My husband spent three days hospitalized for kidney issues. His primary care doctor thought taking him off a certain medication would turn things around but the nephrologist disagreed.
Fortunately, Dr. T was correct while the kidney doctor’s hospitalization order gave me a tiny respite. I remained busy, such as taking one of our two cars in for repairs, yet otherwise enjoyed extra peace and quiet.
Now he is home sleeping as I type this Wednesday evening around 6pm. Fingers crossed, changes made to medications will improve our quality of life. He regained a reasonable appetite following weeks of forcing food down. And I hope his downbeat demeanor improves.
On a funny note, my adventures regarding the auto repair shop proved a bit crazy. We scheduled a tire rotation, oil change, and the impetus for the appointment was having a check engine light investigated. Knowing all this would take some time I asked for their free shuttle service and had the driver take me to a local gourmet market.
I’ve done this once before. The shop encourages folks to linger in two comfortable seating areas. I settled in with a bagel and interesting beverage. They offered a turmeric and ginger spiced chai latte. I enjoyed the interesting warm drink most and anticipated a tasty lunch of perhaps a lamb pie or fresh made sushi.
However, just before noon I received notice that the diesel fueled vehicle needed serious repairs to the tune of over $1000 (USD) and a necessary part wouldn’t arrive until the next day. We decided to make the investment.
All I needed to do now was get a ride home. Upon calling I was told that our home ranged well beyond their complimentary car service area but she’d check with the manager.
I’m happy to report he made the correct choice. After being customers who’ve spent thousands of dollars over the last two decades I planned to raise hell if refused transportation.
What looks like snow is residue from the
failed diesel exhaust residue tank...
We are blessed with kind neighbors, one of whom gave me a ride that took forty minutes total round trip plus the time it took recovering my house key. In gratitude, the least we can do is offer him and his wife fuel point savings from grocery shopping, most of which will expire before we can possibly use them all.
Are you a fan of any particular herbs and/or spices? Have you ever found yourself locked out of your home?
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I hope hubby is doing much better really soon. That was quite the story about your car repair. It's nice to have good neighbors.
ReplyDeleteYou don't stash a spare key outside of you house for just this occasion? I don't (as I have a garage door opener with a code, so if I accidentally lock myself out, I can get in that way), but I know some who do. Nice of your neighbors, though. Of course you weren't expecting to have to leave the car, so why keep your house key?
ReplyDeleteOh my, it does look like snow. I have locked myself out so often, now I have a key lockbox. Next: remember code. Ha! Take care of yourself!!! Time off from caregiving.
ReplyDeleteDearest Darla,
ReplyDeleteWishing your husband all the very best for his kidney health.
What a horror with the housekey still being on the car key fob!
Hugs,
Mariette + Kitties
Here's hoping the new med amts will bring the relief needed.
ReplyDeleteThe Hubby locked me out of the house once (or twice) when I went outside to hang with my 'O' Cats, and he figured that I was inside. I make sure to never leave the house without my keys now, just in case...