Guest guest Posted June 23, 2004 Report Share Posted June 23, 2004 Hey, Bratty Pooh, Isn't life grand? I am so relieved to be able to just get up out of bed and breathe. I actually went outside and started the sprinkler this morning without even thinking about it. Before they took this fluid off my body, I couldn't even walk that far, much less bend over and turn the faucet on. Sounds funny to get so worked up over something so simple, but when you haven't been able to do anything for months, it is like a miracle. I am taking each day as it comes, trying not to plan ahead, and doing exactly what the docs tell me. I have dropped 46 lbs. in ten weeks, more than half of it water. Boggles the mind, doesn't it? So, the goal is to heal this ulcer so my blood count will go back up to normal, then I'll have the energy to get around enough to keep my circulation going better and keep the fluid off more naturally. Interesting, isn't it, how each system in the body is connected to the others? So, I take my new meds (I am up to 27 pills in the a.m. and 16 in the p.m.), do what they tell me, and I'm doing very well and this is day three out of incarceration. I barely made it through one day without fluid build up after the heart cath. so this is looking good for me. How are you, my friend? Haven't been able to read more than a few posts. I put myself on NO EMAIL before going into the hospital, but I came home to more than 500 emails, anyway! Wow! Tell me what's going on with you. Love you, MM P.S. It was so nice to hear your voice while I was medically incarcerated. I had calls from Normi and others, too. Sure cheered me up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 23, 2004 Report Share Posted June 23, 2004 Brat, my Brat, Start looking for another Rheumy now, while you still have your old one. That way you can get a chance to discuss the change with your retiring doc. I did that and it really helped me make the transition. Good luck. Love you, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2004 Report Share Posted June 27, 2004 Bratty Pooh, OK, here's the recipe for Pasta Primavera with Roast Chicken 1 lb. pasta of your choice, cooked al dente. 2 Cups cubed roasted chicken 1 pint pesto sauce (commercial or homemade) 1 T Mrs. Dash garlic and herb seasoning 1 T minced garlic 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes 6 Cups sliced summer squash 1/2 Cup green olives, minced 1/4 Cup shredded Parmesan Cheese Heat pesto sauce in bottom of large heavy skillet, add seasonings, squash, olives, and 1/4 Cup of the pasta water. Cook over low heat until squash can be pierced with fork, but not mushy. Drain pasta, add to sauce in skillet and mix together. Add cheese and mix again. Serve warm. If you need salt, add it at the table, as I make this so I can eat is on my low sodium diet. Hope you like it. Love, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2004 Report Share Posted June 27, 2004 Awright, awright already!!! I'll take it easier, but not for long. I am so anxious to DO things again. Just can't keep this old woman down for long. Love you, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2004 Report Share Posted July 6, 2004 Brat, Alrighty, then, come on along. We will expect you here bright and early on Sunday morning. Hugs, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2004 Report Share Posted July 6, 2004 Brat, Alrighty, then, come on along. We will expect you here bright and early on Sunday morning. Hugs, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2004 Report Share Posted July 9, 2004 Brat, Whaddaya mean they want to see him next week?!? I wonder if his testicle just dropped into place, rather than out of place? Anyhow, I hope all is well with both boys. Why are they concerned about undescended testicles in a two year old? Randy was twelve when they did his surgery. My little brother had a hernia and hydroseal at birth, and had corrective surgery for that at 5 weeks. He missed one little feeding, but my parents didn't sleep for days worrying over him. Kids are a lot more resilient than we think. I'll write as soon as I get back from our trip. You take it easy, kiddo. Also, last time I went away, I put myself on no email and got hundreds anyway. This time I'll do that AND take myself off notice for all the other stuff moderators get until I get back. 'k? Love you, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2004 Report Share Posted July 9, 2004 Brat, Whaddaya mean they want to see him next week?!? I wonder if his testicle just dropped into place, rather than out of place? Anyhow, I hope all is well with both boys. Why are they concerned about undescended testicles in a two year old? Randy was twelve when they did his surgery. My little brother had a hernia and hydroseal at birth, and had corrective surgery for that at 5 weeks. He missed one little feeding, but my parents didn't sleep for days worrying over him. Kids are a lot more resilient than we think. I'll write as soon as I get back from our trip. You take it easy, kiddo. Also, last time I went away, I put myself on no email and got hundreds anyway. This time I'll do that AND take myself off notice for all the other stuff moderators get until I get back. 'k? Love you, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2004 Report Share Posted July 9, 2004 Brat, Whaddaya mean they want to see him next week?!? I wonder if his testicle just dropped into place, rather than out of place? Anyhow, I hope all is well with both boys. Why are they concerned about undescended testicles in a two year old? Randy was twelve when they did his surgery. My little brother had a hernia and hydroseal at birth, and had corrective surgery for that at 5 weeks. He missed one little feeding, but my parents didn't sleep for days worrying over him. Kids are a lot more resilient than we think. I'll write as soon as I get back from our trip. You take it easy, kiddo. Also, last time I went away, I put myself on no email and got hundreds anyway. This time I'll do that AND take myself off notice for all the other stuff moderators get until I get back. 'k? Love you, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2004 Report Share Posted July 17, 2004 Brat, Well, that was later than my latest email from her on the 10th. Was she doing ok at the time you heard from her? And, how are you doing? Missed you all very much, but sure was good to get away from phones, teenage girls calling every hour, and household chores. I like cooking outdoors where everything can fall in the dirt, and nobody minds. LOL Love, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2004 Report Share Posted July 17, 2004 Brat, Well, that was later than my latest email from her on the 10th. Was she doing ok at the time you heard from her? And, how are you doing? Missed you all very much, but sure was good to get away from phones, teenage girls calling every hour, and household chores. I like cooking outdoors where everything can fall in the dirt, and nobody minds. LOL Love, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2004 Report Share Posted July 17, 2004 Brat, Well, that was later than my latest email from her on the 10th. Was she doing ok at the time you heard from her? And, how are you doing? Missed you all very much, but sure was good to get away from phones, teenage girls calling every hour, and household chores. I like cooking outdoors where everything can fall in the dirt, and nobody minds. LOL Love, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2004 Report Share Posted August 4, 2004 Well, honey, you'll be getting a lot of the same from the west coast. LOL MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 2004 Report Share Posted August 5, 2004 >Leaving behing the tent and food would be a bit of a surprise when you unpacked! But I bet the boys wouldn't forget them the next time (if they lived for a next time, that is!) Sue (the doggy one in PA) ---Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free.Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).Version: 6.0.734 / Virus Database: 488 - Release Date: 8/4/2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 Hey, Brat my brat, I don't see any wings on that kid. Hahahahaha. MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 Hey, Brat my brat, I don't see any wings on that kid. Hahahahaha. MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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