Okay, so (as Gigi might say), I have a problem. I find it ironic that only a day or so after discussing The Art of Taking a Break with Teagan and the difficulty thereof, I am being forced into a break by the condition of my eyes.
Many of you know that I had a cataract operation on my left eye in January while still living in Crete. The stitches were not the dissolving kind and while the surgeon removed some of them, one was left. No problem, I thought; however bad the NHS has become courtesy of the Tories’ destructive tendencies, I’ll get it sorted in England.
I am still waiting for a referral. That wouldn’t be so bad if the burgeoning cataract in my right eye had not increased in intensity in a very short space of time.
The worst of it is, though, that when I woke up on Wednesday morning, the stitch in the left eye had appeared to shift making it impossible to see with any consistency or clarity. It’s not even a question of magnification as the stitch (or whatever else is at play) is cutting a path through everything. I can almost work something out with the aid of my magnifying glass but it’s awfully tiring, my darlings.
I will not be blogging, visiting or commenting for the foreseeable future. If you knew how long it has taken me to write this post, you would order me to step away from the computer and put down the magnifying glass and you would be right to do so!
I’m seeing my GP tomorrow and will not leave the surgery until I’ve seen him chase up the eye department at the hospital.
Take care and keep laughing!
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16/02/2017 at 17:40
george01
I wish you a quick recovery in the far distance. http://computerpricepro.com
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16/02/2017 at 17:50
First Night Design
Thanks, George!
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31/10/2016 at 18:59
Sherry Key, Artist
Well bless you dear Sarah and may you get your eye taken care of SOON. I for one will miss you LOTS! Glad you have an appointment now. Tell the doctor that we said to get you fixed up quickly so you can get back to your passion of creating and posting.
Most important take care of yourself and we will be here waiting for your return…(-:
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31/10/2016 at 19:11
First Night Design
Blessings to you. I am managing to ‘press’ items from my galleries where I don’t have to worry too much about typing. I will tell the doctor exactly what you said!
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29/10/2016 at 22:13
inesephoto
Hope you are feeling better. Happy Halloween!
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29/10/2016 at 22:17
First Night Design
Now that I have an actual ophthalmology appointment ahead of me, I’m feeling much better. Happy Halloween to you too!
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29/10/2016 at 22:30
inesephoto
Oh I thought they already started to do something for you.
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29/10/2016 at 22:45
First Night Design
The GP, yes, in terms of chasing up the hospital!
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29/10/2016 at 23:22
inesephoto
They should better hurry up. You need your eyes.
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29/10/2016 at 23:42
First Night Design
I certainly do!
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29/10/2016 at 14:52
alexraphael
Just checking in. Big hugs. I hope you feel better.
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29/10/2016 at 15:06
First Night Design
I am now because an eye appointment has come through at last!
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29/10/2016 at 16:19
alexraphael
🙂 🙂 🙂
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24/10/2016 at 15:44
kkessler833
Hope you are well soon!
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24/10/2016 at 18:55
First Night Design
Much thanks, Kendall!
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25/10/2016 at 01:59
kkessler833
You are welcome!
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23/10/2016 at 22:12
Jean Reinhardt
I hope by now that you’ve been seen by someone at this stage, Sarah. Keeping you in my thoughts. Mind yourself. xx
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24/10/2016 at 13:34
First Night Design
Bless you, Jean! It’s worse and no news of an appt. Think I’m going to have to gather the shekels for private.
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25/10/2016 at 12:21
Jean Reinhardt
I had to go private for an MRI scan for my daughter recently, the wait would have been tenfold otherwise. Fingers crossed for you, Sarah.
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28/10/2016 at 11:34
Gallivanta
Do hope something can be sorted out for you soon. You must be feeling exhausted.
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28/10/2016 at 13:43
First Night Design
Everyone’s good thoughts and finger crossing have worked since a hospital appointment came through this morning for 10 November! Thank you.
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28/10/2016 at 14:11
Gallivanta
Excellent news.
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23/10/2016 at 18:05
Silver Screenings
Hoping all the best for a speedy recovery, dear Sarah. The internet is a much quieter (and not quite as interesting) place without you, but we need you to be well. 🙂
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23/10/2016 at 18:45
First Night Design
Oh, you’re such a sweetheart, Ruth. Thank you!
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22/10/2016 at 14:56
inesephoto
Oh I am so very sorry. Get better soon! Sending you the most powerful Irish blessings!
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17/10/2016 at 18:04
Candia
Good eye dept at Southampton….
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17/10/2016 at 15:39
beetleypete
Oh dear, that sounds awful, Sarah. Having just had a week away from this computer, I can definitely feel the benefit on my vision. I will look forward to your return, but only when you are fully recovered!
Best wishes, Pete. x
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17/10/2016 at 08:08
blondieaka
Oh Sarah, keep away from the computer we need our eyes don’t we? and we will all be here when you are well which I hope will be soon…Take care :()
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16/10/2016 at 13:50
First Night Design
Bless you all! My GP is chasing up the referral as a matter of urgency. I’m managing to read one or two of your posts in this state but the strain prevents more. It’s made me realise just how many I usually get through! Have a good week, my friends.:D
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16/10/2016 at 13:13
sydspix
Gosh Sarah – did not realize how bad your eyes are! It can be very frustrating-gone through some of that! Hope you can get someone to check that out ASAP! Good Luck!
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16/10/2016 at 08:09
ĽAdelaide
Oh my, take care of you. This sounds and IS dreadful! Just stop til you’re well! 😘
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16/10/2016 at 03:59
hitandrun1964
Sarah, I’m so terribly sorry to hear about your problem. I hope things get straightened out soon. The picture you posted is lovely, everything in perfect position. You will be missed and I hope you return to all of us soon, my friend. ❤
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15/10/2016 at 11:52
Martha Reynolds
Oh, Sarah. I’m sorry. Please be well. ❤️❤️❤️
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15/10/2016 at 01:55
dweezer19
Oh my where do you live that cataract surgery is so complicated? This is my field of work. I am an ophthalmic tech and what you are gling theough sounds awful.
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14/10/2016 at 18:55
Widdershins
May this be resolved quickly for you … see you (literally and figuratively) when we see you. Take care. 🙂
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14/10/2016 at 16:52
Hugh's Views and News
Wishing you a very speedy recovery, Sarah.
Take care.
xx
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14/10/2016 at 15:37
chattykerry
So sorry to hear this Sarah. People talk about cataract operations as though they are a pedicure. I still have shifting vision in the eye with the lens implanted but finally no pain. I truly empathize. K x
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14/10/2016 at 09:35
IreneDesign2011
Wish you all the best Sarah and hope that the doctors will help you very fast. Send you healing thoughts, dear friend. Just relax now 🙂
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13/10/2016 at 20:50
Itaya Art
Bless your heart Sarah! Hope the doctor gets you through to the proper departments so you can get your eyes fixed very quickly. Sending you lots of hugs and love and wishing you a speedy recovery. 🙂
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13/10/2016 at 18:20
Joanne
Sending you hugs and hoping you receive “the call” soon to remove that last, remaining stitch!
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13/10/2016 at 15:44
Nancy Kane Chapman
Hugs and concern. Hope it’s seen to and resolved asap.
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13/10/2016 at 11:50
Juli
Oh, Sarah, what a terrible turn of events. God speed your success. X
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13/10/2016 at 11:38
Victo Dolore
I am so sad to hear this!!!! Anything affecting how you see is terribly frightening and frustrating, particularly when you are an artist. I hope this gets sorted out quickly for you.
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13/10/2016 at 11:30
olganm
I hope everything works out. I’m not sure it would help but going to an A&E Ophthalmology Department might help. Thinking of you.
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13/10/2016 at 11:02
Teagan Geneviene
Dear Sarah, how upsetting! Please don’t try to answer this comment. I have “low vision” (without my glasses I’m legally blind), so it’s not hard for me to empathize. But I’ve also had a few ocular migraines, which remind me of how you described the stitch. It’s terribly frightening. Sending you love & hugs.
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13/10/2016 at 10:55
Ellen Hawley
Whenever you see this, sending good thoughts and good wishes. Take care.
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13/10/2016 at 10:45
Mary Smith
I hope it gets sorted, soon, Sarah. xx
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13/10/2016 at 10:05
Sarah
SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT SARAH. 😦 I HOPE YOUR GP LIGHTS A FIRE UNDER SOMEONE TO GET YOU SORTED OUT.
GET WELL SOON. ❤
X
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13/10/2016 at 09:20
mimulux
Get well soon sarah !
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13/10/2016 at 09:07
davidprosser
Please get batter soon Sarah. In the meantime, sit and relax and make not a move towards the desk…even with a duster.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
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