Today I had my pre-op testing. Talk about being thorough! I had an EKG, they drew five ampules of blood, checked and double-checked all my medications, asked about 100 questions about all the surgeries I've had, medical problems of my siblings and parents....then instructions on using this awful smelling cream prior to surgery. I have to start using it on Saturday and even on Monday before I go into the hospital. It has to be applied everywhere from the neck down except in the *private* area. Sheesh!
After I was finally done, I went to the Walmart store in Boaz since it's only a couple blocks away from the hospital. I needed to get a robe or coverup in a summer weight material. What I found screamed *old lady* at me even though the print is a nice floral one on white background. But I felt like the Beast's Auntie Em. When I put it on tonight (just for shits and giggles!), I showed it to the Beast and asked him who I reminded him of. He was floored and knew immediately what I meant. He laughed. I didn't think it was quite as funny as he did but there wasn't a whole lot of choices. I wanted it for the hospital , however. If I have to wear that ugly gown, I will but at least I can cover it up with this robe.
I admit that I cruised around the store for a bit (I had one of the electric carts I was using) and realized that the Walmart in Boaz is much more upscale than the one near to our house. I was stunned by the differences. I also bought some snacks for the Beast and a couple for me. The Beast loved everything I bought and immediately opened up the bag of miniature Mounds bars. I am looking forward to having some of the peanut butter patties I got. That's one of my weaknesses. I do love them.
(Note: after talking about them, I just HAD to go get a few..LOL). I meant to pick up more Glucerna while I was there but I will let the Beast pick some up for me this weekend. It was 88 today and we expect to be in the 90's tomorrow. At least it IS cooling down at night. It's 72 at the moment but it's expected to go down to around 65 or less within the next couple of hours. I have my window open and the fan is working away. I will sleep like a baby tonight.
BTW....Mustachio's surgery went well. He was surprised that they DID put him under for it. He said one minute they were asking him how he felt and the next he woke up with a flexible cast on his arm. It took the whole day and a few hours into late night before all the anesthetics wore off. Yes, he has pain but the nerve that was released will take a few days to recover. It may take a few months for it to recover completely from the damage that first cast caused. TY all for your prayers. Now it's just a *wait and see* time for us.
Love you all. Be kind to one another. Life is short. ***Hugs***
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