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I just don't get people saying they "wiped out" (surfing term - when they just tripped and/or fell.
Well, there's falling and then there is wiping out. LOL
wipeout
noun
wipe·​out ˈwīp-ˌau̇t
1
: the act or an instance of wiping out : complete or utter destruction
2
: a fall or crash caused usually by losing control
3
: a total or decisive defeat :
Because that's what is feels like, a total wipe out!!
How are you feeling Kathryn? Haven't read back.
OK so less than a week after I WIPED OUT and broke my left humerus, which was not humorous, I went to the dermatologist for an appt I already had, and was diagnosed with melanoma. Not fun. Then I came home from the doctor and my fourteen year old dog was sick as could be and the next day I had to put him down, which was also definitely not fun. At that point I was a bit emotionally fragile but the good thing is that my kids rose to the occasion. Still feeling a bit wobbly emotionally and sick to death of having the pain of a broken arm but things could be worse, I guess.
OK so less than a week after I WIPED OUT and broke my left humerus, which was not humorous, I went to the dermatologist for an appt I already had, and was diagnosed with melanoma. Not fun. Then I came home from the doctor and my fourteen year old dog was sick as could be and the next day I had to put him down, which was also definitely not fun. At that point I was a bit emotionally fragile but the good thing is that my kids rose to the occasion. Still feeling a bit wobbly emotionally and sick to death of having the pain of a broken arm but things could be worse, I guess.
KA, sorry to hear about all the challenges you've had over the past week. Wishes for quick healing and health to you.
OK so less than a week after I WIPED OUT and broke my left humerus, which was not humorous, I went to the dermatologist for an appt I already had, and was diagnosed with melanoma. Not fun. Then I came home from the doctor and my fourteen year old dog was sick as could be and the next day I had to put him down, which was also definitely not fun. At that point I was a bit emotionally fragile but the good thing is that my kids rose to the occasion. Still feeling a bit wobbly emotionally and sick to death of having the pain of a broken arm but things could be worse, I guess.
Kathryn, I'm so sorry to hear this, I can imagine feeling frazzled and emotionally fragile is an understatement at this point.
You know it was a kindness to your old dog friend to end his suffering, though it's emotionally hard to do that, hugs and kudoes to you for doing this at an otherwise awful time. I just have to ask, you ARE getting that melanoma taken care of, as a priority, aren't you? Your arm, too, but a broken arm won't kill you like a melanoma might if allowed to spread.
So glad your kids are gathering around to help, and for moral support. Hugs to you, ((((Kathryn)))))
Oh dear. Hope you're doing a little better now. That's A LOT to deal with. So sorry about the wipeout and your doggo. May he RIP and the melanoma turn out to be benign.
Be sure and have someone check your back twice a year for suspicious spots. Both my mom and grandpa had melanoma and other types of skin cancer for 40 years. Once I moved away and couldn’t check my mom’s back the doctor had her come in twice a year. People can’t see their back and they occur there sometimes. I and my siblings go once a year for a full body check because of the history. I am so sorry about your beloved fur baby. You have had so much bad luck. Hugs).
OK so less than a week after I WIPED OUT and broke my left humerus, which was not humorous, I went to the dermatologist for an appt I already had, and was diagnosed with melanoma. Not fun. Then I came home from the doctor and my fourteen year old dog was sick as could be and the next day I had to put him down, which was also definitely not fun. At that point I was a bit emotionally fragile but the good thing is that my kids rose to the occasion. Still feeling a bit wobbly emotionally and sick to death of having the pain of a broken arm but things could be worse, I guess.
Oh no Kathryn. I'm so sorry for the loss of your doggie. So, the melanoma means you need to be hypervigilant about checking yourself going forward...
I guess this is your 3 things (and it's over). Fingers crossed.
Guess you have to experience being tall to understand its advantages and realize there are disadvantages too. I've always been more or less " height challenged" at 5'3" ( and now in my old age shrinking every year) so I've always hoped maybe in my next life I will be TALL. As in 5'8" or more.
And I would hope, if female in the next life, that I get to experience what it's like to be a normal size woman.
I always wished I could just have a week to feel what that was like.
Kathryn, I'm so sorry to hear this, I can imagine feeling frazzled and emotionally fragile is an understatement at this point.
You know it was a kindness to your old dog friend to end his suffering, though it's emotionally hard to do that, hugs and kudoes to you for doing this at an otherwise awful time. I just have to ask, you ARE getting that melanoma taken care of, as a priority, aren't you? Your arm, too, but a broken arm won't kill you like a melanoma might if allowed to spread.
So glad your kids are gathering around to help, and for moral support. Hugs to you, ((((Kathryn)))))
Yes, I am getting the melanoma taken care of as quickly as possible. I am working with the doctor now to figure out a date in the next coupla weeks to get it taken off. The issue is that it's on my left shoulder - and my left arm is the one that's broken. Also, I AM going to see my daughter in Virginia October 11-18 and I have already bought the ticket and arranged pet care so there's all that. Pretty sure she can do it before I leave but I want to be sure she doesn't make the broken arm worse. Considering the bruising on the arm, it would be hard to miss but I am not in la la land when it comes to how they tend to sling you around when you're under. Hopefully she can do this in an office under local anesthesia. Man, I hope so.
Be sure and have someone check your back twice a year for suspicious spots. Both my mom and grandpa had melanoma and other types of skin cancer for 40 years. Once I moved away and couldn’t check my mom’s back the doctor had her come in twice a year. People can’t see their back and they occur there sometimes. I and my siblings go once a year for a full body check because of the history. I am so sorry about your beloved fur baby. You have had so much bad luck. Hugs).
Thank you so much, Terry! I admit it - I do feel sort of bogged down and pitiful right about now. I mean, my arm hurts, my shoulder already hurts (and will hurt worse) and most of all, my heart hurts for my sweet doggie.
I miss him every single day.
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- when they just tripped and/or fell.
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