Odds and Ends of Monday

[kybearfuzz]

First, thanks for all the condolences and well-wishes from everyone. It really means a lot and I do appreciate them all.

I made it home over the weekend and was happy to do so. While I love my family dearly, having spent five days with them in a crowded hospital room was not the most comforting thing in the world. For a person who enjoys his personal space and solo time, it was nerve-wrecking in instances. I would walk out and just go hang out in the often-empty 3rd floor waiting room to recover. I spent most of the remaining weekend sleeping.

Our softball league end-of-the-season party was Sunday and I missed it. Honestly, I'd forgotten about it. A buddy posted on FB that I was awarded the "Best Team Player" award, which didn't mean I was the best player, but I think "Miss Congeniality" award, which I wear with pride. If you can't laugh at yourself screwing up, you've no business on the field in my book. I have no idea when I'll get the trophy, but I'll post a photo when I get it.

Today, I was late to work because I had a doctor's appointment that I'd scheduled weeks ago. It's with a new physician and I like him already. He seems very normal, very at ease and a good listener. Of course, I explained about losing my older brothers to cancer so he scheduled my first colonoscopy. Ummm... yay...? Not sure you'll see photos of that one, but it's necessary evil considering the family history. The twin had one a few weeks ago and the worst thing to come of it was his farting the rest of the day. I can hope to be so lucky.

Happy Monday all...

Comments

[qbear.livejournal.com]

Glad you're home safe. As for the colonoscopy, better safe than sorry. The worst part is the prep (cleaning out your system). The procedure itself is a piece of cake--they give you fabulous drugs and it's like an amusement park ride. And after a short stint in the farting room, you can leave and have a nice lunch!

[kybearfuzz.livejournal.com]

I thought they knocked you out for this thing. Not sure I'm in the mood to be semi-conscious during this procedure.

[paterson-si.livejournal.com]

But the farting part still made me smile.

[kybearfuzz.livejournal.com]

It made me smile too, mainly because I wasn't there to be in the car with him when he was letting those air biscuits fly.

[mrdreamjeans.livejournal.com]

I had my first colonoscopy earlier this year. The prep was annoying, but the procedure wasn't bad.

[kybearfuzz.livejournal.com]

I look forward to getting it over with really. It would be good to know nothing is wrong.

[texwriterbear.livejournal.com]

Big hugs again.
Congrats on your award. That's awesome!!!!!

[kybearfuzz.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I was surprised to get it. I admit that as the catcher I've enjoyed chatting with the opposing team when they bat. I guess I made an impression :)

[texwriterbear.livejournal.com]

It's not just that I'm sure. You show up for games. You cheer, and you do your best. That says a lot.

[mort-83.livejournal.com]

The like you! They really like you! ;-)


Harry just had his first colonscopy--the prep blows (really) and the no solid food sucks, but the procedure is easy. Just have someone drive you there and back.

[kybearfuzz.livejournal.com]

Well, luckily they are having the procedure done near my house, so I might see if I can just take a cab there and back for convenience.