A Meeting About My Ass

 Yeah. You read that correctly. Today I have a meeting about my ass ... well, technically, it is a colonoscopy consult, but kinda the same thing in my opinion. Not looking forward to it, as I have to drive over near the hospital (not far) and be there early to process paperwork (already filled out 10 pages worth). Sigh. In other words, I think it is a waste of my time. I'd rather just do the damn appointment and be done with it. But that will be the next scheduling I think. Get this over and done with for a few years.

Nothing exciting has been going on around my life lately. Still yet another week with no work. I'm debating calling a friend that owns a 'fire watch' business, as he says he always has work available. It would be nights, 12-hour shifts, but only like three days a week. I don't know if I want to do that for sure or not though. Once I make up my mind to actually do it or not, then will talk to the Wife.

The Youngest's band director has "quit" at the school. a Few short weeks ago, there was a complaint that she was 'high' on drugs at events during marching season, according to what I heard. There was an investigation period of about three weeks, this this week we got the email of her official 'resignation'. Christmas concerts were cancelled. But the next semester they will have a "veteran director" substituting for the final half of the year. Youngest has the District Honor Band concert this weekend.

Not much else going on to write about.... exciting, right?

PeacE

Post Turkey Day Ramblings

 It is officially Friday now, and has been for almost a whole hour. I can't sleep, so figured I would entertain you with how my Turkey Day went, with so few embellishments, you won't believe it truly did occur.

The day started with Wife, Youngest, and myself, leaving the house about 9am. We were going to grab some Wendy's for the road, but they were closed, so ended up at McD's. Traffic on the road wasn't terrible as far as number of drivers, but the there seemed a bit more than our usual Day-trip to Tucson. Quite a few were obvious impatient to get to their destinations, that there were several times expletives left my mouth. Overall we arrived safely, in the average amount of time it usually takes.

Dinner was mid-afternoon, and the SIL did one heck of a good job. He smoked one turkey, and deep-fried the other. Both came out very tasty! Sides included mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, candied yams, cheesy croissants, gravy, stuffing, giblet gravy, and smoked mac and cheese. I had a bit of everything, except the yams and stuffing (yuck) and could only manage to eat one plateful, though did get just a smidgen more of both turkey meats. A nice sized container of the giblet gravy came home with me. I know RM had asked me a couple days ago about if I needed/wanted the (if any) giblet gravy from their meal, and I said sure, but not sure if I need it now. Daughter made today's with the giblets of 2 turkeys, so there was quite a bit!! I think on Youngest and I ate any of it - those other people are just missing out and eating plain brown gravy....

Doodad was busy with two of her uncles for most of the time, as Oldest Son made it there awhile after we had arrived. Middle couldn't make it due to needing to rest as he had/has to work this night. The Wife and I ended up leaving around 8pm, so I wouldn't be driving overly tired (I must be getting old) so we left the Youngest there, as the Oldest Son said he would drive him home after they all played some games for a couple hours. Youngest just made it home about fifteen minutes ago. He has plans to spend the day with his girlfriend and some of her family for a second Turkey Day.

It was a good day, except for missing the Middle Son. Not sure where we are going to do Christmas at this year, but plan to figure out something soon. I'm sure it will be in the Valley so we all can make it to RM & PT's as our usual plans. I tried several times to get ideas for gifts for Christmas from the kids, but it didn't really work. I usually try to get one gift for each that I pick out, and Wife does the rest. I do have one for the Daughter, and I have a small ting for each of the boys and SIL. Still need to figure out the gift for Doodad from Papaw, as it is usually the best gift, and she just loves it!

Welp, still not tired. I think I might just hit up some sites real early for Black Friday specials and see if anything 'leaps' out at me for the kids and Doodad. Oh crap, and the Wife as she has a birthday coming up soon, as well as Christmas.... when it rains it pours....

PeacE

Pre-Game for Turkey Day

 That post title makes it sound like it is Wednesday, but it is not. But I am ready for Thursday to be here. Getting all the kids together is something I love to have happen. Although, as of right now, the Middle Son says he probably will not be there. He has to work the night before, and the night of (thanks Black Friday Sales) and would rather get some rest than drive to/from Tucson AND have to work with little sleep. I totally understand, but still sad. Though I just saw the Daughter and family, it will be nice to visit again. Doodad and Papaw have our Turkey Day help of making the deviled eggs.

Last week I had seen the doctor. This morning I got the call regarding the lab tests. A1C was good, cholesterol was a little high, but not worth changing the dosage on the med I take. They want to come back and give more blood for some liver testing, and base analysis says possible cirrhosis do to alcohol (duh, ya think). I suppose I might go in next week and do that. Doctor had also asked about the colonoscopy that I had not done yet. I explained what happened last time I tried to set an appointment, and so she got me a new referral. Well, that office called me last week at one point, though I was busy and did not take the call. I put it on my to-do list for today, but they called this morning, too. So now I have the consult for colonoscopy next week. Won't be long before the probe up the butt....

It's a bit short of noon here today, and I am bored outta my gourd already.

PeacE

Parties and Rain

 It is overcast this morning. Looks like it rained (or is raining). For AZ that is good - we can always use it if it comes in small spurts, rather than pouring downfalls (flooding and the desert ya know). My neice's daughter is having a birthday party today, that was supposed to be outside, but am guessing will be inside now. RM had mentioned it is a Tea Party, and was going to be crowde3dc if everyone is inside. Oh Well. The Wife had stated awhile back she was going, though it is at my Sister's house (whom we have not gotten on with well). Last night I found out my Daughter and Doodad were going to be there - so now I have to go so I can see them.

I guess that that means it is hair day. I have been letting mine grow out the past month or two, and it is at that stage where you cannot do anything with it (too short) and yet it still sticks out any-which-way. I'll buzz it back down to the scalp this morning before the party, and probably trim up around the beard.

Santa Run is coming up soon. My buddy and I (creators/sponsors) are set to rent the 25-man bus this weekend, and start contacting the 23 people that said they are going. I'm sure we will have five or so back out last minute, but usually pick up at least three more extras. Still a fun time, and I enjoy it quite a bit as my Oldest Son goes. Gives us time to hang out and catch up, plus have a drink or seven together.

Tonight I might be going to the VFW - haven't decided. But the drawing for a chance at around $9600+ is tempting. Think I might even try to get the Wife to go.

Welp, it is Clash Day (in a viking themed game I play) so I'm off to war.

PeacE

I Just Don't Wanna

 Met my new doctor the other day. Within a few minutes of meeting, I decided I liked this doc. She had opened up that she was reviewing my file (therefore making me sit there longer) and started asking questions. Sounds normal, right? But all my previous doctors never asked them, and I would not know how they affect my possible care, but my reasoned that these were valid and important things to be considered. We went over my current BP and glucose numbers and she mentioned they are in the good range. My A1C is good. Cholesterol I will hear in a few days as they did lab draw that morning as well. No changes to the 'scrips as of now. Renewed all of them. Follow-up in six months. I asked for a year, but she said with "chronic illnesses" they prefer 6-month periods in case something changes fast. Sigh. Oh well. At least she signed off on me getting a blue handicap placard this time (permanent one).

Up to about 215 books read this year at this time. I need to get a couple reviews written and then I think I have to go find some more to get reviews done for. Not that I don't have a large TBR stack.... I have an actual regular book on my nightstand to read, but hard to get used to a physical book to read after reading so many years on my tablet. I'll eventually get it done.

Lately I have been watching 'Mayans", a spin-off show from 'Sons of Anarchy', which both revolve around motorcycle gangs of the show name. It actually is better than I thought it would be, and I find myself mid season two, with about four more seasons to watch.

PeacE

Let's Go Get Some Drugs

 I have a doctor's appointment this morning. It is just a 3-month follow-up, but it is also with a new doctor. This is my third doc in the last year or so I have been going to this facility. Not by my choice, they just leave randomly, and I get assigned a new one. Hopefully, this one will do what I ask by letting me go a year without a follow-up. My numbers have been consistent and within range (for the most part) with both glucose and BP. Also I will be seeing if she will assign me for a blue handicap placard. I have the application filled out my part. The last doc said she only would temporary ones, which expire every six months, which means I could not go the year without a check-up. Find out in about an hour.

Marching season is pretty much over for the Youngest, though this week is yet another football game they have to attend. Seems the football team is in playoffs, and as long as they win, the band will have to attend. So maybe they will lose this week. He had Honor Band practice this past Monday. Next Friday, after Turkey Day, he has a full day of practice and then the Honor band concert the next afternoon.

Nothing from the Company yet for any project work. This is really starting to annoy me. I have reached out to a couple different companies here in the Valley that do similar work, but have not heard back from them as of yet either. Maybe it is slow for all.

Welp, I need to get off here and do a couple things before heading to the doctor.

PeacE

Not Quite As Done ....

 The Youngest had to be wakened early this morning. Like, before 6am. There was yet called another early morning rehearsal for the marching band, even though the season is over. The school football team is doing well, therefore, there are play-off games that the band will need to perform at. The first is tonight and is a home game for them - so the band will march. If the team loses, maybe that will be the end of it - I don't know.

I woke somewhat early today, around 5am. I did try to get back to sleep but by 6:15 I knew it was not happening. So here I am, at the computer, hoping for an email from the Company (no, not as of yet). I suppose I could go finish the last little bit of an eARC I am reading, so I van get that review out of the way. After that one, I have no books that require a review. Might go see if there are any out for offer. That would give me something to do for an hour at least.

Think I might be coming down with a cold. This morning I noticed I am a bit stuffier than usual, and my head hurts a bit. Depending how I feel in a couple hours, I may take something just in case.

And that is how today is going to be boring.

Edit: I did some blog clean-up (moving even more retired/ended blogs on the list). It is a bit sad to see so many that I read daily for years, come to an end. Several I know were from the authors passing away, and others, just no time to invest in it. In some ways, I guess the 'Blog' is going like the CD.

PeacE

Early Morning Rambles

 It's barely 2am and I am awake. No, it has nothing to do with the time change that occurred this weekend. Arizona doesn't play that stupid game (thank goodness). It probably has more to do that I went to bed :around  last night. Hopefully, I will watch a couple hours of a show, then be able to fall back asleep until a more respectable hour.

About two weeks ago, I hit my yearly goal I had set, by reading 200 books. Currently I am at 214 read, and should knock out about 10-15 more before year's end. Much of that will be determined if I ever get back to work... Currently no project, but yet another email letting them know I am available will be going out shortly after I post here. 

Marching Season is over for the Youngest. This past Saturday was the Pre-State Competition, and they placed 11th - on the top 10 go to State. That should end the evening practices, and many of the Zero Hour practices ha has had to attend.

No plans for now for this week. I know I need to get over to Walgreen's to pick up a prescription for the Wife, and one for myself. I guess you know you are getting old, when you have to plan any errands around getting to Walgreens for prescriptions. Mine if just for another box of lancets, as if I don't already have like 6 other boxes (100 count) sitting here already. When I first started glucose monitoring, they were giving them to me every month. It took months, but now I got them to know I only need replaced every three months, same as the test strips.

Welp, I guess I should get over to my email and get one sent off to the Company. I also need to get a review written for an eARC I finished this past week as well.

PeacE