granny goes viral: Now starting my second week of Peritoneal Dialysis. It is not easy, but not as hard as I thought. It is like I was nursing a new baby at my boob. Every four hours. With all the stuff that goes with a new baby and none of the fun. It is tiring to say the least. Many medical appointments and all kinds of restrictions. Anyway, I start training for the "night cycler" soon, which will free me up considerably of all goes well. I think there is a poem in here somewhere. I hope my muse wakes up.


granny goes viral: The road has been rocky. I am finally having the surgery to initiate the dialysis process. I have been totally enmeshed in my illness. No urge to write.
    mrsmajor: I truly understand...Don't worry yourself, we can wait patiently until you return...in the meantime we will be thinking of you, and sending out our Prayers... -
    rosehill (Wendy): Sending healing thoughts your way. I am in need of some granny to read. -
    kiwigirl2821: One of my closest friends did this too. She ended up having a kidney transplant from a live donor as she wouldn't take one from a passed donor. My thoughts and prayers are with you as well. You've a tough road ahead. The words will come back. xoxo deborah -


granny goes viral: Met with surgeon today. so I guess surgery is the next step. I have no idea if my muse will wake up.


granny goes viral: Last night, my "muse" died. Another victim of 9/11. RIP, Firefighter.
    Irish Rain: I am SO sorry to hear this, I know you said he wasn't well. Prayers for you... -
    crybry67: I am so sorry for your loss. -


granny goes viral: Hi everyone.
I have been really ill. Stage 4 Kidney failure, or stage 5, not sure. I think stage 6 is "dead". Awaiting the surgery to be able to start PD at home. PD=peritoneal dialysis. This is a big fat frigging deal. Hope it will help me feel better so I can start writing again. Meanwhile...my "muse" and if you guys have read my words you, know who that might be..is dying of 9/11 related cancer. Oh well. Life goes on...at least I hope so.
    Irish Rain: So sorry to read this...prayers to you and yours.... -
    Jay Squires: Granny, I am so sorry about hearing this. I so wish you would have notified the readers as an actual post. You have a lot of loving fans, Granny, who would put you in their thoughts and prayers if they knew about it. Not too many go browsing through member profiles. We love you Granny and want you well and back to ranting again. -


granny goes viral: I am still alive. Still waiting on surgery so I can start dialysis. Still freaking out about what is going on in our country. That is all.
    crybry67: Prayers for you and our country. Blessings...Christy -


granny goes viral: We are so screwed.


granny goes viral:
found out I am in stage 4 kidney failure. Wow. I was living a delusion. Ha ha. There are only 5 stages. Well, moving to a bigger place next week, and on to the surgery. Will be doing at home perotineal dialysis. First one in my building to do this. Hope the surgery goes well.
    Jannypan (Jan) : Sorry to hear of your diagnosis. Will pray for you. Take care. Jan -
    rama devi: Sending healing thoughts and prayers. -
    robyn corum: Praying for the very best and peaceful thoughts. -
    Adri7enne: Wishing you good courage. Miracles still happen, so hang in there. Meanwhile, enjoy your moments and trust in the power of the Universe. -


granny goes viral: Please forgive if I am not reading and reviewing. I am so busy researching dialysis options. It is massive and my brain is set on "resist".
    mrsmajor: I completely understand, I have been dealing with medical problems that have to be dealt with...I sincerely hope you find what you need, so that you can feel better...I will keep you in my Prayers... -


granny goes viral: whatever you do...VOTE BLUE


granny goes viral: Looks like dialysis is in my near future. Oh well. Something to write about.
    granny goes viral: Hey, can you imagine me reading my stuff to a captive group of dialysis patients? Who ha! -


granny goes viral: I used to think there was nothing better then good sex...now I think it is a nice hot bath.
    Annette Gulliver: Haha ... I'm a great-granny now, and I can certainly relate to what you say. Who has the energy anymore!!! -


granny goes viral: Anyone have some good recipes for low or no sodium?
    PollyTics: Am workign on it...will keep you posted. -


granny goes viral: Dodged the bullet...stage 2 Kidney Failure. Not ready for dialysis. Whoooooooooooo. Need more tests and some change in life style...ha ha. As in diet and other stuff. Next stop...peeing in a bottle for 24 hours.
    I am Cat: Oh my goodness! Do all you can to avoid it! I'm sending positive energy your way! ;) -
    Lovinia: Hi Granny

    Just noticed your name in my post box. :) I tend to be on and off FS and sometimes miss infrequent posts. So pleased to hear your news and that the dialysis has been put off for the time being. I do believe a warm glass of water with lemon in it is a good cleanser for the kidneys and liver ... first thing in the morning and a half hour before eating breakfast. Take care of yourself. Pleased you're Whoooo-hooting. :)) Huge hugs - Lovi xoxo -
    PollyTics: Oh Granny,I am so sorry to hear this and funny thing, I am in dire need of a low sodium diet now as well. I seemed to have gotten edema and what were once pretty nice gams are now elephant legs :(. In any event, I am doing some research on how to "perk up" food with little to no salt (and it ain't easy)...will keep you posted if I find some good tips. -


granny goes viral: I know I have been really quiet. I am facing "dialysis" and freaking out. Freaking out. Last thing I want to have to do...well short of dying. And that is the other choice. Maybe I will start writing again while my body is cleansed. Oh well. If anyone wants to write to me about this, please e-mail...sbrownblei@gmail. Oh, or donate a kidney. LOL.
    Linda Engel: I've missed you. Thought about you the other day and all of the funny pieces you used to write. Hope you keep up your strength and looking forward to you posting again soon. :D Linda -