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This beautiful Sunday has gifted us with a huge blizzard and howling winds....
Looking a bit bleak out there......not going for a walk in the near future!
Hello Sandy-----no I am not sleeping too busy reading LOW....
Winning,,,,,,
 
Where is everyone
Hopefully not snowed in like we are
The blizzard lasted 24 hours and more expected tomorrow though not so much
Everywhere closed today
The city is doing a great job of clearing major roads with 38 snowploughs
I will not be venturing out as yet
Winning,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
 
Hello all. Went to my doc yesterday, probably have a small upper GI bleed, something I know many of you can relate to. Hoping a tweek in medications can clear it up. Told there is a chance may have to be on oxygen rest of life, I hope not. See doc again in a couple days.
Not a happy camper today.
Allie is sending warm thoughts your way, Carol, saying she is chasing Alfie in her dreams.
 
Trysha said:
Where is everyone
Hopefully not snowed in like we are
The blizzard lasted 24 hours and more expected tomorrow though not so much
Everywhere closed today
The city is doing a great job of clearing major roads with 38 snowploughs
I will not be venturing out as yet
Winning,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Trysha , send some of the snow out to Utah why don't you. I have used my snowblower once this winter. We need snow!
 
Come and get it Doug-plenty for everyone
Snow piled up to mountainous levels in parking lots
Major effort to climb up the snow pile to get on the bus.
Drivers were tremendously helpful though
Sun is shining brightly but the snow won't melt any time soon
Have to go out again for a docs appointment
Winning--------
 
Trysha said:
Come and get it Doug-plenty for everyone
Snow piled up to mountainous levels in parking lots
Major effort to climb up the snow pile to get on the bus.
Drivers were tremendously helpful though
Sun is shining brightly but the snow won't melt any time soon
Have to go out again for a docs appointment
Winning--------
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Keep safe Trysha.:ghug:
 
Robert747 said:
Why is it so quiet on here - does anyone play a loud musical instrument to wake everyone up?
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I could play the maracas or whistle a "Happy tune":):):)

You're a fine one to talk though.You're here so infrequently anyone would think you had to pay....:rof::rof::rof:
 
I would like to experience really deep snow - maybe on a week off with nothing to do. Weather can get quite bland here - it is a chance to get the proper winter clothes out.
 
We've had less than 7 inches total all winter. For where I live that's usually an afternoon snowfall. Can't say that I miss it this year!
 
I'm back because I've had a nap and I'm not so cranky and ready to win.
:pillowfight::pillowfight::pillowfight:

(And its nice to see those of you that have posted posting.)
 
Shanen said:
Hi Sandy! Hope you are feeling better.
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I'm feeling much better emotionally, some physically. Hoping my tummy settles down enough to eat a free steak dinner we are going to with some friends tonight. Who can argue with a free steak dinner at a nice restaurant? :)
 
Best to make fun in the snow as long as work does not impede it
Plenty of snow fun and skiing not far from where I live Robert
Of course you could go to Quebec lots of skiing there but you need to brush up on your French
Unless you are already fluent.they have interesting liquid refreshments.............
I had enough sliding in the snow today and having four sheets of tests to be done....just what the doctor ordered!! He is a great GP though and we get along well
Winning
 
Well Doug
That is a respectable ground cover,,,,,,
How is it you are up so late? My excuse can't sleep.......
Oops forgot your time zone...I think it is 5 hours behind ours in Ontario,S.Eastern Canada
Winning...........
 
Robert747 said:
I would like to experience really deep snow - maybe on a week off with nothing to do. Weather can get quite bland here - it is a chance to get the proper winter clothes out.
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Well,have I got a holiday destination for you! A one week 'experience the snow extravaganza' in the white and buried state of Maine.Cigars and whiskey will be provided...as well as shovels and snowblowers. Cigars and whiskey after the clearing o' the snow,of course.Walking in a Winter wonderland...
 
WELL !!! you didn't offer ME cigars and whisky when I offered to help you stack wood.
Hmpph !!! I wish it was this time tomorrow,then I'd be back from the MRI scan.....not looking forward to it at all.I've got to be there at 8-30am so will have to put the alarm on so I can have a cuppa at 4am. Oh deep joy !!!
 
Carol, just keep your eyes closed and it will be done, then have a cuppa and you will be more relaxed again - that's what I did and I am extremely claustrophobic. For all of you that are snowed in or under - sorry, no snow here this year and actually it has been very mild this winter hardly any rain (touch all sorts of wood). I'm sure we will pay this spring when it rains every day or when the bugs get crazy because it wasn't wet enough or cold enough to get rid of the little buggers. I may have to cut my grass pretty quick here my neighbours up top cut theirs last weekend - wanted to go run him over with his own lawn mower but thought that was a little drastic.
Suppose I should go back to work. Winning
 
You will be fine with the MRI Carol. Bring a cd of favorite music for them to play for you. Remember to breathe normally and relax. Staying still to get good images is important.
Whiskey and cigars for you as well! I'll bring them to you after the MRI. Maybe a wee dram will help with the nerves...if you don't mind breaking the 5 year streak. Or I could brew you a strong cuppa instead. :)
 
dave13 said:
You will be fine with the MRI Carol. Bring a cd of favorite music for them to play for you. Remember to breathe normally and relax. Staying still to get good images is important.
Whiskey and cigars for you as well! I'll bring them to you after the MRI. Maybe a wee dram will help with the nerves...if you don't mind breaking the 5 year streak. Or I could brew you a strong cuppa instead. :)
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A wee dram will do nicely ta very much....... winning

Back tomorrow, so don't do anything I wouldn't do, in the mean time.
(there was a time that would have given you lots of options :lol2::drink:)
 
scottsma said:
A wee dram will do nicely ta very much....... winning

Back tomorrow, so don't do anything I wouldn't do, in the mean time.
(there was a time that would have given you lots of options :lol2::drink:)
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You'll do fine with the MRI. A bit noisy but both ends are open so I didn't feel like panicking as I normally do in closed spaces. :ghug:
 
Nice to read you all again. I like that phrase, Grumpy! I should be getting something done, but that takes too much work, so I'm here, about to take ... another........ nap ..........Zzzzzz
 
Hi all, I've had a specialist day today. First apt was gyno at 9:00 am. Then I had a preassessment at hospital. I'm having hysterectomy on feb 18. Hopefully able to retain at least one ovary as I can't do HRT. Gastro was in avo. Taking wait and see on hypos and abdo pain till I get thru this operation. Anyway we have a long weekend so I hope to have a nice day out tomorrow before jab nite.
 
That's a sobering post Kirsty
Hope everything goes well for you
Carol hope the MRI was smooth and speedy for you
Winning,,,,,,',
 
Thanks Trysha, sometimes it is what it is, I'm not sure how to express it. All I know is it will be long and complicated and I will be asleep for a long time. But it's better to get it done now than wait ten years. When I saw her 12 years ago I was too young for the operation so had an IUD instead. But now even that isn't a good idea for me. But I'm glad you'll all be around when I come too for a bit quick repartee :)
 
Your right,Kirsty. It is what it is and we deal with it.I know since having 'met' all of you I feel I have friends with me when I have to deal with major health and life issues.I don't feel so alone as I do what needs to be done.H,m,m,...how did this turn to all about me so soon?

...maybe Sandy can lend me some oxygen to clear my head...something tells me Kirsty,between now and the 18th you will receive some 'helpful' advice from the folks on LOW.Why did I just think of Robert? All well meaning and practical advice,of course.

I hope your MRI goes well today,Carol.It's 11:30 am your time as I write this so hopefully you are done with it by now.

I've been dealing with life myself and haven't been around,but you are all in my thoughts.Yes...they are good thoughts.Maybe a bit mischievous at times,but good.

Good health to all and a Win for me!
 
Ah Kirsty sweetheart,what is it about you and ops ? I'm sending you great big gentle hugs and you know we are all here for you.I hope you feel the benefit of your "Hysterical"ectomy.I know I did. But you know abdo.ops need a longish recovery time,so do as you're told and get used to the boredom. XX
 
Hi Carol do you need some paracetamol after MRI. All the knocking noise gives me a headache.

Thanks Dave, Carol and Trysha for your kind thoughts and comments.

My gastro thinks it's a good time to have this op with my crohns under control. Although he did remind me I'm immunosuppressed and that I'd be naive if I thought I'd get through this smoothly.

But I know I got more chance now of getting thru it than doing it ten years from now. So rock on and bring it on, at least it will mean no more endometriosis, pain etc. I will also be able to reduce my pill count by one, and I'll be more likely to lose weight as the provera makes me put it on.
 
Aura said:
Hi all, I've had a specialist day today. First apt was gyno at 9:00 am. Then I had a preassessment at hospital. I'm having hysterectomy on feb 18. Hopefully able to retain at least one ovary as I can't do HRT. Gastro was in avo. Taking wait and see on hypos and abdo pain till I get thru this operation. Anyway we have a long weekend so I hope to have a nice day out tomorrow before jab nite.
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Sounds like you've had quite a day. Hope all goes well for you and I'll be thinking of you and sending positive thoughts your way. :ghug:
 
scottsma said:
Well,the MRI was a real blast,but it's over............

Not in a hurry to have another.
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I'm glad it's over for you Carol. I've had worse tests but the MRI always makes me really tired the rest of the day. I think it's the length of the MRI, the contrast! and of course the noise. :ghug:
 
dave13 said:
I know since having 'met' all of you I feel I have friends with me when I have to deal with major health and life issues.I don't feel so alone as I do what needs to be done.H,m,m,...how did this turn to all about me so soon?

I've been dealing with life myself and haven't been around,but you are all in my thoughts.Yes...they are good thoughts.Maybe a bit mischievous at times,but good.

Good health to all and a Win for me!
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I've "met" some really nice friends on LOW. I'm sorry life is challenging for you recently Dave. I have missed the comments that make me laugh and forget how crappy :)ylol:) life can be sometimes. Hope things go better for you soon. For now, I'll take your win!
 
Shanen said:
I'm glad it's over for you Carol. I've had worse tests but the MRI always makes me really tired the rest of the day. I think it's the length of the MRI, the contrast! and of course the noise. :ghug:
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I had to be there by 8-30am,so was drinking tea at 4am.I'm really tired now (6-30pm).The "drink" was easier to get down than the one I had for the colonoscopy,trouble is it didn't take long to "EXIT" but I won't go into that:eek2: Going to get my PJs on and watch TV before an early night.

Keep well my friends, and be as happy as you can be,'cos boy,aint life a bitch sometimes ? :yfaint:
 
Aura said:
Thanks Trysha, sometimes it is what it is, I'm not sure how to express it. All I know is it will be long and complicated and I will be asleep for a long time. But it's better to get it done now than wait ten years. When I saw her 12 years ago I was too young for the operation so had an IUD instead. But now even that isn't a good idea for me. But I'm glad you'll all be around when I come too for a bit quick repartee :)
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Hey Humira buddy. Sorry to hear you are going through all this, but it probably is better to get it done now. Especially with the Crohns under control. I hope things go well for you.
 
Thanks Doug, yes I think that while crohns is good we do what we can eh? I have my jab tonight and next one is two days after op. Gastro said it will be ok to jab then.
 
Kirsty, I had a hysterectomy when I was 29 and also couldn't take HRT so have been without for all the years in between - my daughter was 26 I believe when she had hers, my mom 33. Happens early in our family. Just remember to use a pillow to hug when you laugh after the surgery - it helps for the first couple of weeks. I don't know about the immunosuppressant stuff because I wasn't diagnosed until way later - but I will be thinking very positive thoughts for you - and adding you to my prayers.

I get to restart my humira this weekend so yay.
 
Kirst - I too had a hysterectomy without ever being able to take hormone replacement therapy, and will tell you the surgery was one of the best things I did in my life. Just wish I had done it sooner, it would have taken away years of pain. Also, not long before my surgery I had also been on immunosuppressants (for years -- and was on immunosuppressants when I had my gallbladder out.) The day after the surgery is the rough one, (the day of you're to doped up to know) but if you learn to take/ask for the pain meds before it is too out of control, you will be fine. I've gotten pretty good at judging the right balance thru all my surgeries thru the years if I say so myself.
Dave, I would be glad to loan you my oxygen if it helps keeps you around, entertaining us more. (But it hasn't helped me think any more clearly. RATS!)
Carol, I'm glad you got your test done. As long as I get ear plugs or headphones to listen to music to, I don't mind MRIs at all. I've even fallen asleep in one. :) (I know, I'm not normal.)
Got back from the doctor again myself today. Although my blood count did fall some in just a couple days (but still in normal range) he thinks he caught the bleeding in time because I haven't had more signs of it when I increased my omeprazole from 40 to 80 mg and cut out the baby aspirin. Yay, no endoscopy (hopefully) for me!
Told I still needed to be on oxygen, and may, (or may not), need to be on it the rest of my life. I say that because it has improved some, I am on the won't need to side.
For my novel, I win. :) :) :)
 
Hey Sandy great to hear about your experiences. I get the balancing with the pain meds I'll make sure i keep it managed. :) good news re catching the bleeding etc :)
 
So sorry you have to go through all that Kirsty but you are a tough cookie and will do well
Will be thinking of you
Carol really glad you got through all that like
a real trooper---I can't stand drinking that stuff such a huge amount and the noise!
Dave be well immediately !! Some of us have to be ready to hold the fort
I am surprised that Robert has not taken you up on your offer......I would come myself but I think we have more snow than you right now and more expected
Hope it eases off by next Tuesday...my BIG day at the dental specialist re implants
Ah,well.....
Winning,,,,,',
 
No snow happening yet, but freezing drizzle in the immediate forecast. Can't wait. NOT!!
 
Hi Everyone
Feel better soon Sandy
Know how you feel Shanen
We are expecting an Alberta Clipper for the weekend which means another three feet
Of partly cloudy!
Winning,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
 
Hi Grumpy
I love Alberta so many picturesque places to visit especially The Rockies
Its just that they will send this bad weather to Ontario at intervals----
Good that you get the rain when needed,,,,,,,,does it rain pineapples too?
Be well have a good weekend
Winning
Trysha
 
Sweet is the face of morning...when flowers their dewdrops weep.....
Good that you were out in the garden Kirsty so refreshing and tranquil
Winning,,,,,,,,,,
 
Wow, it got into the mid sixties today!
I have fond memories of a couple road trips as a kid into Canada, but think the only province we missed was Alberta. :( My favorite part was Vancouver Island in B.C., I believe, although I wouldn't mind pushing Robert over falls in a barrel at Niagara. :biggrin:
 
Mid sixties - well I never thought you were that old Sandy. I really should be kinder to my elders in future. Do you and Carol both knit - just a thought.
 
Sorry Guys,don't knit, don't sew, and cook only out of necessity.My home is very clean and tidy but only because I can't relax otherwise.I'd much rather be out in the sticks with a pic-nic,preferably store bought,or reading a good book........... Oh,and WINNING of course.
 
Robert747 said:
Mid sixties - well I never thought you were that old Sandy. I really should be kinder to my elders in future. Do you and Carol both knit - just a thought.
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We all know that pic of you is from the 1960s.:shifty:

And were you hinting for a sweater for xmas ? If so, I'll make a start now,as long as you don't mind lots of ventilation holes....:ylol2:
 
Gerontology studies are saying that 80 is the new 70 so by the time everyone gets there
we will all be newborns and ready for recycling........
Winning...........
 
Robert747 said:
Mid sixties - well I never thought you were that old Sandy. I really should be kinder to my elders in future. Do you and Carol both knit - just a thought.
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I happen to know you're older than me (... slightly). :)

And I used to knit, when I was younger and had more energy. :rof:
 
Hi ya'll! Wow,catching up on these posts is amazing.Thanks for thinking about me while I've been away!!! It's been a short time away but feels so much longer.

What's been up with me? The short version...I had an Uncle and two close friends die,three blockages/obstructions and had my truck and plow totaled in an accident in the last two months.The truck was last Friday.

My Uncle was 93 and lived a good long life.My dad was not there for me and this Uncle took me fishing,hunting and started my life long love with the outdoors when I was young.I'm 51 now and owe him a lot.He tried to be the dad mine was not capable of being.I thank him very much for that.

One of my friends succumbed to her long and brave fight with cancer.She kicked ass every day and the world is a sadder place without her.I sincerely hope there is a better place for people like her once this mortal life has ended.

My other friend died alone at his house.He was found in his bed,unable to give himself his insulin.Very sad.He was an awesome man who could bring a smile to my face quite easily.He would of fit in here on LOW rather nicely.

The most recent blockage was during a bad snowstorm and my wife was unable to bring me to the hospital.It was way to similar to the one that put me in the OR for emergency surgery.I admit,I was scared.I've kept my GI updated.My dog,Dobby,stayed by my side during each obstruction/blockage.My wife,Joanne,went and slept in another room so she wouldn't have to listen to me moan from the pain I was in!That wonderful feeling of something trying to slowly claw its way out of your guts for hours on end and the pain increasing when you think it can't possibly get any worse.Good times. Bruce went with her.Wow.

My 'guts' are still a bit tender,but under control.I have no truck or plow to deal with all this snow.I do have a snowblower and purchased a bunch of shear pins.It does not make my back feel better,but,what are you gonna do?

I haven't even touched on my wife's health issues.Fybromyalgia,lymes disease,LVH(left ventricular hypertrophy) and a few others.

I can't forget those never ending medical bills that come out of pocket.

Now I'm well into the TMI area I will let you go.Thinking of all of you...even Robert.

...and by the way,Win,Win,Win!!!
 
That you do Dave :)
But not for long as I can't sleep so I'll grab the win.
Great to hear from you. You've been going through a lot. It reminded me of a quote from Winston Churchill - "when you're going through hell, keep going" we need to keep moving forward even if it's slow.
Take care of yourself
 
Oh Dave I feel so sad for you going through all that yet coming through it all like a trooper
Of course there is a better world waiting for us
Sometimes hard to see beyond the doom and gloom in our sometimes disordered lives
We have the beauty of winter with the snow reshaping repainting landscapes so
artfully skillfully
Hope your insurance gives you another truck soon
We will need it for transport to the next Christmas party ----can't wait!
Meantime the blizzard is raging out there.....sometimes I think someone other than God is reorganizing our weather.
Winning.......
 
You have to love Churchill (or at least the quotes he has left us) ...
and ...
You do liven things up a bit at times, Ducky :hug:
Remember, all, "that which does not kill us makes us stronger." I think that proves why there are some strong people around this thread. Even you, Robert (and I wasn't referring to your odor)

Winning now and always
 
Winning......then going for a run out either up the coast or inland.There might be some early lambs frolicking about.It's a beautiful sunny day,shame to waste it eh ?
 
There you are Kirst, I was starting to get worried. Between my sleeping.

I agree with Carol, it is a bright sunny day, I think I'll take a stroll out in this beautiful (albeit mad) world.
 
Another sunny day so must make the effort to go out....have done the laundry and cleaned the oven to fill some time while hubby went for a cycle.I hate a dogless life,it's so boring and there's no joy.........winning
 
Perhaps one day you will hear of a little dog needing a good home Carol
There are so, many sad cases
At last it has stopped snowing the main roads are clear
Now for the drive to the dental surgeon to evaluate for more implants and to check on the
Ones he previously placed
It is a long process 6 months before the next step
However.......
Winning
 
My sleeping "cycles" are still all messed up so I was doing laundry in the middle of the night. :biggrin: And because I've messed up Allie's sleep schedule, the other night when I was trying to sleep she needed a revolving door (and I wanted to shoot her, but I kept thinking of you Carol), wanted out to do her business, then back and forth trying to get Doug and me together (I couldn't sleep flat on the bed as my chest was hurting), then needed out again, tried to gather her "pack" again ... I wanted to give her to you, Carol. She never has accidents, just sheds a lot for a short haired dog, but you're good at cleaning ... loves to be with people, will guard you from great Danes (but cowers from cats), etc etc...
 
Dental visit went well
Implants placed last December have integrated really well
Specialist recommends waiting till May for teeth placement
In March he will do the lower implants now that the bone is no longer infected
Hooray for that
Sandy sorry to hear you are still suffering hope you show great improvement soon
Winning.................
 
I just "hugged" Doug above and think that deserves a win.

Glad your implants are coming along, Trysha, I remember those days all too well (including the bone infection, unfortunately), but it is so worth it in the end. Just a longggg process. And thanks for the well wishes, and I too hope that my body heals quickly ... (trying to think positive.)
 
Winning :)
Great to have you back Doug.
Robert, great to have you giving advice, as usual :) note, I didn't say good advice ;)
I got my preapproval for op today. So that's good news.
 
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