Sunday, February 1, 2015

Sometimes You're The Dog...

other times you're the hydrant.

Well, life tends to have its little ups and downs, doesn't it.   The past days have been more on the down side, but things are getting better each day.

I spent nearly a week in the hospital.  The final diagnosis was Cellulitus (sp.?), which amounts to fluid build-up followed by a bacterial staph-like infection  taking over, which left me with two ugly open wounds on each lower leg.  Surgery was done to clean these up and begin treatment.
It was also found that I have diabetes, but it looks like that can be controlled without the use of insulin.

I am now residing in a rehab facility where treatment continues and my strength is slowly being restored.  I'm guessing it will probably be another week before I am released back among the general population.

The hardest thing for me is not the treatments or the physical rehab.  It is being in constant contact with people.  As most of you know, I live alone and like it that way.  I don't do Bingo.  I don't do group activities.  I don' enjoy all of those Senior Citizen type frolics.  I love my solitary life and most times don't care if I see anybody except my family.  But I have put myself in a grin and bear it mode.  I will do whatever I need to do to get to go home again.

My children have been wonderful.  They have seen to my every need.  They have been at my apartment taking care of the things I haven't been able to do for myself before entering the hospital.  They are helping me find another apartment with elevators and easier laundry facilities and no stairs.  I am on a waiting list.

Last evening my brother walked through the door of my room, totally surprising me.  He had driven many, many miles just to see for himself that I was doing OK.  I love my brother.

So that's what I have been up to.  How are things with all of you?
   

22 comments:

  1. I for one was very happy to hear from you today, take care and you know where to find me if you need to vent.

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  2. Thanks, Rob. Each day is better than the last, so hopefully I can go home soon.

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  3. Get well soon Vicki!!!

    We will be cheering for you.

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  4. Thanks,Preppy...I'm working on it. Helps to have a cheering section!! :)

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  5. Mom, I'm glad you are doing better. Hang in there...Love Duane

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  6. Son...Each day is better than the one before. Will take time, but it will be OK.
    Love, Mom

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  7. Sounds like you got the hydrant part of this deal. Keep your chin up and feel better soon.

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  8. Was wondering about you last night, and thinking that perhaps I should leave a message on your blog for one of your sons. Glad to hear you're on the mend.

    I'm also thrilled to hear that you're looking for a more accessible apartment - that is very wise :)

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  9. I hope you're able to get out of there soon!

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  10. Matt...It's my own fault I landed here. Stubborn can be a good trait, but not always. :)

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  11. Dani...Each day is better. As much as I like my little apartment, it is time to own up to the fact that I'm not Wonder Woman and I need to be living somewhere with fewer obstacles!

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  12. Gorges...Me, Too!! Somebody here said perhaps by the middle of the week, so I am hoping.

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  13. Vicki,

    So glad you are doing okay. I was beginning to worry a bit, but knew you were in good hands. Will definitely be lifting you up in prayer for a fast healing and for you to get home.

    Jim

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  14. Oh what a relief!! I have been stressing on not hearing from ya! Kids probably told ya that I left a messages on your phone cuz I was worried. Can't help it!!
    Well I am glad you are doing better will pray that you can go home soon! Best wishes and will look forward to more posts....

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  15. Thank you, Jim...Prayers are always appreciated. I believe in their power. The healing is coming along well. I am told I will be back in my own home on Thursday this week.

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  16. Mary...Kids told me about the message and I just grinned. It is so nice, especially when things are not so good, to know that there are those who care. Thank you, my dear, for the prayers and concern. I'll be in touch when I get home to my old computer. I love my new laptop, but it is a chore to use until I get it all figured out!!

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  17. I've started a local fan club. I'm the only member at this time, but believe me, you have one helluva a fan.

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  18. Aw geez, Jess...you make me blush. I didn't know there were fan clubs for stubborn old women. Good to hear from you - hope all is well in your neck of the woods.

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  19. Well, I was going to come up for a game of shuffleboard, but I guess not...

    I know it's horrible being in a place where you aren't in control of your own life and there are strangers all around. But you do need to get well. Before you know it you'll be home again. I'll be thinking about you.

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  20. Harry, I'm not so sure about shuffleboard, but I could probably stand a rousing game of checkers! It is bearable because the end is now in sight. Aside from a couple of hours of physical therapy every day, they pretty much leave me alone, which is a good thing. Thanks for the good wishes, and the chuckle.

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  21. Hi Vicki's family, Your mom admitted she was stubborn, For the record please mark it on a calendar or write it in the family bible as she will never admit it again....evil grin..

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  22. Rob...One of my daughters took pictures of the mess on my legs before surgery. She says that if I ever get that stubborn again, she will show me those pictures as a reminder of where my stubbornness got me this time! :)

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