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Post by jeffn on Aug 25, 2014 20:06:46 GMT -5
What is the latest Christel? How are you making out?
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Post by nhnancy on Aug 26, 2014 17:22:15 GMT -5
Hiya, Christel, we need an update, how is your leg? Hey I see you added a pic...very nice to "see". you! :-).
Nancy...
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Post by christel on Aug 27, 2014 10:29:06 GMT -5
Well, just got back from wound clinic recheck. He seems satisfied with how wound and debrided area looks. There is an area of infected tissue on the one side, BUT we aren't going to dig around there at this time since it covers the calcified blood vessel that caused a horror scene around here that morning when it sprung a leak and in the OR when the surgery was being done. I am on a new ointment to draw fluid out of the wound and (I think) expedite the growth of new tissue. The ointment is supposed to be shipped to my house after they let me know the price... Biopsy report back (finally) and it showed nothing too spectacular--including no cancer, which I didn't even think about being an issue to be looking for... So, all in all! I guess I am progressing very slowly in the right direction.
I hope to squeak In some summer-type activities while the weather is still decent. I believe I will have some fresh cut-up fruit, including a couple of luscious chocolate-covered strawberries this afternoon!!! Ahem!! Yum, what a special treat I got from some very thoughtful friends yesterday!! I am very fortunate to have these type of folks to help me along this very frustrating journey I have been on.
More later. Enjoy these last official days of summer.
C.
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Post by nhnancy on Aug 27, 2014 15:47:29 GMT -5
Well, it sound as if things are moving along in the right direction now! I know eating fresh fruits will help, did you know that pineapple has anti-in inflammatory properties,
and strawberries are antioxidant, the chocolate is great for your mood. :-). The red grapes are a great source of reservatol, same as wine! enjoy the sunshine kiddo!
Nancy...
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Post by jeffn on Aug 27, 2014 18:49:54 GMT -5
Hey that is a good report Christel. More good news than previously. Try to get some quality time out on the deck and you try to get some enjoyment out of the waning days of summer.
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Post by christel on Aug 27, 2014 18:59:00 GMT -5
Oh my! I just finished dinner that a friend brought over--delicious, but not exactly healthy...! Will be finishing off that very healthy, yet delicious fruit gift that I received yesterday from those VERY special people!
I am blessed!
C.
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Post by christel on Aug 28, 2014 19:41:23 GMT -5
Hi,
Well, I got a very good night's sleep last night! The problem with that is that I did a little too much today, and tonight I am very sore and my leg/ankle is very swollen.. I am actually going to bed very soon with my book, and I doubt I will last very long before the lamp gets turned off! On that note, I wish you all a good night and a good tomorrow!!
Christel
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Post by jeffn on Aug 28, 2014 19:57:48 GMT -5
If you are doing more than you should you must be feeling better! Good
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Post by nhnancy on Aug 28, 2014 20:54:34 GMT -5
Sleep improving, another good sign! my hubby always says, that the body heals better when we sleep! glad to hear more good news!
:-)
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Post by christel on Aug 29, 2014 10:32:28 GMT -5
Sleep is good. I went to bed last night, and as I thought, I didn't last long before the lamp went out. However, sleep was once again a struggle..  . Even with the full complement of meds, the pain was breaking through and I tossed and turned. (OK, maybe not tossed and turned, but the equivalent for me!) When I got up this morning, Mark had already been gone and back to get an oil change for his truck. I am sitting here on the couch, making my to-do lists for the day and weekend. Weather is supposed to be nice. I really must take advantage of that and rest, so I don't screw up again for sleep tonight. I did not do THAT much strenuous stuff yesterday. Whatever! It seems like it is always something or other. We also got some sad news from our sons that a long-time friend of the family took his own life last night. The dad went to school with my husband many years ago, and their two children are the same ages as our two sons, so had been in school together from kindergarten through graduation. This young man was 22. So many unanswerable questions.. So awful for the remaining family/friends. I spoke to the mom just a couple of weeks ago. Wow, what a way to put things into perspective yet again.... Please keep the family of Zach T. in your prayers. Well, time for my spa treatment and a dressing change. It really does feel good to get showered up, especially with my new chair! I talked to my friend who got me the chair yesterday and used the 'spa' word, and she cracked up! Such simple things can bring me such joy and comfort! (I also stopped yesterday and got some new shower get and lotion to finish the job good and proper!) Thanks again for listening, my dear friends! Enjoy the weekend, wherever it finds you! Love, Christel |
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Post by jeffn on Aug 29, 2014 12:47:00 GMT -5
Enjoy that spa treatment. Yeah I know not really a spa treatment but I know I like my showers so after not being able shower because of an injury I know it would really feel nice.
Terrible news about your son's friend. That must be incredibly hard for the family and friends.
Happy Labor day weekend to all, we knocked off early from work today and I am off to cut my lawn and trim so I have more time tomorrow. Windy for boating today supposed to be better tomorrow. Get out there and enjoy.
Christel keep up the good work healing.
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Post by nhnancy on Aug 29, 2014 14:57:40 GMT -5
Christel, yes...its a spa, whatever makes it work! I am sorry about the sad news, a terrible thing,suicide....so young to feel so hopeless..:-(
its the official last weekend to summer and then, we will have the lovely fall colors to see, the apples to pick, and oh the fall foods..its a lovely time, we are lucky to have such changes! I am sure Jeff will be relieved of so many vacationers on the island, soon!
Sound great...hopefully we get some great weather, hubby on vaca next week!
Best wishes to all!
Labor Day, a day not to labor! :-)
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Post by jeffn on Aug 29, 2014 15:52:02 GMT -5
Good week to have off. The weather report next week for us New England SDers is very summer like. Catch some fish off your dock Nancy.
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Post by grammie on Aug 30, 2014 19:46:02 GMT -5
Glad you are feeling a bit more perky. That is good news!
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Post by nhnancy on Sept 2, 2014 21:25:49 GMT -5
The weather is downright hot, and yucky humid! we have been swimming a lot! thanks Jeff...
I want to hear about Christel, how are you coming. along? How has your weather been? Do tell! :-)
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. Even with the full complement of meds, the pain was breaking through and I tossed and turned. (OK, maybe not tossed and turned, but the equivalent for me!) When I got up this morning, Mark had already been gone and back to get an oil change for his truck. I am sitting here on the couch, making my to-do lists for the day and weekend. Weather is supposed to be nice. I really must take advantage of that and rest, so I don't screw up again for sleep tonight. I did not do THAT much strenuous stuff yesterday. Whatever!