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.
So sorry to read that you are in the EMR & not feeling well. It does sound like you are in the right place & will know soon what is going & what needs to be done. Get well soon! The summer & your followers await.
Thanks so much, Jami
Well wishes for feeling better soon! You always look amazing, and I’m sure that’s true even while occupying 54H!
LOL, I think I looked pretty bad 🙂
I had wondered what happened to your Friday post. So happy your kiddos insisted you go to the ER. Hope you are on the mend soon. Love your posts (and love the travel outfit)!
Thanks Christi
Oh, no, what an ordeal! I’m so glad you went to the ER; keep listening to your children. You’re such a trooper putting out a blog despite probably still feeling unwell. I wish you a good and speedy recovery. (BTW, I own that bag and the socks and love them!)
Thank you! My kids are on me to stay on top of the situation.
I so feel your gallbladder pain Jennifer! A few years back I wasn’t feeling well for months. Went from doctor to specialist so many times and no one could make a diagnosis. Finally, after living on Tylenol and Pepto it got so bad I couldn’t sleep on my side and almost jumped off the examination table when my dr pressed my stomach. She sent me to the ER where they determined it was my gallbladder and promptly took it out. What should have been a small incision turned into a six inch scar as my gallbladder had started to gangerine (sp?). Anyway it did take a little longer to heal from the surgery but I was so glad I got it out. As others have said it is not needed and I feel so much better without it. Moral of the story is don’t wait too long. If they recommend removal get it done sooner rather than later! Here’s hoping you feel better soon.
Oh no!! I’m glad they took yours out when they did. Glad you’re feeling better. If my Dr says mine needs to go, I’m not going to argue with her.
Hope your feeling better. Love your book selection and hope it distracted you a little bit.
Feel better soon and take care.
It is a fun distraction. A serious subject wouldn’t work right now 🙂
So glad you saw the doctor and got a diagnosis. On your recommendation I purchased a pair of Arcopedico shoes for a river cruise a few years ago and love them. They are still going strong. I like the ones you’ve shown here, with a bit more of a heel, and will look for them. I hope the gall bladder situation is soon resolved.
Thanks Lorrie
I Feel so bad you ended up in an ER. I realize you needed to be there (doctors orders) for the tests they can run, but feel badly you had to be there as that indicates you were in pain. Hopefully you are feeling better, Jennifer. Prayers🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you Paulette. Keeping you in my prayers for your Mohs surgery. Xx
Jennifer,
Hope you feel better soon now that you have a diagnosis. My recommendation is that next time you need to go to the ER, call 911 for the paramedics to come and take you. If you arrive in the ambulance, you are treated immediately, beginning once they arrive at your house. This way you avoid a long wait in the waiting room. Of course, you have to have a serious medical emergency to call 911, but it sounded like you were when you went to ER on your own.
That’s a very wise suggestion!! Thank you
Hope you’re feeling better soon! Always good to check things out. I love everything about this gorgeous outfit; however, i think I would save it for an art gallery visit or a nice dinner out with my husband. I would worry i would spill something on it on the plane. It’s very nice looking but i think a nice jogging suit would be better for me.
Thanks Bet
Be careful with Dr. Google. You are right, he is hard to resist; however it can make us go down the rabbit hole and increase fear and anxiety. Glad you got “real” medical help. Feel better and hope you are on the mend.
Take Care.
Birds of a feather…Just last Sunday, I wound up in ER with similar pain, diagnosed as a kidney stone. Still waiting for it to be resolved. Feel better soon, Jennifer. Glad you sought help. As women, we tend to put ourselves last. Be well.
Oh no, those are brutally painful. I hope you get this resolved quickly! Keeping you in my prayers.
Hope you get to feeling better soon. Just a reminder ladies, as we get older (72) don’t ignore the little thing that we wouldn’t pay an attention to when we were younger. This pass August and September I had the “blahs” just didn’t feel good but no one thing to put your finger on. Occasionally pain in my stomach for a day but would go a way for a week or more. Felt fine when I went for annual check up end of September. Next week a little pain again but stomach had blown up out past my breast, Dr, ordered CT scan. From there to to ER. To the hospital. Inflamed gall bladder, fluid on my lungs AND stage 4 ovarian cancer. Have now have had chemo, surgery for cancer and removal of gall bladder and now in remission starting maintenance tomorrow. I feel very blessed to have good doctors but we do have to go to them……
I’m so very sorry, Janice!!! Thank goodness it was found and you’ve gotten treatment. Sending hugs and prayers for your continued recovery! Xx
I like joggers for the plane, as the narrow cuff keeps them off the lavatory floor 😊 Get well soon!
Great idea!!
Feel better and stay on top of your condition. My gallbladder attack let to pancreatitis and I would not recommend that to anyone.
Love your posts.
Hope you are up and around ASAP
You are adorable.
Thank you, Mary Ann
Don’t you love those skinny ER cots. I’ve had the same experience and ended up getting my gallbladder removed. Good luck with your gallbladder. I did miss you Friday.
Sorry about the ER visit. Never a good time there but sounds like you’re in good hands. I love your travel outfit and I’m currently putting together a black and white one for a long haul flight this summer. Since you’re checking out luggage I just have to recommend Away. Got my first one last month and the oversized carryon with fantastic and held up perfectly. Lots of fun colors but I went with boring grey so it holds up to scratching and scuffs better. But that blush pink! Looking forward to curating my capsule wardrobe for my upcoming trip using your tips and suggestions.
Goodness! So sorry for all of that and hope your test results are good and they can do something to help you feel back to normal.
I, too, had my gallbladder removed many years ago. I still remember the pain, which is right up there with childbirth. Feel better.
Thanks for the travel tips. I will be visiting a hot, humid place this summer and am looking for tips to deal with heat and humidity – not something we’re used to here! Best things to pack/wear?