WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2022
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Pip, Awww! Love the pic of your pup taking a sun bath!
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This made me snort.
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Hi all. Finally got my follow up gynae appointment for this coming Monday morning. Only 3 months later than expected 😝 Slowly getting outstanding issues resolved. New glasses, new gearing aids. Just a dental checkup to organise and I’m good for this year. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻
Karen: 🥰 your brother’s painting.
🥳🎉 Cheers to all those celebrating.
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
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Please send good thoughts for our yogi. We had a biopsy done on this that was growing (and separating his bottom two teeth in the process) the vet had to have a dentist come out to work on him and he only comes to Fresno once a month (coming from LA), the soonest he could come was last Saturday but he cancelled so was rescheduled for tomorrow. Gonna have it removed may or may not be loosing a tooth in the process, don’t know. Hopefully all goes well. Thankfully it’s a treatable type of cancer that stays localized and doesn’t go/spread to any other parts of his body. All this time he’s acted like nothing is wrong so he doesn’t seem to be in any pain.
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Levi and I are sending good thoughts and wagging tail to Yogi !!!
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DH’s doctor wants him to get a photo of his heart. We called his MS doctor but haven’t had a call back yet. It is likely he will have to go to Good Sam in Portland for the photo. DH is medically complicated. He has diabetes and MS. We’ve been married a long time and want many more years together.
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KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
I am supposed to wear stiff-soled shoes so I go around bending shoes in the store. If they bend, they are a "no".
But I have discovered that men's shoes are quite comfortable. In European sizing I wear a 39 and that carries through to men's. In Australian sizing I wear a men's 6 which is the smallest men's size or largest youth size. Discovering that expanded my footwear options.
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
I am supposed to wear stiff-soled shoes so I go around bending shoes in the store. If they bend, they are a "no".
But I have discovered that men's shoes are quite comfortable. In European sizing I wear a 39 and that carries through to men's. In Australian sizing I wear a men's 6 which is the smallest men's size or largest youth size. Discovering that expanded my footwear options.
M in Oz
Machka - Thanks for the tip, I'll start bending them when I shop. Men's department, here I come!
By the way, would you mind posting photos of the men's shoes with stiff soles you are getting? Just so I get an idea of what to look for
Lanette
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »SophieRosieMom wrote: »KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
I am supposed to wear stiff-soled shoes so I go around bending shoes in the store. If they bend, they are a "no".
But I have discovered that men's shoes are quite comfortable. In European sizing I wear a 39 and that carries through to men's. In Australian sizing I wear a men's 6 which is the smallest men's size or largest youth size. Discovering that expanded my footwear options.
M in Oz
Machka - Thanks for the tip, I'll start bending them when I shop. Men's department, here I come!
By the way, would you mind posting photos of the men's shoes with stiff soles you are getting? Just so I get an idea of what to look for
Lanette
I wanted these ... but couldn't get them in a 39/6.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75270&ProductId=433442&Colour=black
I ended up getting these a couple weeks ago. They're actually women's! But had enough room for me.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75263&ProductId=638691&Colour=grey-lemon
I tried on a pair similar to these which I really liked, and should have got. But when I decided I did like them, they were sold out of 39/6.
I've been wearing pairs like the two brownish ones for some time, but I'm considering the grey pair now.
https://www.bigw.com.au/mens-clothing-accessories/mens-shoes/mens-hiking-shoes/c/6615108
I think my next job (start in July) will be more casual and may involve some field work so my hope is that I can wear comfortable shoes!
M in Oz
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Debbie – you get some great bargains. If we had a Grocery Outlet near us, you can bet I’d be there. I’ve gotten to the point of being in the store as little as possible because I cringe at the prices and just hand my credit card.
Allie – one of our cats has dementia. You can see her walking around the house with the “deer in the headlights” look. At times she just can’t remember where the litter box is, other times she just can’t make it. Thank goodness it’s only the loss of her bowels. Has Homer had any changes in his personality? Lexi used to be so very very clean. I swear, she’d be in the litterbox for a minute and then spend five covering it up. Now we have to cut the mats out of her hair, she can’t groom herself. Before she was so meticulous. She’s also completely deaf. I can’t get mad at her for not using the litter box. She just can’t help it, she isn’t doing it for spite.
Karen VA – speaking of toes: I stubbed my toe and boy does it hurt. I was going to take a walk around the block tonight but then I restubbed the toe, so I didn’t. This happened on the other foot a while ago and I got concerned because I couldn’t bend the toe after a week. The MD (well, his PA) told me that it’ll heal, just give it another week or two. And sure enough, it did. So this time I’m not going to go to the MD.
Karen – thank goodness for waterproof monitors….lol
pip and Yogi – (((HUGS))) Thank goodness it is a type of cancer that is localized. Our other cat has cancer and we’re giving him oral chemo. Jess has told us that with this cancer on the med he’s on, cats can be expected to live 2 years.
There’s this new canasta program which I downloaded. Went by the pool and I’m trying to figure it out. Most of the rules are the same as the canasta I play, but there are a few differences.
Cut the grass and then went in the pool. Gotta get my pool time!!!!! The waterfall came on. It's just so peaceful.
Michele NC
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I did my dumbbells! Yay!
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Viv - I hope you had a great walk with your Mom.
Machka - those were some nice offices. I don’t think I have pictures of mine.
That probably is the same procedure, I had it when I was 18 or 19 too.
I don’t think I’ve actually found a job I truly love. I really liked this one when I first started but now that I realize what the going rate is for pay for what I’m doing and the attitude I have to put up with. I’m not now. If she left and the wage increased I would probably stay.
I waitressed a total of probably 7 years of my life. I actually enjoyed it most of the time.
My first job that I paid taxes was cleaning motel rooms. That was interesting. 😂
Lisa - I am not someone that normally looks for work when I’m employed. I really dislike the interview process and don’t do well at them. My lack of wanting to go through that process has probably hurt me a lot through the years.
Katla - I hope DH Compromises on the stair lift. I’m sure the doctors are most concerned about his safety going up and down them. Also for paramedics that may need to move him at some point.
Pip - hope Yogi has a good recovery from his procedure.
Lanette - I would feel queasy too.
I went to ceramics tonight.
I had a very sad day at work today. My boss spoke about a staff member in a way that I can’t un-hear. I don’t like being in these positions, when I know something is wrong and not able to have anyone to go to to have it fixed.
Hopefully something changes soon.
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Tracey - HUGS. I really hope something clicks for you in the work sphere soon. Toxic environments are so very bad for us.
The person I know who is very good at making changes when things aren't right, is my DDIL. When I first knew her, I thought it was odd how much she changed things over. I think a lot of us have been brought up to put up with things and that 'quitting' is a sign of weakness. I think my son, her husband, was like that. She has taught him, and me, that it is OK to change things if they don't work out, and there is no shame in that. It's a great lesson and I admire her for it. She tries something, then reassesses, and it It's not right, out it goes. She has encouraged my son to change jobs three times to find a job that's right for him, taking a big risk. I find it scary, but it has worked. The kids try out different sports etc. She is very good at dismissing 'sunk cost' and switching focus.
Good luck!
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cityjaneLondon wrote: »Tracey - HUGS. I really hope something clicks for you in the work sphere soon. Toxic environments are so very bad for us.
The person I know who is very good at making changes when things aren't right, is my DDIL. When I first knew her, I thought it was odd how much she changed things over. I think a lot of us have been brought up to put up with things and that 'quitting' is a sign of weakness. I think my son, her husband, was like that. She has taught him, and me, that it is OK to change things if they don't work out, and there is no shame in that. It's a great lesson and I admire her for it. She tries something, then reassesses, and it It's not right, out it goes. She has encouraged my son to change jobs three times to find a job that's right for him, taking a big risk. I find it scary, but it has worked. The kids try out different sports etc. She is very good at dismissing 'sunk cost' and switching focus.
Good luck!
Heather UK xxxxxxxx
I've not been one to put up with things in the work world. If I really don't like it, there will be something better out there.Snowflake1968 wrote: »Lisa - I am not someone that normally looks for work when I’m employed. I really dislike the interview process and don’t do well at them. My lack of wanting to go through that process has probably hurt me a lot through the years.
Hopefully something changes soon.
Tracey in Edmonton
If I'm all right where I am and not feeling restless, I won't look for work while employed. But if I'm at all restless, I will.
Interviews aren't my favourite thing either. 3 people staring at you and firing off complicated questions ... not my idea of fun. Usually. Between October and December last year I had 4 interviews and I enjoyed 2 of them!!!
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Happy Friday - catching up.
Hoping it stays fine as I need to get some garden work done. We have a bramble bush near the shed that needs cutting back, I don't want to get rid of it completely, it attracts bees and butterflies. The fence needs painting too, but I keep putting it off.
Pip wishing Yogi a speedy recovery.
Tracey I did have a good walk thanks, but my legs were aching by the time we got home I was "broken" for quite a few hours before I could get going again.
We went to the vet's to collect medication for Leah and Maggie. (Leah's allergy tablets and flea treatment and Maggie's flea treatment), we were trying to guess how much it would cost, DD was nearest she said £150 and it was just over
I was quite shocked.
Michele glad you are managing to get some pool time
We got Leah a little doggy paddling pool last year and she wouldn't go near it, we tried to get her to go in it but she would rather sit in a muddy puddle! I think DD ended up giving it to her friend for her dog. I think we should have kept it, I could sit out and put my feet in it this year to cool off
Time to move, need to get a few chores done before going to help mum sort through some boxes she has stored, I will have to persuade her to get rid of some of the broken things she keeps, wish me luck.
Take care and love to all
Viv UK
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »SophieRosieMom wrote: »KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
I am supposed to wear stiff-soled shoes so I go around bending shoes in the store. If they bend, they are a "no".
But I have discovered that men's shoes are quite comfortable. In European sizing I wear a 39 and that carries through to men's. In Australian sizing I wear a men's 6 which is the smallest men's size or largest youth size. Discovering that expanded my footwear options.
M in Oz
Machka - Thanks for the tip, I'll start bending them when I shop. Men's department, here I come!
By the way, would you mind posting photos of the men's shoes with stiff soles you are getting? Just so I get an idea of what to look for
LanetteI wanted these ... but couldn't get them in a 39/6.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75270&ProductId=433442&Colour=black
I ended up getting these a couple weeks ago. They're actually women's! But had enough room for me.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75263&ProductId=638691&Colour=grey-lemon
I tried on a pair similar to these which I really liked, and should have got. But when I decided I did like them, they were sold out of 39/6.
I've been wearing pairs like the two brownish ones for some time, but I'm considering the grey pair now.
https://www.bigw.com.au/mens-clothing-accessories/mens-shoes/mens-hiking-shoes/c/6615108
I think my next job (start in July) will be more casual and may involve some field work so my hope is that I can wear comfortable shoes!
M in Oz
Machka - Thank you for the photos!
Many years ago, I had a pair similar to these, wore them as "hiking shoes". I will put this style on my shopping list again. For some reason these never entered my mind, probably because I wasn't thinking of getting a men's in a wider size, and they looked at the outset like they would pinch.
I need to be able to put the orthotics in them too.
Looks like I'd wear a Women's 9, Men's 7, EU 40.
Lanette
SW WA State
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Morning ladies
Watching Miles and then I think Dan is coming over to get a carry on for his trip..
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »SophieRosieMom wrote: »SophieRosieMom wrote: »KetoneKaren wrote: »Lanette,
I had to smile when I read that your diagnosis was "non-displaced toe fracture". There is no way that fracture was initially non-displaced, because it was sticking out at a 90 degree angle immediately after you stubbed it! You apparently (expertly) reduced your fracture when you straightened your toe, resulting in such good alignment that the radiologist read the film as non-displaced. You're a pro!
Karen in Virginia,
Karen! I know, right? Thank you!!
Since it was sticking out funny I thought I'd just dislocated it. I heard it "crack" a couple times when I was setting it straight, thought it was just popping back in the joint or whatever it does. Then I fished out the Rock tape and boom, Bob's your uncle.
The doc said basically stay off the foot as much as possible for 2 weeks and then it would start to heal. I'm surprised there wasn't much bruising and it didn't swell that much. Must have been all the icing and elevation.
I didn't have much luck shoe shopping. I did buy some heavy duty work boots, they didn't pinch, but they aren't going to work so I'm taking them back. Too heavy and my foot slips around. I think I aggravated it when I tried to slip my foot into a size too small.
Maybe something like extra wide saddle shoes would work. Sigh. Honestly, there's hardly any pain when I go around the house in my sockfeet, tootsies all taped up. I'm going to check at Walmart and see if they have those flat slippers with velcro fasteners. I think the tape is doing the main support right now anyhow.
Lanette
Starting to feel queasy that I apparently reset my broken pinky toe bone!
I am supposed to wear stiff-soled shoes so I go around bending shoes in the store. If they bend, they are a "no".
But I have discovered that men's shoes are quite comfortable. In European sizing I wear a 39 and that carries through to men's. In Australian sizing I wear a men's 6 which is the smallest men's size or largest youth size. Discovering that expanded my footwear options.
M in Oz
Machka - Thanks for the tip, I'll start bending them when I shop. Men's department, here I come!
By the way, would you mind posting photos of the men's shoes with stiff soles you are getting? Just so I get an idea of what to look for
LanetteI wanted these ... but couldn't get them in a 39/6.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75270&ProductId=433442&Colour=black
I ended up getting these a couple weeks ago. They're actually women's! But had enough room for me.
https://www.rivers.com.au/Product/Detail?CategoryId=75263&ProductId=638691&Colour=grey-lemon
I tried on a pair similar to these which I really liked, and should have got. But when I decided I did like them, they were sold out of 39/6.
I've been wearing pairs like the two brownish ones for some time, but I'm considering the grey pair now.
https://www.bigw.com.au/mens-clothing-accessories/mens-shoes/mens-hiking-shoes/c/6615108
I think my next job (start in July) will be more casual and may involve some field work so my hope is that I can wear comfortable shoes!
M in Oz
Machka - Thank you for the photos!
Many years ago, I had a pair similar to these, wore them as "hiking shoes". I will put this style on my shopping list again. For some reason these never entered my mind, probably because I wasn't thinking of getting a men's in a wider size, and they looked at the outset like they would pinch.
I need to be able to put the orthotics in them too.
Looks like I'd wear a Women's 9, Men's 7, EU 40.
Lanette
SW WA State
I go with a men's 7 when I want to get my orthotics in - one size bigger than I would otherwise take. That might be something to keep in mind.
They are hiking shoes, but I like them for walking around town or working in the garden.
I have weird feet when it comes to finding shoes.
- low ankle bones: This means that I need to try shoes to make sure the edge around the opening doesn't rest under my ankle bones and rub there.
- very narrow heels: This means that I get blisters very easily because most shoes rub because they're either too loose around my heels or just don't sit right. So I need shoes with laces to ensure the shoe is snug enough my foot stays in place. I also need shoes with a little bit of a heel which seems to take the pressure of the back of the shoe off the back of my heel.
- advanced arthritis in the joint where my big toe attaches to the foot: this means I need wide toe boxes and stiff soles. Ideally, I should be able to fit my orthotics into most shoes as well.
Shoe shopping is usually rather frustrating for me. Today, for example, I tried on a pair of shoes I liked the look of. They were really comfortable in front, but I suspected I'd end up with blisters in the back. Oh well.
I wish you better luck with finding comfortable shoes!
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Speaking of shoes ...
We might be taking steps toward figuring out the newest issue of what's wrong with my feet - the numbness and pain on the top of my feet and numbness going up my legs.
I spent the day in tests. I've had more medical tests this month than I usually have in a year ... or two. And more blood drawn too!
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