Tests to check state of Kidneys at Huddinge hospital yesterday took all day but went well. Quite and enjoyable experience , all things considered .
( BOTHER ) Worst part was getting up early , braving wind rain and cold. Took the tube to Masmo and then the bus to Huddinge . Had to ask a passer by for directions to the bus stop. Lack of signs .
Some delays on arrival as the previous patient had bled excessively when they tried to draw blood !!! Unforeseen circumstances leading to delays ( BOTHER ) Good that my friend Rashid had kindly agreed to keep me company so we could chat to pass the time from 10:00 - 15:30 . Five hours chatting and waiting together with a good friend was very therapeutic in itself.. ( BLESSING) The person who administered the test was also friendly and very human - not a robot . It is always a pleasure to meet 'human ' caregivers . (BLESSING)
I have good veins, nurses keep telling me . A BLESSING that facilitates the pain free drawing of blood . * proud smile * I am grateful for small mercies .
More bloods at Vårdcentralen today .
Rang SÖS to find out more about doctor's appointment at the Oncology department at SÖS on Thursday, 25/9 , it's purpose and what to expect .
BOTHER : Contacting responsible people is NOT always easy , Everyone has telephone times. When you call a given number a recorder voice instructs you to choose alternatives . On choosing contact with caregiver the robot voice informs me that " our quota of calls is full . call again to morrow . " BOTHER grrrrrrrrrr
In other news - It's a really raw and nippy 6C outside ,
Technical difficulties at local pharmacy had us all waiting for a long time as the computerised system was on a go slow and refused to print out receipts and complete transactions. *Yawn * Excellent opportunity for short meditation. Acceptance . Breathe ....relax .... receive .
