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Sep. 20th, 2022 05:01 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
turpsWe got our Covid boosters this morning, as of now no side effects so hopefully, it will stay that way.
My appointment was 8:30, James' at 8:35 but it was a bit of a clusterfuck as today was the day they'd changed from the 75 and over group which were walk-ins, to appointments only. Stupidly, this wasn't a change that had reached the websites so people kept turning up and had to be sent away after being told there were no more walk-in sessions in the whole of the Sunderland area and they'd need to book an appointment now. Which of course isn't that simple if you don't know where to make one, and also have to be lucky enough to get a slot in a place you can access.
We were lucky, but even so I was nearly sent out again when I reached the nurse actually giving the vaccinations as she said the carers slots weren't open yet. Which wasn't what the main computer said, plus even if they weren't I was still eligible for other reasons. But, apparently, they realised the groups had actually changed and I was jabbed and out of the door and having a coffee in the on-site cafe within minutes.
After that we went for a drive to the beach, a short walk, nipped into Company and then home as James had a long-term sickness telephone appointment with his work. He said it went better than he was expecting but like I told him when we were discussing after, nothing that's happening is his fault. He's got doctor's letters, appointments etc to back up what's happening and physically it's not like he could manage to be there at the moment. One of the ladies on the phone said it didn't sound like he'd be back any time soon and I have to agree with her, especially if his second op date can't be brought forward.
I watched the Queen's funeral yesterday and by the night the beat of the drums were still in my head. There was so much to take in, but what I liked the most were the small personal details like Emma the pony and the corgis Muick and Sandy. But, I have to admit, it was nice to see TV presenters in clothes other than black this morning and to know the constant coverage will be easing. I won't say over as I know there will be highlights and specials for ages, but easing, yeah.
Tonight I have new House of the Dragon to watch. I wasn't that keen on the last season of Game of Thrones -- Bran the useless, I still smite you and your uselessness -- but I'm enjoying this. The title music always makes the hair on the back of my arms stand up too, mainly because it reminds me of when I loved GoT so much, and of course, dragons. Matt Smith is pretty great in it too as he chews up the scenery.
My appointment was 8:30, James' at 8:35 but it was a bit of a clusterfuck as today was the day they'd changed from the 75 and over group which were walk-ins, to appointments only. Stupidly, this wasn't a change that had reached the websites so people kept turning up and had to be sent away after being told there were no more walk-in sessions in the whole of the Sunderland area and they'd need to book an appointment now. Which of course isn't that simple if you don't know where to make one, and also have to be lucky enough to get a slot in a place you can access.
We were lucky, but even so I was nearly sent out again when I reached the nurse actually giving the vaccinations as she said the carers slots weren't open yet. Which wasn't what the main computer said, plus even if they weren't I was still eligible for other reasons. But, apparently, they realised the groups had actually changed and I was jabbed and out of the door and having a coffee in the on-site cafe within minutes.
After that we went for a drive to the beach, a short walk, nipped into Company and then home as James had a long-term sickness telephone appointment with his work. He said it went better than he was expecting but like I told him when we were discussing after, nothing that's happening is his fault. He's got doctor's letters, appointments etc to back up what's happening and physically it's not like he could manage to be there at the moment. One of the ladies on the phone said it didn't sound like he'd be back any time soon and I have to agree with her, especially if his second op date can't be brought forward.
I watched the Queen's funeral yesterday and by the night the beat of the drums were still in my head. There was so much to take in, but what I liked the most were the small personal details like Emma the pony and the corgis Muick and Sandy. But, I have to admit, it was nice to see TV presenters in clothes other than black this morning and to know the constant coverage will be easing. I won't say over as I know there will be highlights and specials for ages, but easing, yeah.
Tonight I have new House of the Dragon to watch. I wasn't that keen on the last season of Game of Thrones -- Bran the useless, I still smite you and your uselessness -- but I'm enjoying this. The title music always makes the hair on the back of my arms stand up too, mainly because it reminds me of when I loved GoT so much, and of course, dragons. Matt Smith is pretty great in it too as he chews up the scenery.
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Date: 2022-09-20 10:27 pm (UTC)I'm glad you and James got your next boosters; I need to go get mine here soon.
After all this time of following each other, I never realized you were in Sunderland. The House of Boys is EPL football mad (we give credit to one of our British au pairs who was from Manchester and apparently got them started as pre-schoolers) and I can't tell you how many times I've walked past the TV and seen bits and pieces of Sunderland 'til I Die.
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Date: 2022-10-01 03:29 pm (UTC)I was amazed at all of those carrying the coffin. It must have been incredibly heavy and like you I was on the edge of my seat watching them tackle steps.
I love that your boys enjoy Sunderland 'til I Die so much. I go past the Stadium of Light many times a week and while I've never been to a match myself James has and his family are football mad so I listen to a lot of Sunderland talk.
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Date: 2022-09-21 04:31 am (UTC)And that sounds frustrating if James's work is still giving him a hard time, to whatever extent, about accommodating his needs. Absolutely not his fault! I hope he can take his time to get the right care and recuperate till he is truly ready for work again.
I got my covid booster appointment made for next week, so I'm looking forward to that, though based on past experience I am bracing myself for a day or two of fever to follow.
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Date: 2022-10-01 03:26 pm (UTC)It looked like none of the systems had fully updated which was a pain for everyone involved. I did feel for those turned away, though.
Absolutely not his fault! I hope he can take his time to get the right care and recuperate till he is truly ready for work again.
You're right, not his fault at all. Even with this second op moved it'll still be weeks of recovery after, so they'll have to understand that.
I hope your booster went okay.
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Date: 2022-09-21 12:34 pm (UTC)A drive to the beach sounds lovely!
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Date: 2022-10-01 03:25 pm (UTC)The drive to the beach really was lovely. It's so pretty there in autumn.
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Date: 2022-10-02 05:56 pm (UTC)Seeing your name in my inbox reminded me to go ahead and schedule my booster. I set it for Friday in case I had a reaction, it would be over the weekend.
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Date: 2022-10-03 12:58 pm (UTC)That's good you got it scheduled. It's nice to know I'm useful for something *g*
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Date: 2022-09-22 06:04 pm (UTC)nothing that's happening is his fault
Exactly! It's not like anyone WANTS to be sick instead of healthy! Give him a hug from me! *also sends him lots of good thoughts*
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Date: 2022-09-30 03:28 pm (UTC)Exactly! It's not like anyone WANTS to be sick instead of healthy! Give him a hug from me! *also sends him lots of good thoughts*
A hug was given.