Printing and Mailing the State Tax Forms

April 17, 2026 On Monday (April 13), I loaded the state tax forms onto a USB Drive. Bruce addressed the envelope to the Alabama State Revenue Department. We went to the library to print the tax forms. I was happy to find the library gives a discount for printing tax forms. We had 15 pages […]

Calling the Surgeon’s Office to Have My Gallbladder Removed

April 17, 2026 On April 13 (Monday), Bruce reminded me I needed to call the surgeon’s office to get an appointment for my gallbladder removal. He was afraid I might put it off. He really doesn’t like seeing me in pain. I called the surgeon’s office and spoke to the scheduling department. I was told […]

Taxes, Taxes, Ugh

April 14, 2026 On Friday (April 10), I finished up our income taxes for the feds and state. Normally, I finish taxes much earlier, but this year I had two Scheduled K forms to include. These forms often come a week or two before the tax filing deadline of April 15. I prepared everything, except […]

Visit to Surgeon and Orthopedic Doctors’ Offices

April 13, 2026 Surprisingly, later on April 2 (Thursday), Bruce got a call from the orthopedic doctor’s office. They had an opening next week because someone canceled. Bruce was happy to get in so quickly. My surgery consultation was on April 7 (Tuesday), Bruce came back with me because he wanted to understand what would […]

Doctors’ Visits for Bruce and Me

April 11, 2026 On April 2 (Thursday), Bruce and I both had doctors’ appointments. Bruce’s morning appointment was for his yearly physical. The doctor referred him to an orthopedic doctor for his bad shoulder. Bruce knew he had gained weight from comfort eating. He was shocked by how much weight he had gained. My appointment […]

A Call From the Surgeon’s Office

April 1, 2026 Today, I got a call from the surgeon’s office that I was referred to by my GI doctor. I’ve got an appointment to see her on Tuesday. We’ll be discussing if I want surgery, what the surgery entails, and after care. I don’t know how long it will take after the appointment […]

My GI Doctor’s Office Called and Four Loads of Bama Dirt Pro Mix Arrived

March 31, 2026 On Monday (March 30), my GI doctor’s office called. As I guessed from looking at the test results, my gallbladder has to be removed. He is referring me to a general surgeon. I don’t know when I’ll hear from the surgeon’s office. I hope it will be soon. The driver for the […]

Medical Scan and Planting Carrots and Various Greens

March 29, 2026 On Friday (March 27), I had a HIDA scan for gallbladder and liver function. This scan was done because of the pain in my right side. I mentioned this pain in my post about thinking I might be having a heart attack. The HIDA scan involves not eating for 12 hours. At […]

What, How Is It Wednesday Already?

March 25, 2026 On Monday (March 23), I went to an appointment with my neurologist. My palsy or shaking is getting worse. I am having more trouble with fine motor control. This is affecting my ability to draw. I can no longer hold a mug one-handed without shaking. Holding other things can also trigger the […]

Feel Free to Skip This Post, Colonoscopy Prep Commentary Warning

February 25, 2026 After my recent scare that I might be having a heartattack (I wasn’t.), the hospital doctor who looked after me, set up various appointments with other doctors. Since I had a local Gastroenterologist, I went to see him on Wednesday (February 18). The doctor discussed medical routes we could try. I chose […]