Every day is a little bit better. I think John is feeling a little better as well. He ate normally today and we went out running errands and for a walk after dinner. It's only 7:30, and I'm worn out, but my routine is pretty much back to normal.
We had a nice rain shower this afternoon. We really need the rain here. The water level in the St. John's River is low right now. However, we spoke to Norm and Sue and they did not have any issues with the water depths. Everything seems to be going well for them so far.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Well, Norm and Sue left this morning, heading for Beaufort, North Carolina. We stood on the dock and waved good-bye to them as they floated away. I am certainly going to miss their smiling faces. Sue is my exploring buddy. We both like to do the touristy things and our husbands do not. Our plan is to catch up with them in a couple of months and then cruise to the Chesapeake Bay with them.
Since it's difficult to get and manage cash while we are cruising, especially without a car, the four of us came up with a plan to handle money between us. I kept a notebook in my purse, and every time we shared the expense of something (like gasoline or car rental), or we picked something up at a store for the other couple, it was put in this notebook. I kept a running total. The idea was that when it got to be $100 one way or the other, we would pay up. Well, instead of doing that, if it got out of whack, the couple who owed the other couple would buy that couple's lunch or dinner when we went out until it got pretty much even again. It worked out really well for us the entire time we have been cruising together. It's sure a lot easier than passing small amounts of money back and forth all of the time.
Today was my post-op doctor appointment. The doctor said the biopsy was good and everything looks fine. Glad that's over with. Now we have to get John back on his feet. My doctor recommended an Urgent Care for John and he now has a prescription for an antibiotic. I certainly hopes that works for him. We are getting cabin fever. There are things to do, places to go, and people to see.
There is already another boat in Norm and Sue's slip next to us. The people pulled in this afternoon and we were talking to them. They have a gold AGLCA burgee which means they have completed the loop at least once. Anyway, they saw our port of call is Aurora, IN and asked if we kept our boat at Earl Bratfish' place. He also knew Bob Todd from Catalina. He said he still talks to Steve Todd. He is a retired lawyer, but I don't remember his name. We'll talk again and I'll ask him. It is definitely a small world.
Since it's difficult to get and manage cash while we are cruising, especially without a car, the four of us came up with a plan to handle money between us. I kept a notebook in my purse, and every time we shared the expense of something (like gasoline or car rental), or we picked something up at a store for the other couple, it was put in this notebook. I kept a running total. The idea was that when it got to be $100 one way or the other, we would pay up. Well, instead of doing that, if it got out of whack, the couple who owed the other couple would buy that couple's lunch or dinner when we went out until it got pretty much even again. It worked out really well for us the entire time we have been cruising together. It's sure a lot easier than passing small amounts of money back and forth all of the time.
Today was my post-op doctor appointment. The doctor said the biopsy was good and everything looks fine. Glad that's over with. Now we have to get John back on his feet. My doctor recommended an Urgent Care for John and he now has a prescription for an antibiotic. I certainly hopes that works for him. We are getting cabin fever. There are things to do, places to go, and people to see.
There is already another boat in Norm and Sue's slip next to us. The people pulled in this afternoon and we were talking to them. They have a gold AGLCA burgee which means they have completed the loop at least once. Anyway, they saw our port of call is Aurora, IN and asked if we kept our boat at Earl Bratfish' place. He also knew Bob Todd from Catalina. He said he still talks to Steve Todd. He is a retired lawyer, but I don't remember his name. We'll talk again and I'll ask him. It is definitely a small world.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Norm and Sue came over for Happy Hour tonight, but John didn't feel well enough to come outside. Tomorrow is my doctor appointment and I think we will ask her about who John should go to see about his condition. If it was just a bug, he should have been over it by now.
I met the couple in the boat beside ours. It's called "Brown Eyed Girl". The people seem really nice. They went out for a ride and when they came back, Norm and I caught their lines. I stood out there talking to them for the better part of an hour. You meet the nicest people in marinas.
The rest of the day I spent doing Sagel genealogy research. That is one of my favorite things to do, along with sewing, boating, reading, and scrapbooking. And, thanks to Paul, singing karaoke.
I met the couple in the boat beside ours. It's called "Brown Eyed Girl". The people seem really nice. They went out for a ride and when they came back, Norm and I caught their lines. I stood out there talking to them for the better part of an hour. You meet the nicest people in marinas.
The rest of the day I spent doing Sagel genealogy research. That is one of my favorite things to do, along with sewing, boating, reading, and scrapbooking. And, thanks to Paul, singing karaoke.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Valentine's Day 2012
Happy Valentine's Day to all of you and your lovers.
Today is the first day since Friday that I have put real clothes on instead of a nightgown. I am no longer taking pain medication. I even walked to the office to pick up mail. So, I am doing much better. John started out rough this morning, felt better in the late afternoon, enough to eat dinner, but then felt crummy at bed time again. Hopefully, tomorrow will be good for him. I hate to see my Valentine Sweetie not feeling well. He gave me a very sweet card today. I didn't even manage to get him a card. I love you, John. Just so you know.
Norm and Sue were preparing to leave here in their boat tomorrow, but they still have a couple of things to do. Therefore, we will get to see them one more day before they take off. They are heading to a Hatteras Rendezvous in Beaufort, North Carolina. We don't have a Hatteras, so we are not going there. We plan to catch up with them after we come back from my Mom's big birthday party. It will be strange traveling without them. We will miss them while we are apart.
Today is the first day since Friday that I have put real clothes on instead of a nightgown. I am no longer taking pain medication. I even walked to the office to pick up mail. So, I am doing much better. John started out rough this morning, felt better in the late afternoon, enough to eat dinner, but then felt crummy at bed time again. Hopefully, tomorrow will be good for him. I hate to see my Valentine Sweetie not feeling well. He gave me a very sweet card today. I didn't even manage to get him a card. I love you, John. Just so you know.
Norm and Sue were preparing to leave here in their boat tomorrow, but they still have a couple of things to do. Therefore, we will get to see them one more day before they take off. They are heading to a Hatteras Rendezvous in Beaufort, North Carolina. We don't have a Hatteras, so we are not going there. We plan to catch up with them after we come back from my Mom's big birthday party. It will be strange traveling without them. We will miss them while we are apart.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Well, my nurse John is now sick. He has chills and an upset stomach, which he didn't get from me. However, we are a great pair. Nothing exciting is going on here. We sleep and watch TV. Hopefully, tomorrow will be better for both of us.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
This has been a very boring day. I didn't sleep all day like the past two days, but I'm not moving around a lot either. John continues to wait on me hand and foot. It's hard to sit here and let that happen. Every day gets a little bit better. Both of us will be happy when things get back to normal. It is nice to feel so loved though. Norm and Sue brought some lovely flowers over yesterday. They make me smile every time I see them.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Saturday, February 11, 2012
The surgery has been completed. My gallbladder was able to be removed laproscopically. That should make recovery a lot easier and faster. So glad to be this far along. My stomach is sore, but I'm certain it will feel better every day. Yesterday was spent sleeping. Today has been spent sleeping as well. My wonderful nurse John is taking very good care of me. He has many domestic talents that he had not displayed before. Granted, these are not things he likes to do, but it is nice to know that he can, if need be. Thank you to all of you for your prayers and well wishes.
The air conditioner is now fixed. Just in time for the high temperature tomorrow of 53 degrees. That figures. We have taken care of a lot of little things on the boat since we have been here in Sanford. "Seas 2 Day" is looking better all the time.
The air conditioner is now fixed. Just in time for the high temperature tomorrow of 53 degrees. That figures. We have taken care of a lot of little things on the boat since we have been here in Sanford. "Seas 2 Day" is looking better all the time.
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