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turpsIt was a nicely productive day on Thursday.
Started with an early trip to the tip to get rid of a huge bag of garden waste and a couple of bulky but broken electrical items, so it was good to do that bit of decluttering. Plus, the tip shop was closed for a delivery so no chance of buying more stuff to fill those new gaps*g*
From there we called in to see my in laws for a bit, then it was onto the hospital as James had a physio appointment. Unfortunately, his appointment was for 11am, which is a horrible time in terms of parking, and we had to circle the whole site for nearly 30 minutes before a lovely lady pointed to a free space in one of the car parks we'd already gone through three times.
Each time he goes to physio, I expect James to be discharged, but nope again. While his elbow break has healed beautifully, he's lost muscle in his shoulder and still can't bring his hand to his mouth without propping his arm on a surface, or bringing his mouth down to his hand. So, more exercises to do at home, and he's back in a month, and will apparently need to keep going until that muscle is back.
Left the hospital and headed into town as I had an eye exam booked for 12:30. I only wear my glasses when reading books, but had noticed recently things were getting a bit fuzzier reading without them, so figured I should go for a check-up.
Turns out my right eye has got worse, but the other is still the same. So, new reading glasses for me. But what you don't want while sitting with the optometrist is for her to say, 'well, this is rare and don't worry, but….' Turns out I have a very narrow drainage channel around the iris of my right eye, while increases the risk of Angle closure glaucoma. Everything is fine pressure wise right now, but she gave me a leaflet about symptoms, saying if I get any of those to go straight to the eye infirmary, and I'm now on annual eye checks, which I guess is a good thing.
Rosie finally sent the change of day survey, but along with those came some suggestions to express interest in other options, which sound great if they happen. Included in that, actual cooking demos, well-being walks and various other exercise options. I ticked an interest in all except for badminton, which just sounds like a disaster in the making for me if I tried it.
Then she emailed again yesterday to say the class Monday coming is also cancelled as she's off on annual leave. Which is a shame after also being cancelled this last Monday. But, it can't be helped and as she's getting married later this year, I suspect this is the time Rosie's booked for her hen do.
Yesterday was forecast for heavy rain showers all day, so we decided to go to the cinema. Saw The Salt Path on a 11am morning showing, and really enjoyed it. Left Odeon and went to Subway for dinner, then checked the cinema listings again and saw a screening of Karate Kid -- Legends, was about to start, so went to see that too. The film hasn't been getting good reviews, but I actually liked it, even more so as a load of young teen boys were watching too, and they all started applauding at the end, which made me smile. I also saw the full trailer for the new Downton Abbey film, and I'm looking forward to seeing that later in the year.
Today we've driven to a jumble sale as Cat Lady Kay from Consett Cats had a fund-raising table there, and we wanted to support her. I only bought a book, but left a donation, so it was worth the drive.
This afternoon I intend to catch up here, and feed the tomato plants. Then, more binge-watching of Mobland later. What a show that is, it's got me gripped.
Started with an early trip to the tip to get rid of a huge bag of garden waste and a couple of bulky but broken electrical items, so it was good to do that bit of decluttering. Plus, the tip shop was closed for a delivery so no chance of buying more stuff to fill those new gaps*g*
From there we called in to see my in laws for a bit, then it was onto the hospital as James had a physio appointment. Unfortunately, his appointment was for 11am, which is a horrible time in terms of parking, and we had to circle the whole site for nearly 30 minutes before a lovely lady pointed to a free space in one of the car parks we'd already gone through three times.
Each time he goes to physio, I expect James to be discharged, but nope again. While his elbow break has healed beautifully, he's lost muscle in his shoulder and still can't bring his hand to his mouth without propping his arm on a surface, or bringing his mouth down to his hand. So, more exercises to do at home, and he's back in a month, and will apparently need to keep going until that muscle is back.
Left the hospital and headed into town as I had an eye exam booked for 12:30. I only wear my glasses when reading books, but had noticed recently things were getting a bit fuzzier reading without them, so figured I should go for a check-up.
Turns out my right eye has got worse, but the other is still the same. So, new reading glasses for me. But what you don't want while sitting with the optometrist is for her to say, 'well, this is rare and don't worry, but….' Turns out I have a very narrow drainage channel around the iris of my right eye, while increases the risk of Angle closure glaucoma. Everything is fine pressure wise right now, but she gave me a leaflet about symptoms, saying if I get any of those to go straight to the eye infirmary, and I'm now on annual eye checks, which I guess is a good thing.
Rosie finally sent the change of day survey, but along with those came some suggestions to express interest in other options, which sound great if they happen. Included in that, actual cooking demos, well-being walks and various other exercise options. I ticked an interest in all except for badminton, which just sounds like a disaster in the making for me if I tried it.
Then she emailed again yesterday to say the class Monday coming is also cancelled as she's off on annual leave. Which is a shame after also being cancelled this last Monday. But, it can't be helped and as she's getting married later this year, I suspect this is the time Rosie's booked for her hen do.
Yesterday was forecast for heavy rain showers all day, so we decided to go to the cinema. Saw The Salt Path on a 11am morning showing, and really enjoyed it. Left Odeon and went to Subway for dinner, then checked the cinema listings again and saw a screening of Karate Kid -- Legends, was about to start, so went to see that too. The film hasn't been getting good reviews, but I actually liked it, even more so as a load of young teen boys were watching too, and they all started applauding at the end, which made me smile. I also saw the full trailer for the new Downton Abbey film, and I'm looking forward to seeing that later in the year.
Today we've driven to a jumble sale as Cat Lady Kay from Consett Cats had a fund-raising table there, and we wanted to support her. I only bought a book, but left a donation, so it was worth the drive.
This afternoon I intend to catch up here, and feed the tomato plants. Then, more binge-watching of Mobland later. What a show that is, it's got me gripped.
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Date: 2025-06-08 04:21 pm (UTC)I hope James regains his strength soon.
Yeah, been there with the eyesight. It's only been in the last year or so that I had to start wearing my glasses all the time. At first, I only needed them for reading. Then, reading and computer work. My distance vision was perfectly fine until about a year ago. I could go for a walk or a hike without glasses, but I'm sensitive to sunlight, so I need to wear sunglasses, prescription or not. But yeah, even around the house, I pretty much always wear my glasses. The TV is a bit fuzzy without them, and if I want to read something, it sucks to realize my glasses are across the house. So yeah, once eyesight starts slipping, it doesn't seem to improve. Hopefully, you'll never face any sort of an eye emergency.
I hope your classes with Rosie get sorted out. Cooking demonstrations sound interesting. I've barely touched any of the dozens of cookbooks I have, but I've found a couple vegetarian ones I might buy.
That's nice of you to support her fundraising!
I've heard of Mobland but never watched it. I figure, if I want to watch a mob boss, the big orange one is always in the news. *sigh*
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Date: 2025-06-10 03:59 pm (UTC)So yeah, once eyesight starts slipping, it doesn't seem to improve. Hopefully, you'll never face any sort of an eye emergency.
That's been my experience, too. My eyes were fine until a few years ago, and even then I could read without glasses, just the words weren't as crisp. Now, for books, the difference when I'm wearing glasses is huge. So, while I don't need them for distance stuff yet, I suspect that's coming.
And yeah, I hope that about the emergency too. Thankfully, the eye infirmary isn't that far away. But I'd still prefer not to go at all.
I think the cooking demonstrating would be interesting and fun too. I like learning about stuff in the talks, but actually seeing would be excellent. Rosie does have some good ideas, now to see if she can make them work in reality.
if I want to watch a mob boss, the big orange one is always in the news. *sigh*
He's never off the tv here, it has to be so much worse for you.
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Date: 2025-06-09 08:37 am (UTC)Take care of your eye! It's unnerving to have a specific problem, but at least you know what to do.
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Date: 2025-06-10 10:33 am (UTC)Exactly. He's supposed to do them morning and night, which will help, but is a big ask to do every single day.
The eye thing was a surprise. I didn't even know eyes had drainage channels. Every day is a school day.
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Date: 2025-06-09 11:23 am (UTC)Too bad that James has to continue physio, but it's good that they're actually making sure he can use the arm before releasing him.
Bummer about the canceled class. Cool that she might expand the offerings.
I'm glad you enjoyed the new Karate Kid.
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Date: 2025-06-10 10:16 am (UTC)Yeah, it's good that physio wants to ensure things are back to his normal, but it looks like it's going to be a long process.
I love that Rosie wants to expand. It's done the programme good to have someone young and enthusiastic who wants to shake things up a bit.
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Date: 2025-06-09 04:00 pm (UTC)Good to have a heads-up about the glaucoma possibility I guess, and more frequent checks.
LOL I always liked badminton in PE because it had the largest ratio of just standing around. But I think it would be a disaster for me these days, too :D
What do you feed the tomato plants?? I am growing tomatoes this year but they aren't planted out yet.
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Date: 2025-06-10 09:39 am (UTC)Good to have a heads-up about the glaucoma possibility I guess, and more frequent checks
Yeah, that is true, and I don't mind the checks. Well, apart from the air puffed into your eyes.
Ahahaha, I'd go for badminton if I could just stand there holding the racquet. Sadly, I suspect I'd have to actually move, and my knees wouldn't like all the sudden direction changed.
I just use a shop bought tomato food for my tomato plants, though have read they like banana skins. I should try that really, it may help keep the slugs away, too.
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Date: 2025-06-10 01:14 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2025-06-10 08:26 am (UTC)But you're right, it is good to know what to look for. And it's not like annual eye tests are that hard.
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Date: 2025-06-11 07:11 pm (UTC)I feel for James still having to do his physio even though the actual break is fully healed. But yeah, muscle tone can take ages to get back. So frustrating! Wishing him ALL the good luck!
I didn't know that narrow drainage channels could increase the risk of glaucoma. Doing annual checks definitely sounds like a good thing!
That's so cool Rosie want to broaden the things you can do! I completely agree with you about badminton though, I totally suck at anything that involves catching flying objects.
So cute those boys applauded after the film was over!
I hope your tomato plants are properly grateful for everything you do for them!
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Date: 2025-06-15 04:22 pm (UTC)It was! *g* They've just had a total refurb and the shop is over two levels now, even more temptation.
It's taking so long to get the muscle tone back in James' shoulder. At this point, I wouldn't be surprised if he's still having to go to the appointments for months yet.
I didn't know that narrow drainage channels could increase the risk of glaucoma
I didn't even know eyes had drainage channels, so you're one up on me. But yeah, the annual checks seem sensible.
The badminton stuck out in Rosie's list of potential things to do. Everything else could be modified easily, badminton, not so much. But I do like how she does want to broaden the programme. Having someone new who is young and enthusiastic has really potentially shuck things up.
My tomato plants get babied, and yet, two have still died on me. Ungrateful things!