Aches and Pains

After two weeks of various tests, the results have mostly come back negative but also revealed some other problems I already knew about and a new problem that could eventually be a problem. But, after all the tests were done, more symptoms showed up and a diagnosis of a bladder infection was finally reached. The doctor wrote a prescription, I started taking the medication yesterday afternoon and relief has already begun! Amazing! I am already starting to feel better. Next week I get to visit the urologist to discuss what I already know and receive some peace of mind. Bottom line - after spending two weeks being miserable, I finally don't feel like it's time to take me out behind the barn to shoot me!

Cats and Dogs and Cats

Three four legged creatures inhabit this house. Actually, I think they rule this house. Tonight an empty box was left on the dining room table. I heard a noise in the dining room and looked up to see the little black cat (who is not staying) investigating the empty box. I do not like animals walking on tables and counters so I hollered for the cat to get off the table. He looked straight at me, tipped the box on it's side, sat in the box and turned back to stare at me. Next month will mark the 4th anniversary of him coming to live temporarily in this house. Honestly, he is not staying.

Life

Life here has been pretty boring lately. I realized it's been awhile since I've posted so here I am. I've been sick. It's been 4 weeks since my foot surgery and I think I was doing pretty darn good. Then, the pain in the lower back started. It would come and go and when it came - OUCH! Called the doctor and she is running various tests to rule out kidney stones. Today the foot feels good, the back feels pretty good but my stomach is upset. Could it be upset because of all the pain & anti-inflammatory medication I've been taking? That is probably the problem. Getting older does not have it's benefits. I just want to feel better. I don't care how I feel tomorrow, I'm going to work. I hate sitting at home.

I will go see the lovely foot doctor Monday. Part of me is hoping he lets me ditch the ugly boot. Another part of me knows the boot is protecting me from accidents like the three I had the week before surgery. Whatever he says, I will follow his orders. I am looking forward to the day I can put a pair of matching shoes on and have them feel comfortable on both feet.

The Big Reds won their game yesterday. A big pat on the back to the fans that sat through the fowl weather to cheer for the team. I would have liked to go but don't think, in my condition, it would have been wise. Next week we play Lowell - that is going to be the game to see. I hope I'm feeling healthy enough and the weather is better so I can go. I am really hoping I'm healthy enough to see them play at Ford Field!

Lot's of hoping and hopping going on here. Who knows what tomorrow will bring.

I'm trying to make a few changes to the scooter. First, for health & safety, it's kind of gross to be handling the same grips for 8 weeks & I'm not quite sure the proper way to clean them. I-Pod covers fit perfectly (but don't match LOL) over the handlebar grips. They will wash quite easily. The next addition is a small basket on the front. Not too big but big enough for the important things like my flashlight for night time scooting, a can of diet coke, etc. My next step will be something to cover & give extra padding to the knee cushion. Watch here for further updates.

Feet - ugh

My great advice for today. If your feet hurt for a long period of time - see a foot doctor.


If the doctor tells you the pain is in your head find a competent foot doctor! I am under the care of the best foot doctor but have been quite a challenge. Eighteen years of foot pain cannot be fixed overnight.




I had my 4th and hopefully final surgery one week ago. Doctors orders: 8 weeks of absolutely no weight or pressure on the foot. These are some post surgery photos & my lifesaver scooter - which incidentally would be great fun if it were optional.

Swap packages

I received some cool swap packages in the mail recently. Yesterday, I received my shoebox full of goodies from my awesome buddy Breezy. Here's the gifts:




Besides all the nifty loot shown here, she also managed to include a bunch of bubble wrap. I've been driving the boys crazy with the popping. He-he-he. Thanks Breezy.

Test Results

I took a "web" test just now. Total waste of time but it was fun. Here's my results:


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Recipezaar News!!!

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I received a package in the mail this week from my Zaar Alphabet swap partner. Everything in the box began with either the letter F or G. My swap partner has the best sense of humor. She included green packing peanuts, notes on every item - on green paper with green ink, some items were wrapped in green paper and tied with green yarn. There were a bunch of great items in the box but the funniest were earrings-fake or genuine and also the undies Curious George is modeling in the photos below. The label on the undies was "fruity G-string".

Labor Day Bridge Walk 2008

This was my 6th year, hubby's 2nd year and Tom & Steve's 1st year participating in the annual walk across the Mackinac Bridge. The weekend was perfect! Here's our time-table

7:34 got in line to board bus


8:00 arrived in cattle corral

8:14 purchased our tickets

8:22 boarded bus

8:28 arrived at the south end of the Mackinac Bridge

8:54 arrived at the north end - last potty break for the next couple of hours

9:12 took our first step out to join the Bridge Walk



9:45 arrived at the "grate" part of the Big Mac

9:53 passed under the first "support"

10:03 stepped over the "line" from the upper to lower peninsula



10:11 passed under the 2nd "support"



10:46 stepped on the part of the bridge built over land



10:52 crossed the finish line



We even had matching shirts, the bottom line on the back and the little bit on the front says "No Whining, No Stopping, Just Keep On Walking."


One hour 40 minutes - pretty good time - we actually walked slowly (catering to my foot) and enjoyed the beauty of the scenery around us - with our feet firmly planted on the ground.


I hope you enjoyed our pics.