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I may be putting “the horse before the cart.” I did not realize that hubby had a heart problem until very recently. The hospital would not sign off on the surgery until he is seen by a cardiologist. I do remember the time he had surgery in Ct. and when it was over the surgeon came out and told me he had problems keeping his heart from jumping all over the place and his blood pressure down. He also mentioned that he may have to stay overnight in the hospital just to be sure he was OK. I understood. As it turned out everything went back to normal following the surgery. So I now wonder if the same thing is happening when he gets nervous. Then again, before jumping to conclusions, will wait for the prognosis from the cardiologist. I have checked this physician out and he is loved by all his patients. I cannot say the same for the group I’m trying to get my husband to see. I still plan to go into Boston with him so we can have a second opinion and someone we can see when we return.

The traffic is a huge concern for me. Hubby’s knee does lock in place from time to time. He needs to get out of the vehicle every 50 miles or less. Due to traffic constraints I could be looking at hours just to get from one rest area to the next. Yes, we could get off the highway and stop somewhere for a cold drink and walk the parking lot. But, the traffic is still a problem when we try to hop on to the interstate. I am looking at 11-15 hours just to get to Georgia. This reminds me of Thanksgiving Day when we left Savannah at 8 am and arrived home at 9 pm. We were both hungry. No food in the house. But luckily, our Wifi was working and we did find a restaurant that was opened until 10 pm. And it was right around the corner. But then he wasn’t complaining about his knee or lower back.

Now you know my concerns. I was right about the last trip in which he ended up in the hospital and rehab for a month or so. My gut feeling is to see what the cardiologist says and when the surgery can be performed here. It is, I believe and feel, the lesser of all evils. We have been away over two years. So waiting a few months may be the way to go. Meanwhile, the house will look beautiful on the inside and I will have the outside powered washed and all will be good. Now to get some shuteye.

Sheba, a cancer diagnosis and murdered. My heart breaks for her. I am guessing next week will be the next episode and yes I am watching it.

@xango

I’m trying to convince hubby that seeing the cardiologist and having the knee surgery here is the best way to go. He forgets that our home in Ct..is a raised ranch and there are six steps to climb before arriving on the main floor. He also forgets that there are three steps before setting a foot on the landing inside. There are orthopedic surgeons in the area but I do not like the hospitals, though parking would be easy. Then there is Boston which is about an hour and a half from the Cape. Bus would be the best way to go, however getting on and off may be another issue. Yes, I could drive. However, parking would be the main issue here. But then again, it would depend upon where the doctor’s office is and then work around that. As luck would have it, the same office we are using here, there is one in Rhode Island as well as in Boston. Different physicians of course, but being the same organization, they do talk to one another. This definitely would be a choice if we return. Of course, it could mean a hotel stay. But if they have a shuttle, that would be a plus.

The traffic today was awful. But, it has been like this for over a month. It doesn’t matter which direction. North or South is bad. We leave an hour to an hour and fifteen minutes before doctor appointments. Have no idea if there are accidents or construction or both. Just not sure which way we will turn. The other side that concerns me is the length of time it will take to get to an area where he can walk around. His knee keeps locking in place and he has fallen once outside.
Luckily, no injuries. To say I am very concerned is an understatement. I may be jumping the gun. He has a cardiologist appointment in two weeks. The surgery will not be rescheduled until after this appointment. I have no idea what is going on and as far as I can tell the Radiologist who read the test results said I had to postpone everything until he is seen and the cardiologist gives an approval for surgery. I would rather be safe than sorry. I have a feeling there is more to this than what I have been told. I will know better at the appointment.

Those flowers are lovely. Hibiscus is my favorite. Unfortunately, being North and South does have some problems. Just not sure if the hibiscus would be strong enough for the harsh winters in the Northeast. I have three on the side of our home here in Florida. They bloom all year round. However, right now they are a bit straggly and I will be cutting them back quite a bit during the weekend. I don’t know what causes them to rejuvenate, but by the time I return in the fall, they will be in full bloom. Take care of yourself and try not to overdo it.

@shoelady60,

The whole world is tense right now. I am waiting for Karma to get the monsters hurting
children and women. Stop that. ✨

I hope your team wins come what may. All of this is affecting my nerves and sleep.

@oodiebom,

Will it be safer to fly? Perhaps have a friend or relative take you to your appointments.

I want everything to work out for your husband keep me posted. I know you are tired.

Have you unpacked your groceries? Try not to do too much you may hurt your back.

I have a slight headache bummer but I did have fun in Trivia. ✨😜Oodie it is so good
to have the game back I don’t care of comes up with the answer sometimes have the fun
is trying to figure it out. Anyway I feel a good time was had by all. 🌹😘😎

@sheba2011

As you may have seen in Trivia, I am starting to plan our trip North. Hubby has an appointment with a cardiologist in two weeks. He plans to ask if he can drive and head North about 1300 miles, but who’s counting. He thinks the surgery will be easier in either Ct. or the Cape. I’m actually sitting here and fuming. We had to make another trip to Costco today. The Interstate is a bottleneck. To go 2 miles took 25 minutes. He wants to leave in less than a month weather permitting. What he doesn’t realize is that we have quite a number of stairs just to get to the first floor in Ct.. I am not a lover of the hospitals in the area. Boston is OK. But will he be able to climb the steps to get on to a bus. There is absolutely no parking in Boston. The other thing I am looking at are hotels that have a shuttle back and forth between the doctor’s office as well as the hospital. Right now, it’s a big question mark.

Oops, time for the next question. Will write more later.

@taci,

This is a true story it was all over my local news. ✨✨I am watching the series.

The Lady she killed had cancer keep watching maybe we will discuss when the series
is over or if you just want to leave a thought. I am very familiar with this case.

Peace Out Peeps! Stay warm and safe. ✨✨

Renee in Chicago my ole home town. 😜

Roxie
Renée Zellweger

The name on everybody’s lips
Is gonna be Roxie
The lady raking in the chips
Is gonna be Roxie
I’m gonna be a celebrity
That means
Somebody everyone knows
They(‘re) gonna recognize my eyes
My hair my teeth my my nose
From just some dumb mechanics wife
I’m gonna be Roxie
Who says that murder’s not an art?
And who in case she doesn’t hang
Can say she started with a bang?
Roxie Hart!
Boys…
[Boys]
They’re gonna wait outside in line
To get to see
Roxie
Think of those autographs
I’ll sign,
‘Good luck to ya, ‘
Roxie!
And I’ll appear
In a lavalier that goes
All the way down to my waist
Here a ring,
There a ring,
Everywhere a-ring-a-ling
But always in the best of taste!
Mmmm, I’m a star!
And the audience loves me!
And I love them
And they love me for loving them
And I love them for loving me
And we love each other
And that’s because none of us
Got enough love in our childhoods
And that’s showbiz
Kid
She’s given up her hum drum life
I’m gonna be sing it
Roxie
She made a scandal and a start
And Sophie Tucker will spit
I know
To see her name get billed below
Roxie Hart
Roxie…
Roxie…
Roxie…
Roxie…
Rox-ie…
Roxie…
Roxie…

@taci,

I saw Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. 😜😘

@Sheba

Good Evening Sheba, Trivia tonight is going well. I see your area is frozen, some crazy weather. Looks like we down here will be getting some of that cold weather. Mid eighties today, seventies tonight. But tomorrow night is expected to be 45 degrees and 35 degrees on Sunday night, crazy. Tomorrow we are supposed to get rain, how that I will welcome.
I hope you enjoy your weekend with your husband. Stay warm and enjoy your fireplace Sheba.
Take care

Sheba,maybe Poppy has a little doggie sled on his future. My husband watched a video of dogs sledding. They loved it. Love that you enjoy wearing your lovely clothes. Watched the 1st “Something about Pam”, wow crazy sad story and Renee Zellweger amazing.

As a kid, had this song on a 45 with People Tree on the back.❤ them both.

Candy Man
Hey, Candy Man

Alright everybody
Gather around, the Candy Man is here
Now what kind of candy d’ya want?
Sweet chocolate, chocolate malted candy, gumdrops?
Anything you want!
You’ve come to the right man, because I’m the Candy Man
Who can take a sunrise (who can take a sunrise)
Sprinkle it with dew (sprinkle it with dew)
Cover it with chocolate and a miracle or two?
The Candy Man (the Candy Man)
Oh, the Candy Man can (the Candy Man can)
The Candy Man can ’cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good (makes the world taste good)
Who can take a rainbow (who can take a rainbow?)
And wrap it in a sigh (wrap it in a sigh)
Soak it in the sun and make a groovy lemon pie?
The Candy Man (the Candy Man)
The Candy Man can (the Candy Man can)
The Candy Man can ’cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good (makes the world taste good)
The Candy Man makes everything he bakes
Satisfying and delicious
Now you talk about your childhood wishes
You can even eat the dishes
Oh who can take tomorrow (who can take tomorrow)
Dip it in a dream (dip it in a dream)
Separate the sorrow and collect up all the cream?
The Candy Man (the Candy Man)
Oh the Candy Man can (the Candy Man can)
The Candy Man can ’cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good (makes the world taste good)
The Candy Man makes everything he bakes
Satisfying and delicious
Talk about your childhood wishes
You can even eat the dishes
Yeah, yeah, yeah, who can take tomorrow (who can take tomorrow)
Dip it in a dream (dip it in a dream)
Separate the sorrow and collect up all the cream?
The Candy Man (the Candy Man)
The Candy Man can (the Candy Man can)
The Candy Man can ’cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good (makes the world taste good)
Yes the Candy Man can ’cause he mixes it with love
And makes the world taste good (makes the world taste good)
Oh Candy Man
Oh, Candy Man, oh Candy Man
(Makes the world taste good)
Oh, Candy Man, oh Candy Man, oh Candy Man
(Makes the world taste good)
Oh, Candy Man, oh Candy Man, oh Candy Man