Needing a fill...and not wanting one...

I really need a fill...have needed one since before Christmas, BUT I really don't want to go back to south Dallas to get one...I don't like the drive...I don't like having to miss half a day of school. It would be so much more convenient if I could just run to Denison or Sherman after school or before school. I called the one doctor that I'm aware of treating bariactric surgery patients, but was told by whoever answered the phone that he wouldn't see me. She wasn't interested in gaining a new patient for him, she wasn't interested in helping anyone, and she certainly wasn't interested in good publicity! I'm a bit frustrated, because I really do want a fill on a regular basis.

Life screening...

I've been wanting to have a health screening done for about a year--even tried to schedule one that was advertised about six months ago, but could never get through. Finally, had one a few weeks ago....and I'm fine...not that I had any reason to think otherwise, but it's just kinda nice to know....when one is over 50.

The carotid artery scan shows any plaque buildup and blood flow. Mine was mild on both sides and not affecting blood flow velocities.

The atrial fib screening was normal--nothing detected.

The abdominal aortic screening was normal--nothing detected.

The peripheral arterial screening was normal.

I had a bone mineral density screening done also, but do not have the results yet. As soon as I get it, I'll post here.

Replacing my favorite granola

My favorite granola for years has been Kellogg's Granola Without Raisins. Since late last summer, it's gone missing in my neck of the woods. The website says it's available to buy in my town, but it's not on the shelves at Walmart or Brookshires. I've even looked in Dallas at Lisa's Albertsons.


I've tried about 3-4 different substitutes and they just didn't measure up. I've lived without my breakfast of granola, yogurt, fresh blueberries, and walnuts since September. Finally, couldn't stand it any longer when I saw a shipment of fresh, large, plump blueberries last week, so searched the shelves again for a substitute and I'm happy to say I think I've found one!

New bed!

I love the bedroom suite I have...and got it at a fantastic bargain buy about 4 years ago. About 2 years ago one of the side rails developed a vertical split, however, Steve was able to bolt it back together. Then 6 months later, Gracie took a running jump and thought she could clear the footboard, but instead hit it full force with her chest and did a flip onto the bed...and in the process managed to completely break the side rail away from the footboard. I've had that side propped up with concrete blocks ever since....with good intentions of going to get another bed. Last week the side rails split on the side I sleep on (what's with that? bad wood? cut on the wrong grain?)....I went to Haverty's and bought another bed, however, I bought the upgrade bed which is mucho sturdier---but it was worth the $200 extra (actually less--I got a Valentine's Day 10% off and Steve saved me $100 in delivery fee).

Even though the sleigh style is the same, there are few differences of note: 1) The whole bed is about 2-3 inches longer because it has a different joining arrangement. 2) I'm having to rehang a picture because the headboard is so much higher--at least a foot! 3) The mattresses sit about 4-6" lower--more platform style. 4) Prissy can no longer get under the bed--which was one of her favorite places to sleep.

Thanks Steve for picking up the bed! Thanks Keith, Ashley, and Lindsey for delivering and putting it together!

Now I need a new living room set-- I'm looking at leather.