Misc musings...

Little things can make such a big difference lately. Today, I was given a few empty syringes from our local CVS that are much easier to use than those I'd previously been using, which meant the pulverized green beans and cream of broccoli soup went down more easily. And I was able to place some wax over the most irritating of the wires, so my lips were less of a mess at the end of lunch.

Watching Rocky trying to beg for whatever delicacy I'm attempting to eat via syringe is pretty entertaining.

I'm discovering that there are almost no over-the-counter adult versions of any medication or vitamin. So I'm taking the kiddie version. Today was a blue gel bubble gum flavored version of Advil. Disgusting? You betcha! And I have the added bonus that my teeth are now covered in blue goo.

Visited my office yesterday. I work with such talented and nice people! It was great to see everyone. Plus, it was a special day for me. I blew my hair dry and got out of my sweats. AND stayed awake all day (a rare event...I think all of the pain and medications and not eating enough make me very sleepy).

Today I saw a neurosurgeon for the vertebral fracture. He's encouraged but cautious and wants to schedule an MRI. I have become a full-time doctor and lab test visitor.

Dealing with the insurance company, which is offering to pay almost nothing, is enraging. Thank goodness I have the help from wonderful HR folks in our head office. I don't know the right answer to our insurance system, but I can write in spades right now about what's wrong.

--K--