I have been able to maintain the status quo on the dental work until the coming week. It maybe getting worse, but the Anbesol seems to hold the pain and discomfort at bay. I quit using the waterpik for now, and I really miss it. I will call the dentist in the morning before I go to the chiropractor, and if he can get me in early enough in the day I will probably do it, and without the valium so that I don't have to worry about getting rides to and from. If I have to wait, then I want to wait until Thursday so I can go to my art class. You can see where my priorities lie at this point in my life, and it is with what brings me joy, companionship, good conversation, and a feeling of trying something new!
I have mentioned my next door neighbor, Ed, in several previous posts. He hasn't looked or moved well lately, and I notice a vehicle has been parked in his driveway for several days & nights now. At first I think they left at night and came back in the morning, but now I see it there most of the time, day and night. Ed really shouldn't be left alone and I guess he's like the crotchety old rest of us who refuse to lose our independence and our homes to go live in a facility somewhere. I shouldn't knock it because I have never been to a retirement or care facility, and who knows how beneficial they might be to some folks.
I've given up on doing anything except the absolute necessities until I get this dental work taken care of. I'm sure it has been working on me for a while and is what has sapped my energy. I was so disappointed when I got on the scale this morning and discovered I lost 2#, and now I'm under 120. Those will be the hardest to put back on, and I've been trying to eat regular meals today, although I know I'm not keeping up the calorie count. It is so disheartening, so since I'm obviously feeling sorry for myself I will cut this off right now. Be back tomorrow in a better mood - promise!
To leave on a comical note: I got showered and dressed this morning and gave myself one last look in the mirror - damned if I don't have a "pouch" on the left side of my face! I look like a squirrel getting ready for winter. (I guess it's swelling.)
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I have known and know several folks living in assisted living places. They have been very nice places that I would enjoy living in when I get to the point my abilities would fit in there.
ReplyDeleteBarney, I agree that there are so many possibilities for assisted living. If I reach that point I really don't know what I'd do, although I know I don't want any of my kids to have to take care of me.
DeleteSome of the assisted living places are nice and some no so nice. But I sure will check them out, I don't want to live with any of my kids. Ora Gel has a realy good mouth rinse for infections come in a white bottle. I don't think you should be putting off the dentist that poison is not good for your body
ReplyDeleteI realize I need to get the dental work taken care of soon, hopefully tomorrow. It certainly isn't going away. I don't want to live with any of my kids either, and hope I just quietly slip away but we don't have much choice on how we leave this world.
DeleteI hope you can hold off till Thursday so you can make it to your art class.
ReplyDeleteI had wondered what had happened to Ed and his barking dog. Maybe his family hired a full time care giver to look after him?
Assisted living facilities tend to be nicer than nursing homes and also more expensive. We had to put dad in a nursing home after his three strokes as mother could not possibly take care of him by herself. I got to see a lot things that go on there...I promised myself that I would take care of my mother for as long as I was physically able to do so...only as a last resort would I put her there.
I think there are all kinds of places for the retirees who can do for themselves, to those who need assistance. Some are great and others are terrible, and I hope I never have to make a choice for anyone in that situation.
DeleteI know what I would want to do for myself, but it's scary to think that many folks reach a stage where they can't think or decide for themselves, and for many their wishes aren't carried out.
Oh gosh, I feel for you...... Teeth problems are worse. I think your right about
ReplyDeleteIt zapping your energy. I'd say get it taken care of soon as you can.
It's putting toxins in your system. Best of luck !
The anesthetic is wearing off and I feel terrible!
DeleteOh dear, swelling means trouble. They say problems with your teeth can affect the rest of your health so you are probably right about your energy. I can't imagine ever losing too much weight.
ReplyDeleteI had one molar pulled this morning and will have one on the other side pulled next week. I feel like crap right now!
DeleteOh dear, swelling means trouble. They say problems with your teeth can affect the rest of your health so you are probably right about your energy. I can't imagine ever losing too much weight.
ReplyDeleteOh I feel so sorry for you. Tooth and jaw troubles and pain are really hard on a person. I will have to go to a dentist soon, since one of my teeth got a chip in it at the gum line.
ReplyDeleteWe both have our problems, don't we.
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