And Then I Ended Up In The ER

My, what a lovely shot of my feet.

Have you ever been going along fine in your life, take a nap, and then wake up with a pain in your right side like you have trapped gas?  What?  You don't.  Ok, never mind.

I am not one to just go to a doctor.  I figure if it's "trapped gas", it will work itself out sooner or later.  I got said gas on a Tuesday.  Dealt with it,  sometimes it was worse other times it was better.  Friday comes along.  My darling daughter comes to talk to me.  I'm having a bad moment.  She of course is all concerned (gosh, I raised her well), and asks me if I'm ok.  I said I was fine.  Then she says the words I will never in my life forget.....

"I'm going to go tell dad"

Noooooooooooo.   She is pulling the I'm telling dad card on me!!!!!!  What the!!!!  They make me call my doctor, who tells me to "get yourself to the emergency room honey bunny".  Yeah, cuz she is cool like that.

This is where the fun and excitement begins.  Mr Dazee decides that I deserve to be taken to the newest hospital in the city.  They have like 100 emergency rooms.  The problem is, I don't think they have that many doctors.  But I digress.  We get there at 5:30 pm.  They take my name and tell us to wait.  We go into the crowded room and wait, and wait, and wait.  Lady sits down next to us and continues to barf.  Joy.  They finally call my name.  Get me registered and tell us to go sit in the other part of the waiting area.  Another person calls me in and gets all the info, "why are you here", blah, blah, blah.  Sends us back out to the waiting room.  Eight o'clock comes.  We are still sitting in the waiting area.  A nurse comes out and says, it could be another 2 hour wait.  What the......  Mr Dazee calls the hospital, THAT IS CLOSEST TO OUR HOUSE, and is also pretty new.  Much to our surprise, there is no one in the waiting room.  

Needless to say, we go there, I get right in.  We are put into the room, where I'm asked to get rid of my clothes, because, well, I think they just like naked bodies, and we wait.  FINALLY, Doogie Howser, the doctor comes into the room.  He is going to come back and do an ultrasound of my gallbladder.  S.a.w.e.e.t.....  We wait.  

Now, when you are having a pain in the whole right side of your body, and they stick the ultrasound thingy on your body, it hurts.  Damn him.  Finally gets done and says, "well you have some "old" gallstones, but when I push on your gallbladder you don't have pain.  It's in a different area.  We are going to have to send you in for a CT Scan".  I at this time start seeing and hearing the money machine start to cha-ching.  Get all that done, wait for Doogie to come back in and tell us all the results.

I have some issues peeps.  My liver thinks it has been an alcohlic or intravenous drug user.  But alas, having diabetes also causes your liver to think that way.  Apparently, I'm going to need a biopsy to see what is really going on.  Oh, and as Doogie said when he walked in the room, you have a small cyst on your kidney.  Whilst thinking small as in maybe the size of a quarter, he shows us with his hand the a shape like an avacado.  Small my butt.  Even the CT report that we got a copy of from the Radiologist called it a large cyst.  Oh Doogie, you are a silly, silly man.  

So all in all, I guess my daughter "telling" on me was good.  Except now, my family doesn't believe me when I say I'm feeling good.  I get the "what is your pain level" question everyday from each of them.  

I usually don't like people to know what ails me.  But I promised a reason behind the photo.  

Now, I'm on my way to have a word with mother nature.  It was raining, but alas it has now turned to snow.  The witch.

Questions That Really Make You Think

I know, I know.  I've been away much too long.  There is a reason for that, but I will tell you about that later.

While getting caught up on my blog reading, I came across these questions that Joey at Joey's Pad had posted on his blog.  They weren't your normal, what is your favorite color questions, they were ones that really made you think about life.  Thanks for the questions Joey.

Are you proud of your country, if so why and if not why?
I am glad that I live in the United States.  Some things I'm proud of, and others I'm not.  I'm glad that I have the freedom to think and do what I want.  I'm not proud of the fact that others don't think that I have a voice, or because of certain situations, I'm a "lazy, good for nothing" person taking advantage of the government.  I believe that people have the right to own guns, but I don't think that massive assault weapons should be allowed to be sold or owned.  There, I said it.  Hate me if you want.

What have you given back to the world you live in and/or what do you intend to give in your life time?
Wow, this is an intense question.  I would say that I've given people the shoulder they need to cry on, and laughter.  Oh wait, what have I given the world.  I'm but a tiny speck of dust in the world.  I would love to say that I have made a difference to the world, but I haven't.

Are you afraid of death?
I would be lying if I said I wasn't afraid of death.  Most of the time, I'm ok with it, but then  I read things, and it makes me think more and more.  I do believe that there is life after death, and I will be with loved ones again.  I just can't seem to wrap my head around that when we die, we are gone forever.  I guess I'm not making sense here.  With all the billions and billions of people in this world and others, are we just spirits for ever, or is there really reincarnation, where we keep coming back.  If you really sit and think about it, it gets too heavy.

If you were to meet God in real life what would you do?
I would ask why there are so many rotten murderers, child molesters, thieves, abusive men and women, allowed to just keep getting away with their crimes.  I'm over the whole "we will not be given more than we can handle" saying.  You can't tell me that a 2 year old that is being sexually abused is being "tested".  Nope, nada.  Not in my lifetime.

Would you want to make the future not mysterious?
Not necessarily.  I want to look forward to things.  It makes it more exciting.

Will you stand up for banning capital punishment, if not why?
I believe in capital punishment.  I don't believe that someone that has murdered someone, without question, should have 15 years of appeals.  I'm sure their victims appealed for their life, but not for years.  I believe that they should be given one appeal, within, oh maybe 6 months, and then if it doesn't go through, out they go.  I don't want my taxes to go to keep someone in prison for the rest of their life, with 3 meals a day, free college education, and laughing at everyone that they have hurt.

What would you like to be if given a choice - king, an elected ruler or a fascist?
Hmmmm.   I would love to be queen, but only because I would get to be very rich, without having to earn it, and ride around waving at people all day.  I would never be an elected leader.  Everyone thinks they would be so much better than you.  If they are so much better, run for the office and put your money where your mouth is.  Fascist?  No freaking way, by definition of it is,
Extreme right-wing authoritarian, or intolerant views or practice.
In what I can see running rampant around this county, there are too many of these types of people.

Would you like to be like somebody?  If so why and if not why?
Not really.  I'm good with who I am, and what I represent.

Do you think emotions are for weaklings?  If not why?
I do not think that emotions are for weaklings.  If you have them, you are a real person.  If you don't, get out of my face.  Don't be judging me for mine.

What in your opinion is the reason for the misery in the world?
I hate to say it but I think religion plays a lot in the misery of the world.  "my religion is better then your religion".  NO....IT.....ISN'T.....!!!!!  So many political wars going on in the world.  Why?  Aren't we all human?  You can't come through the Gaza Strip because you are not the right religion?  Get over yourselves.  As long as you are doing good and charitable things, who cares what God you believe in, or if you don't believe in a higher power.

If there is another life, what would you want to be, male or female?
Hmmmm, interesting question.  I think I would still want to be a female.  There is nothing like feeling a little human being doing flip flops in your belly.  Or being able to cry during a sad movie, jumping up and down for joy when you hear exciting news from your children.  Who knows tho, maybe in my next life I will come back as a man.  You never know.

I hope that these questions got you thinking.  I would love to see what your answers would be.  We are all different, and have our own ideals, but just remember.  WE ARE ALL ALLOWED TO THINK WHAT WE THINK, AND NOT BE BROUGHT DOWN FOR THOSE SAME IDEALS.

Oh, and just to wet your whistle, here is a picture of me.  From a couple of weeks ago.

I know, the suspense is going to kill you.  mwaa-haa-haa

That Jeep Is Out To Get Me

The other day, I had a girls night out with my little sister Emily.  

You know when you have a hankering for a car.  And you just need to get it out of your system?  She decided that she had enough of the "mom" car and got herself a red jeep wrangler.  Now, don't let this picture fool you.  It has HUGE tires that makes it kind of hard for a rambunctious redblooded american woman with no problem getting in and out of cars gimp like me to get in and out of.  Lets just say, by the end of the night, which is 9 times later (yes, I said 9, stay with me here), I was praying to the step stool gods to miraculously have one right where I needed it.  But alas, no such luck.  

The first stop of our travels was at a little Korean restaurant in Provo, Utah.  It was called Spicy Corea.  I have never had Korean food before, so she ordered for us.  We got the bibimbap.  At first, when she said they put an over easy egg on the top, I was, no way.  But I put my big girl panties on, and decided to try it.  LOVED IT.  When it came out sizzling in the stone bowl, she told me to stir it all together so the rice wouldn't burn on the bottom and it cooked the egg.   Will definitely go back sometime.

After struggling to get back into the jeep from hell, we were off to the Provo City Library.   We arrive at the library, and take 3 (yes 3) different elevators trying to get to the 3rd floor.  Apparently, the elevator doesn't go to the third floor.  Errrr

Kathy Reichs and her son Brendon, were promoting their new book series.

We got seats on the second row.  (didn't help the quality of my pictures, but oh well).  I couldn't stop looking at her thinking, "I wish I had your money".   A tenured professor, a forensic anthropologist, called in to crime scenes (but only the ones that interest her now), author of the Tempe Brennen books, and co-producer and co-writer for the very popular TV series Bones.  Which has been picked up for their 9th season.  Yippy Ya-hooey.

This is her son.  He is a recovering attorney.  Very funny guy.

This was during the question and answer period.  See how she so nicely wanted to answer my question.  She was saying, "ooh, ooh, pick me, pick me".  hahahaha.  I kid.  

And no, I wasn't one of the lucky ones that had a sticker under my chair that would have gotten me a free book.  Dang.  Wasn't in the cards for that day.

We didn't stay for the book signing, because, well, I didn't want to buy a book, I like to do the ebooks anyway.  I tell Emily I really need ice cream.   What does this mean.  I HAVE TO CLIMB IN THE BLASTED JEEP AGAIN.  Help me.

Now, we could have gone to a really expensive ice cream place.  But no, I wanted a big twist cone.  We drove over to Macey's Grocery Store.  You can get 4 sizes of cones there.  Small .59 cents, medium .99 cents, large $1.59, and jumbo $1.99.   And boy did we beat the rush.  It was the happening place for ice cream that night.  (plus, Utah is the ice cream capital of the world, in case you hadn't heard)

We went with the medium.  Look at all that creamy goodness.  We also got us a cup of ice water, because, I don't know about you, I need water after ice cream.  We sat there and talked about stupid laws that the State Of Utah was trying to pass.  I won't go into it, but needless to say, we have some real yokels in the legislature.  Just sayin.

We finish the ice cream.  I am dreading the walk to the jeep.  I couldn't do it.  I promise. I tried for about 4 minutes to grab the freaking roll bar and pull myself up.  We were laughing hysterically.  Not to mention, the car parked in front of us was pulling out so they got to witness it, and then when another car pulled in they sat there awhile to watch.  So.....embarrassed.

When we finally arrive back to her house, and I roll out of the jeep, she goes for the big hug, thanks for going with me.  What does she do?  Pours her ice water all over me.  

Oh Good Times.

The Life Of A Dazee

It's time once again for you all to find out those useless pieces of information about myself that you know and love.  If you need someone to blame it on this time, it would be 

Angel with Singed Wing Angel's Pad.  She had these questions, said for us to use them.  Because she is cool like that, and doesn't get her panties all in a wad if someone does.

Read um and weep kids.

1.  What Were You Doing 10 Years Ago

Hmmmm, lets see.  10 years ago, I was 45.  I was working at the place that I "hated", loving every minute of it.  I had just become a grandma for the first time.  Yup, lots of things going on at that time in my life.  NOT.

2.  What Are 5 Things On Your To-Do List
a.  Get a job.
b.  Write a children's book
c.  Spend more time with people that make me laugh
d.  Meet my boyfriend, Shemar Moore, in person
e.  Have I mentioned, get a job?

3.  What Are 5 Snacks You Enjoy The Most
a.  Soft Lemon Cookies From Smith's (Kroger)  oh my....
b.  Yogurt Breakfast Bars
c.  Coffee Ice Cream
d.  Cool Mint Oreo's
e.  Carmel Frappe from McDonalds

4.  Names Some Things You Would Do If You Were A Millionaire

a.  Buy each of my kids their own home, mortgage free
b.  Go on a bunch of different cruises, but ummm, not on Carnival, cuz, yeah, they've been in the news too much lately
c.  Visit historical sites in the United States
d.  Visit blogging friends in the US, Canada, and England

5.  Places I Have Lived
Logan, Utah
San Jose, California
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Las Vegas, Nevada
Different Cities in Salt Lake County, Utah

6.  Some Bad Habits I Have
a.  Swearing
b.  Road Rage
c.  Many, many more that I just can't think about right now.  :)

7.  Jobs I Have Had
a.  Flow Solder in the HP Calculator Factory.  Oh yeah, top of the line there.  Loved it.  After the boards got put together with all the diodes and stuff, they would "pass over the hot solder" to  make them all stay in place.
b.  Secretary at a Purse Manufacturer.  I was young and skinny.  It was owned and operated by men from another country.  Can I just say, when I had to go into the back where they were making the purses, the men worker's would "stand at attention", and not by standing up out of their chair, if you catch my drift.  Yikes
c.  Receptionist
d.  Purchasing Agent
c.  Office Manager

Now it's your turn to play along.  Go for it.  Don't be scared.