Monday Musings- Missing in Action and OOTD
Happy Monday ladies. Today I’m musing about my latest reads, what to wear to the airport, and a life update.
Some of you may have noticed I was missing from the blog on Friday. I wasn’t planning to, but unfortunately spent Thursday afternoon and a very long evening in the emergency room. I’d been having increasing abdomen pain for days and my primary care doctor couldn’t fit me in so she insisted I go to the ER. She also explained, that in the ER, they can and will perform necessary tests for a diagnosis without waiting for insurance approval.
I’d already self-diagnosed myself and planned to wait to see her, but my kids phoned and read me the riot act…so I went.
Doctors don’t care for “Google medicine” so umpteen tests later, it was determined that I had an inflamed gallbladder and may have passed a gallstone. My bed was 54H which means it’s in the hallway which tells you how busy the ER was with 95 patients in beds.
I saw my primary Dr. the following morning and she’s called in an order for a few more tests to check my gallbladder function…we’re just awaiting insurance approval. She’s had me go back on a few supplements and told me to avoid fatty food, which I pretty much already do. I haven’t eaten red meat in 15+ years, avoid cheese and use very little faux butter, etc.
It was wise to go to the ER because they ruled out important things that could have been much more serious if ignored. I will keep you posted.
Currently reading
The ER wait was interminable and I didn’t think to bring a book, so I quickly downloaded this audible book for distraction. I’ve always had a small fascination with the “Swans” and this book has just enough delicious gossip to be a fast, fun listen. I also downloaded Madness Under The Royal Palms which I just started and am enjoying immensely!
Outfit of the week- What to wear to the airport
Many of us will be traveling this summer, and it may likely include a trip through several airports. I insist on being comfortable for long flights, but I also want to look classy because we’re treated by others, based on the image we present. Here’s an outfit for the airport that is comfy, stylish, and allows you to arrive looking polished.
- The shoes are one of my favorite brands. These have arch support and are made from a knit fabric that stretches for swelling feet.
- The sweater blazer is stretchy, comfy, and can be dressed up or down on your trip.
- My favorite brand of no-show socks keeps your feet clean when forced to take off your shoes going through security. You can carry a second clean pair in a ziplock if necessary.
- The cotton/cashmere wrap will help with refrigerated planes.
- The earrings, crystal-hinged bangle, Timex watch are inexpensive so you don’t need to worry about losing them.
- The cashmere tee is warm but won’t overheat you.
- I always travel with this convertible bag which multitasks on all my trips.
- The stretch pants have a narrow leg to keep them off the floor when using the lavatory. Crazy as it sounds, I think about those things when choosing a travel outfit because it’s one less thing to hassle with.
- I’ve had my eye on this spinner bag for months because my current one is looking pretty beat up.
Are you traveling this summer?
Thanks for reading ladies and remember to wear what makes you feel confident.
Sorry to hear about your experience and extending wishes that you bounce back quickly. Also am glad that you went to the E.R. as at least there was no extended waiting time for tests (or surgery if need be). As to the ‘outfit of the week’. Super tips! -Brenda-
Gallbladders are nothing to fool around with…as are other conditions. Hope you are feeling better and get things resolved soon.
This post is especially helpful as I travel frequently. Completely agree that you get treated by how you are perceived! And I will definitely be checking out those socks. Thank you, Jennifer.
Thanks Karen. Youāll love the socks. I have multiple styles.
Dear Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear you were suffering from your gallbladder problems, and equally sorry you had to endure the ER. Your story really hit home; this week our son (mid-30ās) went to the ER for his appendix. Despite his pleas for assistance, it was not his turn until 7 hours later, when his appendix began to rupture. This resulted in infection and a five day hospital stay instead of a quick, routine procedure. I am relieved you are doing well, and hope your care will go smoothly. Best of luck to you!! ā¤ļø
Oh no, Jo!! Iām so sorry. Thatās very dangerous. He must have been in terrible pain. I hope heās on the mend soon. Sending prayers for his recovery.
I’m sorry to hear about your visit to the ED! I work in a hospital & our ED is constantly over capacity.
You’re right about doctor’s hating it when patient’s go to Dr. Google for an opinion first! Apparently we are supposed to be “informed” about our health…but only from them?
Nonetheless- I hope you are feeling better soon and no serious health problem.
“Growing old is not for sissies” ~ Bette Davis
My google diagnosis was gallbladder so I wasnāt surprised. I think we need to be proactive about our health and do as much research as possible as we can.
So sorry you are having problems with your gallbladder. ER visits are so exhausting. We have never gotten released under 4 hours.
We just got back from London visiting daughter and granddaughter. I wear yoga pants, t shirt, sneakers, and sweater for that long 10 hour flight. When we get to Heathrow airport it is a of walking to and through customs , then a train ride to Paddington station and finally a taxi to my daughter’s house in Islington. I enjoyed it, but glad to be home. Unfortunately, I came home with an awful congested cold. I have tested for covid 4 times, different days and all negative. My 4 year old granddaughter is a walking Petri dish , so I think this is where I got my cold. I noticed she was stuffy and sniffing her nose for the 2 weeks we were there.
I hope you get the good treatment for your gallbladder and feel better soon. So glad they ruled out serious stuff.
Grandchildren are little Petri dishes but oh so fabulous. I hope youāre feeling better soon. Those tests arenāt fool proof so you may still have Covid. There we lots of patients in the ER with it.
Hi Sue L. Same situation here. I went to urgent care today and got a PCR test which the gold standard for accuracy for Covid. And I got a flu test. Both going around here in GA. I had neither but have a really bad case of bronchitis from a sweet Petri dish!
Oh no, feel better soon
So sorry you had to go to ER, but also glad for your own good. Hope your doctor can get this resolved without too much problem and that you are feeling better soon. Take care…prayers are with you.
Thanks Violet. Iāve got my fingers crossed I can avoid the surgery.
Yikes! How scary! Hope you feel better.
So glad you are feeling better Jennifer. Scary times. Thank goodness for Kindle to keep you distracted.
Quick recovery!
Take care Jennifer, feel better soon. Love your blog & sending šš» for full recovery.
Thank you so much, Sharon
Get better soon! (and gallbladders are expendable!)
Lol, yes, Iāve been told they are. Thanks Mary
My sympathies! I had an ER visit due to terrible pain in 9/2019 – Dx gallstones – gallbladder removed in early 2020, just beat the pandemic shutdown. Will never forget the ER visit, but could get an ultrasound on the spot so it was very worthwhile, and ruled out other possibilities. I hope your problems resolve or you get rid of that pesky gallbladder š
My gallbladder is feeling pesky! Sorry you had that experience. Iām glad to know itās that organ though because we survive very well without one.
Hope you are feeling better soon. ER waiting is the worst, but sometimes necessary.
Thank you so much
So sorry your feeling bad. Get well soon. I enjoy your blog immensely..
Thanks Linda. Iām glad youāre here.
Sorry, Jennifer. I hope you will be pain-free today and into the future. Keep us posted!
P.S. I think you were smart to go to the ER, despite the long wait. Whenever my husband has breathing problems, I call an ambulance because it is the only way he can get immediate attention. We need health care reform!
Oh I agree!! Weāve used an ambulance many times over the years for similar reasons. Instant monitoring and care. Thank goodness we have them so close by too.
I can empathize with your situation. I had my gallbladder removed about a year ago. It was an immediate fix for me! Hope you feel better soon! So glad ypu wnt to the ER!
I may be heading that way but hope not.
So sorry you are not feeling well!! I wondered where your post was. Just figured it was a computer glitch. Hope you are feeling better very soon. You really dress up when flyingā¦good for you. Iām a jeans, nice shirt, warm jacket and comfy tennis shoe type. But, my traveling is always for pleasure. Wishing you better days ahead! My husband is nursing a very bad hipā¦.I think a replacement hip is on the very near horizon. New hip #2. ā¹ļø
Itās funny you say that, but that same outfit in other colors would look a lot more casual. I guess I do dress up more than many, but thatās how I am for most āeventsā. Iām sorry to hear about his hip!! That must be excrutiating.
I donāt know how I got on your e-mail list, but I look forward to reading it everyday. Sorry you have been under the weather, wishing you a speedy recovery.
Hi Barbara! I donāt know how either but weāre glad youāre here with us. Thank you
Thank goodness you went to the ER and got a diagnosis and are feeling better. As a friend in health care said to me “Dr. Google is not a real doctor”.
Please keep us updated. Hugs.
Your friend is right. It hard to resist though. Thanks Yvonne.
So sorry you had to spend time at the ER. Sending prayers that you will soon be feeling better.
Thanks Ginger. Gallbladder inflammation is surprisingly painful.
Sorry to hear you were not feeling well but glad you went to the ER. It really angers me that you have to go to an ER for necessary tests to be approved quickly. Doesnāt make sense financially because I believe any tests or medications given in the ER are billed at a higher rate. Unfortunately, our health care system does not work well when we need it most.
Love the travel outfit and spinner suitcase.
Iām just grateful we live close to one to get there in a timely manner. I often feel tests get done that arenāt needed but thatās better than the opposite when itās our health.