I saw my cardiologist yesterday afternoon for clearance from him for my surgery. No signing off from him until I pass another stress test and have an ultrasound of the carotid arteries. So frustrating. I have the ultrasound Monday morning and the stress test on Wednesday morning. This doctor is a stress test freak. I have had so many stress tests since I have been seeing him for the last 3 years. Too many to count on one hand. Just a little bump in the road. I am tough though and I am going to make it. I am wearing my t-shirt this morning that says “Never Underestimate the Power of this Woman.”
Things got better last evening though. My nephew Mike and his wife Celeste stopped by on their way to sightsee in Springfield to see me. What a very nice treat!! My daughter and son in law came over too and we all went to Kouri’s http://www.kourispub.com/ for supper. I had catfish, coleslaw, corn on the cob and a baked potato. We all had a nice visit and then Mike and Celeste went back to Springfield to spend the night and do some more sightseeing today
http://www.kourispub.com/menus/pekin/
Thursday night I had the opportunity to speak with an old blogging friend from the Boston area. It was great! I have spoken to quite a few of my blogging friends throughout my blogging years (2005 till the present) but I have only met 2 of them. One of them Patsy, from West Virginia and the other one was Stephen from East Peoria which is right down the road from me. Quite a few of my blogging friends have been with me from the beginning.
My sis in WV Rae scanned me 18 photos a couple of nights ago. These were old photos that my mom had in a picture frame. One of the photos is of all of my sisters including me. I love those old pictures Rae. I hope you find some more.
From left to right. Sisters, Ebby, Chris, Corrie, Rae and Beth. Not really sure of the date of this picture although it must have been taken right before I met Jim as I have on an old boyfriend’s class ring. And I see I had my hair blonde on the top and sides.
I hope you all have a peaceful weekend. Stay safe and be happy!!
Beth
Yes Beth, you are tough and your shirt says it nicely. You will get through this just fine, I have no doubt. Doctors can be a trial sometimes. How nice to have that visit. Just the right 'pick me up' along with the wonderful pictures.
ReplyDeleteBeth I hope all these bumps will soon pass. I enjoyed our meeting so. I loved you as a blogging friend and now since we've met a good friend. You take care, my scars are healing, I still get a little emotional when someone sees what i've been though. You know when you tell them it was cancer and then there it is the "Cancer Face" you know where they squint and look sorry for you??? Anyway You are right we are tough and this too shall pass. Love you Hugs
ReplyDeleteForgot to sign my name Patsy.
ReplyDeleteFirst, I LOVE that picture and it IS a treasure. I think it is one of the finest I have seen and certainly the only one of all of you together. What a joy for you.
ReplyDeleteAs for the stress test, maybe it's a good idea but I remember how many you have had! It seems so overdone but too, I sure am not a doctor and I don't know all of the reasons he has this done. But better to be on the safe side I am sayting just to tery to make you feel better! :-)
Love and hugs and prayers
Like every bump in the road, I drive slowly over them;) Hang in there and I'm loving the photo. Hopefully your sister scans more:)
ReplyDeleteYou have an amazing attitude that will help you hurtle those bumps that happen from time to time. The old photo is sweet. I love old photos and how they are able to bring back wonderful memories.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that picture! So good that you have it.
ReplyDeleteYes, that is a "bump in the road" for the stress test. Hopefully all will show the doctor there are no worries.
Sending along my hugs, thoughts, and prayers.
xo Nellie
Sis I saw that photo and thought of all the great times you must have had together. Looks like you were close in age too etc. Glad you had some nice visits and dinner. Need to keep that strength up. I sure pray that things will go smoothly for you,delays are a real pain. The doctors just have no idea what it is like to be on the "other side " of things. Take care
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Hi Beth, great photos here. Sounds like you had a lovely meal of catfish as well. As far as the stress tests go, I would prefer to have a doctor who is thorough, which sounds as if your doctor is, than not. I am praying for you. Sending you hugs and much love.
ReplyDeleteyou keep wearing that tee shirt Beth, you are strong, I'm so glad the last few days have been good, you deserve them, I'm keeping you in my prayers, I love to see the old photos, you guys look so cute!! Hopefully all the tests will soon be over, I know they are a nuisance but just one more step to healing, I think of you often and I'm thinking positive thoughts always, you will be well and fit soon!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you had time with family. That is always special. Sorry about the bump in the road but there may be a reason that your doctor is concerned about. Better safe than sorry as the old saying went. Anyway, our whole church prayed for you last Sunday. I thought you might like to know this. Be safe, and may you be returned to good health. Bertie
ReplyDeleteSorry you are hitting bumps in the road. Praying for your appointments next week. Love the picture of you and your sisters. What a treaure!
ReplyDeleteSorry for the bump in the road. But you are a touch lady!
ReplyDeleteNice to have your nephew Mike and his wife visit. It's always nice when family visit.
Nice picture of you and your sisters. Brings back memories I'm sure.
Hang in there, my friend. You are strong, and you are in the prayers of many. Strngth in numbers, too! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteThis is a precious photo. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry you have to endure more tests. I know it gets tiring/frustrating.
So happy you had a nice dinner out with friends/family. I love catfish and slaw!
Remembering you in prayer.
Sorry for all the stress tests you're having to deal with Beth. I can imagine that just getting this over with will be a dream come true. I'm delighted that you had some wonderful distractions...what a blessing! Prayers for you continue.
ReplyDeleteThat's lovely you spent time with your family Beth. What a great photo to be treasured , love these old black and white's.
ReplyDeleteI scanned some for my Brother a few years ago, he gave him a chuckle. You are in my Prayers stay strong, hope the appointment's are ok.
Hugs Sheila xx
I don't doubt for one minute that you'll be just fine. How nice though to get together with family for a good meal and good times. In the mean time. Know I'm thinking of you and sending prayers.
ReplyDeleteGosh not a good delay - but you are strong and you can make it! I did not know that you had been blogging since 1995. And I followed you on bloglovin follow me back! sandie
ReplyDelete"Never Underestimate the Power of this Woman" I love it Beth I would never underestimate you great shirt.
ReplyDeleteI love catfish it sounds delicious and the company priceless.
Love the photo Beth you have many sisters just like I do that is the best. What a looker must be in the genes:)
Take care my friend my thoughts and prayers are with you keep wearing that shirt. Hug B
I am saying prayers for you Beth,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful Photograph!.
I just know things will go OK for you.
Gene is going to just wait & see what his cancer does
before he decides anything..
We both are doing OK right now.
Love you Beth..
Hugs
Oh Beth.. I love the old black and white pics. Do you happen to know what Year this was taken? You and your sisters all look a like.
ReplyDeleteThoughts and prayers are always with you. And most def. Never underestimate your power!.. You are amazing and I know you will get through this.
Didn't we think we were pretty. Me
ReplyDeleteI will be glad when you are through with all your tests, Beth. How fun that you could meet some blogging friends over the years...and how nice to have relatives pop in, too. Blessings- keeping you in my prayers- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteYou are woman; I hear you roar. You look so cute in the photo. I'm always amazed when people sight see in Springfield. I'm sure it's more interesting to people who don't live there. I do miss a restaurant downtown called The Feed Store. Mmmmm . . . so good.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie, who prays for you
Sorry your doctor is testing you so much....but so happy your family is taking time to come by and pay attention to you. You need their love and support! What a wonderful photo of you and your sisters! You were a beautiful bunch of girls, for sure!
ReplyDeleteLOVE that photo Beth!! As far as the bumps in the road, I sincerely hope they will smooth out. I will say though that an overly thorough doctor is a good thing.
ReplyDeleteWonderful picture Beth. Ah a bevy of beauties. It was also wonderful to talk to you Beth. The restaurant is similar to one we have here called Jonathon Brewers. I'm headed there today after a trip to the movies. Now back to some photo printing.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you Beth....great picture!!
ReplyDeleteNice to have some company and dinner out! I hope all goes well with your tests and I LOVE the picture of you and your sisters! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the picture of you with your sisters. You most certainly are made of tough stuff Beth and I'm glad to know you through your writing. :) You're in my prayers friend.
ReplyDeleteYou are a tough girl Beth. I am glad I have known you through the blogging world at least since around 2008. I haven't met any of my blogging friends yet in person. The photo of you and your sisters is so precious. You all looked like a bunch of beautiful happy girls. In my thoughts and prayers sending hugs and healing.
ReplyDeleteI love old photos.................and hate stress tests.............
ReplyDeleteDr. Must e a stress freak. Lovely photo....take care, still saying prayers for you, and I asked my blind dad to include you in his prayers.
ReplyDeleteYes you are very tough lady. Praying for you still. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteYou are one strong lady! I really admire your positive ways. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely photo of you and your sisters. :)
XXOO WE got thru our thing here yesterday. xxoo
ReplyDeleteI love all the old photos you have recently posted. It must be such a joy to have copies of them. You and your sisters have such beautiful names.
ReplyDeleteTake Care, Beth!