New Doctor, Scripps in Carlsbad, Daily Current Meds

 Dr Michael Pham, DO at the Scripps Health Clinic at 2176 Salk Ave in Carlsbad is my new Primary Doctor and Internist.  I thought I wanted to switch back to United Health Care instead of Scan which I am in now because there seemed to be more benefits but after our appointment I do not want to switch.

He is very knowledgeable and caring and I want to stay with him.  He says no more surgeries for me but he wants to help me stay healthy and doing well.  He is sending me to a Physical Therapist to help me lose this pain in my thighs.  It does stem from the back and they did an xray of the lower back and it shows a lot of deterioration.

I had calcium scraped from certain discs in 2011 and it took the pain away but I do not want anymore surgery and neither does he, so see how this goes at Coastal Pain, especially for this type of thing.

I told Linda it takes me a long time in the morning because of all I have to do to my body to have a good day breathing well and not itching.  Since 2015 I have been treated for the skin itching, dermatitis, eczema, rosacea etc and have a fairly itch free life if I do it all.  So for Linda and anyone else caring for me when my mind goes, here is my morning routine.

1. Shower only with products free from certain chemicals and such.  I use Aveeno Body Wash.  (Also wash my clothes in the free and gentle detergent.

2. Use the scrub brush on arms and legs to keep dry flakiness away.  Wash the face with this prescription dandruff shampoo.

3.  If washing hair, use Aveeno or another chemical free shampoo.*  Kenra Mousse and then blow dry.

4. *15 minutes later put Metronidazole (prescription) on the face and 5 min after that you can use Aveeno moisturizer and collagen and makeup on the face (Este Lauder does not make my face itch).  The Neosporin is used on my belly button which sometimes gets red and itchy from heat from all the Ceasarean flab left around it.  And the Tri....Acetonide cream (prescription) is used on a growth on my right ab and the back of my right leg when they grow and get irritable. Can also be used on flair ups of eczema on the neck.  And Aquaphor or Cerave for the itch and healing.

5. The red jar or Cerave which is anti itch cream is used on my arms and legs to prevent itching during the day.  Use deodorant under arms.  Any non cancerous spots can be healed by aquaphor or the Tri...ace.

6. AM meds and supplements

spirits and mood

statin drug

1 each day

for allergies

fiber for regularity

 

for overactive bladder

spray in nostrils and blow nose completely so do not get stuffed nose during day.

7. V8 peach mango energy drink early

9. Later make a protein smoothie with pineapple to keep throat clear from phlegm, triple berries, SO Coconut milk yogurt, scoop of protein, large spoonful peanut butter, spinach or 1/2 banana, chia seeds, not flax, cranberry juice (no sugar) with same amount of water (dilutes juice).  I try to stay dairy free because of the eczema, etc.

10. At night, use 1 oxybutynin again, a multi vitamin, biotin, and benadryl and lastly spray nostrils with flonase or generic flonase.  Use makeup off sheet on face and then night time cream and collagen.

20 mg for blood pressure

11.  Make sure a pad is worn day and night with a bikini panty under garments and change if soiled during day etc.  A larger one can be used at night.

12. I find this eye therapy is the best for me.  My eyes do not get as dry in California  as they did in Utah so I seldom need it.

13.  Be aware that since the surgery in 2018 of the tumor on my tail and part of my sphincter was cut away so that wastes can escape and nestle in my upper bum...how gross but those are the facts.  Old age is not for sissies!!!!! 

Large plastic bin with green lid has extra meds in it and shoe box has current meds using and flonase stands by med box.  Here is to a long happy old age or a short happy one, whatever.

Thanksgiving!

Craig is here for Thanksgiving and everyone is busy cooking but me.  James and Kelsi have been invited and Collin and Kelly and Rowan are here.

I sent out this greeting last night on Instagram and Facebook that I had colored on Happy Color.

James was wondering about putting up the Christmas tree and I encouraged him to do it and said I would help.  So this morning we, James, Kelsi, her friend and I are going to try and do the tree etc!

Christmas is Coming! 2022

Poinsettias from Costco are the first sign of prep for Christmas.  So very beautiful and so many blooms!

James took the pictures of Kelsi and I at Church which is actually called Poinsettia Ward,  Kelsi had crimped her hair and was second guessing her choice but it looked lovely though she tells me that I am always telling her that her hair needs brushing...it does.  She is a surfer and out in the sun and surfs a lot.  Beautiful girl with strong legs and strong and beautiful body.

I think I look ok in my bathroom but in the light of day my wrinkles and eye bags and double chin are very obvious.  I have on the sterling earrings someone gave me at one time.  Love them.

89 this Christmas! And those eyes look tired.

Kelsi has 3 dimples!  She is a junior and is tired a lot from all her activities and probably not getting enough sleep and protein?

Hate to show this picture but Kelsi is soo cute!!!

 

Too Much Chocolate and Sugar

When watching TV or listening to a book I find I snack less if I chew gum and/or work of my Happy Coloring on my Samsung Tablet.

But I discovered the left over Halloween candy and begin eating the small bars that were old favorites.  One night I had waaaay too many and the next day I spent a lot of time in the bathroom and after I had ridded my body of all that bad stuff in my tummy I looked like this.  Very drained and tired.  I cannot eat much sugar or chocolate anymore!!!!!!

 

My Lovely Living Space in Carlsbad

I sent these pictures to Steve to show Marilyn and Jeanne where I was living now.  This is my daughter Linda and husband Gary's home in Carlsbad, CA.

My living quarters are the lower windows by the front door.

This is the street toward the direction of where the ocean and beach are.

This is looking in on my comfy bedroom den.

I have lots of drawers and shelves for all the clothes not in the large closet.  And my big TV!

Sadie has her own bed which she likes alot except at night she likes to sleep on the bed with me.  My protector.   Notice the curtain separating me from the passers in the hall.

Sidetables for all my 'stuff'' and nice light and heater in case of a cool night or day.

My chair that swivels to look out the window at the park or rocks me and my grandchildren or reclines to watch tv and rest.  And lots of rooms for all my techy stuff.

Lots of cupboard and drawer space for all my makeup and other needs!  And my own bathroom with great light and good water pressure, I love it.

There is a big fan if I ever get too hot.

My desk area is in the room next to my bedroom and bath and plenty of light and room for everything.  And as a bonus my grandson Jimmy and his friends found a wonderful desk chair that just fits me and has wonderful back support so it has replaced this chair.

I love it, very comfy, in a beautiful home with beautiful people.

 

Carlsbad Campground

Linda and Gary and Kelly plus Rowan walked down to see the Christmas lights at the campground.  I can't walk that far and am very slow so did not go.  I have not gotten into the Christmas spirit yet and it is already near Thanksgiving!!!!

 

The Masseys and Night Tidepooling

The Masseys and friends enjoy the beach at night and must see a lot of interesting things with flashlights.  They later had smores.  What fun!
 

The Versatile Kham!

He likes the tractor!

He plays the drums!

He likes paperwork!

Kham lives on the beach up in Washington State where is Dad Mitch is a carekeeper of a State Park and his Mom Bahia is a Nanny.
 

Kristi and Mike's House in Henderson, Nev

On our way from Utah to California we stayed a couple nights at the Stewart Home.

Tanner and Marissa's baby Cohen pulls on Molly's hair.

Linda talks to Cohen while his Mom Marissa holds on to him.

Gary, Molly, Ryan, Kristi, Brynn and Mike in their beautiful remodeled kitchen.  

Linda looks like she is playing with Cohen's blocks!

All the children love boots and Kristi has a cute way of displaying them.

 

Molly looked so cute dressed like one of the Hocus Pocus witches for Halloween. 

Fun Fall in Big Bear for the Masseys

Big Bear is a fun place in the fall.  We used to spend Thanksgiving there quite often.

Eden on a project.

Beautiful Friends!

Meagan looks like a Svenska with the pigtails!!!  Darling Family!  All ready for the festivities.

Fun backyard.

Nothing like falling leaves to play in.

So cute.

 Nice deck.

Tanner, Marissa and Coco