Today's adventure in the hospital:
Went for my blood work today and get this, they give me a shot and say, "OK, see ya." so I asked what about the blood work, 2 nurses working together managed to give me a 2nd dose of the shot I had to get on Monday or I'd be screwed up again instead of blood work!!! Thank God it was not something I could have a problem from!!! The younger nurse who brought the shot to the other one who was the one who just gave me that shot 2 days ago was crying!!! I went in the other room and was hugging her and telling her it was OK!!!!A person could die from this and I felt bad for them!!! A head nurse came in apologizing to me and saying that it wouldn't hurt me and of course we would not be billed for it and all.
So, the shot will just boost my white blood count a bit more and I will be fine.
They had called early today and asked if I could come in by 3 instead of 4:30 so they could try and get out of work early, this is what happens when the weather gets nice! Then I shopped for new curtains for the living room to try and make it look a bit better, hubby said he'd paint last Summer, the trial color can is still on the kitchen table!! If he doesn't get busy I am going to use it to paint one small wall and leave it that way! Of course the curtains will need hemmed, they were cheap though, I don't bother with quality for this house. The chair that has destroyed the curtains that are there now is going out with the trash next week! Come hell or high water I want the place fixed up a bit while I am here so he doesn't have so much to deal with when I am gone. I know it sounds morbid but I am just living reality. I was told last Christmas I had a 50% chance of being here next Christmas and 25% of making it to the next one. I am a fighter though so don't count me out just yet!
Hugs and flowers to you all! Debra
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Dear Debra, I am so sorry that they gave you that extra shot, and for the pain that it causes. I pray that it will, in fact, help to stabilise your blood count and that your chemo can continue next time. Gos bless you, and I hope your DH will lift himself and start doing his part in beautifying your home. Mine is exactly the same. Never does anything and then says that I exhaust him with my working. But I have to try, even though I have a very bad sceleton problem and I am not allowed to do hard labour, and I am still having chemo myself. Seems we always get more than our share of sorrow and worries, yet blessings are also included there. May God protect you and carry you close to His heart. Lovies.
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by leenova54
18 Mar 2012
Thank you, I wish you well too. All the sickness around us brings me down but not enough that I don't get back up again. I don't think men understand this and if they were the sick ones we would have to wait on them hand and foot.
21543Although I'm not on here as often as I use to be I do think of you and your in my prayers....our lives are in Gods hands and there is no better place to be....Gods blessings and love to you and your hubby.
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by leenova54
16 Mar 2012
Thank you. I deal with it as it comes and I am sure things will change one way or the other so I will just hang in there to see which way the wind will blow me.
8647Dear Debra, I admire you for your positive attitude, you are a fighter! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and big hugs, Yoriko
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88650Hope the shots work. I can't wait to see your curtains!!! Big hugs. DeVon
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
The shot is painful right now but I am keeping busy through it. Curtains won't look much different, same color, blah beige since I don't know if he will paint the living room green or not!
72397Debra- I am a nurse. This mistake should never have happened. Even though you are suffering with the pain right now hopefully this will raise your blood counts back to where they should be so you can start getting your chemo again.
I am glad that you are doing things that you want to do. I am a very firm believer that your frame of mind and your positive attitude makes a very big difference in your chances. Keep on being positive and DO the things that you ENJOY and WANT to do. Don't do it for you husband because he doesn't seem to care one way or another about what the house looks like -- do it for YOURSELF. Do it for YOU. We will be enjoying you here for years.
Mylinda
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thanks. Just hand washing glasses and cups and sorting mismatched to get rid of, keeping busy through the pain from the shot working while he has been on his rear watching nothing on TV all day!!!!!!
by sewbadly
15 Mar 2012
Time to slap that man into a slim jim.
(I have no idea what that means....)
Have you addressed the paint issue all by itself and assign it a level of emotional priority? My husband gets very confused if I talk about too many things at once.. and he does none of them.
What would happen if you said how important it was for you to check the paint off your list.. and ask him to do it, since you are in so much pain.
by sewbadly
15 Mar 2012
... things at once.. and he does none of them.
What would happen if you said how important it was for you to check the paint off your list.. and ask him to do it, since you are in so much pain.
by bowlds
15 Mar 2012
I so agree with Mylinda, do what you want. Each day, do only what you want, not what you think will make someone elses life easier. Besides, it may not make one bit of difference to that person if you sort the mismatched cups!
Hugs
by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Too many things he does or doesn't do frustrate me so I hate to start in on anything.
13250Debra, we know you are a fighter and you are a great example. If you feel like fixing up the place just do.If it makes you feel good : do! In fact try to do all the things you like to do. Hugs for you Cutie!!
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thanks, I am in so much pain but fighting through it by hand scrubbing my glasses and cups of dishwasher residue and sorting to give away mismatched.
743311I am glad that this is not going to have any consequences for you, it is scarry they could have given a wrong dose!!!! Pray for you everyday!!!!
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26714Dear Debra, my prayers are with you daily. Hay never mind your husband you want it nice for you right now,He He. I do understand what you are saying, just keep fighting. Arlene
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thanks, I will fight. I'd like a nice home but our house was never really nice so I do what I can. Love to move but kind of late to worry about that. The house is too full of junk to move.
31366Hugs and more hugs to you. This is so scary. What about the patients that are not able to ask what the meds are for? Spring is no excuse.
Debra do things you enjoy. If that is painting walls go for it if not leave it. Keep on posting. Getting things of your mind is good therapy. Hugs - Angie
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thanks. I am not painting but I would like him to do it. The place needs freshening up. I am so tired and everyone keeps calling to check on me. I guess I am cared for.
109774Thank you for keeping us posted and by the way Debra, you are going to be with us a long time yet. You go girl. BIG HUGS. Sarah.
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255054Not morbid at all. I totally understand the rational behind fixing things up a bit for your husband. I believe that is called love. It does not mean you are embracing an exit. Rather, you are doing what you need to do for yourself and your husband. I think it is really a healthy attitude and a great focus of your time. Good for you.
As far as the numbers... that is all they are. I am betting on YOU. Hang tough.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thanks, it's nice when people understand the reasoning. My Mom keeps crying and it makes me crazy, I mean I understand but come on, I'm trying to hold myself together too.
3075Debra, you are a fighter, my dear, whom I admire immensely! I know it has to be difficult to stay positive, when your strength is zapped. The Lord is leading this battle for you, and He doesn't deal with percentages! Focus on other things that you are still able to do that give you pleasure, and a feeling of accomplishment! My prayers for your strength and healing are ongoing!
A BIG hug to you!!
Angel
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Thankfully He doesn't deal with percentages cause I plan to be here longer than that! Keep the prayers coming! Thanks!
12500It is terrible that there is not better checks in the Hospital for these things not to happen. You have to be on your toes all the time and question things. You are your best advocate. Glad nothing happpened to you. Have fun fixing the place up. It gives you a lift to see it transform into something new. Just like you!! All that 50% stuff is just a guess on thier part. I have seen people beat the odds more times than I can count. The human spirit is unstoppable. You go girl!!We are paraying for you! Suzanne
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Spring was in the air and everyone was in a good mood and wanting to get out early.
111384What hospital are you going to, sounds like they don't have it all together. Bless you my prayers are with you. Hugs Dean
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
It is considered one of the best around here. I won't go to Cleveland Clinic, traffic (an hour and a half drive each way), neighborhood, walking and going up there 2-4 days a week, no thanks. I go to Aultman Hospital in Canton Ohio
by mumzyfarm
15 Mar 2012
It could have happened at any hospital we just expect the nurses and doctors to be perfect and make no mistakes and hopefully they are trying to do the best they can. My prayers are with you and the doctors and nurses to do the best they can for you. hugs dean
5335Debra, I'm so glad this mistake didn't cause you anymore problems. We know you are a fighter and it gives us all strengh to see you being so strong. Always remembering you in prayer, as well as your hubby. Hugs, Judy
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Me too, I recognized the type of syringe and knew I get that shot so didn't even think to question it. They didn't even have my paperwork in the room, they had to run and get it!
1053078119Wow what a mess up! That nurse needs to be repremanded appropriatly. What if it had been something that would have done you harm? New curtains always seem to perk up a room and the paint will work wonders. Hugs, Mary
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Yes, she was still crying this morning when the doc called. The curtains are the same color so no real change there and I doubt he will ever paint! He does not do much of anything!
33871So glad you are alright but I believe that Nurse needs a slap on the wrist because she could have put you in great danger or might make another mistake with someone else. I am so happy that you are doing great and expect you'll be around for many Christmas's to come.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
The nurse was still crying this morning. My doc called first thing. I am in pain from the shot but will be fine.
26316My good friend Debra, his sense of humor, I see that you are better. I'm happy for you. God protect you always! A big hug.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
I try to stay in a good mood but now and then it's hard. I am strong though.
46919I think I would up that 50%/25% chance to 50%/50%. I like those odds better. Good luck on getting that wall painted. Last weekend I spent the afternoon painting a dark plum wall in the office they are moving my daughter to. Now she wants me to go paint the other walls that they had painted badly a cream color. lol Not a chance. I couldn't move my arms the next day. They are ten foot walls and I hate being on a ladder that high. Hugs to you.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
I know, I think I have better odds too. AS for painting, I have always in the 34 years we have lived here done EVERYTHING, he said he wanted to paint, I said fine but I am not doing any of it! It's been at least 6 months that that little can has sat on the table! I move it around but it stays on the table!
89895Lucky for you their mistake didn't cause any damage. I do wonder about the way some of the doctors' offices are run. You must have a heart as big as all outdoors to give that nurse a hug. Keep on fighting girl! You'll make another Christmas with an attitude like yours. You're still on my prayer list!
Meri
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
OMG, I was so sorry for them till as this day has passed and I have thought what could have happened if it had been something different. I even gave the 2 nurses mini FSL angels!
15572WOW! Was that the lovely Neulasta shot that's $3500 a piece?
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Yes, that is it, that was one thing the younger nurse who brought the shot out mentioned was the cost, I don't know if they will hit her for it or not.
by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Also she said it was her 2nd screw up of the day. Hmmmmmm. Spring in the air!
by bowlds
15 Mar 2012
Stuff like that always gives me such a feeling of confidence in them! GEEZ, I fix people's Internet and I'm more careful than that.
by sewbadly
15 Mar 2012
Yikes. One of those shots at a time was enough for me. Did your extra shot amplify your side effects, too?
by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
OH yes, I am in pain right now from it. Hips, thighs and ribs all painful. Should go away soon, I hope!
by sewbadly
15 Mar 2012
That is a nasty shot. Sorry you are having the pain... in addition to your other pain. Gets old.
29237I think I understand. It may not be recommended to get an "extra" shot, however at this point the benefits would outway the risk. This boost is good right? Thanks for the update. Prayers to you and your hubby, Mom, Dad and friend.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Yes, they said that the blood work did show my white count was a little low so this would boost it but now I am thinking how dangerous this could have been!
173695My goodness. What an ordeal for you. Bad enough to have to have the shots but twice. Maybe it'll give you a burst of energy. Anyway, I'm sure they will be more careful in the future. Sorry this has happened and sorry you have to go through so much. I understand your desire to fix things up a bit. It gives you something to think about and a goal too. You will continue to be in my prayers.
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Yes, they said my white count was a little low so the shot would just boost it but after the day is passing I am realizing they could have given me something that could have done damage.
23222My dear I was thinking on you with your shot on Monday and now this story...! Hope your blood don't went up and down like a rollercoaster.
Here it is 4.00am and I need a little nap now.
There is something on the way to cheer you up a little. Sending you hugs and positive thoughts :o)
Bettina
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by leenova54
15 Mar 2012
Oh sweets, go get some sleep, I don't think you get enough, lol. I'll watch my mail :)
by ansalu
15 Mar 2012
You have to watch your postbox but not before the weekend ;o)
Was taking a little bit of sleep. Luckily Anna has not to get up cause we all have a gastrointensial virus (Felix first, then me and now that we both are better the rest is laying flat).
by ansalu
15 Mar 2012
Wow sounds like you are very "precious" now with those expensive injections. Seems you are shining now golden inside ;o)
Hope you can sit relaxed in your chair and watch hubby painting...
Hugs, Bettina
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