Where Have I Been?
Where have I been? That's a good question. Short answer,,in a rehab facility. How did I get there? Another good question,,transferred from a hospital. Details::::I had developed 2 pockets of "fat" at my waist line. But wasn't ordinary fat. It resisted touch, didn't jiggle, and was almost hard. I know fat since I've been fat most of my life and this wasn't ordinary. Two doctors said it was weight gain due to quitting smoking. My weight got to 329 pounds,,the heaviest I've ever been. It got to the point that I had trouble walking because of the right leg swelling. I couldn't get up the steps to the house so I was afraid to leave the house. With no docs that make house calls, I called an ambulance and to the E.R. and was admitted, then the rehab facility. With bountiful pee pills and catherization, the fluid flowed out. While this was going on I was getting physical therapy to get my legs in shape.(I couldn't walk when I was admitted). I, now, weigh 272 pounds and can walk without help when I need to, but use a cane. Will get more therapy at home. So, that's where I've been.
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Have missed you. I didn\'t know what to think. I hope you will do better and getting some of that water off, shall help. Just know you are in my thoughts. I was worried about you. One day at a time, my friend. Hugs and WELCOME HOME! How is Kit doing?
Welcome back and congratulations for losing weight! You can give yourself a big pat on the back for all you\'ve done to improve your health! You deserve a nice big hug too for all you\'ve accomplished!
HELLO, SO GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU, THAT IS WONDERFUL NEWS, WELL DONE, KEEP IT UP, IT IS GOOD THAT YOU CAN WALK, HOPE KIT IS WELL, MISSED YOU, LOVE LUCY****
Wow, Mike -- this is good news on the walking. I\'m glad life is improving some for you. :-)