Monday, March 18, 2024

TAXES, TAXES, TAXES

Taxes, taxes, taxes. Okay I did some other things. I spoke to my friend in the Netherlands for a bit. 

I did make a lovely stir fry for dinner. 
Until tomorrow...

Saturday, March 16, 2024

COUPLE TO THROUPLE

I woke up with the intention to do my taxes but instead I got caught up with a TV show. I started watching Couple to Throuple. It is a show on Peacock a bit like the Bachelor. Committed couples arrive at a resort where a group of singles were waiting. The couples then choose a single to join to make a throuple. I just found it fascinating and couldn't turn it off. 

I ended up ordering food because I wanted it after my COVID vaccine on Friday. 

My heels are hurting me SO much. I can't wait to go to the foot doctor. I don't know what she will do. I even bought a different foot brace to wear to sleep. The other foot brace would hurt my foot a few hours after I put it on. This new one didn't hurt for a few more hours. I'll give it a few more tries. 

I also tried Melotonin for the first time. I fell asleep and stayed asleep but woke up with a headache. I didn't know that was a side effect.

Until tomorrow...


Friday, March 15, 2024

EIGHTH COVID VACCINE

I got another COVID vaccine. It is my eighth. Being immunocompromised is no joke. I'm a bit tired from the shot.

I have been looking for insurance for my vacation. Tonight my cousin called me with an insurance option. It's is a community funded plan but it is legit. I need to make sure if something happens you me, I can get home. 

I'm super tired. I'm going to bed. 

Until tomorrow...

Thursday, March 14, 2024

BROTHER TECH SUPPORT

My car is back in the shop. Last week my car started sputtering at a few stop signs. I don't know what is wrong but I am seriously thinking of a new car when I get back from my trip. 

My fantastic brother spent time on the phone with me figuring out a few things for my trip. I couldn't figure out the GSP. I have a handheld GPS with an SOS button in case I get injured. We figured part of it out. 

Then we helped me figure out how to listen to downloaded music in the van. I have a new app for music. 

There is so much to get ready. 

Until tomorrow...

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

I GOT MY DECK BACK

The contractor came today to finally fix the second leak I my home. Turns out the leak was from an outdoor door frame above the area where the water was leaking. They took part of the deck off and sprayed gallons of water on the door and deck. They saw the water leaking downstairs. 

They caulked the area where it was leaking with a plan to replace the door in the summertime. Then they put the deck back together. The area where it leaked below they left open with a fan blowing on it. In a few days it will be dry and I can turn the fan off. Next week they are coming to patch the ceiling when it is dry. 

They also sealed the foundation where the water is leaking in. There is still one place where the water is leaking in and they will fix it next time. 

I am so happy I can use my deck again. It was SO sunny today and that is the type of day I like sitting on the deck. 

Until tomorrow...

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

ONLY ONE SHOWED ARTHRITIS MEETING

Tonight was my arthritis group meeting. It was my first time doing the whole thing myself. I made this whole presentation on advocacy because some folks were interested. 

Only one person showed up! And she was not interested in advocacy. Wasted time making this presentation. I've decided we are going to do it like my other group where the participants take turns presenting. 

Until tomorrow...

Monday, March 11, 2024

CLIENTS ARE FREAKING OUT

I'm now making sure the rental has everything I need and what I need to bring or buy. I'm checking the insurance to make sure I am covered. 

I have clients who are starting to freak out that I am going on a trip. I keep trying to calm them down but they depend on me. 

Until tomorrow...

Sunday, March 10, 2024

WTH!?!

The day started out great. I changed all the clocks, did some things and sat down to watch the Oscars. My cousin called and we chatted while looking at the dresses on the red carpet. 

I hung up and looked at my email. There was a message saying my reservation for my trip was cancelled. Six and one half weeks before I leave. I'll admit I broke into tears. Sobbing, I called my cousin who calmed me down. Then she went into beast mode. She googled rentals in my area while I called the company. I was going to get my money back and that was it. 

After one half hour I had a new rental. I couldn't believe how fast I rented it considering how long it took me to rent the first one. It is much better in some ways and less fancy in others. I will survive and gave a great time. 

Until tomorrow...

Saturday, March 9, 2024

TASKS ACCOMPLISHED

I tackled a bunch of tasks today. First, I washed my hair with my new shampoo. I hope it works. 

Then I used my manual washing machine to do a small load of laundry. I washed 2 t-shirts, a pair of jeans, PJs, 3 underwear and 3 socks. I used biodegradable laundry soap. I didn't rinse super well and there was a bit of the soap on a shirt. I rinsed it off. Overall the laundry smells clean. 

I walked 6,870 steps today. About 3miles. 

Until tomorrow...

Friday, March 8, 2024

SAW MY DOCTOR

Today I went to see my concierge doctor. It was a check in and time to review all the tests and visits I've been on. We talked about my memory clinic visit, the visit to the endocrinologist and the visit to my rheumatologist. 

She is sending me for tests and approved my getting the RSV and COVID vaccines. 

I got a lot done today. I got my old camping stove to work. I walked to the library. I made granola bars with oats, walnuts, pecans, almonds, dried apricots, craisins, golden raisins and chocolate chips. These are so good. 
Until tomorrow...