October 27, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. MRI.

 I have never before had an MRI and I hope to never again take one.  They are noisy and uncomfortable.  I did not like it.  During the test I went through all the reasons that I should have talked Dr. Sheehan not to tell her to agree with one.  But it was too late.  But I should have never agreed to take it.    I knew what it was going to say.  My spine is full od cancer cells.  And my spine hurts.  Which was exactly what it showed.

The day after the MRI I was called by the nurse , telling me to make an appointment with the neurosurgeon.  I asked what the good doctor might do or say.  She replied that he could suggest surgery or inject shots into my spine, neither of which I did not hear.  So I refused to see the new doctor.  I did not wish to see another doctor.  I am getting pity in my old age.  Perhaps I could ask the new doctor to look at the MRI to suggest recommendations.   But at the moment, I am doing nothing.  

I should never have agreed to take an MRI  from the beginning.  I made a mistake.  

October 26, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. A Terrifying Moment.

 I was on the phone late in the afternoon.  When my calls were over, I discovered the night had fallen and it was pitch lack.  And I had not turned on any lights.  I should have turned on my phone light.  But I was clearly not thinking, so instead I laughed out in the pitch black to find a light switch.  I knew the stair were not far away so I made sure to stay away.  I walked toward the light switch, all in the pitch black.

After a long walk, I discovered that I was wedged into a corner of the kitchen.  I could not move my walked.  And I needed to sit down.  But I have no chairs in the kitchen,.  I was in a panic.

Using siri on the phone, I called Donna who immediately came to my rescue and took me to the TV room whee I recovered.  But it was a terrifying moment for me.  

October 25, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. The World Series.

The World Series will begin on Friday with new faces on the block.  The Arizona DiamnindBacks, who just scraped in the playoffs will play for the World Series.  Baseball is such fun because in any game and any series a new team can emerge.  Talk about peaking at the right time.

I picked the Phillies to win the World Series.  Now they will not even get into the series.  Today they will clear out their lockers to go home.  What a surprise.

The Diamondbacks will play the Texas Rangers who beat the Astros, finally, to get into the World Series.  It has been a long time since they last played in the final.  So now we await the games.  One would think that they will win but the Diamondbacks are on a roll.  So here we go. 

October 24, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. PET Scan.

 As expected, my scan yesterday was terrible.  The breast cancer has spread to the long bones as well as my pelvis.  And lots more in my back, which is why my back hurts so much.  Also the ribs.  So I could have gone back on chemo which would sent my glucose levels souring again.  Along with that with would have all the diabetic medicines.  

Instead, I have decided to let nature takes its tome and I receive no further treatment.  No more chemo.  No more scans.  Instead my geriatric doctor  will register me for hospice where they will check up with me once a week until I need more care.  I have already arranged for my helper to help me from 8 to 8 every day.

Unfortunately I will be unable to go to the Birthday  celebrations in December.  Nor will I make Mexico for the winter.  Instead I will be snug in my Mississippi home.  I am pleased with my decision.  Now I will enjoy myself.  

October 23, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. The World Series.

 Well..  The Houston Astros will not play in the World Series in October, 2023.    A new team, the Texas Rangers beat the Astros in the 7th game of the Championship series.  And they beat the Astros decisively. For the last several years I got used to seeing the Astros in the World Series.  But not this year.  I always love to watch the Astros win.  But I also always enjoy new blood, so I am happy.

And in the most unlikely game, tomorrow , the Arizona Diamondbacks will play against the Phillies to get into the World Series.    I always thought that the Phillies would play in the World Series.  But now we must wait for the th game tomorrow.  Wait and see.

)October 22, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. Sunday Brunch.

 My family indulged me, especially if I am not at my best.  Every Sunday they meet me at a different restaurant for brunch but this day, Mary Frances suggested they bring m brunch to me at my own house.  And they did.  They picked up food on the way at Bravo, after first ordering the food on line.  And  we sat in the living room to eat our very good food.

They they helped me with a bunch of little things that needed to be done in the house.  And wee sat and visited while I enjoyed their company.  I always appreciate my family but I especially appreciate their kind deeds.    I enjoyed the good food but especially their company.  IMy family indulges me.  

October 21, 2023. Madison, Mississippi. Solitary Saturday.

 Today, for the first time since I arrived in Mississippi, I am alone.  Except Christina suggested that my helper come today.  In truth, she thinks I should have more helpers, especially during the night.  So today, Britany worker her normal times of 8 to 2.  So I was only alone for the rest of the day.  Britany prepared my main meat at noon and for supper she left me a bowl of seafood chowder, made by David.  So I did fine.

I watched football late this afternoon while I was drinking my orange drink and watched Texas eek out a win over Houston.  It was close but the Longhorns won.  Tonight I watched more baseball, which of course, I always enjoy.

David is home safe and sound in Liverpool while I return to my solitary state.