My support worker Roberta and I attended the local Mayoral Ball on Saturday, Sept. 13 and both agreed it was a good night... even though we left around 10.30 p.m. Roberta had had a late night the evening before, so was ready for an early bed time. Her mother agreed to 'baby-sit' Roberta's three children (all under the age of nine), but added "don't be too late". Roberta's gown (made to order on eBay from China) arrived just a day before the ball and drew complimentary remarks from all who saw her wearing it (see photo... that's me at the rear in my gladrags).
My only other news is that I am expecting a visit from Austin Hospital peritoneal dialysis staff this week to discuss the prospect of me switching from haemodialysis to this alternative. It has the advantage of being administered overnight at home, thus freeing up my daytime hours and enabling me to use it at other destinations.
On the other hand (possible DISadvantages), I will need to have an operation to (a) remove a hernia and (b) to insert a tube into my stomach for what is known as PD (peritoneal dialysis). Doctors are concerned that my ticker may not survive another operation of this nature after my close call last year, so a few questions have to be asked and answered before a final decision is made.
My present frame of mind dictates that I 'give it a go' as, even though I continue to 'think positive' most of the time, I feel I have little to lose if it gives me back more time for travelling and re-motivates me in other areas... like searching for a soulmate! Again folks, watch this space!
If you want to know more about my options, type either 'haemodialysis' or 'peritoneal dialysis' into your search engine.
