OT: Another Doctor's Appointment, Another Delay

The title about says it all. I'm still outside the strict criteria for infusion therapy, and too sick for the modified chemo. I'm on antibiotics for another month, because I have a stubborn sinus infection, and I'm being scheduled for a cat scan: the doc is worried that the pain in my back and down my legs is being caused by multiple compression fractures (I have osteoporosis). Just what I freakin' need.

On the good side, I didn't have to do a pulmonary function test (which essentially means "blow into this tube until you faint.") On the bad side, I didn't have to do a pulmonary function test (because I'm not doing well enough to even bother) One of these days, I'm going to sneak Bob into taking the test for me: he has lungs like the Goodyear blimp, and it would certainly shock the doctors out of their sneakers.

So I'm grumpy and exhausted. My father called me to complain that I don't call him and I totally punted: I told him that DD was _dying_ to talk with him, handed her the phone, and let her glare at me.

I'm trying to figure out an "up note" to end my post, since I hate unrelieved gloom. So, ummmmm... Sophie's getting plenty of beauty sleep, and we have heat again. I found a very nice method of beading the pearls for my Russian Kokoshnik project (the seed beads weren't working - I discovered that Russian girls started on their kokshniki when they were seven years old! I know why: I've put in at least fifty hours on the netting and am only about 20% done) I think that's all the cheery news I have for now.

Kathy N-V

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{{{Hugs Kathy}}}

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Aww Kathy, ((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))) and dang, dang, dang.. :-( Diana

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vj found this in rec.crafts.beads, from Kathy N-V :

]I'm still outside the strict criteria for ]infusion therapy, and too sick for the modified chemo. I'm on antibiotics ]for another month, because I have a stubborn sinus infection, and I'm being ]scheduled for a cat scan: the doc is worried that the pain in my back and ]down my legs is being caused by multiple compression fractures (I have ]osteoporosis). Just what I freakin' need.

d*mn, Kathy!!!! i know the MDs i type for use that infusion therapy and seem to think it does wonders. i'll up the "push" on the prayers right away! if i could do anything else, i WOULD!

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Bleck Kathy. Big Hugs to you.

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I discovered that Russian girls started on their kokshniki when they were seven years old! I know why: I've put in at least fifty hours on the netting and am only about 20% done) I think that's all the cheery news I have for now.>

OH MY GOSH!

Kathy - sending you good thoughts and "better health" vibes... just keep hanging in there.

Cheryl last semester of lawschool! yipee! DRAGON BEADS Flameworked beads and glass

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((((Kathy))))),

Wish I knew what else to say.

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My goodness, that is gorgeous

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Sorry... I am piggy backing here, because dummy me hit the delte button! Is this what you are making?

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When you have finished or if you don't mind... could I see it? OH WOW Harry! What a great WEBFIND.... drool worthy Cheryl last semester of lawschool! yipee! DRAGON BEADS Flameworked beads and glass
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On Thu, 29 Jan 2004 21:49:46 -0500, Harry wrote (in message ):

The one I'm making is kinda similar, more of an amalgam of different kokoshniki I've researched. Also, mine will have way more pearls. I'm using bright red silk brocade for the body of the hat and gold embroidery. I'm not being 100% authentic: I doubt that medieval Russians used any Delicas in their work, but I've found that the gold ones add a nice glint between the pearls.

Of course you'll get to see it! I'll be taking photos as soon as I get it finished, just like with the crystal kimono. BTW, the Egyptian collar is coming along nicely, too; and should be finished a little earlier than the kokoshnik. I found some gorgeous faience scarabs to embellish the collar, and rough cut lapis, carnelian and malachite, all of which are authentic to the period.

Since I'm having such fun netting, I just might make the netted collar from Greenland after that. No idea what they're using for the top bit, though. It looks like black velvet, but it could be suede. I'll have to keep investigating.

Amazingly, I heard back from the local Native American tribal representative, who had previously denied my request to make a project honoring their tribe. They re-read my letters (and probably googled me to see what I'm really about) and have had a change of heart. They now feel that I'm sincere about not wanting to sell their heritage and will work with me when I'm ready. I'm still researching, so it'll probably be close to a year from now before I'm ready to get to it.

BTW Harry, and anyone else who hadn't guessed by now, I'm working on making beaded projects honoring all sorts of cultures, particularly cultures in which women were the primary beadworkers. The projects are mostly sculptural, are as close to authentic as I can get them, and take boatloads of time to make. Eventually, I'd like a museum quality collection encompassing many cultures.

Kathy N-V

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Kathy,

I'm gonna have to come visit you and get some instruction. I love everything you have done to date and I'm sure I'll love your new projects as well.

So move on over, Starlia & Trink are coming for a visit.

:-)

representative,

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On Fri, 30 Jan 2004 0:08:13 -0500, starlia wrote (in message ):

Not a problem, heaven knows I'm always home. You might want to wait until after February school vacation, though. That's the week Bob is scheduled to take off to paint and re-do my bead room. I can't wait.

Kathy N-V

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Gorgeous, I agree...

But I have to admit, I LOL when I saw this. Imagine wearing it!!

Mavis

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Oh, Kathy dear, I'm so sorry for your damn medical problems. Sending healing energy.

Tina

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We did that once. To show our son who had to do it because he had apnea that it was No Big Deal, we all three did it. I have puny capacity, my son did just fine, and my DH almost broke the machine. The woman administering the test said she'd never seen anything like it. But then, he has operatic capabilities---he's only had to yell at/for the kids a couple of times; they don't like it and don't let it go that far!...you can hear him down the block. I'm quite jealous--If I could do that, I'd have been the next Sophie Tucker! But Broadway and the backrooms are safe from me.

Kathy, I hope things improve as the weather gets better. Can you drink burdock root or dandelion root tea? Both are blood purifiers and tonics, especially taken in winter time to give minerals and keep the lungs clean. Sarajane

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and you are WELL on your way. I'm delighted that the Tribal Authorities got back in touch with you and will work with you. You do beautiful work. Sarajane

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Shit shit shit shit shit!

(((((((((((((((((Kathy)))))))))))))))))))

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