Saturday Morning Thunkin’

This morning Alex and I went out on our deck about 5:15 or so and I sat there drinking coffee and waiting for the sunrise. While sitting with Alex curled on my belly as I stroked his coat, I began thunking again. The follow is a summary of some of my thoughts.

Last week’s hospitalization resulted in many benefits. My throat was painful as it increased in swelling and I was more that I bit concerned as my esophagus began to swell shut, but the overall experience was quite advantageous.

While hospitalized I had the best over-all physical check up that I have had in years. I learned quite a bit about my health and I’m sure that my VA medical records reflect the same.

In the hospital I met some really neat people, such as intern Dr. Laura, who treated me; nurse Sarah, who went out of her way on a very busy night to help me be comfortable; and nurse Steve, who sought and located a wheelchair large enough to accommodate my wide girth.

All are very neat people. I’m glad that I met them!

Likewise, the events since I returned home from the hospital have been quite beneficial. 

Based upon discoveries during my hospitalization, physical therapist Jo (came by to see me on Thursday) will be visiting me twice a week and assisting me to learn to walk with less (or, maybe, no) pain with the goal of being able to again walk in the neighborhood and the wonderful Louisville parks that are so close to me. Jo is young, energetic, and laughs as much as I do. I like that!

Also two times a week nurse/dietitian (I forgot her name and she didn’t write it down) will be visiting me to teach me how to live successfully with Type 2 Diabetes. She is much like Jo: young, friendly, energetic, and and positive. Also, as we talked, I learned that her grandparents-in-law are members of the church I pastured for eleven in southern Indiana and members of that congregation. I knew the family well! 

It’s a small, and at the moment, quite delightful world!