Yesterday I asked on Freecycle if anyone had a walker, because it turns out I need not only the downstairs one I already have from HP, but another for upstairs. I used to have a second one and donated it years ago.
Within minutes I had not just an offer, but a choice! With wheels or rubber feet. And the Freecycler said he'd deliver it today because they were going to be in the area on their way somewhere. So here it is
When I thanked him he said, nah, it's what I do!
And I made a couple of just-in-time discoveries. One is that the cortisone shot would put a three month delay on surgery, one that the bone density shot would put a six month delay. Good thing I hadn't had either yet. One scheduled next week, one the week after.
I see the surgeon Monday, to get surgery scheduling started, and have him confirm whether I have to bag one shot, postpone the other. The bone density doctor's nurse tells me the shot can usually be postponed safely, wants me to talk again after I see the surgeon.
It's all go. My new normal. I feel like a traffic cop directing all these medical and surgical threads.
Meanwhile Kareem brought the Misfits box, and took away the returns
Small order this week. The "mystery color" chard turns out to be plain green this time. Tofu for crunchy sticks, because I liked that a lot, with a dipping sauce. Apples for midmornings, berries with the yogurt already in the fridge for desserts, sardines because it's been ages.
Today I was a bit tired, after the doings of a couple of days, but anyway I changed the bed, did two loads of laundry, put everything away compulsively, did my PT work like a model patient, even cleaned and changed the filters on my hearing aids (!) and got into a Hamish Macbeth.
Tonight I'm making a chickpea tuna salad. I might make flatbread since I'm all out of bread. I always need some form of bread around.
Happy day everyone, when in doubt I overdo. But you don't have to.
Freecycling is a great help to so many people. Glad someone was able to help you, Boud.
ReplyDeleteIt was quite a surprise such a fast and friendly response.
DeleteFreecycle for the win once again! That's wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI wish you luck in navigating all the intricate parts of medical care. So much of it you have to figure out for yourself so it's good that you're well versed in doing research.
There's a lot taken for granted by healthcare people. I had given them the medication list, but nobody had asked about the shot schedule.
DeleteI know how much work and research it takes to get all the ducks in a row for medical stuff. Well done!
ReplyDeleteAnd this is with good doctors, too
DeleteYes, there are some very nice people in our world. When I needed a medical bed for Mr. M. the Humane Society thrift store gave me on and set it up for me. They said it was free but I donated for the dogs. Good luck on your surgery.
ReplyDeleteWow! That was fast on the walker--and delivered, too!! So nice!
ReplyDeleteThings seem to be falling into place.
You did a lot. Time to relax and read Hamish. :)