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Important Developments
1. I asked to see a case manager. 2. I explained my immediate concerns, and used the word Cunt re attending physician. 3. I spoke to the CEO, who listened in horror, gave me his card, and promised a new … Continue reading
Message From Hell 2
Now his stomach has stopped working. The original hospital says they don’t have a bed. ileus: Treatment involves placing a tube through the nose into the stomach or intestine to help relieve abdominal distention and vomiting. Surgery may be needed … Continue reading
Message From Hell
Let’s say your son has been discharged from a major teaching hospital after four weeks in the ICU, and transferred to a convalescent hospital. Let’s say you hate narratives that are written in the second person but that’s all you … Continue reading
Poor Biggie!
My leg with the broken hip is now swollen beyond recognition. It still looks like a leg, just not mine. When I had trouble getting it up on the bed, I spoke to it aloud, offering encouragement. It seemed to … Continue reading
You Won’t Even Believe This
Let me begin with I’m Sorry, because I really am. This blog has devolved into a tale of woe that is much too personal but still not personal enough. Try to bear with me. I broke my fucking hip. I … Continue reading
Thanks For Nothing, Mackenzie Phillips
Here I am, innocently checking out the headlines at Huffington Post, when I am assaulted by the news that Mackenzie Phillips slept with her father, John Phillips. Eoow, god, why do we have to know this?! I will never be … Continue reading
Hospital Life
Today I was at the hospital for 12 hours, waiting for my son’s surgery and then waiting for word about the surgery and then waiting for him to return to his room. The surgery was successful and I am still … Continue reading
What About Carol?
I have to admit that I’m giddy with relief. My kid’s condition has gone from critical to stable. It’s a fucking miracle. It’s all I really care about, and yet….it’s still fun to rant, complain and make fun of people! … Continue reading
The Stupidest Band in the World
Even in the midst of a crisis, I find I have not lost my ability to Hate! On a brief visit to my own home, I was privileged to catch a performance (on the David Letterman Show) by the stupidest, … Continue reading
The Progressive Insurance Girl: Why?
If you don’t live in the US, you may not know about this girl. She is featured in a series of TV ads from which there is no escape. At first glance, or if you’re deaf, you might be pleased … Continue reading