Life has just flown past the last few months. My time has not been my own and it has been difficult keeping up with the blog. Hubby’s recuperation time is finally at an end and he has been good with following Dr’s orders. His sugar levels have been stable and he has rested his feet. Towards the end he was getting very frustrated with not been able to do much or drive himself. I must admit it was difficult for me too as I was doing a lot of driving around and going backwards and forwards to the workshop and neglecting the house. Hubby has had his follow up visit to the Dr who was happy with his progress. He is able to drive himself around and is back at work part-time. He only spends a couple of hours a day there as his feet start aching very quickly and he comes home to put them up. There is one thing I am VERY ANGRY about and that is – he has started smoking again. He went out about a week ago to a Tit Car Meet and had a smoke while out and keeps sneaking a smoke outside. I was really furious and hardly spoke to him for a few days. He has said he will stop and I really hope he does for his health’s sake.
Diane and I have been to the Movies a couple of times to see ‘Despicable Me’ and ‘You Again’. Both of which we really enjoyed. We made the most of our outings with having a meal and a good shopping spree while we were out. I can’t wait to go for a hike again as I have really missed going and enjoying the Suikerbos Route.
Ali started work at the beginning of November and while learning she has to work Saturdays to do the training so we have looked after the Boys a couple of times. The first Saturday we had a get-together at Lifestyle with Pauline, Val and Kim so they could finally see Josh. We had a super time over breakfast catching up with each other’s news. Ali joined us just after twelve and after saying Hi and Bye to Val and Kim she had lunch with Diane and I. Once she left with the boys Diane and I did some shopping before returning home. Last week we picked the boys up and spent the morning at the Botanical Gardens. It was a lovely relaxing time as Diane and I spent most of the time chilling on the grass under the trees while Josh slept and Travis ran around tiring himself out. A tortoise came out of the bushes and was walking around eating the grass. Travis was thrilled and walked around with it until it went back into the bushes. Ali joined us there for lunch and we spent a pleasant hour or so chilling and listening to the birds – there certainly were plenty around in the trees.
I have managed to do some of my annual spring clean with only a few rooms left to do. We had a contractor in to do some much needed repairs to the cottage. Now that it is finished it really looks good though it was most frustrating while they were working. On the Wednesday night we moved the furniture out of the main bedroom into the small bedroom and the lounge furniture into our lounge. The workers only pitched on Friday as they were busy elsewhere and spent most of the time loafing as they didn’t have the right tools. This meant they weren’t finished and had to come back on the Monday. Monday they came late and didn’t finish again. Tuesday they didn’t turn up at all and instead came on Wednesday. This time they had the wrong size ceiling board and only late morning was the right size bought to the house. Once again they didn’t finish and Thursday morning the job was eventually finished. Friday we quickly painted the main bedroom and on Saturday I was finally able to start making it habitable. Saturday we painted the toilet as it was looking rather the worse for wear. The rest of the weekend was spent moving the furniture back, cleaning and hanging the clean curtains back up. Sunday evening while I was in there finishing off the lounge a bat came in and kept flying around. I opened everywhere up so it could fly out and had a drink while I waited for it to go. When I peeped back in I couldn’t see it so closed up and carried on. While arranging the flowers I turned around and found it flying around again. It flew behind the curtain and I closed them trapping it against the window and opened the windows again. I left it and we had supper. When I went back it had gone and I was able to carry on until about twelve. Monday I was able to finally clean the house and by bedtime (twelve) it was finally decent again. Wayne will be here tomorrow so at least I am ready in time for his visit with his girlfriend. We are looking forward to seeing him again and to meet his girlfriend.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Latest from the Plot
Life has been rather hectic the last few weeks. We have entertained plenty and also done some visiting ourselves. We spent a day at the Vaal visiting Barney for lunch. The weather was perfect and we took the Sunbeam for an outing though on the way home Hubby was over enthusiastic when he pulled the handbrake and snapped it. Luckily there was very little traffic and no robots from the Vaal to the Plot. Ali and the boys came through for a day bringing Bob and Sylvia. We had a very pleasant day chatting and enjoyed our lunch together. Their visit must have been lucky as we had our first rains of the season with a downpour just as they drove off. On Saturday Diane and I took Hubby to Suikerbosrand where we went on the Wheelchair Trail. The Trail is only a km long but when it is going up and you are pushing a wheelchair it can be rather exhausting. Diane and I took turns in pushing and when we got to the top sat for a long time enjoying the scenery and peace of the area. There were plenty of birds in the trees and we used the binoculars to try and spot them. Hubby really enjoyed himself. Going down was also tiring as we had to hang on to the wheelchair to make sure it didn’t go too fast downhill. The hike was even more exhausting then doing the 4.5km hike but we enjoyed having a hike again as the last hike was before Hubby’s op.
Time has really flown past and I can’t believe Christmas is just around the corner. Wayne and his girlfriend are coming to visit from the 29 November until the 23 December.
I really need to organise myself as usually by this time I have done most of my Christmas shopping and am on track for the end of the year. Looking after Hubby has kept me busy and distracted from time passing. Also back and forth to the workshop has taken a fair amount of time. It’s hard to believe it is almost two months since his op and only another month till we know what the Dr’s decision will be. Hubby’s foot is doing well but we are both disappointed as the healing process seems to have slowed down drastically. There seems to have been little improvement since last week though at least it is still looking good. It is just the last little part that needs to close now. Weather wise we are still having gale force winds and plenty of thunder and lightning though not much rain at all. The mornings are too windy and cold to sit outside under the trees and I really am missing being able to sit there and chill while soaking up the peace. My hectic life at the moment is starting to take its toll - not as young as I used to be – and I keep falling asleep in front of the TV. I wake up and find I have missed half of my show which is most irritating. Thinking of meals for Hubby also is getting to the stage of running out of ideas for something different. Sometimes he gets sick of having so many veg but that’s Dr’s orders and at least Diane and I love them. I tend to cook extra so that some meals are leftovers which make things easier for me. Apart from that it is great having Hubby around all the time as we have plenty of time to sit and chat. Pushing his wheelchair around is also keeping me fit. The biggest problem now is Hubby’s boredom with doing nothing and he has started doing odd jobs around the place. I stress every time as he stands to do things which sometimes take nearly an hour such as when he replaced the outside light on the Rondaval which had stopped working. He had to drill new holes and fit the new fitting which seemed to tske forever.Afterwards I made him rest for the rest of the day and not even sit in his chair. He is now talking about going up into the roof to see what thermostat is on the geyser to get a new one. He is crazy if he thinks I will let him.
Well that’s all for now. Have a great week and fabulous weekend.
Time has really flown past and I can’t believe Christmas is just around the corner. Wayne and his girlfriend are coming to visit from the 29 November until the 23 December.
I really need to organise myself as usually by this time I have done most of my Christmas shopping and am on track for the end of the year. Looking after Hubby has kept me busy and distracted from time passing. Also back and forth to the workshop has taken a fair amount of time. It’s hard to believe it is almost two months since his op and only another month till we know what the Dr’s decision will be. Hubby’s foot is doing well but we are both disappointed as the healing process seems to have slowed down drastically. There seems to have been little improvement since last week though at least it is still looking good. It is just the last little part that needs to close now. Weather wise we are still having gale force winds and plenty of thunder and lightning though not much rain at all. The mornings are too windy and cold to sit outside under the trees and I really am missing being able to sit there and chill while soaking up the peace. My hectic life at the moment is starting to take its toll - not as young as I used to be – and I keep falling asleep in front of the TV. I wake up and find I have missed half of my show which is most irritating. Thinking of meals for Hubby also is getting to the stage of running out of ideas for something different. Sometimes he gets sick of having so many veg but that’s Dr’s orders and at least Diane and I love them. I tend to cook extra so that some meals are leftovers which make things easier for me. Apart from that it is great having Hubby around all the time as we have plenty of time to sit and chat. Pushing his wheelchair around is also keeping me fit. The biggest problem now is Hubby’s boredom with doing nothing and he has started doing odd jobs around the place. I stress every time as he stands to do things which sometimes take nearly an hour such as when he replaced the outside light on the Rondaval which had stopped working. He had to drill new holes and fit the new fitting which seemed to tske forever.Afterwards I made him rest for the rest of the day and not even sit in his chair. He is now talking about going up into the roof to see what thermostat is on the geyser to get a new one. He is crazy if he thinks I will let him.
Well that’s all for now. Have a great week and fabulous weekend.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
News of the Week
Ali and boys arrived on Sunday morning just in time to join us on our outing to the Circus Coffee Shop for breakfast with Sandy, Godfrey and Kirsten. We arrived just after ten and had a super morning chilling over our breakfast. It was good to be out with friends and family and the time just flew past. It was almost one when we left going via the shops to stock up on things for the week. The rest of the day was spent relaxing and enjoying time with Travis and Josh.
Monday morning Ali took Hubby in for his wound check-up while I looked after the boys. Loraine was very happy with the progress of his wound and removed the KCI as there is nothing left for it to work on. The hole is almost closed up and must now finish closing naturally. Hubby was really pleased to have the machine removed and feels free now that he is not attached to it. The best part is not having that noise constantly going all night while trying to sleep. Late Monday afternoon we went into Alberton to meet up with Diane as well as Angie, Margaret, Julie and their boys to have Pizza at The Harvard Cafe. It was an opportunity for them to see Josh for the first time. We had a great family get-together and Travis really enjoyed playing with Byron and Jared.
Tuesday we all had a fairly busy day. Ali was feeling very energetic and cooked a whole lot of food for us to freeze and use as needed. Hubby and I looked after the boys between us, taking it in turns with Josh and Travis. Travis as usual spent most of his time outside playing and Josh gurgled happily with whoever spent time with him. He is three months old now and really cute. He loves to gurgle and laugh watching everything around him. In between I started my invoices and statements with Ali also helping with them while the boys were asleep. I carried on till late with my statements and scanning to e-mail. I actually fell asleep a couple of times while sitting in front of the computer and eventually went to bed about one in the morning.
Wednesday Ali took Hubby in for his next check-up while I played with the two little ones. Loraine was very happy as Hubby’s wound was still doing so well. Once Hubby and Ali were back we had lunch (Ali’s efforts) before we going into Meyerton to do some shopping and get a new back-pack for Travis for Nursery School. We got back in time to have a cappuccino before Ali bathed the boys and left for home. After they left I quickly vacuumed around the place before having my glass of wine. It was very quiet and peaceful on our own but we were already missing them as we both enjoy having them around.
Thursday was spent finishing off the last few statements and doing some cleaning. Friday we went in to Alberton again for Loraine to check Hubby’s foot. The wound is healing beautifully and looks really good. Loraine will be away next week so showed me how to clean and dress the wound. I hope it keeps healing so well while I am doing it. We went off to the workshop to check on things and I faxed the final few statements. We went shopping to get things needed at the workshop before stopping at Diane to pick up an Ottoman set she had bought herself.
Saturday we left early for the Pride March and after picking up a friend of Diane’s we arrived at Zoo Lake at half nine. Ali and the boys joined us shortly after and after putting them into their prams we went up to where the Parade starts. The day was already very hot with the heat wave that has just started. The parade started earlier than usual due to the heat. The floats were the usual colourful display with the most amazing costumes imaginable. Diane and her friend followed the parade around but Ali and I decided it was too hot to walk and found seats in the shade where we waited for the procession to arrive back. Travis really enjoyed himself and was fascinated by all the colour and music. We had a great day and really enjoyed the vibe of the event.
Sunday was a relaxing day with visits from Priscilla and Justine as well as Barney and Crystal. All for now. Have a fabulous week.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Hubby’s Progress
Everywhere is looking so good with all the new fresh, green leaves growing on all the trees and plants. The garden is starting to look like a garden again and not a desert. We just need some rain now. Daily we have the winds and dust causing havoc with the sinus problems but no rain here yet.
The daily routine is some cleaning with a bit of office work and looking after Hubby. The major part being looking after Hubby and his sugar levels. I’m pleased to say that the small meals with a snack in between really does keep the sugar levels down as his levels are now a constant of around five.
The best news of all is how well his wound is healing. Hubby is still hooked up to the KCI and we are going to the wound specialist three times a week. The difference in the wound each time she changes the dressing and checks the wound is unbelievable. It is closing up so quickly and looking so good. When we think of what it looked like and the size of the wound when the second op was done we just can’t believe how small it now is. The hole is almost closed and is healing so cleanly with no jagged edges but as a smooth rounded area. Both Hubby and I are so happy and pleased with his progress and I’m really happy as Hubby is so determined to keep doing as instructed. He is resting his feet as much as possible with no walking at all and eating properly. The best of all is that he has still not smoked since before his first op. The area on the other foot where he had the ulcer is completely clear except for a spot of dry skin which I massage cream into to keep a callus from forming. Apparently if a callus forms an ulcer could develop again and we are both determined to keep that from happening. Lorraine, the wound specialist, has told us that once the three months are up the Dr will assess Hubby and maybe, just maybe, he will be able to do an op opening the veins in his legs. We are both hoping this will be possible as it would mean that Hubby’s feet would then be back to normal with no chance of ulcers developing again. He would then be back to walking as normal and not having to be off his feet as we originally thought. We were looking at motorised scooters but will hold off buying anything until we know what the Dr’s verdict will be. The good thing about this is how it has motivated Hubby into following Dr’s orders.
Well that is all for now as nothing exciting has been happening lately but this will change as Ali is coming to visit for a few days seeing that the next week is a school holiday. Best of all is the fact that it is the Annual Pride Parade next Saturday and Diane and I are going to get some pics of the colourful event. The vibe and colour is always great.
Have a Great Week.
The daily routine is some cleaning with a bit of office work and looking after Hubby. The major part being looking after Hubby and his sugar levels. I’m pleased to say that the small meals with a snack in between really does keep the sugar levels down as his levels are now a constant of around five.
The best news of all is how well his wound is healing. Hubby is still hooked up to the KCI and we are going to the wound specialist three times a week. The difference in the wound each time she changes the dressing and checks the wound is unbelievable. It is closing up so quickly and looking so good. When we think of what it looked like and the size of the wound when the second op was done we just can’t believe how small it now is. The hole is almost closed and is healing so cleanly with no jagged edges but as a smooth rounded area. Both Hubby and I are so happy and pleased with his progress and I’m really happy as Hubby is so determined to keep doing as instructed. He is resting his feet as much as possible with no walking at all and eating properly. The best of all is that he has still not smoked since before his first op. The area on the other foot where he had the ulcer is completely clear except for a spot of dry skin which I massage cream into to keep a callus from forming. Apparently if a callus forms an ulcer could develop again and we are both determined to keep that from happening. Lorraine, the wound specialist, has told us that once the three months are up the Dr will assess Hubby and maybe, just maybe, he will be able to do an op opening the veins in his legs. We are both hoping this will be possible as it would mean that Hubby’s feet would then be back to normal with no chance of ulcers developing again. He would then be back to walking as normal and not having to be off his feet as we originally thought. We were looking at motorised scooters but will hold off buying anything until we know what the Dr’s verdict will be. The good thing about this is how it has motivated Hubby into following Dr’s orders.
Well that is all for now as nothing exciting has been happening lately but this will change as Ali is coming to visit for a few days seeing that the next week is a school holiday. Best of all is the fact that it is the Annual Pride Parade next Saturday and Diane and I are going to get some pics of the colourful event. The vibe and colour is always great.
Have a Great Week.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Latest Update on Hubby
Diane and I were in Alberton early Saturday morning to visit Hubby and do some shopping. We spent most of the morning visiting and went back to the plot after lunch to pick up more injections for Hubby. Ali phoned and asked us to meet her somewhere as she needed a break and some me time. After fetching the injections we met up at The Glen where we spent a couple of hours chatting and enjoying ourselves at the Mugg n Bean. Diane and I returned to the hospital where we spent some more time with Hubby before going home to have an evening in front of the TV.
Sunday we were up fairly early as we were off to the annual `Wheels at the Vaal’ event. After washing the Sunbeam to use we left to go to the Vaal arriving about half ten. We had a great morning chatting to friends and checking out all that was on display from stunning old cars to steam engines and camel rides. Diane took plenty of pics to show Hubby and after having a picnic lunch with Sandy and Godfrey we left for the hospital. Hubby was happy to hear all about the event and enjoyed looking at the pics though he was feeling a bit down from spending so much time in hospital. It was almost dark when we got back home and we spent the evening getting sorted for the week ahead and watching TV.
Monday Diane left for her week in Alberton and about eight Hubby phoned all disappointed and upset because the DR had told him the earliest he could leave was Wednesday as they need to take a swab and get the results ( 2 days in the lab) before knowing what further treatment will be needed. I spent most of the morning starting a spring clean of the bedroom ready for his return. When I got to the hospital late morning Hubby was waiting for the swab to be taken so his foot could be re-bandaged. After about half an hour his foot was attended to and the bandage and KCI re-attached. Poor Hubby was really feeling down about having to stay until Wednesday. I spent time with Hubby cheering him up until I started to feel ill. The longer I sat the worse I felt until I just had to leave as I was scared I could infect Hubby and delay his leaving hospital. By the time I reached home I felt really ill and dosed up and had an early night.
Tuesday morning I woke up with the worst sinus attack I have ever had as well as a tight, painful chest. My head was pounding, my ears were aching and I had the worst sore throat ever. I phoned Hubby to tell him I was staying away and discovered I had lost my voice. He was very upset and worried and I told him not to worry as I intended sleeping and dosing up. I started some anti-biotics and spent most of the day napping in between finishing cleaning the bedroom. Wednesday Hubby needed clean pyjamas and help to change so I went in meeting Ali there as she also wanted to visit and see how he was doing. I quickly took her shopping to choose herself a birthday present. The results of his swab had shown he had no infection left and the Dr was now waiting for authorisation for his anti- biotic course from the medical aid before he could leave. I kept well away from Hubby with my germs and was home not long after lunch to rest some more as I still felt so bad. The rest of the week was spent either in bed trying to get better or cleaning ready for his return.
Friday we finally received the authorisation and I fetched Hubby at lunchtime after first stopping at the workshop. The rest of Friday and Saturday was spent looking after Hubby and dosing myself up as I was still so ill. I kept clear of Hubby as much as possible as I was petrified I could infect him and cause problems with his foot.
Sunday I woke up feeling much better and for the first time since Monday had had clear head and no pain in the chest though I still have a slight cough and still can’t go anywhere without a good supply of tissues. Diane and I decided to take Hubby out for a bit seeing as he has been confined so long and we left late morning for Eastgate. We had a pleasant time wandering around the shops with Hubby in his wheelchair (It’s great to park at the entrance door in the wheel chair parking) before stopping for some lunch. Diane and I had pasta while Hubby had a Surf and Turf – we let him spoil himself a bit. We all had a rock shandie with the meal and then Diane and I had a cappuccino. After the meal we left for home as I didn’t want Hubby to overdo things though it was great to see how the outing had cheered him up.
Monday we were in Alberton early to see the wound specialist to change the dressing on Hubby’s foot and check on progress. She was very happy to see how well it seems to be healing. He is still using the KCI as the Dr doesn’t want it off until the wound has closed and a covering has started to develop. His next appointment is on Friday with the wound specialist. After leaving there we met Ali and the boys and after shopping for a special lunch for her birthday we returned to the plot. We had a lovely day together and Ali only left just before five to return home. I cleaned up a bit and then we had a lazy evening together before going to bed quite early as we were both rather tired.
Sorry to take so long to do the blog but being ill really took it out of me and looking after Hubby and his diet is a full time job.
All for now. Have A Great Week.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Second Operation and Hospital Time
Tuesday I visited Hubby who was very cheerful and in between I stopped at the workshop to check on things. All was fine so I went down to Hubby before going home but after getting a call from the workshop I returned to get supplies they needed. First Vusi and I went up to get sawdust that’s needed for the moils etc. before I went to get oil for the hammer. Diane and I visited again in the evening after stopping to do some shopping on the way down to the hospital.
Wednesday I left the plot just before eight so that I would be there for when Hubby came out from the op. To my surprise he was still waiting to go to theatre so we chatted and did crosswords until they eventually came for him at half ten. This time he was in Room 4 so the bed could be wheeled out for theatre. I went to the hospital Cafe for some breakfast and coffee and then carried on with the crossword and reading the magazine. Hubby was bought back to his room just before twelve- he had been so long as he had to lie and wait in line for his turn to be operated on. To his delight within minutes his lunch arrived and he tucked in immediately. I stayed with him until nearly two to see if the Dr would come and see him but unfortunately he was still busy in theatre. I returned to the plot and went back at five to fetch Diane and go back to the hospital. The Dr had been to see Hubby and told him that they had cleared out another infection they had found in the wound and that he would need very strong anti biotics to clear the one they had discovered out of his body. Tablets will not be strong enough and he would need to go to the hospital daily for an injection for at least a month. Hubby was very down and Diane said he was obviously hungry. When I asked what his supper had been he said it was some awful concoction. Hubby’s stomach sure rules his life. Diane and I decided to go across to Mike’s and have starters. It was pleasant to sit and relax. I had calamari and rice while Diane had mushrooms and we ordered chicken strips for Hubby. When we took Hubby’s food back he immediately brightened and by the time he had finished he was smiling and cheerful. Amazing what food can do!
Thursday morning I left the plot just after eight to go through to Ali for Travis’s birthday. She had phoned and said that Travis had been really sick with a temperature and coughing during the night. When I arrived at her we had a cappuccino before taking his cake to him at school so he could have it with his classmates. Travis was thrilled to see us and really enjoyed being sung to by everyone but as he was feeling lousy more than ready to leave. We took him straight to the Flora Clinic where both he and Ali got checked. Travis was diagnosed with pneumonia and Ali with bronchitis and they were given prescriptions. We stopped to get the medication and buy some lunch from Woolies before going back to Ali’s place. Josh was tired and while Ali saw to him I unpacked the car and started lunch. Travis needed to eat to take his medicine so I quickly made him a sandwich but he wasn’t very hungry so Ali gave him some of the chocolate mousse we had got him – it was his birthday and any food was good. After having a few mouthfuls we gave his medicine and Ali changed him into something cooler and settled him on the couch where he fell asleep. We ate our lunch and then I played with Josh on the bed till he fell asleep. I left about half two and went to visit Hubby at the hospital. Hubby was lying chatting to his friend Peter when I arrived and we chatted awhile before he left to collect a friend from the airport. The wound specialist, Lorainne, had been to see Hubby and had connected the KCI- vacuum pump- to his wound. This continuously pulses and draws blood down to the wound and keeps it clean while encouraging healing. I spent until just before five with Hubby before returning to the plot for the evening.
Friday was in Alberton early again as Hubby wanted help with washing and changing – not an easy process with a drip and the KCI attached. We sat chatting and having our drinks from the Cafe for about an hour before the Sister came in to discuss Hubby’s treatment. The hospital was waiting for authorisation from the medical aid for the KCI and anti biotics. The med aid had acknowledged receiving the letter but not replied. She asked me to contact them as this would probably speed up the process. I was going up to the workshop so I left immediately to make the phone call. At the workshop I paid the workers and then made the phone calls I needed to make and was pleased when they gave the authorisation number. While in the office I had a phone call from a customer wanting gwalas made so I asked Gino to get a price on the material for me and let me have the figures later. I went back to the hospital and gave the number authorising use of the KCI until the 10th September. After spending some more time with Hubby and Don who was visiting I left for home. I spent the afternoon cleaning and sorting things out the quote and order for the gwalas. I was too tired to return to Alberton and when Diane got home we had a glass of wine before having supper and relaxing for the rest of the evening.
Cheers and Have a Great Weekend.
Wednesday I left the plot just before eight so that I would be there for when Hubby came out from the op. To my surprise he was still waiting to go to theatre so we chatted and did crosswords until they eventually came for him at half ten. This time he was in Room 4 so the bed could be wheeled out for theatre. I went to the hospital Cafe for some breakfast and coffee and then carried on with the crossword and reading the magazine. Hubby was bought back to his room just before twelve- he had been so long as he had to lie and wait in line for his turn to be operated on. To his delight within minutes his lunch arrived and he tucked in immediately. I stayed with him until nearly two to see if the Dr would come and see him but unfortunately he was still busy in theatre. I returned to the plot and went back at five to fetch Diane and go back to the hospital. The Dr had been to see Hubby and told him that they had cleared out another infection they had found in the wound and that he would need very strong anti biotics to clear the one they had discovered out of his body. Tablets will not be strong enough and he would need to go to the hospital daily for an injection for at least a month. Hubby was very down and Diane said he was obviously hungry. When I asked what his supper had been he said it was some awful concoction. Hubby’s stomach sure rules his life. Diane and I decided to go across to Mike’s and have starters. It was pleasant to sit and relax. I had calamari and rice while Diane had mushrooms and we ordered chicken strips for Hubby. When we took Hubby’s food back he immediately brightened and by the time he had finished he was smiling and cheerful. Amazing what food can do!
Thursday morning I left the plot just after eight to go through to Ali for Travis’s birthday. She had phoned and said that Travis had been really sick with a temperature and coughing during the night. When I arrived at her we had a cappuccino before taking his cake to him at school so he could have it with his classmates. Travis was thrilled to see us and really enjoyed being sung to by everyone but as he was feeling lousy more than ready to leave. We took him straight to the Flora Clinic where both he and Ali got checked. Travis was diagnosed with pneumonia and Ali with bronchitis and they were given prescriptions. We stopped to get the medication and buy some lunch from Woolies before going back to Ali’s place. Josh was tired and while Ali saw to him I unpacked the car and started lunch. Travis needed to eat to take his medicine so I quickly made him a sandwich but he wasn’t very hungry so Ali gave him some of the chocolate mousse we had got him – it was his birthday and any food was good. After having a few mouthfuls we gave his medicine and Ali changed him into something cooler and settled him on the couch where he fell asleep. We ate our lunch and then I played with Josh on the bed till he fell asleep. I left about half two and went to visit Hubby at the hospital. Hubby was lying chatting to his friend Peter when I arrived and we chatted awhile before he left to collect a friend from the airport. The wound specialist, Lorainne, had been to see Hubby and had connected the KCI- vacuum pump- to his wound. This continuously pulses and draws blood down to the wound and keeps it clean while encouraging healing. I spent until just before five with Hubby before returning to the plot for the evening.
Friday was in Alberton early again as Hubby wanted help with washing and changing – not an easy process with a drip and the KCI attached. We sat chatting and having our drinks from the Cafe for about an hour before the Sister came in to discuss Hubby’s treatment. The hospital was waiting for authorisation from the medical aid for the KCI and anti biotics. The med aid had acknowledged receiving the letter but not replied. She asked me to contact them as this would probably speed up the process. I was going up to the workshop so I left immediately to make the phone call. At the workshop I paid the workers and then made the phone calls I needed to make and was pleased when they gave the authorisation number. While in the office I had a phone call from a customer wanting gwalas made so I asked Gino to get a price on the material for me and let me have the figures later. I went back to the hospital and gave the number authorising use of the KCI until the 10th September. After spending some more time with Hubby and Don who was visiting I left for home. I spent the afternoon cleaning and sorting things out the quote and order for the gwalas. I was too tired to return to Alberton and when Diane got home we had a glass of wine before having supper and relaxing for the rest of the evening.
Cheers and Have a Great Weekend.
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