April 1, 2009

• All the Time in the World

  We've all had the feeling, "I have all the time in the world."  We've also said of other people, "S/he has too much time on her/his hands."  I'm pretty sure that's where the bad habit of procastinating originates!  However, "All the time in the world," is not the case with me.

  I thought for sure I was done with appointments, etc. and, surely, I would *never* have anything more to do, except wait for my surgery and get the house in order.  You've also heard the phrase, "Never say 'never.'"  Yep!  Don't say it!

                                         
  

  I have new requests of my insurance company - I have to find a NEW primary care physician BEFORE my surgery April 17th.  I need to GO to the physician and establish myself as a new patient.  The Pollyanna part of me says that the GOOD NEWS in that phone call  is:  I found out I'm 100% covered medically.  I thought I was only covered for cancer, and I am, but they are covering me for colds and if I stub my toe . . . thus, the need for a primary care physician. 

                                          
                                                            (Pull the tail/string, and the toy rat vibrates)

  I called the radiology place to see if they had my work from last week in their office.  I wanted to make sure they had my insurance number.  I was told it would be weeks before they received paperwork to bill me; and, if I got a bill, just call them at that time with my insurance number.  When I came home there were two messages - one was the radiologist's office asking for my insurance number (rolling my eyes!).  I didn't need to call them back, because while I was writing a check at Wal-Mart, they called my cell number and asked me for that number.  So much for them needing it in a few weeks!

                                       
                               I'm pretty sure she could work one of the old See & Say toys where you pulled a cord!

  The other phone message was the insurance people calling to be sure I knew all about my coverage and that's when I learned I'd have to find a new doctor for my minor aches and ailments.  I called the girl and number back to learn of my coverage, and she told me I should consider applying for food stamps.  I've always known our family probably would qualify.  The size of our family and our income most likely would net us a bunch of benefits.  We've chosen to never inquire and have made it just fine without assistance.  BUT, she said these were different circumstances and I should call.  I called the county office, quickly explained, cancer - no income yet from the lawn business - here's what we DO have . . . and the food stamp office said she definitely thought it was worth my time to come out and apply.  One MORE place I need to be.  I'm an economical shopper and cook.  But, since I won't be doing the shopping and cooking, it's possible our food costs may rise while I'm recovering.  Another Pollyanna thought - it's possible we may get more temporary help.

                                       

  Here is a sample of Thursday morning's schedule:
  7:30am     - I have to be at the hospital for an x-ray of my hip and an MRI of my thoracic spine (lengthy visit)
  10:30am   -  Rissy has her physical therapy appointment and her leg braces may be ready
  12:40pm   -  JoAnn arrives at the airport

  Does it look like I have "all the time in the world"????????  Not to me!!!

  Meanwhile, between today and April 16th, I have to work in the hospital x-ray/MRI, meet with food stamp people, find a new physician and go see him, and make one more trip to the grocery store for the stuff that I forgot to put on yesterday's list.

  Nikki and her family arrive on Monday (4 days from now) and will be here all next week.  We don't celebrate Easter (which is the same day as my birthday this year), but I don't know if Nikki's family does something with our granddaughter, Jaiden.  I definitely don't feel like making a huge meal.  I can barely do the paperwork and meet all the people at the gazillon appointments.

                                        
                       Chirper is fascinated with where the water goes and wonders how the refill water does its thing!
  
  
  
  Yesterday, I cleared the junk from the guest room floor - mainly stuffed it all in those cupbaords that were empty after I cleaned a few weeks ago.  All but some of the girls' white clothes have been washed (thanks to Jesse's help).  That is a miracle in itself because we haven't BEEN here to do laundry!  We ate leftovers again last night.  I don't know how those leftovers have multiplied to last a few days - but I've sure appreciated them.

  I took Sushi and Chirper to the vet yeserday morning.  Sushi had her rabies shot.  Chirper had his nails trimmed and has gained even MORE weight!!!!!  He is 7pounds 6 ounces!!!!!  The veterinarian can't believe how well he has been doing.  He gave Chirper a clean bill of health as far as respiratory and bowel system.  Thank you, Lord!

  After returning the pets to our house, I took the girls to Applebee's for lunch.  I had a gift card from last Christmas from Stephanie.  We split salads and ordered one of their high calorie chocolate desserts and split it, too.  After lunch was the Wal-Mart trip and then PetSmart for some treat sticks for Tango (the cockatiel).  I don't know when I'll be able to take the girls out again.  It only cost me $7, with $6 of the $7 being a tip!

                                            

  So, while some may have "all the time in the world" - I don't.  My schedule continues to fill up each day, despite the fact I was relatively sure I'd have *some* time to relax and smell the roses.  As you can see from the pictures, the children and pets have "all the time in the world" to relax and enjoy whatever catches their fancy!

  I'd give you "Today's To Do List" . . . but things probably will be more of a mock chaos than a list to scratch off each accomplishment. 

  At the store yesterday, I bought 6 large packages of ground turkey meat that need to be divided into smaller packages and then frozen.  Also, a large package of boneless, skinnless chicken breasts that need to be divided.  Since tomorrow morning is taken with places to be every minute of the clock, the meat division must be done today.  Oh yeah . . . it would be nice if I could work in a bath this morning!!! LOL

  Seems like someone (or a few) have asked what Bible passages I was reading over and over again.  The only one I have time to quote is

  PS 118:17 . . . I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord. 

  I'm memorizing the 91st Psalm and know the 23rd Psalm by heart.

  Here are a few more:
  Ephesisans 6:10-17
  I John 5:14-15
  Hebrews 13:8
  Matthew 18:18-19
  John 9:31
  Jeremiah 30:17 (1st half)
  Proverbs 4:20-23

  If any of you would like to look up these passages and pray with me, I'll accept any and all prayers!

  Be Blessed  ~

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