Friday Roll Call

Hello everyone

Yeah it's Friday!!!!  WooHoo!!!

I was able to get into see the doctor.  She actually said she never heard or saw such a reaction to Nuva Ring before.  Leave it to me to be a medical first for her...hahaha!!!  But she said I looked very irritated.  I guess their microscope was down so to be on the safe side she prescribed me a antibacterial....this is different than a antibiotic.  She also wants me to start taking accidophlous daily (I know my spelling is way off).  Especially since I hate yogurt.  So when I went to Trader Joes I got some. 

Well today I am running to Dominicks and Target.  Then Chipotle of course.  I am also going to make dark chocolate brownies for Chris.  Instead of a cake to celebrate him getting the job.  That is my evening after work in a nutshell.

Sharon-  I was thinking about your work situation.  I know you are way more deserving of the pay you are being offered.  But I was thinking...it is a fact that it is easier to find a job when you are employed than when you are unemployed.  So here is my unsolicited advice...take the job.  When you have there about 6-8 months or so start looking again.  You will be surprised at how well received your resume is when you aren't unemployed for a long time.  It's a fact that after more than 6 months of unemployment employers start to see you differently...it's unfair yes...but they do.  You can see this job as a stepping stone to the job you do want.   

Well I got to go...have a great Friday...see ya later.

 

 

Good Morning,

I slept in this morning until 7. That is unusual for me.

No plans for today or this weekend. I do have to pay bills, go to the cleaners and stop at the $ store today. I am sure something will come up.

Have a great day,

Hugs,

Yea Fridays!

I am so glad it is Friday!    When my alarm went off this morning I was so tired and thought why is my alarm going off on a Saturday????   Wishful thinking.

Today is work then home.  I havent had a nap all week and my body is feeling it. 

Last night I had fun getting Buffy high on cat nip.  It was her first time and it was a blast.  She was too funny!

No iron infusions this weekend, I am done!

Crystal, I am so glad you got in to see the doctor yesterday. 

Lisa, have a great 3 day weekend.  I would love to have those again.

Sharon, good luck with the job decisions. 

Randy, Connie and Kim  I hope all of you are feeling better each day. 

Dawn, what exciting plans do you have for the weekend?

Everyone have a great day!  Later gators. 

Good afternoon Crystal and the rest of Illinois.

I am really sorry to hear of that reaction to the ring.  Sounds kind of scary.  I hope the new medication will work for you. 

Sharon--that is a tough decision.  The bank I used to work at offered me a job a few months back at 1/2 my present salary.  Although I would LOVE to get back there, my husband said we could not really afford that type of cut.  I told them we could go 2/3, but nothing has opened up yet.

I have been feeling kind of down.  Not really sure why, I guess it is the grieving stage after so many years.  Even though I was miserable a lot of those years, it is still a separation.  The first couple weeks I was happy and productive.  Now, I don't really feel like doing much, but when I do nothing but look at TV or a book, I feel like I am not "doing enough".  Todd doesn't help.  Yesterday, I spent a good amount of time cleaning out the fridge, and when he got home he stated that it "doesn't look to ME like you cleaned anything" and pointed out that I did not do the door.  Not only did I do the fridge, I did the groceries, the dishes, picked up salt for the softener and cooked a splendid pot roast dinner.   When I asked him how dinner was, he said, "fine" then went back to his paper.

 I am trying hard not to self-medicate with alcohol, but some days it just seems an easier option.  On most days, I go for a walk to help clear keep my head clear.  I guess it is time for me to find a counselor too.  Being un-insured at this moment means I will be putting it off for a short time.  Thanks for letting me get that out.  It helps.

Anyway.......Tomorrow I am taking Todd and one of his friends to the "Screw City Beer Festival" as a designated driver.  I get all the water I can drink and maybe a sandwich.  After that, we will see if we go to his sister's birthday party.  If we do, it will be the first time I will face his family.   Not sure how I feel about that.  Maybe we can go later, when the in-laws should be gone.

So.....that's my pity-party.

Everyone have a fantastic day!

Hi Chickies and Rooster Randy,

I just got home from my volunteer thing and now I am about to go get ready for another interview. We will see.

Dawn, I know what you mean about the separation feeling and reality sinking in......my therapist told me I was suffering from post traumatic stress. I was sad I wasnt working, but when I worked, I was so abused that I could not process the whole situation and was mad at myself for tolerating such abuse for so long. Meds have helped. Dawn, you are a lovely, sweet lady with so many talents. Who cares if your husband doesnt think you cleaned the fridge door. If that is all he can say, than maybe he needs the therapy NOT YOU. You are awesome and I wish he could see that. Sometimes we dont know what we have until its gone. Hang in there my dear one.

I am off to take a shower and get gorgeous for this interview. It is too hot to wear a suit jacket, so I am going to wear a light top and a skirt instead.

Hey, BTW, I was at Macy's in Bolingbrook today. Their summer stuff is 65-75% off. Purses too.

Hugs and love,

Sharon

 

Hi folks,

Kind of a blah day. Just had to push myself to go out and pay property taxes and a quick trip for yogurt and milk. I felt kind of weepy over stupid things, like spilling my water. I am so ready to feel normal again. I had hoped to walk in the Pride walk Sept 22 but I don't have enough energy to even start walking.

I am grateful to have lost 17 lbs since the surgery. For now I'm not even interested in food and that can stay around! 

I know many of you have lots of stuff going on in your lives. I do think about you all everyday and wish the best for you!

Connie

 

Hi Connie,

It sounds like you have the post op blues. This is a real condition that most get after having the surgery and finally seeing it in the rear view mirror.  I think as we age it probably is more obvious to us because we are more in tune to our feelings. It comes from:

~ the shock of learning you need major surgery and getting acclimatized to it
~ the anxiety in the lead up to pre-op and then the surgery itself
~ physical shock of the 'assault' of surgery (think of what it's like to be mugged!!)
~ intense attention in hospital, people all around you, able to call on anyone at a moment's notice, strong support structure
~ the pain, swelling and everything else that comes with it
~ loss of privacy and independence
~ medications which actually cause a lot of chemical, emotional and physiological changes in your body
~ on discharge from hospital, loss of the supportive infrastructure upon which you had subtly become dependent
~ the loss of your normal way of life, inability to fend for yourself, shop, clean, prepare meals, etc., etc.
~ loss of confidence in normal daily activities like walking around your own home, even going to the bathroom or taking a shower
~ feeling confined, even trapped because you can't go out or even get around the house as freely as you used to
~ loss of interaction with your usual sphere of society
~ anxiety about how long all this will last

So if you find yourself suddenly bursting into tears for no real reason, feeling frustrated by the inactivity, having 'cabin-fever' or feeling like the sword of Damocles is hanging over your head - it's just part of the process and like everything else, it will pass. You have my word on it!

 

I copied this from a hand-out I used to have to give to the patients.

Feel better dear one.

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Sharon

 

Just a quick note to say hi. Super busy with very long days. 56 hours in 4 days is crazy? All I think about is the paycheck though😃💵💰.
Hang in there my friends. You are all beautiful people inside and out. These tough times will make us all stronger.
Connie, where is the pride parade? I was very disappointed that they cancelled the parade in Madison this year. Or was it in Milwaukee? Anyway, don't get down case you can't walk it.....just show your unconditional support and that will good!

Laters for now....
Kim

Hi Kim,

Glad you are back home safe with family. Enjoy the weekend.

Hugs,

Sharon