Category Archives: women’s health

I’m Fine

Posted on September 10, 2022 by janieleeds

It’s the kiss of death to hear someone say” I’m Fine.” At least for me because depending on how those two words are said, well, let’s just say there’s a world of difference! Of course we’ve all probably seen those … Continue reading →

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8 Weeks Since OHS

Posted on August 13, 2022 by janieleeds

It’s been 8 long weeks since open heart surgery. Time flies when you’re not motivated to do anything and the days just seem to slip by without you being aware of them. At least that’s been my experience. I’ve not … Continue reading →

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Can It Be The Meds Or Me?

Posted on July 30, 2022 by janieleeds

My brother acts like I’m lazy now that I’m 6 weeks since surgery. I’m not doing enough. He’s got to check to make sure I”m exercising (walking) and am doing as the dr. prescribed. Which I am doing by the … Continue reading →

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I’m Back!

Posted on June 24, 2022 by janieleeds

Hi my friends! It’s been awhile…all is quiet right now and it’s early morning here at Chez Leeds. I’ve been through the proverbial wringer, but happy to report I’m still on this side of the daisies. Boy am I playing … Continue reading →

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Saturday Ponderings

Posted on June 4, 2022 by janieleeds

I’m trying to make up lists for the kids and for anyone who may be here after I get out of the hospital. Making a calendar of when garbage goes out, recycling, and daily chores that I do has been … Continue reading →

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Crazy Dream

Posted on May 21, 2022 by janieleeds

Last night I had this crazy dream (hence the title) which was that a friend was getting married and my group of girlfriends and I were all in her wedding. She had us all dressed in white short dresses that … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Stop Crying

Posted on May 6, 2022 by janieleeds

I know it’s silly. I mean, crying doesn’t do much, but I can’t stop the tears from flowing down my face this morning. It’s really early, just the pup and me up, so I thought I’d write because I just … Continue reading →

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Thoughts In My Head

Posted on May 3, 2022 by janieleeds

I’ve had a ton of brain MRI’s in my lifetime already. I’m no stranger to the loud clunking of the machine that no earplug has ever drowned out, nor the claustrophobia that is triggered when I’m not allowed to move … Continue reading →

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MRI Update

Posted on April 29, 2022 by janieleeds

So I asked the older kid to come with me to the brain MRI. I wasn’t going to ask him. I was just going by myself like I’ve done so many other times even though I’m hugely claustrophobic and hate … Continue reading →

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