W.A., Sis and I also have difficulty getting hair cutters to do what we ask. Sis in particular often ends up with hair shorter than she requested. I guess they think they're artistes, so know best, no matter what the customer wants. At least the weather's getting warmer, so your ears won't freeze. But I agree it's an aggravation.
Thanks for letting me know that women have this problem too. I was almost wondering whether it might go back to me looking male even though I ID as nonbinary.
Hi W.A.! Great to see you posting! Went back and read your posts from the last thread.
What colour couch? Do you have favourite colours for your apartment? We have a lot of tans and blues.
I've had to switch hair dressers many times because I wasn't happy with the way they cut my hair. But when you find one who does it right, definitely stick with them...! They're not rocket scientists, and they just do what they think you want. I find I have to be VERY specific.
Haven't left the house in two days, since Spinnaker needed continuous observation. At 2:00am today I called over to the Emergency Vet Hospital to ask some questions, as she still hadn't pooped. Happily today was far more successful, and the antibiotic has finally kicked in. She's doing a whole lot better and we are greatly relieved!
Meanwhile, the Robin bird on the front porch has 4 eggs! That may be a full clutch, or she may lay one more. We'll see. The father bird has also been around...bringing treats to his mate. Hoping this is a successful nest.
By now most of you have noticed that I am not posting much lately. There is a reason.
About a month ago I was diagnosed with lymphoma, a form of cancer. But it's not as dire as it sounds.
First, the lymphoma is not systemic. At this time it is confined to the skin of my upper left arm. The docs keep using terms like "mild," and "nonaggressive" to describe it. The oncologist went so far as to say that when my time comes I may well die of something else.
Still, lymphoma can become systemic, but the odds of that happening are small. And it would remain slow-growing and treatable.
So I have been preoccupied and running around for biopsies and tests and treatments. The affected arm is covered with lesions -- cancerous skin lumps. I had radiation Friday, which the docs hope will dissolve the lumps. They're giving it a month. We shall see.
One is never prepared for a cancer diagnosis. The C-word continues to be scary. And I have embarked on a journey whose end I cannot foresee. There's nothing to do but remain optimistic and fight it like a banshee.
Your lymphoma sounds a lot like my prostate cancer. I figure as lpng as I get my semiannual treatment I have nothing to worry about. Hope the same is true for you.
I was just trying to imagine what I might die from and the only thing I could come up with is sheer old age.
Hi all.
ReplyDeleteW.A., Sis and I also have difficulty getting hair cutters to do what we ask. Sis in particular often ends up with hair shorter than she requested. I guess they think they're artistes, so know best, no matter what the customer wants. At least the weather's getting warmer, so your ears won't freeze. But I agree it's an aggravation.
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting me know that women have this problem too. I was almost wondering whether it might go back to me looking male even though I ID as nonbinary.
DeleteThat may be part of it. People do have preconceptions, after all. But it's certainly not the whole explanation.
DeleteBTW it's good that the couch has been ordered. Sounds like your apartment is shaping up nicely.
Hi W.A.! Great to see you posting!
DeleteWent back and read your posts from the last thread.
What colour couch? Do you have favourite colours for your apartment? We have a lot of tans and blues.
I've had to switch hair dressers many times because I wasn't happy with the way they cut my hair. But when you find one who does it right, definitely stick with them...! They're not rocket scientists, and they just do what they think you want. I find I have to be VERY specific.
The couch is a caramel faux leather. Other colors around the place seem to be black and green.
DeleteHaven't left the house in two days, since Spinnaker needed continuous observation. At 2:00am today I called over to the Emergency Vet Hospital to ask some questions, as she still hadn't pooped. Happily today was far more successful, and the antibiotic has finally kicked in. She's doing a whole lot better and we are greatly relieved!
ReplyDeleteThank goodness!
DeleteMeanwhile, the Robin bird on the front porch has 4 eggs! That may be a full clutch, or she may lay one more. We'll see. The father bird has also been around...bringing treats to his mate. Hoping this is a successful nest.
ReplyDeleteCouldn't help thinking of Alan as I made this list of links to post. Sure do miss him here.
ReplyDeleteSenator Warren seeks details on acting ICE director’s ties to private prison industry
Federal judge rules Trump’s name must be removed from Kennedy Center
Judge orders Trump to respond to fraud claims over IRS lawsuit settlement
I’m an epidemiology professor. The Trump administration is bungling its Ebola response.
Political firestorm heats up after unrest at ICE detention center Delaney Hall
ICE agent sought in Minneapolis shooting arrested in Texas
I miss Alan too.
DeleteAs do I.
DeleteBy now most of you have noticed that I am not posting much lately. There is a reason.
ReplyDeleteAbout a month ago I was diagnosed with lymphoma, a form of cancer. But it's not as dire as it sounds.
First, the lymphoma is not systemic. At this time it is confined to the skin of my upper left arm. The docs keep using terms like "mild," and "nonaggressive" to describe it. The oncologist went so far as to say that when my time comes I may well die of something else.
Still, lymphoma can become systemic, but the odds of that happening are small. And it would remain slow-growing and treatable.
So I have been preoccupied and running around for biopsies and tests and treatments. The affected arm is covered with lesions -- cancerous skin lumps. I had radiation Friday, which the docs hope will dissolve the lumps. They're giving it a month. We shall see.
One is never prepared for a cancer diagnosis. The C-word continues to be scary. And I have embarked on a journey whose end I cannot foresee. There's nothing to do but remain optimistic and fight it like a banshee.
My love to you all. -- nordy
Love to you, Nordy! ♥
DeleteYour lymphoma sounds a lot like my prostate cancer. I figure as lpng as I get my semiannual treatment I have nothing to worry about. Hope the same is true for you.
DeleteI was just trying to imagine what I might die from and the only thing I could come up with is sheer old age.