Melody P.’s Posts
on 3/6/26 1:22 pm
Good afternoon Jennifer and all.
got my hair cut off today. Feels good. I'm in a lot of pain. It's getting so bad I would stay in bed if it didn't make me feel worse too. Just pain exhaustion.
still haven't heard a damn thing from anyone. We're heading to the doctors office Monday about the bill discrepancies. Hopin we don't have to get ugly.
Hope you have a great weekend.
on 3/5/26 5:57 am
Good mornin y'all.
lots of stuff going on. My Medicaid was charged for my visit to the rheumatologist that I paid out of pocket for. Fraud anyone? So there is that. Going to deal with that today. Not happy. 155 is a lot for me to be unplanned.
we have a chance for severe weather today. We had a surprise hail storm yesterday morning with golf ball sized hail. So weird. We have had the hottest winter on record here. Thanks La Niña.
i have to pick up prescriptions from two places. Call a doctors office. I should be getting a letter from the Medicaid company about finding another rheumatologist.
my mental stuff is pretty dark right now. My pains is just so severe I wake up in tears. But I persist. I am to stubborn to give into this **** I sometimes wish I wasn't though. It'd be much easier.
B: protein bar and coffee
L: ????
D: thinking fish and roasted broccoli
on 3/3/26 12:24 pm
Afternoon y'all.
eck kind of day. No reply from the rheumatologist's office so I'm on my own I guess, put in a request to the insurance company. My pcp doesn't know a place, likely Lubbock again. :::rollseyes:::
food isn't great but not horrible either. I need to get my head outta my ass.
I did switch providers at the mental health clinic. So...that's something good I guess.
on 3/2/26 6:41 am
Good mornin y'all.
sorry I missed most of last week. It was a whirlwind of crapola. I got to the rheumatologist's office and was told they no longer take my insurance. So I had to pay 155 out of pocket to get seen and get some answers. Lots of info was given. The doctor is great, she volunteers at a little to no cost clinic and we're going to try and make it where I can see her there. So fingers crossed it'll work out.
I have non-radiographic axial spondylitis, a type of arthritis that affects the lower spine and other places too. I also have DISH, diffuse idiopathic skeletal hypertosis. Which basically mean I have a **** ton of bone spurs. Usually affects older than 50 year olds and men. Oh and shocker fibromyalgia. So it is going to be a challenge to treat alllll of this. I am started the first line drug for the arthritis stuff. As many of you with fibromyalgia you know not a lot for that to be done.
the drug did not work and made me sick so I am supposed to hear back today about what we'll do next. It helped with the pain but I was uncomfortable with it. Celebrex may be better than other NSAIDs but after more research I was going to ask to switch too.
I finally made the call to switch providers at the mental health clinic. I was so nervous but she was very nice about it,
B: egg, half a low carb hot dog bun and coffee
L: burger slider and maybe something else.
D: ????
recent makes.
on 2/24/26 6:54 am
Good mornin y'all.
i've got an appointment today with my PCP. I'm considering asking about seeing an endocrinologist, we'll see. I have an appointment every day the rest of the week. My bloodwork is poking to psoriatic arthritis. I see the rheumatologist Friday. I'm looking forward to it.
i'm not in the greatest of moods. It's supposed to be 84° today. Stark compared to y'all's snowmageden. It's going to be bad fire weather and we're under warning ps for it.
B: egg, sausage and coffee
L: ???
D: pulled pork and probably roasted broccoli.
my never ending thumb skin split. Currently I'm using aquaphor and corona cream. The weird thing is it is like a callous. It won't go back together. I tried some new skin and it hasn't helped so far. It's going on two weeks. Not huge but annoying.
on 2/20/26 4:55 am
Mornin everyone.
whew. This week is just lasting forever isn't it? So glad it's Friday. SO GLAD! I get the weekend off of appointments. I have one at 7:55 this morning and I'm none to thrilled about it. It's my retina specialist and this one usually takes at least 2 hours...as much as 5 before. It shouldn't be too bad today as it's his half day. Also his only Friday this month so I was lucky enough to get into his office today other wise it would've been next week or more,
So I tested positive for HLA B27 LC antigen.
Which could be any of these or a few. Next Friday should reveal what the rheumatologist thinks. I've been having a lot of issues with my stomach but I don't think it's anything to due with Crohns or anything of the sort. I think it's the mounjaro.
Ankylosing spondylitis
Arthritis related to Crohn disease or ulcerative colitis
Psoriatic arthritis (arthritis associated with psoriasis)
Reactive arthritis
Sacroiliitis (inflammation of the sacroiliac joint)
Uveitis
pretty sure I have sacroilitis and the NP thinks psoriatic arthritis is a big possibility. Pretty sure there are more test results to come so we'll see.
we have big fires going on in my area once again, one is about 30 or so miles north of us. We are in no danger from it but it's running along a river valley so it's hard to fight. There is one in the OK panhandle and SW Kansas that's huge. It's burned homes and done a lot of damage. Keep this folks in your thoughts.
i also found out an aunt died yesterday. My father's SIL. I'm sad for her family but I really don't and didn't know them...by their own choice. Everyone hated my father and seemed to take it out on my mom, brother and me.
B: hard boiled eggs, ricotta cheese and coffee...also cheese.
L: not sure on this one, something simple
D: thinkin it'll be air fried chicken strips,p with a veggie.
have a good weekend Jennifer and I hope day 2 goes smoothly!
on 2/18/26 6:41 am
Good mornin y'all.
i've got a rare day off of appointments. We need to run to the bank and the fedex store to mail our old modem.
my mom is on a tear this morning. Huffing and puffing. I'm sick of it honestly. I don't do things exactly like her or read her mind so I am always at fault.
i lost a whole 5 pounds in a month or so on restricting calories to around 1600 or less. My doctor had to talk to me like I'm an imbecile. I don't blame him but it really got me down. He has tried and tried, he knows I can't be super active especially now with the new issues. I am fighting a really dark cloud right now.
we're having a lot of wild fires not even 30 miles from our house. We are NOT in danger at all right now. We had a gust of 70mph yesterday. I was on the road back to Amarillo from Lubbock. We got caught in a haboob. It was so freaking scary. Pics below...I was in the passenger seat.
B: protein waffles and coffee
L: prob a burrito or eggs
D: pork boneless ribs and maybe corn
on 2/16/26 6:48 am
You've been a busy bee! Score on the pressure washer!
I have an appointment today. I've on.y lost 8 pounds on the 1500 calorie diet. Mind you though I went a bit off the rails for my birthday. Back at it and doing a lot better. I only have Wednesday off from appointments this week. They are saying we're going to have critical fire weather Tuesday. We've been warned of brown outs. Gusts up to 60 possible close to here. Of course I have an appointment in Lubbock in the late morning tomorrow. I kind of resent that I have to go down there but it is what it is.
I posted on Friday I saw my NP at the women's health clinic. Well I am being referred to a high risk gynecologist for some pelvic floor issues. I have a grade one cystocele, ungraded rectocele and most likely a pretty bad Enterocele. Well at least at this time my uterus is not moving. The Np said be prepared for surgery...so that's happening. I should hear this week about when I'll see the gynecologist. It shocked me because I do kegels all the time. I have tried some of the exercises and it caused a lot of back pain. Not a happy camper. Hopefully I should be hearing from Texas tech about an appointment this week.
breakfast was an egg and a protein bar...also coffee
lunch will be most likely a taco
dinner is unplanned.
have a great one y'all.
on 2/13/26 8:34 pm
Good late evening folks.
Still not many results with the rheumatologist. I don't think I have RA though. From the few that's come in it's looking that way. Maybe I'm just nuts.
I also saw a gynecologist today. It's looking like I'll have to have surgery for an issue I've been having. Not going to be a fun time. I'm being referred to a high risk gynecologist with the medical school here (Texas Tech). I should know in a couple of weeks when I seem em. Just yuck.
QOTD: people. I am terribly shy and have bad social anxiety
Food was in general much better. I think I had a protein bar for breakfast, can't remember all that I had for lunch. Dinner was fish chunks/nuggets, two hush puppies and half a cookiel
on 2/12/26 8:31 pm
Super late post from me.
i had my appointment with the NP for my new rheumatologist. Had to get 11 vials of blood drawn and x-rays. She thinks psoriatic arthritis is a strong possibility. But test will tell.
on my birthday I had something happen to my left foot. It's not broken but probably nerve issues. Which might mean it'll stick around. Half my foot is numb and up into the front of my shin...mid way up my leg. So annoyed. Lots of pain walking.
QOTD: I haven't done that before!
food was awful but back at it Friday.
on 2/11/26 7:02 am
Good mornin y'all.
not a great day over all so far. New pains in the left leg that are just about putting me at my breaking point. Have had more than one big cry so far. It's hard to be positive but I'm going to survive out of spite. I see my eye specialist today...well I will do testing today and I'll probably see him some time next week. That's the one that'll suck as it takes at least 2 to 3 hours. Eck.
tomorrow I see the NP for my new doctor, the rheumatologist. I'll see her in two weeks. I'll probably just have a lot of testing done tomorrow.
thanks for the birthday wish! My mom hasn't even wished me one yet. :::shrug:::
QOTD: kitchen for sure, our kitchen is all dark wood and crappy countertops. I'd get rid of the bar as is. Move it against the wall and just really overhaul it. I hate this kitchen with a passion.
food is really iffy today. Not sure what we'll eat after my appointment.
on 2/10/26 7:11 am
Good mornin everyone.
I have an appointment later today. I have been feeling really rotten. Some issues I need to talk to my PCP later this month. I wish I was seeing him sooner. I am worried about some things.
I am hoping to relax most of today.
QOTD: I did watch the half time show. It was fun and fun to dance to!
B: atkins bar & coffee
L: burrito
D: ?????
on 2/6/26 11:17 am
Afternoon y'all.
sorry I missed a few days, been kind of down in the dumps.
today we went to the thrift store and out to eat with my aunt. Nothing else is happening today.
QOTD: It used to be diet soda was so much better for you. Now it's almost as bad if not worse than regular pop.
B: egg, cheese and coffee
L: teriyaki beef with about 1 tbs rice and a shrimp rol
D: prob leftovers
on 2/2/26 6:22 am
Good mornin y'all.
I've got an appointment in Lubbock with my orthopedic surgeon today. Hopefully the last for a while. I may have to go back for my hips eventually. It being in Lubbock makes it less likely for me to seek more help. It shouldn't but it does matter. Esp when my mom is *****ing incessantly about each trip. I hate it too but sheesh.
We'll leave around 10, get gas and drive by the bank. Then head on down there.
i need to do some things around the house but I have there more appointments this week. One freakin day off. Next week isn't much better. I even have one on my birthday next week. My least favorite office to have to go to. The doctor is great but they are always overbooked.
i'm feeling pretty down but I'll persist out of spite damn it.
QOTD: I need to just survive it. If I want a dessert on my bday I have to make it and I have to decide on the orange almond cake or a meringue-less orange meringue pie. I am leaning toward the cake but I also don't want to have to make my own stuff. I guess I should just get over it. I see the rheumatologist on the 12 and 27 I think. I'm guessing testing then a follow up, my pcp visit ins on the 25th. Mental health provider on a day that week. Ugh. So many doctor visit!
B: egg burrito and coffee
L: ???? Prob a protein bar of some type
D: since we'll be home kind of late maybe just a chimichanga
on 1/30/26 11:47 am
Afternoon y'all.
we had a water main break down the road during the morning. So our water was dirty and the pressure was VERY low. It's fixed now and I was able to shower so I feel human again...we'll sort of ha ha.
my eating is kind of messed up lately. Not bad per se but I need to cook more which I've been avoiding. I made some cranberry beans that I put up in the freezer. I am thinking about making some soup to put up too.
my shoulder is feeling pretty good but the main incision has been leaking on and off. Today while putting my bra on it rubbed it and it started leaking milky bloody liquid. I see my surgeon Monday. Hoping it's not infected but I may have to take antibiotics...booo.
QOtD: I use both. A lot. A favorite is smoked paprika from a Mexican company that I get at a certain grocery store here, I also use their fajita seasoning that has no salt. I love spices and herbs. My mom does not. My next pot of beans will be different! More spices as she doesn't eat them much either.
B: eggs, ricotta and coffee, crackers with cheese dip.
L: veggies made great cornbread, popcorn and chocolate toffee pistachios
D: tbd. My niece, Riley, is spending the night tonight. I may just do a pp shake
bracelet I made today
on 1/28/26 6:22 am
Good mornin y'all.
i have an appointment with my mental health NP and case manager. That's all that's set in stone. Oh and we'll pay the taxes on the house today...all half of it. Half of it will be paid in March. Thankfully our county does allow that for seniors(my mom).
I'm really in a lot of pain today, I want to take an ibuprofen so badly.
QOTD: being accountable and truthful with myself.
B: egg pita and mini frittata...coffee
L: hamburger soup and maybe a piece of garlic low carb bread
D: thinking a frozen Shepards pie. May be a few mini quiches
on 1/27/26 10:51 am
Good afternoon y'all.
I've already had my PT appointment and b-12 shot today. Got groceries and back home.
still pretty icy with the minor roads. Still chilly but supposed to be up to 45°, we'll see about that.
as for the pats...if you can't say something nice don't say it at all...LOL in reality I couldn't care much less than I do about football this season. I actually do like the young QB for the patriots,so I'd rather have em win over the Seahawks.
B: eggs, ricotta, 1 slice of toast and coffee
L: hamburger soup, small applesauce smoothie and crackers with cheese dip.
D: not sure on this one yet.
set of earrings for myself. Present for myself late for Christmas. Then a real pair of Lego crocs.
on 1/22/26 6:28 am
Good mornin y'all.
lots todo today. Some house prep and checking on things. They are now saying we'll get some ice then heavy snow. Now upwards of 12". So we're going to add some insulation to the spigots outside. We have three. Make sure the basement is ok and turn up the stove down there. Texas is not made for this. We're more prepared because our water lines are deeper but south Texas is in trouble. Just saw Amarillo is in the 12 to 18 inch prediction on the map. Holy shiiiit.
we have to get some groceries. Cat food and some dog treats. I need to stop with the steel cut oats. It spikes my BS to high. I was sooooo hoping they'd be ok as I do like oats a lot. So no more. Need to figure out something different for breakfast. I might get some kale or Swiss chard to do eggs in. A friend fixed it for me and I loved it. You put a leaf down and fry an egg in it. If I can find it I'll get chard but I'm betting I'll find it. I need to spice it up a bit. Any ideas?
QOTD: I should drink more protein. I am struggling with it. I just don't like chocolate so much and it's all I have. I love premier protein the most. I usually almost always do premade. I have some unflavored isopure so I may up using that in yogurt or something.
B: oats and coffee. Oh and an egg
L: we're making enchiladas but I am unsure if it'll be dinner or lunch.
D: see above.
on 1/22/26 3:44 am
They are saying mostly snow for my part of Texas. If we do get ice we should be good. We don't have a generator but our heaters are all gas and don't need electricity. So we'll stay warm at least. We bought big packs of batteries just last week and have our phone chargers out to keep ours as charged as possible.
i'm really worried about the folks in the Permian Basin, east Texas and the northern hill country. Their water lines are not as deep as even ours. Their cold will hit us very hard though. Saturday a high of 10° is forecasted.
my body is protesting already. Thanks so much for the advice! We do need to get some water incase it's needed!
on 1/21/26 9:04 am
I know it was just disappointing. I am more positive about it today.
on 1/21/26 8:56 am
Good day everyone.
we have an appointment to get switched to fiber today. It had to be rescheduled from last Saturday.
I'm just kind of floating along. Nothing big happening and it's kind of nice tbh. We're expecting upwards of 10 inches of snow this weekend. I'm looking forward to some at home time.
do y'all have any coffee alternatives? My mom is really struggling with caffeine and even decaffeinated is kind of bothering her.
QOTD: I like broccoli and cauliflower a lot.
food is a little unplanned. Breakfast wa steel cut oats. Lunch might be a burrito and dinner will be enchiladas.
on 1/20/26 4:22 pm
Late post for me today.
my appointment with the rheumatologist was rescheduled for February 12th. None to happy with it.
they are saying we're going to have a major winter storm this weekend. So we'll get some groceries tomorrow or Thursday.
QOTD: a recumbent cross trainer. The PT place has us ride one at the start and I love it. It does bother my arm and elbows but it's easy on my legs and hip. Wouldn't mind a recumbent bike either...used to have one but it broke.
B: steel cut oats and coffee
L: spinach and sausage puff pastries
D: egg, toast, ricotta and artichoke bruschetta.
S: PB, crackers with cheese and a skinny dipped dark chocolate PB cup.
hope y'all had a good one! It was great to see you posting Geminidream!
on 1/19/26 7:28 am
Good mornin y'all.
i have two appointments today at the same place. That's about all I've got going. It's going to be chilly today. They are saying snow this weekend. Not too happy about that part. I have an appointment of some kind every freakin day this week. We were supposed to get fiber internet Saturday but they were running late so we decided to reschedule to Wednesday. Pain clinic tomorrow. Rheumatologist Thursday and pt Friday. We have to get a lot of laundry done. I cleaned yesterday while my mom went to the last lord of the rings movie at the theater. I also napped which was nice. The tv never came on for over 4 hours. Ahhhh heaven! LOL
weight loss is going well along with tracking. Down 10 pounds in total in about 2.5 weeks. My blood sugars have been great. So I am very happy with that.
QOTD: sometimes. Dinner and breakfast almost always. Lunch is the crap shoot. Sometimes I do the easy thing.
B: egg, ricotta, onion and low carb toast.
L: probably a burrito and an apple.
D: I'm wanting fish and some broccoli
I got a 4qt instant pot on clearance. I'm so happy about it. I am making some steel cut oats today for the week and maybe some beans tomorrow.
an old favorite!
