Dear Friends,
I had a tough day today....I've had a bladder infection and the bladder spasms have been challenging....I went to the Encinitas Lab this morning and I had an interesting experience...JIm dropped me off in front due to NO PARKING anywhere...as I struggled to step down the steps....a woman immediately helped me to the elevator ....WOW....THANK YOU!!!! Then...I get in the elevator and an older woman...later found out she was 80 something...had her walker and she said " Just hold onto my walker and I'll help you to the lab...I'm going there also..." So...I held onto her walker and made it to the lab....I was so weak and full of bladder pain...after waiting for my turn..I went to the bathroom to give a urine sample and realized that I was slipping on someone else's diarreaha(sp?) and it was all over my shoes and it smelled so bad I almost vomited...at first I thought I had lost control myself...then realized what was happening....it was bizzare...the lab tech came in and cleaned my shoes and took me to get blood and then I started to faint...they were all very kind and helpful...then on the way back down ...another woman helped Jim help me get into a wheel chair and waited with me until Jim got the car...a very different experience than the other day....there is hope...I'll never forget the walker and the woman who said just hold onto my walker I'll help you...WOW...THANK YOU !!!!!!
It turns out that I am responding the the antibiotic that I am on and that my bladder is just spasming ....between constipation and bladder pain...I feel a little worn out....temporary....it should be better by tomorrow....
I hope all of you are feeling great and doing great...can't wait to see you ....Love..Summer
I had a tough day today....I've had a bladder infection and the bladder spasms have been challenging....I went to the Encinitas Lab this morning and I had an interesting experience...JIm dropped me off in front due to NO PARKING anywhere...as I struggled to step down the steps....a woman immediately helped me to the elevator ....WOW....THANK YOU!!!! Then...I get in the elevator and an older woman...later found out she was 80 something...had her walker and she said " Just hold onto my walker and I'll help you to the lab...I'm going there also..." So...I held onto her walker and made it to the lab....I was so weak and full of bladder pain...after waiting for my turn..I went to the bathroom to give a urine sample and realized that I was slipping on someone else's diarreaha(sp?) and it was all over my shoes and it smelled so bad I almost vomited...at first I thought I had lost control myself...then realized what was happening....it was bizzare...the lab tech came in and cleaned my shoes and took me to get blood and then I started to faint...they were all very kind and helpful...then on the way back down ...another woman helped Jim help me get into a wheel chair and waited with me until Jim got the car...a very different experience than the other day....there is hope...I'll never forget the walker and the woman who said just hold onto my walker I'll help you...WOW...THANK YOU !!!!!!
It turns out that I am responding the the antibiotic that I am on and that my bladder is just spasming ....between constipation and bladder pain...I feel a little worn out....temporary....it should be better by tomorrow....
I hope all of you are feeling great and doing great...can't wait to see you ....Love..Summer
posted by Summer @ 6:43 PM
2 Comments:
At 7:28 PM,
Anonymous said…
i can totally picture the old lady and the walker. I Love it! Wow Summer the sliping on poop--sure was symbolizing your day! Yuck! I am sorry you are going through so much. I LOVe you and wanted to share I have been reading your journey each day. I am with you in spirit and can feel your strength. Rock on Sista. Look forward to sharing a dance one of these days!
Love,
Jen Thompson
At 9:18 AM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Summer,
You seem to tell the most difficult stories with humor..even bathroom humor!!
Summer, I'm sure you remember Beth Wilcox who use to work with me. You said many prayers for her in your class when she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer 7 years ago. She would love to talk with you, if you wish. You can reach her @ 858 755 5007.
Love,
Diane
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