Song: “Touch of Grey” by the Grateful Dead
Mood: 6.5
I didn’t sleep very well again last night because I kept worrying that I was going to sleep through my alarm and miss my MRI appointment. I don’t remember having any nightmares last night, though, so that’s good. The alarm went off at 6AM and I had breakfast and got ready for my appointment. J drove (thank you so much again!) and we got there a little early. J led me around the hospital (I wasn’t completely with it yet) and found the MRI area.
They took my info, gave me some paperwork to fill out, and then I got an IV put in and it was off to the machine. The scan took a lot longer than I expected, I think it was close to 45 minutes. I’m not sure though – between me still being groggy and having nothing to look at but the inside of a white tube for the duration of the scan, I lost track of time. The staff were very friendly and professional, though, and considering what it was, it was a pleasant experience.
After J dropped me off at home I went back to bed but couldn’t sleep. I hate that feeling – when I start to fall asleep but instead get jarred awake at the last second. That happens a lot when I try to sleep after taking my morning medications. I guess enough of them have a stimulating effect that it makes sleep impossible.
After giving up on sleep, I headed downstairs to the basement, covered myself in a blanket, and just sat for a while. I started having those half-dreams that you get when you’re starting to fall asleep but I kept waking up. Some of the dreams were pretty weird.
I spent some time doing my mental exercises – I skipped my physical ones today (I know, I know). I did some writing and then sat down to play some Borderlands.
After that, I did more writing and spent some time at my electronics bench.
My dad called out of the blue and it was really good to talk to him. He and my mom are having a great time on their trip. One of my uncles had some pretty extensive surgery and he’s back to 100%, which is fantastic. One of my aunts also had some surgery and she’s able to walk and get around by herself again – again, fantastic news.
Tomorrow I have an appointment with Dr P and I will be getting together with DA in the evening. It will be good to see him – it’s been a long time!
Stay safe.