A post in which I go back to the doctor

And nothing happens. After all that trepidation, he did an exam, talked a bit, took a urine sample, and then scheduled a follow up to draw more blood in three weeks. So it will be another month before I know anything. If the PSA level is still up, he’ll want to do a biopsy. So I have another month to exercise my Southern Power of Denial.

James called today. He and Jeff are back from vacation and wanted to get together. Of course I said yes.

It ended up that we met at Russ’s shop and we all got haircuts, then went out to Miyako for sushi. Their food is so awesome. We ended up having the cute little waitress with the retro Brit-style bob, and she sat down and talked to us when we were through eating.

Jeff and James caught us up on James’s family and their trip. We went back to Russ and Billy’s house for a short visit, but it was getting late, and it’s a school night. It was good to see everyone.

A post in which it is back to work

Today was my stasis day. It was just a usual day to get me back in the groove before the doctor’s appointment tomorrow for further tests. I just kind of went through the motions. I was productive enough.

I went by the grocery store on the way home from work, and bought a bunch of gourmet organic frozen meals on sale. Because that’s what I need in my diet – more processed food. I even did a load of laundry tonight. I guess I’m back in denial. I just feel kind of numb.

I did enjoy hearing from Kris by email tonight. She has apparently decided to find me a husband, and God bless her for trying. I really like she and kindle.

A post in which it is time to go home

I woke up this morning to the sound of camp breaking. Miss Kat and dana were up, and they were preparing to hit the road. They had told me that we were heading out early this morning, and I believed them! I got up and got moving. By the time I got my stuff rounded up and packed, and myself somewhat ready to roll, dana was in the car with the engine going. I made it though.

We stopped for coffee and then headed out. Traffic this morning wasn’t as bad as it had been on Saturday, but then we were off early. We left the coffee place at 8:19am. We re-hashed the weekend and what a good time we’d all had on the way back. Joann is already talking about doing another weekend for Labor Day – we may well be in attendance. It was very laid back, everyone got along, and there was no drama. I really enjoyed getting to spend some time with Kris and kindle and get to know them a bit. They're both really nice. It’s always good to see Petal and Marty. And of course everyone else there was in my Favorite People file already.

I got home, unpacked, and collapsed. I was once again pretty drug out. I had promised myself I would be lazy this afternoon, and I was. I napped and watched telly, caught up on email, and was just generally a slug.

Russ and Billy got in touch later, and we went out to Miyako for supper. I just love their food. When we got back to their place, it was time to go. Work tomorrow. Sigh.

A post in which it is very close to the perfect day

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A post in which the weekend begins

I was up early. I had a lot to do. Frankly, I was skeptical of dana’s avowal that they would be at my house by 8:30, but in case they were I didn’t want to keep them waiting. It turns out that my caution was justified – they were on my doorstep on the dot. I was really glad I was ready. I could have driven myself, but that would have been yet another car at Joann’s. Plus I’m just not sure of myself driving with these new bp meds having me all wonked out.

OK, for whatever reason this is the only picture I made this weekend. Why? WTF knows? But I include it. This is the view from the back seat on the way to Savannah. The observant will note that the road is lined with the state flower - the construction barrel.

At any rate, I made the time, and we set off. It makes me feel good just to be around the two of them, so I was feeling fairly perky and optimistic about the trip. We made great time, and got to the house about 12:30 or so.

By the time we got there, I was pretty drug out (car trips do that to me), and after greetings I collapsed on the sofa for a while. The house is large, but we had a houseful this weekend. I found that I was to bunk in the room with Miss Kat and dana. That was fine with me, but I wondered how they felt about it.

We spent the afternoon relaxing and visiting. We got in the pool for a while. Rob and Joann made low country boil for supper.

It was a nice relaxing day with friends.

All was fine until Miss Kat decided to turn in. I realized that I hadn't inflated my air mattress. I figured it would be better to go ahead and do it now than wait until later when she was asleep. So I had to go back there, drag it all out, and make a horrible racket - interrupting cuddle time. They were really nice about it, but I felt bad about making so much noise.

Tomorrow is the flea market!!

A post in which I have a visitor*

dana called today to invite me over and to make sure that I was going to Savannah with she and Miss Kat this weekend. I just couldn’t tell dana no. I just love them so much. Part of me would really like to stay here and hopefully get some things done around the house (the things which need doing are legion), but then the other part of me knows that it wouldn’t get done. I’d spend the weekend being lazy, and feeling guilty about it because there is so much that needs doing. At least this way I’ll be able to spend some time with my friends while I’m being lazy.

R came by to see me tonight. It was really good to see him, although I wish he was happier. He’s a sweet man, and I’d like to see him doing better, with or without me. It’s always good to see him though, and we enjoyed the time we had.

After he left I went over to Miss Kat and dana’s for a visit. I needed the time out. I’ve been spending too much time alone with my thoughts. I didn’t stay too late though – they want to be on the road by 8:30am! Yikes! And I don’t have a thing packed either.

A post in which pretty much nothing happens

I started closing the month today, which kept me fairly busy at work. I’m still all disconnected, but I’m conscious.

I talked to my friend R tonight. He really seemed to want to come see me tonight, but I guess he couldn’t get away. He’s supposed to come tomorrow night, so maybe I’ll see him then. I spent the evening fooling around on the computer and watching part of Enchanted before finally giving up and going to bed.