When I got to my INR appointment yesterday I expected to be in range again (2.5-3.0). I was in a good mood and joking with the pharmacist. I said, “Surely, if I get a 2.4, I don’t need to take the shots for that? It’s so close to range.”
Ha ha ha, so funny.
My INR was 1.8.
My INR has only been below 2 when I started getting it tested, back in September.
Sigh. I have to do those shots again.
I didn’t feel as dejected this time. I laughed about it.
But then I could tell I was upset because I was really pissy on the drive home. (Or was that just because of the crappy drivers? GTFO of the left lane if you aren’t passing or are going slow GAHHHHH)
Getting this funny postcard in the mail cheered me up
Honestly, I’m mostly upset about spending so much time driving to these appointments and to pharmacies to pick up drugs (that aren’t even vegetarian!!!). I’m grateful the pharmacists at the hospital (not to be confused with the ones at Target where I pick up the drugs) take care of me (the ones at Target do too) but I am wasting so much time on the car, and I am really trying to be more purposeful with how I spend my time.
Wah wah wah. I just needed to vent. I know this isn’t a big deal AT ALL. I just wanted to whine. So thanks for reading, and following along in this fun journey of mine!
(I’m proud of myself that I didn’t react by overeating (or even having something to eat) which would be my normal go to. Good work Kim!)
Oh man, that is a bummer. Despite your totally justified frustration, it sounds like you are handling it very well, so good on you! Hugs xxx ooo
Thank you! I feel like I am!!! It’ll get easier each time!
Totally understandable that you are feeling frustrated and despite it all, you seem to be handling it as well as you can and hopefully giving yourself some grace. Some days/situations are just harder than others and most of us try to do our best but it’s ok to feel frustrated sometimes. Lurker reader that rarely comments, but for the most part, you seem like a very optimistic person and it’s ok to vent 🙂
Thank you so so much for this validation, understanding, and grace! I did not realize how much I needed it until I read it. Thanks for reminding me that I am human and this is a normal way to feel!
Yes, I just want to echo what the other commenters said – you are totally justified to feel frustrated and annoyed about the way this disease is messing with your emotions. It’s good to have a positive attitude and laugh at the situation, but it’s also FINE if you need to just be mad or sad for a bit that you’re back to injections.
But good for not reaching for your normal coping mechanisms with this news! YAY, KIM!
Thank you so much Stephany! I really appreciate this from all of you, because I keep thinking I am just being a whiny baby about things.
And thanks! I was proud of that!!!