The doctor visit

Got up this morning and was really worrying about this doctor visit today. I worried what would happen to Tim if I have to surgery. Who would wake him up and see he took his meds and ate? Who would take care of Fancy Pants? What if I couldn't climb into the truck or even drive for a while? Who would do the grocery shopping and run all the mundane errands I take care of every day?

I heard my mom in my head saying I was borrowing trouble and worrying for something that may not even happen. I heard her clear as day. But still I worried.

Took Fancy Pants for our morning walk today though I didn't want to go. I kept thinking about it being cold outside (39 here when I got up). Then I asked myself what the heck is wrong with me! I wouldn't walk a couple weeks ago because it was too hot and now I'm saying it's too cold. Sheesh! There is just no pleasing me.

I took the hubby to the doctor to get his ears flushed out this morning. Seems he had a real reason to not be hearing me! Now he has one ear clear and one that we have to go back for more flushing next week. It was packed full!

We went out for lunch and I had a taco salad from Wendy's. Not a bad choice, in my opinion. Then we went to the park and walked for about twenty minutes. It was a beautiful day and being outside in the sun and breeze was quite enjoyable! After that, we went to my own doctor appointment.

I really liked this doctor. I felt that he listened to me and he took his time with me even though he had a waiting room full of patients. I didn't feel rushed at all. He says that the thing on my leg is lymphedema caused by blood pooling there. He says I have a circulation problem in that leg and need to do more moving. He was glad to hear I'm losing weight and said that should help some to resolve much of the problem on it's own through the diet and moving to keep the blood pumping. (I need an old treadle sewing machine. That would keep my ankles moving and the blood flowing!)

He's sending me for an ultrasound, just in case his diagnosis is wrong. I go for that on Thursday and will hear back from him when he gets the results. He also had a bunch of blood tests run ... CBC, metabolic panel, lipid profile, and TSH for thyroid. I go for the blood tests in the morning and see him again Thursday afternoon. My blood pressure was up a bit (no surprise there) so he may also start me on meds for it.

It's definitely a load off my mind to know that this isn't something life threatening and I won't be needing surgery anytime soon. Whew! Guess my mom was right just like she always was when she was here on this earth.

Once home, I did 20 minutes of my exercise video. All in all, it's been a very good day!