Chiflaco out.
05 July 2015
Charlotte's Christening
Chiflaco out.
Ladies Who Lunch
Went to Jim's with Mike and Tony. I like it there because Mike can find something he can actually swallow. He still has trouble swallowing and can only eat soft foods.
It was a great visit and we laughed a lot of course. Mike was wearing a mask because he didn't want dust going up his throat or nose. He had cheddar soup and scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese.
Tony and I had deserts and Mike got a chocolate chip cookie for the road. Nice to have such wonderful friends. Now to find a husband...
Chiflaco out.
It was a great visit and we laughed a lot of course. Mike was wearing a mask because he didn't want dust going up his throat or nose. He had cheddar soup and scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese.
Tony and I had deserts and Mike got a chocolate chip cookie for the road. Nice to have such wonderful friends. Now to find a husband...
Chiflaco out.
29 June 2015
Ladies Who Lunch
Went to brunch with Mike and Tony today. We went to Luther's who just moved across the street.
The food was great as was the ambiance. They had a live trio playing familiar tunes. The food was great except for Mike who had the Eggs Benedict and the English muffin was too tough to cut with a knife. They comped his order.
I like Luther's despite that on drawback. I would till recommend Luther's. I had the Swiss Mushroom burger that was absolutely spectacular. I highly recommend Luther's for a good eating experience.
Chiflaco out.
The food was great as was the ambiance. They had a live trio playing familiar tunes. The food was great except for Mike who had the Eggs Benedict and the English muffin was too tough to cut with a knife. They comped his order.
I like Luther's despite that on drawback. I would till recommend Luther's. I had the Swiss Mushroom burger that was absolutely spectacular. I highly recommend Luther's for a good eating experience.
Chiflaco out.
26 June 2015
SAME-SEX MARRIAGE APPROVED!
I was on Twitter and it exploded big time. And I don't have a boyfriend to make that wish come true for me.
Chiflaco out.
25 June 2015
Dental Visit
Went to get my teeth cleaned today. Deedee said my teeth were great. Dr Riley said my teeth were great. He's an absolute hottie. When we shake hands we hold it for a long time.
Dr. Riley is cute. I love holding on to his hand as much as he does. He's a hottie and I fantasize about him all the time.
Chiflaco out.
Dr. Riley is cute. I love holding on to his hand as much as he does. He's a hottie and I fantasize about him all the time.
Chiflaco out.
22 June 2015
Caitlyn's Father's Day
Birthday Boy
19 June 2015
Chemotherapy and Radiation
Mike started chemotherapy last Friday. So far so good. He started radiation Tuesday. Today he had both. No side effects to speak of.
It does leave him exhausted. Mike is a sweetheart and takes it all in stride. I'm praying for him.
Chiflaco out.
It does leave him exhausted. Mike is a sweetheart and takes it all in stride. I'm praying for him.
Chiflaco out.
06 June 2015
George and Charlotte
They're royally adorable. Photo of Prince George and Princess Charlotte taken by Mom Kate.
03 June 2015
Maintenace Woman
Our maintenance man is a woman. I was shocked. I turned in a work order for my a/c leaking today. Josie showed up and quickly found the trouble. She used an extractor to pick up the excess water and fixed my a/c.
She asked if I've ever been to the Sunset and I said yes. The Sunset was a gay bar from back when. She said she recognized me. And then she asked if I was a regular at Olmos Park. Again she recognized me. And I've always tried to maintain a low profile.
I like her. She's cool. She told me that there was a Pride celebration at the Mercado. I of course won't go. I just don't like crowds anymore. But it's nice to have family close by.
She love Jean-Luc of course and told me that her wife had a cat that preferred her over herself. So much information was exchanged.
I hope she works out. I really like her and she knows what she's doing. I will support her of course.
Chiflaco out.
She asked if I've ever been to the Sunset and I said yes. The Sunset was a gay bar from back when. She said she recognized me. And then she asked if I was a regular at Olmos Park. Again she recognized me. And I've always tried to maintain a low profile.
I like her. She's cool. She told me that there was a Pride celebration at the Mercado. I of course won't go. I just don't like crowds anymore. But it's nice to have family close by.
She love Jean-Luc of course and told me that her wife had a cat that preferred her over herself. So much information was exchanged.
I hope she works out. I really like her and she knows what she's doing. I will support her of course.
Chiflaco out.
Hello Caitlyn Jenner
This came out yesterday. It was Bruce Jenner's official coming out. She has a spread in Vanity Fair and she looks gorgeous. I told Mike I'd turn lesbian for her.
She also revealed her new name, Caitlyn. I'm looking forward to more from her. She looks nothing like Bruce. She's empowered herself with that name. I hope she finds true happiness.
Chiflaco out.
She also revealed her new name, Caitlyn. I'm looking forward to more from her. She looks nothing like Bruce. She's empowered herself with that name. I hope she finds true happiness.
Chiflaco out.
Ladies Who Lunch
I saw Mike today. He had two appointments hours apart. He took me to lunch in between.
We went to the Mexican Manhattan. It was so funny because one of the managers called me James. Mike thought this was funny and called me a whore. I can't help it if men know me.
We visited at home for about two hours. It was great to see him. He starts chemotherapy Friday. We're hoping he doesn't get any bad reactions. He's thinking hair loss and diarrhea. I'm hoping for the best.
Chiflaco out.
We went to the Mexican Manhattan. It was so funny because one of the managers called me James. Mike thought this was funny and called me a whore. I can't help it if men know me.
We visited at home for about two hours. It was great to see him. He starts chemotherapy Friday. We're hoping he doesn't get any bad reactions. He's thinking hair loss and diarrhea. I'm hoping for the best.
Chiflaco out.
30 May 2015
Urologist
I'm still having plumbing problems. So I went to a urologist. He was hot! What I won't do to get fingered. He said my prostate was okay and saw no reason for my plumbing situation.
He did give me some drug samples. Don't know why he gave me them since I'm allegedly okay.
Chiflaco out.
He did give me some drug samples. Don't know why he gave me them since I'm allegedly okay.
Chiflaco out.
23 May 2015
I saw Mike Today!
Mike called me this morning and asked if I needed to go to the store. Of course I said yes, Jean-Luc needs food and I need Pepsi.
He's looking good. He can talk somewhat, he slurs his words. I only slur when I drink. He lied and said I'm looking good. Best friends are such great liars.
We chatted a lot and got caught up on our lives. Yesterday was exciting for him, he ate actual food. He had a dental appointment and they numbed his mouth and he was able to eat without feeling pain.
He starts chemo/radiation next month. He had his hair shorn short and he said the salon will shave his head for free if his hair falls out due to the chemo. Something to look forward to.
It was a short visit but we'll see each other tomorrow. He's taking me out to lunch. Also will be great to see Tony. I haven't seen them since April.
Chiflaco out.
He's looking good. He can talk somewhat, he slurs his words. I only slur when I drink. He lied and said I'm looking good. Best friends are such great liars.
We chatted a lot and got caught up on our lives. Yesterday was exciting for him, he ate actual food. He had a dental appointment and they numbed his mouth and he was able to eat without feeling pain.
He starts chemo/radiation next month. He had his hair shorn short and he said the salon will shave his head for free if his hair falls out due to the chemo. Something to look forward to.
It was a short visit but we'll see each other tomorrow. He's taking me out to lunch. Also will be great to see Tony. I haven't seen them since April.
Chiflaco out.
20 May 2015
Mental Health Day
Went to the psychiatrist today. I have to go periodically for my sleeping pills. He seemed very interested in my trip to Paris and my reading everything. Right now I'm reading a memoir of a Holocaust survivor.
Also saw my therapist. She was also interested on the Holocaust. She also said I was an intellectual of all things. I have so much to offer but don't know where to get started.
I recently looked up info on publishing a book. They all say to start with a literary agent which I have. They've actually contacted me and I don't know how they got my number, but they called for more information.
I have a vague outline that I want to turn into a memoir. We'll see what happens.
Chiflaco out.
Also saw my therapist. She was also interested on the Holocaust. She also said I was an intellectual of all things. I have so much to offer but don't know where to get started.
I recently looked up info on publishing a book. They all say to start with a literary agent which I have. They've actually contacted me and I don't know how they got my number, but they called for more information.
I have a vague outline that I want to turn into a memoir. We'll see what happens.
Chiflaco out.
17 May 2015
Yet Another Mike Update
I was pleasantly surprised Friday when I got a call from Mike. He's doing great and we had an actual conversation. He's able to talk a little and he can now eat soup.
He's going to the doctor's this week to get information on radiation and chemotherapy. Also on the agenda is house hunting. He lives in Boerne and he doesn't like it. We're hoping to find a home in the city limits. The joke is it must have a mother-in-law suite for me!
I hope he finds something suitable.
Chiflaco out.
He's going to the doctor's this week to get information on radiation and chemotherapy. Also on the agenda is house hunting. He lives in Boerne and he doesn't like it. We're hoping to find a home in the city limits. The joke is it must have a mother-in-law suite for me!
I hope he finds something suitable.
Chiflaco out.
Great Weather!
I'm really enjoy the weather we've been blessed with lately. The weather has been unseasonally cool and I love it. I get to open the window to let some fresh air in the house.
It's so cool that I'm not used to it. I'm used to 80's or 90's weather this time of year. We've been having 70's or low 80's weather.
I just hope this lasts for a long while.
Chiflaco out.
It's so cool that I'm not used to it. I'm used to 80's or 90's weather this time of year. We've been having 70's or low 80's weather.
I just hope this lasts for a long while.
Chiflaco out.
14 May 2015
Dr's Visit
Went to the doctor's to get lab results. Everything is fine. Good cholesterol, no diabetes, T-cell count 100, Viral load 480. Kidneys are okay as well as my liver. I'm in good shape.
I did bring up my swollen foot and he gave me a script for that along with a water pill. My foot is okay after yesterday's podiatrist visit.
Chiflaco out.
I did bring up my swollen foot and he gave me a script for that along with a water pill. My foot is okay after yesterday's podiatrist visit.
Chiflaco out.
12 May 2015
Almost Humpday
I wish I had something to write about but there's nothing going on. I'm in routine mode. I wake up, have toast and coffee, watch a movie, and nap.
Mike's doing great. We're texting more often now. He actually went to church Sunday. But he says he went home and took a 3-hour nap. His body telling him he needs rest.
I'm not quite sure but I think he said he was going to work Monday. I don't see how. I hope I read his text wrong. I would wait until the radiation to see how I feel. But that's me. I'll call Tony tomorrow and see what's what.
Chiflaco out.
Mike's doing great. We're texting more often now. He actually went to church Sunday. But he says he went home and took a 3-hour nap. His body telling him he needs rest.
I'm not quite sure but I think he said he was going to work Monday. I don't see how. I hope I read his text wrong. I would wait until the radiation to see how I feel. But that's me. I'll call Tony tomorrow and see what's what.
Chiflaco out.
05 May 2015
Mike Update
Mike is doing great. He's at home recuperating. He still can't talk much. He says it hurts to talk. We text each day. And I talk to Tony periodically. We're both concerned as you might imagine.
Wish I could visit but they live in Boerne and there's no bus going out there. I have to rely on text or phone calls. I'll just have to be content with that for now.
Chiflaco out.
Wish I could visit but they live in Boerne and there's no bus going out there. I have to rely on text or phone calls. I'll just have to be content with that for now.
Chiflaco out.
Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana
The Royal baby has arrived. Born Saturday 2 May. Prince William and Kate are happy to welcome Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana to the fold.
Her name is significant. Charlotte is the female version of Charles, William's father. Elizabeth in honour of the Queen. Diana in honour of the late Princess Diana.
She is fourth in line to the throne and joins big brother Prince George.
Real excited for the Royals.
Chiflaco out.
Her name is significant. Charlotte is the female version of Charles, William's father. Elizabeth in honour of the Queen. Diana in honour of the late Princess Diana.
She is fourth in line to the throne and joins big brother Prince George.
Real excited for the Royals.
Chiflaco out.
30 April 2015
Uneventful Week
I didn't do much this weekend. The elevator kept me home for the most part. Same goes for this week. The big to-do was getting my tube taken out. It's great to sleep on my tum like I like to.
I had blood drawn for my labs. And I saw my doctor to get results from my ultrasound. Everything looks good. He is referring me to a urologist. I've been having plumbing problems. He also gave me a new med for my problems. I just hope they work.
Jean-Luc is back to normal. He knew there was something amiss last week. He's able to jump on my lap with no tube in the way. I missed him.
Chiflaco out.
I had blood drawn for my labs. And I saw my doctor to get results from my ultrasound. Everything looks good. He is referring me to a urologist. I've been having plumbing problems. He also gave me a new med for my problems. I just hope they work.
Jean-Luc is back to normal. He knew there was something amiss last week. He's able to jump on my lap with no tube in the way. I missed him.
Chiflaco out.
29 April 2015
Back In Order
He took the tube out! Yay! I'm pleased. He said I probably got the hernia from the weight loss. Guess fat's the way to be healthy. He also said I should take it easy for the next two weeks.
Also great news. The elevator is working again! No more stairs for this sick bitch. When I came home it was a great relief that it was working again. First thing I did was take out recyclables. I do my part for the environment.
Now I get to sleep comfortably again. And I'm able to tolerate Jean-Luc on my tum again. He's happy too.
Chiflaco out.
Also great news. The elevator is working again! No more stairs for this sick bitch. When I came home it was a great relief that it was working again. First thing I did was take out recyclables. I do my part for the environment.
Now I get to sleep comfortably again. And I'm able to tolerate Jean-Luc on my tum again. He's happy too.
Chiflaco out.
28 April 2015
Latest Update
The elevator is still out of order. I actually went down today. I went to the library. It was an ordeal but I had to do it. It was murder. I was also available to receive a delivery from my pharmacy.
I came home and passed out. I then went out again to the doctor to have this tube taken out. He was unavailable and I had to reschedule. I also had a late lunch at the Mexican Manhattan.
I also talked to Mike and he might be released tomorrow. Yay. That means I should have my old friend soon. Mary's still coming down tomorrow and help with the transition. I hope he's released and I can have my Mike back. I know Tony's also looking forward to it.
Keep your fingers crossed.
Chiflaco out.
I came home and passed out. I then went out again to the doctor to have this tube taken out. He was unavailable and I had to reschedule. I also had a late lunch at the Mexican Manhattan.
I also talked to Mike and he might be released tomorrow. Yay. That means I should have my old friend soon. Mary's still coming down tomorrow and help with the transition. I hope he's released and I can have my Mike back. I know Tony's also looking forward to it.
Keep your fingers crossed.
Chiflaco out.
Mike's Going Home Again
Heard from Mike today. We text because he still can't talk. He is going home either today or tomorrow. Either way, we're excited.
His sister will be coming over from Austin to help in the transition. Yay Mary. Yes her name is Mary, although Mike can be called Mary also, among other names.
He said I could go and be a nurse. I replied I would make a good Nurse Ratchet. I'm glad he's going home. I just wish I could talk to him. I miss him.
Chiflaco out.
His sister will be coming over from Austin to help in the transition. Yay Mary. Yes her name is Mary, although Mike can be called Mary also, among other names.
He said I could go and be a nurse. I replied I would make a good Nurse Ratchet. I'm glad he's going home. I just wish I could talk to him. I miss him.
Chiflaco out.
Elevator Out Of Order---AGAIN!
Yes, the elevator is out of order again. It was out of order last Monday when I had my surgery. I had to schlep eight floors. It was not fun. I got up here out of breath and ready for a nap.
It's out of order again this week and it's still as strenuous as ever. I have a bad left knee and callouses on both feet. It hurts to use the stairs.
I have a doctor's appointment today hopefully to remove my drainage tube. I'm not draining as much and I don't think I need it anymore. Not to mention sleep will be easier for me.
Keep your fingers crossed.
Chiflaco out.
It's out of order again this week and it's still as strenuous as ever. I have a bad left knee and callouses on both feet. It hurts to use the stairs.
I have a doctor's appointment today hopefully to remove my drainage tube. I'm not draining as much and I don't think I need it anymore. Not to mention sleep will be easier for me.
Keep your fingers crossed.
Chiflaco out.
22 April 2015
Recuperating
I'm recuperating fine. The best thing is that I'm sleeping well. The pain has subsided but I'm still a bit tender. The bad thing is that Jean-Luc feels out of sorts. He can't jump on my lap as before because he likes to rub against my belly and that's where I'm tender the most.
It hurts to feed him. I have to bend down to fill his dish and it's a pain to do so. We actually had a fight this morning he was so needy. But I let him jump in my lap for some quality time. He'll survive.
Chiflaco out.
It hurts to feed him. I have to bend down to fill his dish and it's a pain to do so. We actually had a fight this morning he was so needy. But I let him jump in my lap for some quality time. He'll survive.
Chiflaco out.
20 April 2015
Ouch!
I had my surgery today. It went well. I was there about four hours. I just didn't know it was gonna be so painful. My abdomen feels like a ton of bricks. Every movement is painful.
Kinda difficult to find a good position. Don't know how I will sleep tonight. I just know I'm exhausted and in dire need of sleep.
My wonderful nieces picked me up at the hospital. They are so loving and special. I'm blessed to have them in my life. Of course it was love at first sight when I saw them in the nursery.
We share a lot of memories and are still making some new ones. We just went to lunch Saturday and it was a nice visit. I wish I could see them more often but they live on the South side and we don't have as much time together as I'd like. We make due with our quality time.
Chiflaco out.
Kinda difficult to find a good position. Don't know how I will sleep tonight. I just know I'm exhausted and in dire need of sleep.
My wonderful nieces picked me up at the hospital. They are so loving and special. I'm blessed to have them in my life. Of course it was love at first sight when I saw them in the nursery.
We share a lot of memories and are still making some new ones. We just went to lunch Saturday and it was a nice visit. I wish I could see them more often but they live on the South side and we don't have as much time together as I'd like. We make due with our quality time.
Chiflaco out.
17 April 2015
Latest On Mike
I went to the dental school yesterday. I need to see a periodontist but have to go through the dental school first. They did an examination but were not able to do anything for me because my t-cell count is under 200. Their protocol.
They did refer me to the periodontal school but don't know what their protocol is regarding HIV.
Since I was in the medical center I decided to visit Mike. He's still in ICU and I got to see him. He's doing better but cannot speak for now. He communicates with facial gestures and written notes.
His sister was there with him. She's been an angel. She's been with him all week and guards him like a dog. She's almost ready to go back to work but she worries that he'll be alone.
I only stayed about 15 minutes. He couldn't speak and I got a little uneasy. So long as he knows that I'm still there for him.
Chiflaco out.
They did refer me to the periodontal school but don't know what their protocol is regarding HIV.
Since I was in the medical center I decided to visit Mike. He's still in ICU and I got to see him. He's doing better but cannot speak for now. He communicates with facial gestures and written notes.
His sister was there with him. She's been an angel. She's been with him all week and guards him like a dog. She's almost ready to go back to work but she worries that he'll be alone.
I only stayed about 15 minutes. He couldn't speak and I got a little uneasy. So long as he knows that I'm still there for him.
Chiflaco out.
15 April 2015
Grapefruit
One of the drawbacks of having AIDS is that you can't have grapefruit products. I love grapefruit. Nothing like peeling a grapefruit and enjoying the meat inside.
I was at the store today and they looked gorgeous. They called out to me and medication be damned, I bought two. I love the aroma as I peeled into my fruit. And it was so delicious.
Chiflaco out.
I was at the store today and they looked gorgeous. They called out to me and medication be damned, I bought two. I love the aroma as I peeled into my fruit. And it was so delicious.
Chiflaco out.
14 April 2015
Prayers For Mike
I got home from the doctor to a phone call from Tony. Mike's not doing well. He took a turn for the worst last night and started bleeding again. He was rushed into surgery this morning and he's now in ICU with no visitors allowed. Poor baby.
He's got a long road ahead but he's a fighter and he will pull through. We have so much to look forward too. We just got the Majestic Broadway series and we're looking forward to some musicals coming up.
Please keep Mike in your prayers. It's all appreciated.
Chiflaco out.
He's got a long road ahead but he's a fighter and he will pull through. We have so much to look forward too. We just got the Majestic Broadway series and we're looking forward to some musicals coming up.
Please keep Mike in your prayers. It's all appreciated.
Chiflaco out.
Surgery
It's official, it's a hernia. Doctor said it was probably due to my gall bladder surgery. I have surgery Monday morning. It will be out patient so I should be home that afternoon.
What a relief! I was really fearing the worst. I'll take this instead.
Chiflaco out.
What a relief! I was really fearing the worst. I'll take this instead.
Chiflaco out.
13 April 2015
Mike Update
Mike went home Friday. He was doing okay but was still uncomfortable. Saturday night he started bleeding. Yesterday, Tony took him to the ER in Boerne.
He was later admitted back to the Methodist in San Antonio. He's still bleeding and still has trouble swallowing. He's still being fed via a feeding tube.
Please pray for him. He needs all the angels around him.
Chiflaco out.
He was later admitted back to the Methodist in San Antonio. He's still bleeding and still has trouble swallowing. He's still being fed via a feeding tube.
Please pray for him. He needs all the angels around him.
Chiflaco out.
12 April 2015
Thanks For The Memories
I just did something painful for me. I said good-bye to cherished memories. I have a MOI folder filled with memories.
I went through the folder and threw away memories that will one day be trash to throw out after I die. I did keep some like cards from my father and wedding invitations and such.
It was poignant going through my memories, but it was something I needed to do. They're only memories that mean something to me.
Chiflaco out.
I went through the folder and threw away memories that will one day be trash to throw out after I die. I did keep some like cards from my father and wedding invitations and such.
It was poignant going through my memories, but it was something I needed to do. They're only memories that mean something to me.
Chiflaco out.
09 April 2015
Exhausted
It's so HOT out there! I'm worn out. Went to get my sonogram today. What a chore. The place is a good five minute drive away, but about thirty minutes by bus.
I got there and did my test and they also too an x-ray which was the first I heard. I went on my merry way and stopped to have breakfast tacos. I got home only to get a phone call to go back for some more testing. That sounds scary.
I just got home again and I'm absolutely fatigued. It's very difficult to walk with my callouses flaring up. And then I have my bad left knee to worry about. I'm walking with a knee brace.
I'm out of breath and ready for a nap. Guess my traveling days are over as well. Won't be able to make it back to Paris and I was planning on Barcelona. Madrid was another place on my bucket list but that's out the door now. I wanted to go to Arevalo Spain, a town just north of Madrid. See where my ancestors came from.
I'm ready for that nap.
Chiflaco out.
I got there and did my test and they also too an x-ray which was the first I heard. I went on my merry way and stopped to have breakfast tacos. I got home only to get a phone call to go back for some more testing. That sounds scary.
I just got home again and I'm absolutely fatigued. It's very difficult to walk with my callouses flaring up. And then I have my bad left knee to worry about. I'm walking with a knee brace.
I'm out of breath and ready for a nap. Guess my traveling days are over as well. Won't be able to make it back to Paris and I was planning on Barcelona. Madrid was another place on my bucket list but that's out the door now. I wanted to go to Arevalo Spain, a town just north of Madrid. See where my ancestors came from.
I'm ready for that nap.
Chiflaco out.
08 April 2015
Mike Update
I saw Mike yesterday. He's doing great and looks great as well. I was expecting the worst. He's very tired though. He has a lot of recuperating to do.
Tony is looking out after him. Bless his heart. Mike's sister will be coming this weekend to look out after him. I also volunteered to help out. Jean-Luc can do without me for a while.
Just talked to Tony. Hopefully Mike will be released tomorrow. Tony had to learn how to give him his medication and food. Mike's still having trouble swallowing and is using a food tube.
I wish there were more for him but I'm not well either. He means the world to me. He's the brother I always wanted.
Chiflaco out.
Tony is looking out after him. Bless his heart. Mike's sister will be coming this weekend to look out after him. I also volunteered to help out. Jean-Luc can do without me for a while.
Just talked to Tony. Hopefully Mike will be released tomorrow. Tony had to learn how to give him his medication and food. Mike's still having trouble swallowing and is using a food tube.
I wish there were more for him but I'm not well either. He means the world to me. He's the brother I always wanted.
Chiflaco out.
05 April 2015
Anxious
Went to lunch with Mike and Tony today. The day before Mike's surgery. He looks okay but I'm to one that is anxious. I think that's why I'm feeling nauseous. I've been drinking Maalox all afternoon and had bouts of diarrhea.
I guess that's why I'm not feeling well. Mike has an optimistic look on the whole thing as well he should. We joke constantly about it. It's only cancer we say and chortle. I won't be able to go to the hospital tomorrow but I made Tony promise periodically with updates.
One would think I'd be anxious over my travails. I still have a tumor/hernia to worry about. It's one or the other and only leads to surgery.
Then there's my dental visit. The hygienist said everything looked okay from my x-rays. Then she opened my mouth and started prodding. It hurt like hell. She said OMG several times and I bled a lot. Dr. Riley checked me over and said that it's URGENT I go to a periodontist. Ouch! I now have that chore to look forward to.
But for now, please think positive things for Mike. I don't pray but I've got my family praying for him. I worry, that's what mothers do and I've been a mother for a long time. I just want him to come through this hiccup okay.
Chiflaco out.
I guess that's why I'm not feeling well. Mike has an optimistic look on the whole thing as well he should. We joke constantly about it. It's only cancer we say and chortle. I won't be able to go to the hospital tomorrow but I made Tony promise periodically with updates.
One would think I'd be anxious over my travails. I still have a tumor/hernia to worry about. It's one or the other and only leads to surgery.
Then there's my dental visit. The hygienist said everything looked okay from my x-rays. Then she opened my mouth and started prodding. It hurt like hell. She said OMG several times and I bled a lot. Dr. Riley checked me over and said that it's URGENT I go to a periodontist. Ouch! I now have that chore to look forward to.
But for now, please think positive things for Mike. I don't pray but I've got my family praying for him. I worry, that's what mothers do and I've been a mother for a long time. I just want him to come through this hiccup okay.
Chiflaco out.
01 April 2015
April Fools
I heard from Mike today. They're moving his surgery up by a week. He said the doctor wanted to go in there as soon as possible. I kept waiting for him to say April Fools.
Mike is the bestest friend ever. We've been through a lot together. He was there when I was in the hospital and I was there for him. Now he lives out of town and I don't think I can care for him like I'd like to.
He sounds great. He's seeing the bright side of things which is great. He sounds like he's looking forward to the surgery and getting himself back to normal. Normal is not an adjective used by AIDS patients. He sounds like he will survive and I can only pray for that.
I love him.
Chiflaco out.
Mike is the bestest friend ever. We've been through a lot together. He was there when I was in the hospital and I was there for him. Now he lives out of town and I don't think I can care for him like I'd like to.
He sounds great. He's seeing the bright side of things which is great. He sounds like he's looking forward to the surgery and getting himself back to normal. Normal is not an adjective used by AIDS patients. He sounds like he will survive and I can only pray for that.
I love him.
Chiflaco out.
29 March 2015
THE ITCH
Don't know if I've blogged about this already. One of the other travails I've been plaqued with lately is itching.
I am one major itch monster. I scratch all over the place. I even have some scratches for proof.
Then I remembered about oatmeal. They say to bathe in oatmeal for soothing itches. I'm not about to try that, I hate oats!
I found good old fashioned oatmeal soap. It smells great and leaves my skin exceptionally smooth. I really feel better all around. An added bonus.
Chiflaco out.
I am one major itch monster. I scratch all over the place. I even have some scratches for proof.
Then I remembered about oatmeal. They say to bathe in oatmeal for soothing itches. I'm not about to try that, I hate oats!
I found good old fashioned oatmeal soap. It smells great and leaves my skin exceptionally smooth. I really feel better all around. An added bonus.
Chiflaco out.
25 March 2015
Bad Things Good People
Why do bad things happen to good people? It's a question that will haunt us for a lifetime.
I heard from my friend Barbara. She also had a near-death experience. Bless her heart she managed to avoid a collision and she almost hit a man, but she is intelligent.
Then there's poor Mike. He just got diagnosed with esophageal cancer. He's gonna have some surgeries and then radiation treatments. We're all down about it but we're making light of the situation. I love Mike like the brother I never had. I expect nothing but great results.
Chiflaco out.
I heard from my friend Barbara. She also had a near-death experience. Bless her heart she managed to avoid a collision and she almost hit a man, but she is intelligent.
Then there's poor Mike. He just got diagnosed with esophageal cancer. He's gonna have some surgeries and then radiation treatments. We're all down about it but we're making light of the situation. I love Mike like the brother I never had. I expect nothing but great results.
Chiflaco out.
Missing the Cool Weather
It started already. I hate it. Hot weather has finally appeared in SA. It's 76 in my apartment with the a/c on. They're supposed to fix it soon but our manager has too many days off and we don't have a maintenance man.
This was a cool winter. It never got freezing cold for me. I did not turn on the heater again this year. There were days when I had the window open to let some of the cool air in.
Up to last week we still had cool weather. It was in the 60's outside and 70's inside. I miss that. Now I have to deal with the unrelenting heat that is San Antonio.
It's only seven months until we get great weather again.
Chiflaco out.
This was a cool winter. It never got freezing cold for me. I did not turn on the heater again this year. There were days when I had the window open to let some of the cool air in.
Up to last week we still had cool weather. It was in the 60's outside and 70's inside. I miss that. Now I have to deal with the unrelenting heat that is San Antonio.
It's only seven months until we get great weather again.
Chiflaco out.
24 March 2015
Dental Visit
I went to the dentist for a cleaning today. I was a bloody mess. After my cleaning my bib was splashed with bloody splats alee over the place. It looked like a Jackson Pollok painting!
Sexy Dr. Riley said they've done all they can and referred my to a periodontist. I'm in need of help. I've only been asking for this for the past 11 years.
Now I got to follow up on this problem. More later.
Chiflaco out.
Sexy Dr. Riley said they've done all they can and referred my to a periodontist. I'm in need of help. I've only been asking for this for the past 11 years.
Now I got to follow up on this problem. More later.
Chiflaco out.
23 March 2015
Doctors Appointments
I had a busy morning today. I was almost killed in front of my building. And then I went to my sexy furry podiatrist. He is hot and I love his furry chest. We talked hammertoe surgery and he pared of my callouses.
Then I went to my doctor with a list of things. My dizziness might be allergies. He gave me a script for that. My bathroom problems might be me getting used to my meds again. He also upped my prostate medication as well.
The final thing with my doctor, I've noticed a bump under my belly button. It scared me this weekend when I felt it. But he said it might be a hernia and requested for more tests on it. Of course I thought the worse and wanted to test no matter what. I'm going to see a specialist about it.
I've had a busy day and anxious and ready for a nap.
Chiflaco out.
Then I went to my doctor with a list of things. My dizziness might be allergies. He gave me a script for that. My bathroom problems might be me getting used to my meds again. He also upped my prostate medication as well.
The final thing with my doctor, I've noticed a bump under my belly button. It scared me this weekend when I felt it. But he said it might be a hernia and requested for more tests on it. Of course I thought the worse and wanted to test no matter what. I'm going to see a specialist about it.
I've had a busy day and anxious and ready for a nap.
Chiflaco out.
Near Death Experience
I didn't see this one coming. I was at the crosswalk on Travis waiting to cross the street. I got the walk sign looked both ways like always and started crossing the street.
About a third of the way, cars started honking. The cars that had the right of way stopped and were honking. Some moron in an SUV on the phone came out of nowhere and swerved to miss the cars and barely avoided hitting me. He came so close I could see his face.
And he just kept on talking. I literally saw my life flash in front of me. That was depressing. All I could think of was my Dad. There's a saying that's appropriate for times like this, Cosa Mala Nunca Muere! Bad things never die. And I didn't.
I went off the rest of the day after my heart stopped beating fast and went to my appointments.
Chiflaco out.
About a third of the way, cars started honking. The cars that had the right of way stopped and were honking. Some moron in an SUV on the phone came out of nowhere and swerved to miss the cars and barely avoided hitting me. He came so close I could see his face.
And he just kept on talking. I literally saw my life flash in front of me. That was depressing. All I could think of was my Dad. There's a saying that's appropriate for times like this, Cosa Mala Nunca Muere! Bad things never die. And I didn't.
I went off the rest of the day after my heart stopped beating fast and went to my appointments.
Chiflaco out.
20 March 2015
Dizzy Queen
My latest problem is dizziness. I've been dizzy for the past week. I'm dizzy all day long, and there are times when I feel like I'm about to pass out. I also have severe headaches. No amount of meds gets rid of those.
I did make an appointment with my doctor, but that's two days away. And then there are times when I feel like my knees are about to buckle under me. I just now spent two hours in bed I was so out of it.
I have to run errands but I'm so afraid to go out and pass out somewhere. As usual I will survive.
Chiflaco out.
I did make an appointment with my doctor, but that's two days away. And then there are times when I feel like my knees are about to buckle under me. I just now spent two hours in bed I was so out of it.
I have to run errands but I'm so afraid to go out and pass out somewhere. As usual I will survive.
Chiflaco out.
19 March 2015
What a Whiner!
Bathroom Problems. I miss January and February when I had diarrhea. Now I'm constipated. I think it's because I'm taking my meds again. I do try laxatives with a stool softener but it's not working.
I did have a couple of movements this week but it wasn't due to the laxative. I produced some rock-hard turds. These things are like cement. They sink directly down to the commode. And then I have to triple flush. And then the commode took two days to function properly.
Weather. For the most part I love these cool mornings. But while it's 65 outside, it's 76 in my apartment and that's with the a/c on! My saving grace is that when I was having problems last May, management loaned my a window unit. And that really helps a lot. I turn it on at night because it just gets so hot.
Chiflaco out.
I did have a couple of movements this week but it wasn't due to the laxative. I produced some rock-hard turds. These things are like cement. They sink directly down to the commode. And then I have to triple flush. And then the commode took two days to function properly.
Weather. For the most part I love these cool mornings. But while it's 65 outside, it's 76 in my apartment and that's with the a/c on! My saving grace is that when I was having problems last May, management loaned my a window unit. And that really helps a lot. I turn it on at night because it just gets so hot.
Chiflaco out.
15 March 2015
Back to 'Normal'
I'm finally sleeping again. But it takes a while to fall asleep. My psychiatrist told me to take them before I go to sleep. It didn't work. I'm now taking them at 7 p.m. Doesn't work. Last night I was up until midnight before laying down. I lay in bed until 2 a.m. when I got up for a glass of water.
The latest I've woken up has been 10 a.m. They really knock me out. I finally set my phone for 8 a.m. It is nice to sleep again.
I'm still constipated. So far it's been five days. Maybe I should stop taking my meds and live with the diarrhea. Just a thought.
Chiflaco out.
The latest I've woken up has been 10 a.m. They really knock me out. I finally set my phone for 8 a.m. It is nice to sleep again.
I'm still constipated. So far it's been five days. Maybe I should stop taking my meds and live with the diarrhea. Just a thought.
Chiflaco out.
11 March 2015
Meds
I finally got my meds. I started taking them Sunday morning. The weird thing is that now I am constipated. Most AIDS patients have diarrhea with the cocktail. I have to be different.
An agency used to pay my co-pays. They've changed their policy and now I have to pay my co-pays. It's not much but I could use that money somewhere else.
Now for the sleeping situation. Ambien was just not working for me anymore. My psychiatrist wrote me a script for Trozodone. Each tablet is 150 mgs. He told me to take one before bedtime and if that doesn't work, take two.
I took two. I started yawning after 30 minutes so I went to bed. I just lay there. I was there for about two hours and then it was 10,30 a.m.! The tablets work. I do wake up groggy but I'm sleeping again.
The only problem is falling asleep. No matter what time I take the pills, I don't fall asleep until after 11 or midnight. Last night I took them at 8. I went to bed at 10,30 and I lay there for a while. I still didn't fall until 11 or midnight.
Oh well. At least I'm getting sleep. And I haven't napped since. I was so used to those naps but my body doesn't need them anymore.
Chiflaco out.
An agency used to pay my co-pays. They've changed their policy and now I have to pay my co-pays. It's not much but I could use that money somewhere else.
Now for the sleeping situation. Ambien was just not working for me anymore. My psychiatrist wrote me a script for Trozodone. Each tablet is 150 mgs. He told me to take one before bedtime and if that doesn't work, take two.
I took two. I started yawning after 30 minutes so I went to bed. I just lay there. I was there for about two hours and then it was 10,30 a.m.! The tablets work. I do wake up groggy but I'm sleeping again.
The only problem is falling asleep. No matter what time I take the pills, I don't fall asleep until after 11 or midnight. Last night I took them at 8. I went to bed at 10,30 and I lay there for a while. I still didn't fall until 11 or midnight.
Oh well. At least I'm getting sleep. And I haven't napped since. I was so used to those naps but my body doesn't need them anymore.
Chiflaco out.
04 March 2015
Busy Day
I'm exhausted. Went to the therapist today for an assessment to see the psychiatrist. She said my sweats might be hormonal and suggested I talk to the psychiatrist or PCP.
She got me through to the psychiatrist today. He prescribed an alternative sleeping medication. Of course I forgot the name but I took the script to the pharmacy.
Then I went to the clinic. Dr. Martinez was kind of pissed that the case manager there was not able to help me with my meds. He did say the sweats might be because I haven't been taking my psych meds. He wrote me scripts for everything.
He did say everything was just about normal. All my organs are okay. My t-cell count went up from 89 to 125, that's good. The bad part was my viral load. It went from undetectable to 60,000! That was because I haven't taken my meds for two months.
I did forget to mention my libido which is way up. Tony says I got a good cell count because of all the sex. I just can't seem to get enough.
I then went to Oasis for their fabulous mole enchiladas. Not bad for $6.95. Enchiladas, rice, beans, salad and tea. I was happy.
Then I went to the pharmacy with all my scripts and new insurance card. I feel so relieved to get that back into swing.
I came home and took some Ibuprofen and lay down for about thirty minutes. I'm one tired boy. Something tells me I'll be getting a good night's sleep. Not to mention the fact that I didn't nap today.
Chiflaco out.
She got me through to the psychiatrist today. He prescribed an alternative sleeping medication. Of course I forgot the name but I took the script to the pharmacy.
Then I went to the clinic. Dr. Martinez was kind of pissed that the case manager there was not able to help me with my meds. He did say the sweats might be because I haven't been taking my psych meds. He wrote me scripts for everything.
He did say everything was just about normal. All my organs are okay. My t-cell count went up from 89 to 125, that's good. The bad part was my viral load. It went from undetectable to 60,000! That was because I haven't taken my meds for two months.
I did forget to mention my libido which is way up. Tony says I got a good cell count because of all the sex. I just can't seem to get enough.
I then went to Oasis for their fabulous mole enchiladas. Not bad for $6.95. Enchiladas, rice, beans, salad and tea. I was happy.
Then I went to the pharmacy with all my scripts and new insurance card. I feel so relieved to get that back into swing.
I came home and took some Ibuprofen and lay down for about thirty minutes. I'm one tired boy. Something tells me I'll be getting a good night's sleep. Not to mention the fact that I didn't nap today.
Chiflaco out.
01 March 2015
Joel
Today would have been Joel's 53rd birthday. He was my high school sweetheart. He died ten years ago. I miss him.
He had AIDS also. I still remember when he told me. We went to the movies and he told me in the parking lot. We didn't see a movie. He cried so much and we promised to be there for each other.
When he passed I was in Michigan. I got a call from his boyfriend and we arranged his funeral. I promised to go. Joel and I had promised to be there for each other's funerals.
Steve did not let me come down. That really pissed me off. I should have come down.
Joel was only 16 when we met. It was love at first sight. We went to the zoo with some friends that Saturday. He was a real gentleman. When he'd come over he'd talk to my Dad and would tell him what we would be doing and when he'd have me home. My Dad really liked him.
I still go by the Japanese Garden in Breckenridge Park where he carved our initials. They're still there. We were together only two years but we were life long friends. It's always best to love a friend.
I wish he were there when I found out about myself. He would have taken care of me like I took care of him. I will hopefully seen him soon.
Chiflaco out.
He had AIDS also. I still remember when he told me. We went to the movies and he told me in the parking lot. We didn't see a movie. He cried so much and we promised to be there for each other.
When he passed I was in Michigan. I got a call from his boyfriend and we arranged his funeral. I promised to go. Joel and I had promised to be there for each other's funerals.
Steve did not let me come down. That really pissed me off. I should have come down.
Joel was only 16 when we met. It was love at first sight. We went to the zoo with some friends that Saturday. He was a real gentleman. When he'd come over he'd talk to my Dad and would tell him what we would be doing and when he'd have me home. My Dad really liked him.
I still go by the Japanese Garden in Breckenridge Park where he carved our initials. They're still there. We were together only two years but we were life long friends. It's always best to love a friend.
I wish he were there when I found out about myself. He would have taken care of me like I took care of him. I will hopefully seen him soon.
Chiflaco out.
28 February 2015
Allegic To Jean-Luc
I've had three 'dates' that are allergic to cats. Oh the dilemma. Should I get rid of Jean-Luc? Is sex more important than my beloved?
We know the answer. Sex is great buy Jean-Luc is the world to me. They can survive.
Chiflaco out.
We know the answer. Sex is great buy Jean-Luc is the world to me. They can survive.
Chiflaco out.
21 February 2015
Sleeping Again
I can really get used to this. I'm sleeping again. I think the combination of drugs I'm taking at night are working. I lay down at the same time and get up at the same time.
The vivid dreams have stopped. I was having some whoppers. I still wake up with severe bad breath. I'm brushing my teeth before I got to bed and in the morning.
I get up and feed Jean-Luc. I have my priorities correct. Then I get coffee going and have toast. I'm still not eating.
The diarrhea has stopped. Wonder where that was coming from since I wasn't eating. I'm having regular bowel movements now. Again, why?
My clothes fit lose but I'm not going out to buy new clothes just yet.
My sex life is great. I've been meeting some interesting men. I'm more sexually active than I've been in over twenty years. I do play safe although some of them don't want to. So I turn those down. Don't want to spread my Michigan souvenir.
Chiflaco out.
The vivid dreams have stopped. I was having some whoppers. I still wake up with severe bad breath. I'm brushing my teeth before I got to bed and in the morning.
I get up and feed Jean-Luc. I have my priorities correct. Then I get coffee going and have toast. I'm still not eating.
The diarrhea has stopped. Wonder where that was coming from since I wasn't eating. I'm having regular bowel movements now. Again, why?
My clothes fit lose but I'm not going out to buy new clothes just yet.
My sex life is great. I've been meeting some interesting men. I'm more sexually active than I've been in over twenty years. I do play safe although some of them don't want to. So I turn those down. Don't want to spread my Michigan souvenir.
Chiflaco out.
17 February 2015
Downton Abbey
My friend Greg got me hooked on Downton Abbey. It's a series on PBS about a family at the turn of the century in England.
I've watched all the seasons and got to watch the current season through Netflix. I think it's the series finale. All the stories were wrapped up and there was no season cliff hanger. I cried.
Chiflaco out.
I've watched all the seasons and got to watch the current season through Netflix. I think it's the series finale. All the stories were wrapped up and there was no season cliff hanger. I cried.
Chiflaco out.
16 February 2015
I Slept!
Two nights in a row. I hope this is a trend. All I can think of is that the drug combination I'm taking is finally taking hold. The only problem is I wake up with severe bad breath and run to the bathroom to brush my teeth. Yesterday I woke up at 4 a.m. and brushed and went back to bed.
I'm still in heat. Don't know why I'm so hot. The night sweats are a pain. Last night I pulled off the covers I was so hot and I had the AC on.
This morning when I took out the recyclables it was nice and cold out. I came up turned off the AC and opened the windows. It was 61 in my apartment and I actually felt comfortable.
Nothing much else going on. I'm watching Queer As Folk again. That was such a great series. JR says I remind him of Brian Kinney if you know which character that is. He's the cynical one and I do see a lot of myself in him.
Jean-Luc is okay. I wish I were him the way he sleeps all the time. He likes to get on my chest in the morning so I can feed him. He just eats and sleeps and naps on my lap. He does sleep with me all the time. I'm awake in the middle of the night and he's snoring away next to me. True love.
Chiflaco out.
I'm still in heat. Don't know why I'm so hot. The night sweats are a pain. Last night I pulled off the covers I was so hot and I had the AC on.
This morning when I took out the recyclables it was nice and cold out. I came up turned off the AC and opened the windows. It was 61 in my apartment and I actually felt comfortable.
Nothing much else going on. I'm watching Queer As Folk again. That was such a great series. JR says I remind him of Brian Kinney if you know which character that is. He's the cynical one and I do see a lot of myself in him.
Jean-Luc is okay. I wish I were him the way he sleeps all the time. He likes to get on my chest in the morning so I can feed him. He just eats and sleeps and naps on my lap. He does sleep with me all the time. I'm awake in the middle of the night and he's snoring away next to me. True love.
Chiflaco out.
14 February 2015
Update
The update is there is no change. I get maybe two or three hours of sleep at night. And that's very restless sleep. I do take a nap in the day that is very satisfying. I still need sleep.
The Ambien doesn't work anymore and I've run out. I can't get any until next month. I am taking a mixture of Exedrin PM, melatonin, and Nyquil sleeping tablets. I down them with wine and I still can't sleep. Don't know what I did wrong to deserve this.
I really wish I were dead. There's just no reason for me to be alive. I even find sex boring. And I've been getting plenty of that! I have no interest in movies. And I haven't felt like reading in ages. The last book I read was The Fault in The Stars and it's just like the movie.
I have no appetite to speak of. I have toast with coffee in the morning. And then I have a meal in the afternoon. I don't eat much because I feel bloated afterwards. I feel like I want to puke and my stomach feels enlarged.
And the heat! Mike says I'm going through menopause. I perspire all day and I can't keep the apartment cool enough. I am having night sweats. The sheets cling to me. I'm hot and cold at the same time. The other night I was burning up and my feet were freezing. I got up and put on some woolen socks.
I want my life back. I have actually thought of returning to work but what's the point? I'm in the bathroom a lot and I lose concentration. Girl, I wouldn't hire me.
Oh well, time for the daily vodka induced nap. That's something I look forward to every day.
Chiflaco out.
The Ambien doesn't work anymore and I've run out. I can't get any until next month. I am taking a mixture of Exedrin PM, melatonin, and Nyquil sleeping tablets. I down them with wine and I still can't sleep. Don't know what I did wrong to deserve this.
I really wish I were dead. There's just no reason for me to be alive. I even find sex boring. And I've been getting plenty of that! I have no interest in movies. And I haven't felt like reading in ages. The last book I read was The Fault in The Stars and it's just like the movie.
I have no appetite to speak of. I have toast with coffee in the morning. And then I have a meal in the afternoon. I don't eat much because I feel bloated afterwards. I feel like I want to puke and my stomach feels enlarged.
And the heat! Mike says I'm going through menopause. I perspire all day and I can't keep the apartment cool enough. I am having night sweats. The sheets cling to me. I'm hot and cold at the same time. The other night I was burning up and my feet were freezing. I got up and put on some woolen socks.
I want my life back. I have actually thought of returning to work but what's the point? I'm in the bathroom a lot and I lose concentration. Girl, I wouldn't hire me.
Oh well, time for the daily vodka induced nap. That's something I look forward to every day.
Chiflaco out.
08 February 2015
No Change
I'm still not sleeping. It'll be a month this week. I've got major bags under my eyes. I lay down every night at the same time and just toss and turn.
I do take naps though. I drink two shots of vodka and that knocks me out for a couple of hours. I wake up all drugged and have no energy or interest in anything.
I try to watch movies but I'm just not interested. I did see John Wick with Keanu Reeves that was really great. It actually caught my interest and I got into the film.
The other thing is I finally got my prescription coverage back. Apparently I signed up for the VA package that doesn't have coverage because they give the medications for free. My coverage starts on March 1 and I'm looking forward to it.
Nothing else much going on. Oh, I have met some great men on growlr. I've had some interesting 'dates.' Now I can't seem to get enough.
Chiflaco out.
I do take naps though. I drink two shots of vodka and that knocks me out for a couple of hours. I wake up all drugged and have no energy or interest in anything.
I try to watch movies but I'm just not interested. I did see John Wick with Keanu Reeves that was really great. It actually caught my interest and I got into the film.
The other thing is I finally got my prescription coverage back. Apparently I signed up for the VA package that doesn't have coverage because they give the medications for free. My coverage starts on March 1 and I'm looking forward to it.
Nothing else much going on. Oh, I have met some great men on growlr. I've had some interesting 'dates.' Now I can't seem to get enough.
Chiflaco out.
22 January 2015
No Change
Still not sleeping. I do take daily naps though. I take Unisom with a shot of vodka each afternoon and that allows me to take naps. At night I take shots of Nyquil but don't know if it works or not.
Regardless, I'm still not sleeping. My naps do make up for my lack of sleep but I still need a full 8 hours. I'm not eating have a severe headache and am nauseous for the time being.
I do like the weight loss but know I'm losing weight for the wrong reasons. I have no apatite to speak of and only eat like once a day right now.
I have a roaring headache and I'm very tired of it. I want sleep. I'm also eating less. I've lost some weight and am glad of it but it's also not healthy weight loss. I want my life back.
Chiflaco out.
Regardless, I'm still not sleeping. My naps do make up for my lack of sleep but I still need a full 8 hours. I'm not eating have a severe headache and am nauseous for the time being.
I do like the weight loss but know I'm losing weight for the wrong reasons. I have no apatite to speak of and only eat like once a day right now.
I have a roaring headache and I'm very tired of it. I want sleep. I'm also eating less. I've lost some weight and am glad of it but it's also not healthy weight loss. I want my life back.
Chiflaco out.
21 January 2015
Insomnia 2
Still not sleeping. It's really driving me crazy. I lay down in bed and just toss and turn. Yesterday morning I took some Nyquil and was able to take a nap.
Mike told me about melatonin. It's an herbal supplement that's a sleeping aid. It really hasn't worked that I can tell. I took two last night with a shot of Nyquil and I did pass out. I still need a lot of sleep.
I'm suffering all over. I have a lack of appetite that I welcome. I've lost some weight because of this lack of sleep. And I go from diarrhea to constipation if you can believe that. I welcome the diarrhea just to clean out my system. Mike got a bit upset and told me to take Imodium which I did.
Still haven't heard anything about my scripts. In the meantime I'm not taking any meds. I've run out. I got used to the routine and now there's nothing.
I just want to sleep. I have a constant headache and I'm shaking again. For some reason I'm sweating up a storm. I can't find a constant temperature and have day sweats now. I just can't keep clean either. I always feel dirty. I can't take enough showers.
Chiflaco out.
Mike told me about melatonin. It's an herbal supplement that's a sleeping aid. It really hasn't worked that I can tell. I took two last night with a shot of Nyquil and I did pass out. I still need a lot of sleep.
I'm suffering all over. I have a lack of appetite that I welcome. I've lost some weight because of this lack of sleep. And I go from diarrhea to constipation if you can believe that. I welcome the diarrhea just to clean out my system. Mike got a bit upset and told me to take Imodium which I did.
Still haven't heard anything about my scripts. In the meantime I'm not taking any meds. I've run out. I got used to the routine and now there's nothing.
I just want to sleep. I have a constant headache and I'm shaking again. For some reason I'm sweating up a storm. I can't find a constant temperature and have day sweats now. I just can't keep clean either. I always feel dirty. I can't take enough showers.
Chiflaco out.
18 January 2015
Insomnia
I haven't slept since last Monday. For some reason I can't fall asleep. It's driving me crazy. I'm dizzy, cranky, light headed. I am eating less for some reason and my belt is fitting looser.
I go with the motions of sleeping. I go to bed at the usual time and just lie in bed staring into the night. I try all my usual sleeping positions but nothing helps. I ran ot of Ambien also not that that was helping much. I was still taking it and it was not working.
I don't think I'm stressed out about anything. Nothing bothers me. I bought some over the counter sleeping pills and of course they're not working. The drinking isn't helping either. You would think I'd sleep well with my nightly glasses of wine. But that doesn't work either.
Added to this I'm eating less which is a godsend. My jeans are looser than usual and I've gone down a notch in my belt. I just want to sleep and get my body back in check.
Chiflaco out.
I go with the motions of sleeping. I go to bed at the usual time and just lie in bed staring into the night. I try all my usual sleeping positions but nothing helps. I ran ot of Ambien also not that that was helping much. I was still taking it and it was not working.
I don't think I'm stressed out about anything. Nothing bothers me. I bought some over the counter sleeping pills and of course they're not working. The drinking isn't helping either. You would think I'd sleep well with my nightly glasses of wine. But that doesn't work either.
Added to this I'm eating less which is a godsend. My jeans are looser than usual and I've gone down a notch in my belt. I just want to sleep and get my body back in check.
Chiflaco out.
06 January 2015
PPO Problems
I've had Humana HMO for about seven years. Last year, my doctor was not listed in their network and I was given another doctor as my PCP. For some reason, my doctor is on Humana PPO, so I changed over to it.
Okay, now I have my HIV doctor as my PCP. Problem is, I don't get prescription coverage. Just found that out last week when I tried to order refills. I talked to Humana and there's nothing I can do until open enrollment in November!
My clinic suggested I make an appointment with their case manager and she might be able to help me somehow. The clinic has a pharmacy that I have used in the past but for some reason they're not letting me do it this time around.
So I'm almost out of meds and don't know what I'm gonna do.
As if that wasn't bad enough, my glasses broke yesterday. And Jean-Luc gnawed through my phone charger cord. Not a great way to start a new year. This has really put a damper on my plans for the week.
When it rains...
Chiflaco out.
Okay, now I have my HIV doctor as my PCP. Problem is, I don't get prescription coverage. Just found that out last week when I tried to order refills. I talked to Humana and there's nothing I can do until open enrollment in November!
My clinic suggested I make an appointment with their case manager and she might be able to help me somehow. The clinic has a pharmacy that I have used in the past but for some reason they're not letting me do it this time around.
So I'm almost out of meds and don't know what I'm gonna do.
As if that wasn't bad enough, my glasses broke yesterday. And Jean-Luc gnawed through my phone charger cord. Not a great way to start a new year. This has really put a damper on my plans for the week.
When it rains...
Chiflaco out.
30 December 2014
Happy Holidays
Boy these holidays went by quick. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and tomorrow is New Year's Eve. I didn't even get to mail out holiday cards this year. It just didn't feel right for some reason.
Update on me, I'm doing great. After a bad October, I am now walking without a cane again. I still get nervous. It just happened so randomly. I'm afraid to move sometimes because I'm afraid it'll come back.
I had a severe case of allergies recently. I was dripping incessantly and my nose was raw from too much blowing. Not that kind of blowing!
Jean-Luc is doing great. He's such a loving cat. I've never had a cat as loveable as him. When guests come over, he runs up and greets them and purrs and prances all over.
I was naughty this holiday. Tony introduced me to a dating app for gay men. Wow, there are some hot men out there. I've actually gone on several dates that led elsewhere :-) Yes I'm playing safe. I just had no idea I was that flexible. I feel young and invigorated. I've been out of the loop for about 10 years, so I figure I'm due for some fun.
One thing with these guys, they're in such great shape and I'm not. I'm shapeless. I lost all that weight then gained 20 lbs. and I'm just not happy with how I look. I've decided to get back on the wagon and lose some more weight. I went to the store today and got salad fixings. I think that's what caused my weight loss in the first place.
I want to get back to the gym. I have free membership with Humana. I'm just afraid I'm gonna break down again. That was so not fun. I hated being homebound and walking with a cane, and a quad cane at that.
I have to face that fear. I also want to get back in the pool. I've lost weight before thanks to the pool and I'm hoping to get that going again. I have a doctor's prescription so I'll be able to do it for free. I just have to schlep to the Natatorium which is across from my old high school. Memories.
New Year's is always a bummer for me. My sister would have been 75 next year. I used to spend it with her and I'd buy the cheap champagne she loved and we'd drink it at midnight. If I wasn't able to visit, I would always call at midnight to wish her a happy birthday. I have that to deal with again.
I guess that's it for the year. I hope nothing but the best for everyone in 2015. I'm sure gonna make some changes. I don't do resolutions, but a friend on Twitter said instead he makes goals for the year which sounds more feasible.
Chiflaco out.
Update on me, I'm doing great. After a bad October, I am now walking without a cane again. I still get nervous. It just happened so randomly. I'm afraid to move sometimes because I'm afraid it'll come back.
I had a severe case of allergies recently. I was dripping incessantly and my nose was raw from too much blowing. Not that kind of blowing!
Jean-Luc is doing great. He's such a loving cat. I've never had a cat as loveable as him. When guests come over, he runs up and greets them and purrs and prances all over.
I was naughty this holiday. Tony introduced me to a dating app for gay men. Wow, there are some hot men out there. I've actually gone on several dates that led elsewhere :-) Yes I'm playing safe. I just had no idea I was that flexible. I feel young and invigorated. I've been out of the loop for about 10 years, so I figure I'm due for some fun.
One thing with these guys, they're in such great shape and I'm not. I'm shapeless. I lost all that weight then gained 20 lbs. and I'm just not happy with how I look. I've decided to get back on the wagon and lose some more weight. I went to the store today and got salad fixings. I think that's what caused my weight loss in the first place.
I want to get back to the gym. I have free membership with Humana. I'm just afraid I'm gonna break down again. That was so not fun. I hated being homebound and walking with a cane, and a quad cane at that.
I have to face that fear. I also want to get back in the pool. I've lost weight before thanks to the pool and I'm hoping to get that going again. I have a doctor's prescription so I'll be able to do it for free. I just have to schlep to the Natatorium which is across from my old high school. Memories.
New Year's is always a bummer for me. My sister would have been 75 next year. I used to spend it with her and I'd buy the cheap champagne she loved and we'd drink it at midnight. If I wasn't able to visit, I would always call at midnight to wish her a happy birthday. I have that to deal with again.
I guess that's it for the year. I hope nothing but the best for everyone in 2015. I'm sure gonna make some changes. I don't do resolutions, but a friend on Twitter said instead he makes goals for the year which sounds more feasible.
Chiflaco out.
09 December 2014
Sunday
Nothing much going on. The weather's been warm. I want a cold winter. But it ain't gonna happen.
My knee's doing a whole lot better. There's no swelling and no pain. I do tire easily. I still use the cane when I go to the library and to the store. Although I ventured out to the store without it today. I came home and crashed, but I survived.
Went to lunch with Tony and Mike yesterday. We went to Luther's. It's kinda our hang out. Our favourite server wasn't waiting on us but he still came over and said hello. Javier is a character. He's a genuine person and very friendly. He fits well with us.
I have an extra ticket for Chicago next month and I seriously considered inviting him. Don't know if he's flirting or just being a nice server. We'll never know.
Chiflaco out.
My knee's doing a whole lot better. There's no swelling and no pain. I do tire easily. I still use the cane when I go to the library and to the store. Although I ventured out to the store without it today. I came home and crashed, but I survived.
Went to lunch with Tony and Mike yesterday. We went to Luther's. It's kinda our hang out. Our favourite server wasn't waiting on us but he still came over and said hello. Javier is a character. He's a genuine person and very friendly. He fits well with us.
I have an extra ticket for Chicago next month and I seriously considered inviting him. Don't know if he's flirting or just being a nice server. We'll never know.
Chiflaco out.
28 November 2014
Masochist
Okay, here it is in writing. I'm a masochist. I look for pain anywhere.
I made the mistake of typing in gay marriage proposals into You Tube. A flurry of proposals were available. These guys really went out of their way to propose marriage to their significant others.
To add insult to injury, a click lead to gay marriages and first wedding dances. I was mesmerized. I saw so many.
I've been in five relationships and one almost one that never happened but should have. My heart has been broken each time.
But despite all the bad, I still believe in love. I've given my heart several times only to have it lashed on a rock. Don't know what I've done wrong.
I mean, I cook, I bake, I do laundry, I do yard work, I love. Yet my heart has been broken. Maybe I should do windows!
I now realize that that will never happen to me. I'm a middle aged man with a terminal illness. Where am I going to find Mr. Right? Even Mr. Right for the evening.
I think that ship has sailed. I have a lot of love to offer Mr. Right but when will that happen? Guess I have to keep my love to myself.
Don't mean to be a whiner. I just realize that it will never happen. Me? Have a happily ever after? No way. I'm doomed to be on my own. As Charlotte Vale said in Now Voyager, I'm the spinster aunt, every family has one. That's me to a tee.
Let me wallow in my self pity.
Chiflaco out.
I made the mistake of typing in gay marriage proposals into You Tube. A flurry of proposals were available. These guys really went out of their way to propose marriage to their significant others.
To add insult to injury, a click lead to gay marriages and first wedding dances. I was mesmerized. I saw so many.
I've been in five relationships and one almost one that never happened but should have. My heart has been broken each time.
But despite all the bad, I still believe in love. I've given my heart several times only to have it lashed on a rock. Don't know what I've done wrong.
I mean, I cook, I bake, I do laundry, I do yard work, I love. Yet my heart has been broken. Maybe I should do windows!
I now realize that that will never happen to me. I'm a middle aged man with a terminal illness. Where am I going to find Mr. Right? Even Mr. Right for the evening.
I think that ship has sailed. I have a lot of love to offer Mr. Right but when will that happen? Guess I have to keep my love to myself.
Don't mean to be a whiner. I just realize that it will never happen. Me? Have a happily ever after? No way. I'm doomed to be on my own. As Charlotte Vale said in Now Voyager, I'm the spinster aunt, every family has one. That's me to a tee.
Let me wallow in my self pity.
Chiflaco out.
24 November 2014
Food Stamps
Don't know if I blogged about it. For some reason, I got an additional dollar in food stamps. That's $16 a month now. What a thrill.
19 November 2014
Lab Results
Got my lab results this morning. My t-cell count went down again, this time to 89. And I'm almost undetectable. He prefers that I'm undetectable. The doctors pay more attention to the viral load.
He did say it might have been low because I was sick when they drew blood two weeks ago. That's when I was home sick and with my swollen knee.
Everything else is good. No diabetes, no high blood pressure. Just the bad knee and shoulder. My knee is doing a whole lot better. I'm still using the brace and cane to be on the safe side. I start out okay, but then the pain sneaks in and I'm in pain again.
Chiflaco out.
He did say it might have been low because I was sick when they drew blood two weeks ago. That's when I was home sick and with my swollen knee.
Everything else is good. No diabetes, no high blood pressure. Just the bad knee and shoulder. My knee is doing a whole lot better. I'm still using the brace and cane to be on the safe side. I start out okay, but then the pain sneaks in and I'm in pain again.
Chiflaco out.
17 November 2014
Schlepping Around
I'm exhausted. Went to the podiatrist this morning. He pared off some of my callouses. He also said I should consider surgery on my hammer toes. Who knew I had them? He could have said something earlier. Gotta think about it. He did say if I had the surgery I wouldn't have that much trouble with the callouses.
It was cold this morning. I wore my trench coat, scarf, gloves, and cap. I also wore my quad cane to be on the safe side. I'm doing okay but you never know. It got warmer during my running around. I really didn't need all of this after a while.
Went to the mall while I was out. I needed a pair of jeans and trousers for the theatre. Also found a belt and got my Dream Guys calendar for next year. One of my neighbours has commented that I always have a different guy up for each month. Duh? Of course. Most of the Mexican calendars have one picture with removable months. Girl, I'm in the US and we have a hottie a month. Wish I did!
Just got home and took an ibuprofen to help with the pain. The old gray mare just ain't what she used to be...
Chiflaco out.
It was cold this morning. I wore my trench coat, scarf, gloves, and cap. I also wore my quad cane to be on the safe side. I'm doing okay but you never know. It got warmer during my running around. I really didn't need all of this after a while.
Went to the mall while I was out. I needed a pair of jeans and trousers for the theatre. Also found a belt and got my Dream Guys calendar for next year. One of my neighbours has commented that I always have a different guy up for each month. Duh? Of course. Most of the Mexican calendars have one picture with removable months. Girl, I'm in the US and we have a hottie a month. Wish I did!
Just got home and took an ibuprofen to help with the pain. The old gray mare just ain't what she used to be...
Chiflaco out.
16 November 2014
Busy Weekend
When it rains...Went to lunch with the family yesterday. Celebrated Larry and Oscar's birthdays. Yeah, we did the Chinese buffet again. We're regulars. We get together once a month just to see each other. Barbara and Debra see each other all the time, but I don't get to see them at all.
Mike called today and told me we had a lunch date. That was the first I heard about it. I won't say no. He and Tony picked me up after church. We went to Luther's where we had our favourite server hovering above us.
Javier is great. Keeps on top of everything and keeps smiles on our faces. I had the mushroom Swiss burger and it was scrumptious. Tony decided to order me dessert and I was forced to eat it. It was a Chocolate Heaven or something like that. A warm lava cake with ice cream and whipped cream. I hate Tony. But he already knows.
Chiflaco out.
Mike called today and told me we had a lunch date. That was the first I heard about it. I won't say no. He and Tony picked me up after church. We went to Luther's where we had our favourite server hovering above us.
Javier is great. Keeps on top of everything and keeps smiles on our faces. I had the mushroom Swiss burger and it was scrumptious. Tony decided to order me dessert and I was forced to eat it. It was a Chocolate Heaven or something like that. A warm lava cake with ice cream and whipped cream. I hate Tony. But he already knows.
Chiflaco out.
13 November 2014
Last Batch
Okay, this is officially my last batch of tamales! My arms are killing me. Plus I ran out of masa. Guess I'll have to go to the store to get some more and that will be my last batch.
Thank gawd I took an ibuprofen before I started. I think it helped.
Taking a break before getting back to them...
Chiflaco out.
Thank gawd I took an ibuprofen before I started. I think it helped.
Taking a break before getting back to them...
Chiflaco out.
Tamales
I'm making my first batch of tamales for the year. It might also be my last batch ever. Sure they're easy but it's still a lot of work. But it's so worth it when you bite into them and they're so tasty.
I have the husks soaking now. I made the meat yesterday and it tastes fabulous. I'm making pork and chicken tamales. Debra prefers the chicken. I'm also making some cheese tamales. Never heard of them but apparently my sister makes them and Barbara and Debra love them, so being the chifladas that they are, they're getting their favorites.
My knee is doing better but standing isn't helping any. I don't have a table so I'm doing the work on my limited counter space. I got it down pat.
Got the dough just right. I should have tamales for dinner. But they're better for breakfast. And of course they're better the day after. I remember Mom heating them up in a skillet with a little bit of water. Nowadays we nuke them and they just don't taste the same.
Chiflaco out.
I have the husks soaking now. I made the meat yesterday and it tastes fabulous. I'm making pork and chicken tamales. Debra prefers the chicken. I'm also making some cheese tamales. Never heard of them but apparently my sister makes them and Barbara and Debra love them, so being the chifladas that they are, they're getting their favorites.
My knee is doing better but standing isn't helping any. I don't have a table so I'm doing the work on my limited counter space. I got it down pat.
Got the dough just right. I should have tamales for dinner. But they're better for breakfast. And of course they're better the day after. I remember Mom heating them up in a skillet with a little bit of water. Nowadays we nuke them and they just don't taste the same.
Chiflaco out.
11 November 2014
Great Weather!
We're finally getting some great weather. It's in the 50's and windy. Just got back from the store. I'm in a tamale making mood so I went to get pork and masa to make a batch. I'm excited and looking forward to the tasty devils.
I did use my brace and quad cane and I'm paying for it. My knee pain has flared up. Well at least I'm in for the day. Maybe tomorrow also. All I have to do is stand up to make them. If I had a table I'd sit down and make them but I have such little counter space.
Chiflaco out.
I did use my brace and quad cane and I'm paying for it. My knee pain has flared up. Well at least I'm in for the day. Maybe tomorrow also. All I have to do is stand up to make them. If I had a table I'd sit down and make them but I have such little counter space.
Chiflaco out.
07 November 2014
Better
And just like that, the pain stopped. Don't know what happened but I woke up feeling better. My knee is not hurting. I'm still using the brace and cane to be on the safe side.
I know me and I will walk around without the cane and the pain will return. No sir, I'm using the cane. Great to be back, almost.
I know me and I will walk around without the cane and the pain will return. No sir, I'm using the cane. Great to be back, almost.
06 November 2014
Knee Problems
The swelling went down for about two days but it came back yesterday. I'm still walking with my brace and quad cane.
I actually went to the library today. Picked up some DVDs to keep me entertained since I'm stuck home. There's so much I want to do but can't.
Mike wants me to go to the ER. But I'm afraid I will get admitted and who will look out for Jean-Luc? What an excuse.
Getting ready for another nap...
Chiflaco out.
I actually went to the library today. Picked up some DVDs to keep me entertained since I'm stuck home. There's so much I want to do but can't.
Mike wants me to go to the ER. But I'm afraid I will get admitted and who will look out for Jean-Luc? What an excuse.
Getting ready for another nap...
Chiflaco out.
04 November 2014
Exhausted!
I push myself. I went to do lab work this morning. I got my quad cane so I was happy with that. I also used my knee brace. It was murder getting on the trolley. I can only imagine what it would have been last week.
I was gonna do some running around but my knee said otherwise. I just came back home but stopped for breakfast and got some tacos for dinner.
Just took my ibuprofen and I'm going to bed. I'm tired of this. This is not fun. At least I have some DVDs to watch. No fun being at home for no reason. Guess I'll do an errand a day.
Chiflaco out.
I was gonna do some running around but my knee said otherwise. I just came back home but stopped for breakfast and got some tacos for dinner.
Just took my ibuprofen and I'm going to bed. I'm tired of this. This is not fun. At least I have some DVDs to watch. No fun being at home for no reason. Guess I'll do an errand a day.
Chiflaco out.
02 November 2014
When It Rains...
Don't think I've mentioned this before. Victoria is a neighbor who is a chef at the San Antonio Country Club. She's always cooking and sending food over.
Natalie is her partner and she is studying to be a beautician, so I get my hair done for free. She's also my fag hag and Victoria was Eddie's fag hag. Keep it in the family, huh?
They had a function at the country club and they usually throw away food. Victoria brought home some sweets and Natalie just brought some over! Talk about luck. And I was just gonna fix myself a pbnj.
Chiflaco out.
Natalie is her partner and she is studying to be a beautician, so I get my hair done for free. She's also my fag hag and Victoria was Eddie's fag hag. Keep it in the family, huh?
They had a function at the country club and they usually throw away food. Victoria brought home some sweets and Natalie just brought some over! Talk about luck. And I was just gonna fix myself a pbnj.
Chiflaco out.
Oreo Heaven Again-NOT!
Just got back from Walgreens. Mike and Tony picked me up and we went to the library, Luther's for lunch, and Walgreens for my cane. I'm exhausted.
So there we were at Luther's and I decided dessert for them. Turns out they have Oreo Heaven also! No, I didn't get one. My tum's still acting up and I didn't want to risk it. I just had a Philly that was delicious.
We then went to Walgreens where I found the perfect cane. I could have walked out of the store with it but I didn't. Mike and Tony also brought me the chicken and dumplings and the added bonus of tuna casserole, and a slice of cake. I'm all set for the next few days. Again, I am blessed.
Chiflaco out.
So there we were at Luther's and I decided dessert for them. Turns out they have Oreo Heaven also! No, I didn't get one. My tum's still acting up and I didn't want to risk it. I just had a Philly that was delicious.
We then went to Walgreens where I found the perfect cane. I could have walked out of the store with it but I didn't. Mike and Tony also brought me the chicken and dumplings and the added bonus of tuna casserole, and a slice of cake. I'm all set for the next few days. Again, I am blessed.
Chiflaco out.
Sicko Update
Yep, I'm still under the weather. Yesterday was especially stressful. For some reason I was cold and spent the day under the covers. My knee is still giving me problems but it seems to feel better today.
Jean-Luc has been a godsend. He was with me in bed all day long. He looks at me and he knows there's something wrong. This morning he woke me up by jumping on my chest. He's such a sweetheart.
Did my running around Friday. Tony came over and drove me around. I took him to Jim's where he talked me into having dessert. I normally don't make it to dessert because I'm stuffed from lunch or dinner. I wound up having an Oreo Heaven I think it was. Picture a warm brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream topped with whipped cream! It was covered in Oreo crumbs with warm chocolate fudge.
Don't know how I ate it but I did. It was delish. I hate Tony for talking me into it but I didn't complain.
Mike and Tony are coming over today. Mike is very worried about me and he's bringing me some chicken and dumplings. He makes a great batch. I asked him to take me to Walgreen's to buy a new cane with the four legs. I'm just so afraid I'm gonna fall with my regular cane. I'll be sturdier with the new cane.
I told Debra about my plight and she told Barbara and now they're concerned about me as well. Of course they say if I need anything to call. I might just take them up on it. I can take the bus to the store and call them to pick me up on the way to work.
I am truly blessed to have so many wonderful and caring people in my life. A long time ago I came up with the term framily, a combination of friends and family. I've since seen the term used by everybody else. I started a trend and didn't know it.
Chiflaco out.
Jean-Luc has been a godsend. He was with me in bed all day long. He looks at me and he knows there's something wrong. This morning he woke me up by jumping on my chest. He's such a sweetheart.
Did my running around Friday. Tony came over and drove me around. I took him to Jim's where he talked me into having dessert. I normally don't make it to dessert because I'm stuffed from lunch or dinner. I wound up having an Oreo Heaven I think it was. Picture a warm brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream topped with whipped cream! It was covered in Oreo crumbs with warm chocolate fudge.
Don't know how I ate it but I did. It was delish. I hate Tony for talking me into it but I didn't complain.
Mike and Tony are coming over today. Mike is very worried about me and he's bringing me some chicken and dumplings. He makes a great batch. I asked him to take me to Walgreen's to buy a new cane with the four legs. I'm just so afraid I'm gonna fall with my regular cane. I'll be sturdier with the new cane.
I told Debra about my plight and she told Barbara and now they're concerned about me as well. Of course they say if I need anything to call. I might just take them up on it. I can take the bus to the store and call them to pick me up on the way to work.
I am truly blessed to have so many wonderful and caring people in my life. A long time ago I came up with the term framily, a combination of friends and family. I've since seen the term used by everybody else. I started a trend and didn't know it.
Chiflaco out.
31 October 2014
Knee Update
Still having knee problems. I hate it. I should go to the emergency room but I'm just lazy. Mike says I should call a cab, but I'd hate to pay for a short trip. I might be able to hop on the trolley, but I'm afraid I'll fall.
Tony's coming over and taking me on some errands. Got to go to the library, pick up my bus pass, and get some groceries. I'm also going to take him to lunch as a thank you. I know, I'm so nice.
Chiflaco out.
Tony's coming over and taking me on some errands. Got to go to the library, pick up my bus pass, and get some groceries. I'm also going to take him to lunch as a thank you. I know, I'm so nice.
Chiflaco out.
29 October 2014
Bathroom Problems
This is week two that I've had bathroom problems. My tummy has been upset and I've been spending a lot of time on my throne.
I should go to the doctor's but I can't right now. At least my body is flushing itself out. I'm not complaining. I just have to be near the bathroom.
Chiflaco out.
I should go to the doctor's but I can't right now. At least my body is flushing itself out. I'm not complaining. I just have to be near the bathroom.
Chiflaco out.
Homebound
Something happened to my left knee Monday. I was sitting at the computer and when I got up, it didn't. I'm in a lot of pain and my knee is swollen.
Go to the doctor. I can barely make it out of bed let alone schlep out of the building and take the trolley to the clinic. I am taking the ibuprofen and it's not really working.
I have a lot to do. At least I have some groceries for the next few days or so. And I have to do labs tomorrow but I think I'll cancel. And then I have to go pick up my bus pass tomorrow. Don't know how I will make it. To top it off, I'm almost out of sangria! LOL.
More later...
PS. At least someone has food, water, and litter. Poor baby I can't even pet him. He knows I still love him.
Go to the doctor. I can barely make it out of bed let alone schlep out of the building and take the trolley to the clinic. I am taking the ibuprofen and it's not really working.
I have a lot to do. At least I have some groceries for the next few days or so. And I have to do labs tomorrow but I think I'll cancel. And then I have to go pick up my bus pass tomorrow. Don't know how I will make it. To top it off, I'm almost out of sangria! LOL.
More later...
PS. At least someone has food, water, and litter. Poor baby I can't even pet him. He knows I still love him.
21 October 2014
Shoulder Update
I seem to have my shoulder pain under control. I did have an x-ray taken and it looks like arthritis but I can't pursue this until next year when my insurance kicks in. My doctor is not available in HMO but is on PPO. So I just signed up for it and I should be able to find out more in January.
For now I am taking 800 mg ibuprofen twice a day. I take it at lunch and at bedtime and it is helping. What's helping also is working is the Ben-Gay. I rub some on in the evenings and it seems to be working. Not to mention Jean-Luc loves it. It drives him crazy like catnip.
Speaking of Jean-Luc, I've been thinking of giving him a sibling. I have been checking on Craigslist for another Siamese. But I will wait until I renew my lease to do that.
Chiflaco out.
For now I am taking 800 mg ibuprofen twice a day. I take it at lunch and at bedtime and it is helping. What's helping also is working is the Ben-Gay. I rub some on in the evenings and it seems to be working. Not to mention Jean-Luc loves it. It drives him crazy like catnip.
Speaking of Jean-Luc, I've been thinking of giving him a sibling. I have been checking on Craigslist for another Siamese. But I will wait until I renew my lease to do that.
Chiflaco out.
17 October 2014
Cold
For some strange reason I've been cold a lot recently. I blogged about this before I think. Don't know why I'm cold. Don't know if it's age or AIDS.
I do have my a/c on. Otherwise I'd be sweating up a storm. I guess it's better that I shiver than sweat. I hope it's temporary. I much prefer the cool weather.
Guess I'll just have to fess up to it and deal with the situation. I'll just keep the a/c on and sit around with a jacket or a blankie.
Chiflaco out.
I do have my a/c on. Otherwise I'd be sweating up a storm. I guess it's better that I shiver than sweat. I hope it's temporary. I much prefer the cool weather.
Guess I'll just have to fess up to it and deal with the situation. I'll just keep the a/c on and sit around with a jacket or a blankie.
Chiflaco out.
Sleeping Beauty
I've been sleeping a lot lately. I've been sleeping like ten hours a night and have a two hour nap sometimes. I owe it to the booze.
I'm still drinking a lot. No, I'm not an alcoholic, I just love my booze. I do hard liquor around lunchtime and have a great nap. And I drink wine at night to help me go to sleep.
I am concerned about this but what can I do? I'm drinking vodka strait as I write this. Really hits home and I'm almost ready for my daily nap.
Wish I could stop.
Chiflaco out.
I'm still drinking a lot. No, I'm not an alcoholic, I just love my booze. I do hard liquor around lunchtime and have a great nap. And I drink wine at night to help me go to sleep.
I am concerned about this but what can I do? I'm drinking vodka strait as I write this. Really hits home and I'm almost ready for my daily nap.
Wish I could stop.
Chiflaco out.
Laughing Gas
I went to the dentist yesterday. Dr. Riley is quite the hottie. He's got gorgeous blue eyes and a smile from here to tomorrow.
I got my teeth x-rayed and cleaned. I have some loose teeth that will eventually have to be extracted. That means an upper partial. I'm just falling apart. I should just go to dentures and get it over with.
Everybody at New Heights Dental is great and I highly recommend them. Not only for Dr. Riley but for great teeth. I have to go in three months for another cleaning and see how my teeth are doing. I have to decide to yank them out or not. We shall see.
Chiflaco out.
I got my teeth x-rayed and cleaned. I have some loose teeth that will eventually have to be extracted. That means an upper partial. I'm just falling apart. I should just go to dentures and get it over with.
Everybody at New Heights Dental is great and I highly recommend them. Not only for Dr. Riley but for great teeth. I have to go in three months for another cleaning and see how my teeth are doing. I have to decide to yank them out or not. We shall see.
Chiflaco out.
12 October 2014
THE Birthday Boy
Birthday Boy
09 October 2014
Eating Out
I had lunch with Mike and Tony yesterday. Invitation came out of the blue. Of course I was happy to oblige. We went to Chinese Buffet and pigged out. It was great seeing them. Poor Tony got unceremoniously let go at work a few weeks ago. I hope he finds a job soon.
Tonight I went to the Spaghetti Warehouse with Doug. Centro had a dinner and I signed us up. I had the grilled chicken Caesar salad. I was the only one that had a salad. I've been craving one for some time now.
Nothing much going on. Just another day in paradise.
Chiflaco out.
Tonight I went to the Spaghetti Warehouse with Doug. Centro had a dinner and I signed us up. I had the grilled chicken Caesar salad. I was the only one that had a salad. I've been craving one for some time now.
Nothing much going on. Just another day in paradise.
Chiflaco out.
03 October 2014
Digital Photography
Don't think I told you. I'm taking a digital photography class at the Southwest Craft Center. I was in photoshop in high school so I know a lot of the ins and outs. Problem is how to translate that knowledge into digital.
I thought my first photos were good but then I saw what the others turned in and I felt mediocre. Next we're doing things with a tripod and I went in search of one today. I can't believe I didn't find one at Wal-Mart. Guess I'll try another one tomorrow.
Today wore me out. I went to get my x-ray taken and that was a good hour. Then I took the bus downtown to transfer to another one. That was another two hours. I'm exhausted.
I went by Bill Miller's for sustenance and I schlepped on home. I'm just taking it easy for the rest of the night. I'll try again tomorrow.
Chiflaco out.
I thought my first photos were good but then I saw what the others turned in and I felt mediocre. Next we're doing things with a tripod and I went in search of one today. I can't believe I didn't find one at Wal-Mart. Guess I'll try another one tomorrow.
Today wore me out. I went to get my x-ray taken and that was a good hour. Then I took the bus downtown to transfer to another one. That was another two hours. I'm exhausted.
I went by Bill Miller's for sustenance and I schlepped on home. I'm just taking it easy for the rest of the night. I'll try again tomorrow.
Chiflaco out.
02 October 2014
Winter Coat
I'm in the market for a winter coat. All my coats don't fit anymore. I've lost so much weight they just hang on me.
So I went to Burlington's since they have such a big variety. And I found nothing. I even went to Ross and nothing. Guess I'll have to try Macy's or something at the mall.
I didn't know losing weight would bring so many problems. Maybe I should gain all the weight back! JK
Chiflaco out.
So I went to Burlington's since they have such a big variety. And I found nothing. I even went to Ross and nothing. Guess I'll have to try Macy's or something at the mall.
I didn't know losing weight would bring so many problems. Maybe I should gain all the weight back! JK
Chiflaco out.
01 October 2014
Dr's Visit
Went to get my lab results yesterday. My t-cell count went down again and my viral load went from zero to 376. That's not good people. But then again, I did skip my meds for a few weeks.
Also got my flu shot so I'm protected this season. I also mentioned my right shoulder. He said I was bony! That's a first, me, bony?! I took it as a compliment. He said it might be arthritis or my shoulder could be dislocated. I have to go get it x-rayed.
Got to see my nutritionist. Yeah, I've gained weight, but then I've seen a lot of my co-horts and they've all gained weight. I really should start exercising but I'm just too lazy. I am eating less which she didn't like. I'm just not hungry.
Chiflaco out.
Also got my flu shot so I'm protected this season. I also mentioned my right shoulder. He said I was bony! That's a first, me, bony?! I took it as a compliment. He said it might be arthritis or my shoulder could be dislocated. I have to go get it x-rayed.
Got to see my nutritionist. Yeah, I've gained weight, but then I've seen a lot of my co-horts and they've all gained weight. I really should start exercising but I'm just too lazy. I am eating less which she didn't like. I'm just not hungry.
Chiflaco out.
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