'm off tomorrow. Yay.
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you make me laugh Geegee... you celebrate when you're due a day off... and then when you have one, you're bored and want to go back to work... :LOL::D
 
Alligatorob said:
Today is the 4 month anniversary of my double knee replacement surgery.

At this point much of the pain is gone, or less anyway. I do however still have some swelling and stiffness, and some things, like going downstairs still hurt. But its slowing getting better.

I can now clearly see that my new knees can do things my old ones couldn't. I can bend them a lot more, get full straight extension and more flexion (bending) than in years. I can also ride an exercise bike pretty vigorously with limited pain, I do a lot better in the cycling (spinning) class than before. On Tuesday a couple of people in the class mentioned it to me.

I do leg weight lifting, and can do pretty well, though for a few things like leg press I am still not quite up to pre-surgery weights, but getting close. And it hurts less than pre-surgery.

At this point the biggest challenges have to do with getting my muscles, tendons, and brain used to having totally new joints. Not something I had thought about before hand. I am still a bit unsure of myself when walking on rough ground or snow and ice. And my knees clank a lot, doctor says that's normal and they always will. Only disconcerting, not a real problem.
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The doctor says I will continue to improve out to the one year to 18 month mark. I am at the point of less pain than before surgery, just wishing for none...
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I'm proud of you Rob! I'm glad your pain has lessened. I pray it will continue to do so.
 
Pepper said:
It's not a second stent. I have many stents in both legs; I lost count of how many. This has been going on for many years. After my first bout with cancer, I couldn't walk. I knew what it was but was misdiagnosed for SEVEN years. When I was finally properly diagnosed (Peripheral Artery Disease) the damage was incredibly far gone.

Last time, I don't believe they helped medically as I was just coming out of anesthesia & they probably felt they couldn't give me more. One moronic intern said I wasn't in pain, I was reacting to 'normal' blood flow. I'm bringing my own pain killers with me this time.

Yes, sure am working myself up. I've been alone now going on nine years and it feels like eternity. I really appreciate all the support here.

Saw two doctors this past week, the stent cardiologist on Monday, Pain doc on Tuesday. My pain doctor saw I was a wreck, and he hugged me! and then went on to breathe with me. He's so zen, I never had a doctor hug me before! I understand some places offer reiki practitioners. Never saw one where I go, but they should have a meditation person going around, calming the patients. That would be so wonderful.
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I so wish you weren’t having to go through so much, and having to alone.
My prayers, thoughts and support are here for you as many others here.
Please keep posting, reaching out, we are here for you in every way possible.
I won’t say I know how you feel…..because I don’t.
Use whatever comfort that may help you to keep grounded……please do not shut down…..keep the lines open.
Please take extra care and continue to lean on us.
You are a great person and loved by so many.💐.
 
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