I am trepidatious

[lbpesq]

Hey Coz, at least it sounds like they are zeroing in on the issues and taking the necessary steps to resolve them.  But yea, it definitely sux that you have to endure this - and I'm sure it's damn stressful on Mrs.Cowboy too.  At least you can turn on the TV and get some wonderful news.

Bill, tgo

[cozmik_cowboy]

I have not yet worked up the nerve to really tune into the trainwreck; saw about 15 sec. earlier today & it still wasn't called.  Don't need that stress.

Peter

[cozmik_cowboy]

PS - what they put in, it turns outs, is called a "PICC line"; "Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter".
It's stuck into my inner left arm about 2/3 of the way from elbone to shoulder, and extends 45cm into my bloodstream to sit in the superior vena cava (I dunno; ask Jonathon).

Peter

[David Houck]

Moderator's note.  Given the circumstances, we thought to extend the boundaries of our posting guidelines for a moment.  That moment has passed.  Please keep our guidelines in mind.

Many have spoken of the need for healing the nation, and not just the US but healing divisions within countries and communities throughout the world.  Such healing is not the work of politicians and governments; it is our work.  Each of us.  And the starting point for such healing is always now.

[lbpesq]

Bill, tgo

[hankster]

Glad they figured out that infection Peter!  Seems like you're in better hands now.  I hope now you can start to really recover.

[pauldo]

Peter, I shall continue tossing my healing thoughts into the ether for you.
 
I’m with moderator Dave... the rest of this year and the rest of my lifetime there will be a heightened focus on healing.  Both friends (you and others I am aligned with) and also those who are confused about what is truly important in Life. 

Paul (who finds Fred Rogers to be more iconic everyday)

[jacko]

Fingers crossed for you Peter

Graeme

[cozmik_cowboy]

Moderator's note.  Given the circumstances, we thought to extend the boundaries of our posting guidelines for a moment.  That moment has passed.  Please keep our guidelines in mind.

Many have spoken of the need for healing the nation, and not just the US but healing divisions within countries and communities throughout the world.  Such healing is not the work of politicians and governments; it is our work.  Each of us.  And the starting point for such healing is always now.

Thank you for the latitude, Dave.  We remain, as always. enthralled by your awesomeness.  Controls back on as requested.

Peter

[lbpesq]

Let’s start the healing with some more good old Grateful Dead!

Bill, tgo

[cozmik_cowboy]

Back at the rehab joint; tomorrow I jump back in where I was Oct 19 or so......................

Peter

[hankster]

Keep the faith Peter!  Positive though in your direction.

[cozmik_cowboy]

Well, they've decided I'm good enough; I go home Wednesday (after 45 days of hospital food).
Still need a walker to get around for the foreseeable future, and am worried about the stairs - but I'm way ready to blow this joint!


My farthest to date with the walker is 150'; I won't be walking to the library anytime soon, but that's more than enough from any point A to any point B in the house and to spare.  #3 son (the carpenter) came down from AK for about a week to help his Mom, and (along with winterizing the yard & garage for me and such like) ADAed my walk-in shower in the basement & the bathrooms.   

Peter (who, day after tomorrow, actually gets to touch a guitar for first time since Oct. 11!!!!)

[growlypants]

Congrats!  You're gettin' BETTER!!

[lbpesq]

Great news, Coz!  May I suggest a stairs strategy from my own limited experience.  Your butt is your friend.  Sit down on the top or bottom step and go up/down on your ass one step at a time.  And maybe get a second walker for upstairs.  It's a lot easier than wrestling it up and down your narrow stairway.   As for "blowing the joint", I'd wait until you get home, and don't forget to suck the joint before you blow.  It works better that way.

hehehehe

Bill, tgo