The Isolated Blurt Thread XXXII: Drunk enough that Paul Ryan seems a stand-up fellow

[Not Normal]

Feeling incredibly guilty about wanting to take an uber/taxi just for a 2 and a half mile grocery store run.

Yet I can't get past my anxiety today about getting out. Had an appointment with sleep specialist and cried like a complete loser about the bus stop and gave up.

I hate, just absolutely hate that I was starting to be less anxious about going out after the heart attack, but Tuesday early evening, I felt some horrible chest pain, and while my back didn't hurt and right arm didn't feel heavy, it was the same pain I had when I had the heart attack. I was so afraid to call an ambulance and be embarrassed that it was nothing, but when they got here, my blood pressure was 179. First round of blood tests showed nothing, but they wanted to keep me in the ER for a second round, and sure enough, my blood showed elevated cardiac enzymes which meant I did have a second heart attack. Had to stay overnight and put through the ringer of another cath and stress test, just to find out that it's something that can happen shortly after a heart attack like I had. I mean good news is there's nothing wrong, and my stents are fine. It's just that I had another one that has thrown me into a loop of anxiety and depression, and I can't stop being mad at myself for feeling that way.

Don't let the guilt and anxiety get the better of you. Focus on being calm and healthy. Stew's advice is good. And remember there are people all over thinking good thoughts and caring about you.

 

[hashtag45]

Gosh, a second one. Must be so anxiety - provoking.

On the other hand, those two people that I know are well and healthy (one of them after over 10 years after a similar situation).
And the prognosis has improved heaps over the last decade or so. Especially with angioplasty and so on.

 

[Debbie]

indy, noor and stew have said some really good things. bigred had his triple bypass and felt like rat poos for quite awhile. Coming face to face with your own mortality is a huge big scare fest. The drugs made him have terrible nightmares and was afraid I would get sick or pass away. Find things that make you feel better. Deep breathing exercises might help (talk to your dr first I would hate to give you advice when Im not a dr.) Sometimes hypnotherapy can help. Meditation. Sending you warm fuzzies and positive energy.

bigred is now 20 years post op down the track. No more heart attacks and he went back to work after 3 months which made him feel so much better than me fussing over him too much

 

[Radiohead]

I give up. I'm drinking lots in case anyone wants to be showered in my sweet pee.

I'm wet and you havent hit me yet.

 

[lovetoread]

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[Aglaopheme]

yikes Indie

They did not warn you about it, ahead of time?
I am glad that you are still here.

Thank goodness for smart phones, etc.
You can always call for help, no matter where you are.

That is exactly what I was wondering. It certainly would have made his decision to call an ambulance easier.

I'm glad you did, indie.

 

[lovetoread]

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this is my favorite hashtag

 

[Saint Peter]

Buy the bobcat, do the work myself, sell bobcat.

Or hire a contractor.

Hmmmmm.

 

[Saint Peter]

Renting the machine?

How boring.

 

[Saint Peter]

I need a bucket and a blade. That sucks.

 

[Saint Peter]

Post hole digger would be nice.

 

[Sean]

I need to do the head gasket on the Saab. Really can't be arsed.

 

[yossi]

I want breakfast.

 

[Saint Peter]

I have a waffle maker.

 

[yossi]

I have a falafel recipe I've been wanting to try out on a waffle maker.

 

[Saint Peter]

My waffle iron is to remain free of awful waffles.

 

[lovetoread]

for once, petey speaks the truth

 

[Saint Peter]

for once, petey speaks the truth

 

[lovetoread]

okay, maybe its the second time

 

[Saint Peter]

okay, maybe its the second time

I like my waffles crispy. Not burned, but definitely roasty toasty.

 

[yossi]

Falafels are wonderful! Thor will back me up on this.

 

[HarryHill]

Damn, I could eat some Belgian waffles right about now

 

[Saint Peter]

And don't be getting all goofy with my waffles, alright? Put some butter on it. Maybe a little syrup if that is your thing. No chocolate or sprigs of mint.

This is not the foodie thread.

 

[Pookie]

I like my waffles crispy. Not burned, but definitely roasty toasty.

Leggo my Eggo!

 

[lovetoread]

now i want some waffles