The reason for our success at the lab was that my favorite phlebotomist ... or should I say the only phlebotomist that can actually get a good draw on Payton ... was back from maternity leave, where she had been the last time we visited the lab. Remember, our experience from H E double toothpicks? Well the same tech we dealt with last time was there this time and she was just rude as can be to my favorite phlebotomist right in front of me and other customers. I was so annoyed that I ended up complaining to the supervisor, who happened to be on site when I was there. I told her about our experience the last time we were there and I also told her about what happened that day.
I am just so glad to be done with blood work for what I hope is awhile. I still can't wait to see what Payton's iron levels look like though. I also think Nika's are probably low, but we'll see.
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I mentioned a few days ago that Payton was not feeling well. She had a fever, croupy cough and was wheezing. For fear of the crazy swine flu, I took her to the doctor after we were done at the lab. They confirmed my real suspicions that she had croup and gave her a shot of Decadron. Man, was she ever pissed. Poor girl ... first she had to fight off the phlebotomist and then the doctors and nurses at the pediatrician. Hey, everyone needs a good workout, right? LOL.
She is doing much better today, although her nose is now running more than it was. But ... what is new? Runny noses are common around here in my girls. Sigh.
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Tonight I enjoyed an evening out with friends. We went to see the movie Obsessed and then to dinner. The movie was really good ... I thought so, anyway. LOL. I cried ... big surprise ... and all was well that ended well.
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Remember my weight loss plan? I have been sticking to it and have lost almost 10 pounds so far. It is slow going, but I have realized how good it feels to be working out again. I try really hard not to cheat, but so far I keep cheating. LOL. Maybe someday I'll be able to resist completely.
Yeah, probably not.
I wanted to tell you about this new book that I'm reading ... Master your Metabolism by Jillian Michaels. You know, the Biggest Loser chick. She is hardcore on that show, but man does she ever know her stuff. The book is totally about how your hormones affect your body and your metabolism more than anyone would ever realize. It really is so interesting and I am trying to get an appointment with my endrocrinologist to have them test all of my hormone levels. I *know* that they are off ... I just know it.
Yeah, probably not.
I wanted to tell you about this new book that I'm reading ... Master your Metabolism by Jillian Michaels. You know, the Biggest Loser chick. She is hardcore on that show, but man does she ever know her stuff. The book is totally about how your hormones affect your body and your metabolism more than anyone would ever realize. It really is so interesting and I am trying to get an appointment with my endrocrinologist to have them test all of my hormone levels. I *know* that they are off ... I just know it.
Sometimes I wonder about you! You have the energy and drive of 10 people! WTG on the weight loss! I too am on a gym plan! I am also playing basketball again and am down but not as much as I would hope. I think maybe I will check out the book as I LOVE Jill! LOL
ReplyDeleteNow pass the tissues, are little noses are running too!
Yay for getting the blood draws over with. Goldie was so good last time, but we have to do them over. The blood clotted before it got to the lab.
ReplyDeletedoes your kids have a doctor toy set? my FIL is doctor so Elias has always played with his dr stuff, and last year he got a doctor toys set and he loves to play and check everyone,
ReplyDeletewe know a girl with ds who fights to doctors and we gave him Elias' dr toys set, and two weeks later, when she had an appointment she was a different girl!
so apparently that helped, just a thought
Another suggestion if you are mad about the services you receive at the doctor - contact your health insurance company. They should be reviewing quality of care complaints. You likely won't learn the outcomes due to some laws, but at least you can know it's being reviewed and addressed by the company that credentials.
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Glad you complained about the person who was so upsetting. I think she should find a desk job that doesn't involve interaction with people.
ReplyDeleteHope the girls are well soon!
Great job on the weight loss! The first 15 were easy for me, now I'm stuck. Spring Break, Easter Candy and now Girl Scout Cookies hasn't helped! Trying to get back on track, tho!
ReplyDeleteI had blood work done recently. My thyroid was way off and I have to go see a endocrinologist. Hormones out of control. Showing hypothyroid but, I am not having problem with weight, so I am a bit cautious to go on synthroid. Sigh...growing up is hard to do, everything starts failing LOL
ReplyDeleteI am so happy Payton let them draw her blood so you could see how her levels look as well as Nika's!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME about the 10lb weight loss!!! Way to go!!! Jillian Michaels must be the "it" person right now, I have heard a TON about her 30 day Shred video the past two weeks... I think I might have to go buy it - apparently it has 20 minute workouts (very DO-Able) and different levels... Jennifer at Three's A Charm has been doing it and seems to like it :)
Have a great week!!!
Good job on the weight loss! That is hard work.
ReplyDeleteGood for you on letting the supervisor know about that rude lady. Rude workers annoy me to death.
Yay- Payton got her blood drawn without major issues. I hate making Max have blood draws!
WTG on the weight loss girlie! Glad the blood draw wasn't too traumatic for the kiddos.
ReplyDeleteLet me know what you think of Jillian's book and what changes you incorporate because of it - I'm very interested!!!
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