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Is Vodka A Clear Liquid?

February 12, 2007 By Carole

Update: I’m home and everything went fine. The screening was completely normal – YAY. And the whole thing wasn’t bad at all, even the IV, which was the scariest part for me. I think i helped that they let me keep knitting right up until I went into the examination room. Thank you all for your kind words and encouragement, it means the world to me!

I know what you’re here for. You want to know the winner of the Blogversary contest. But you’re going to have to hold on a minute while I tell you about what I have to look forward to today.

A colonoscopy. Blech.

You see, my mother died of colon cancer at the age of 66 so I need to start my screenings now. There’s nothing wrong with me, I have no symptoms to be concerned about. And yet this is scary for me. The prep yesterday was scary. It was a day of clear liquids and 32 pills to, errr, clean out my system. Did you know we only have one bathroom? Good times. The stuff that will happen today is scary: the IV, the procedure in general sounds scary, and the thought that they will actually find something of concern is very very scary. So, scary is the word of the day. Any good thoughts, vibes and prayers you’d like to send my way will ease the scariness for me and I’d sure appreciate it.

So, the contest. I loved reading all your comments and thoughts about the blog. The poems and haiku were wonderful – funny and sweet and very, very thoughtful. And I had no idea that y’all love the Eye Candy Friday posts so much. I’m feeling much more pressured to get good photos now.

The winner was chosen in an extremely scientific manner. All names were put in a basket and those who wrote poems and haiku were entered twice, as promised. I pulled the winning name this morning and it was:

Laura of Sugar Bunny Boulevard!

Congratulations, Laura!

I’ll be back tomorrow – hopefully with good news. And probably some knitting from while under the influence.

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  1. Lucia says

    February 12, 2007 at 11:16 am

    Yay Laura!

    Having undergone it numerous times, my dad refers to the procedure as “hunting the wild polyp.” I’ll be thinking of you.

  2. christine says

    February 12, 2007 at 11:42 am

    I’d go for the vodka for sure………….will be thinking of you today.

  3. Adam says

    February 12, 2007 at 11:56 am

    Hope the procedure goes well! I’ve heard it’s not too bad other than the cleansing ritual beforehand.

    And I’m not sure vodka would be allowed 😉

  4. Sara says

    February 12, 2007 at 12:11 pm

    Sending good enery and thoughts your way…

  5. Kat says

    February 12, 2007 at 12:23 pm

    Good luck. I’m due for one too (my Dad had a colon cancer).

  6. Kim says

    February 12, 2007 at 12:35 pm

    I will be thinking good thoughts and praying for good results. I know I need to do this too soon :(. My parents, both of whom are incredibly modest had theirs done recently for the first time, and both of them said it wasn’t nearly as bad as they had envisioned it.

  7. Kirsten says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:21 pm

    I’m glad the procedure went well.
    I hope you have time now to relax and pamper yourself for the rest of the day!

  8. Margaret says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:27 pm

    Sending my wishes for a good result!
    Had one a couple of months ago, the prep is way worse than the procedure. And knowing is better than not knowing.

  9. Carol says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:31 pm

    You mean I actually missed a contest? Maybe I should get checked too. You’re going to be fine! It’s those who do not get tested that have everything to worry about. Good on you for taking care of yourself! You can have all my good Karma.

  10. Jessica says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:31 pm

    So glad things went well! I hate drs. and hospitals and test so I totally feel for ya.

  11. BigAlice says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:52 pm

    I’m so glad the procedure went well and they found nothing. Yesterday sounds like it was complete blech , I’m sorry.

  12. margene says

    February 12, 2007 at 1:55 pm

    YAY!! I was just thinking about you and wondering when you would be back. What a huge relief for you! XOXO

  13. Lucia says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    YAY! verily. Knitting sure does help, doesn’t it?

  14. Janelle says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:06 pm

    My thoughts are with you, Carole. Colonoscopies are in my future as well, due to family history. As scary as it is to think that they might find something, the idea of not doing it is way scarier. Ignorance is definitely not bliss when it comes to these things, and it’s really great that you’re being proactive and having the procedure done. I hope it all goes smoothly for you.

  15. Janelle says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:07 pm

    Oops, just noticed your update there at the top. I’m glad that it went well and everything was normal!

  16. cheekiemary says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:29 pm

    So sorry – but good drugs to nap by afterwards! And next time you have one of these joyful procedures, just rent 3-4 good videos and have the hubby move the tv into the bathroom for you! Works for me.

  17. Julie says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:37 pm

    YAY for normal!

  18. maryse says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:45 pm

    hurray for normal!

  19. Sylvia says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:47 pm

    Glad you weathered the test and are okay. Both my melanoma tumors were found, and found “in time” during routine tests — we are so lucky to have western medicine’s amazing diagnostics!

  20. Beth S. says

    February 12, 2007 at 2:54 pm

    You had to take 32 pills? Gaaaah! You’re a trouper all right. 😉

    How often do you have to do this? I hope not every year.

  21. Brenda says

    February 12, 2007 at 3:24 pm

    I hope all goes well for you!

    And I do believe that Vodka qualifies as a clear liquid, as would any whiskey or gin.

  22. Rachel says

    February 12, 2007 at 3:36 pm

    Just thinking about a colonoscopy makes me cringe. I’m glad to hear that yours went well, and I hope now that you are home, you’re getting plenty of rest, and knitting time.

  23. lisa says

    February 12, 2007 at 3:38 pm

    Thinkin of you for SURE! Treat yourself to something nice afterwards. Like a great massage. And, of course, some wonderful yarn!

  24. Cookie says

    February 12, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    Where have I been? o.0

    I’m so glad that you’re starting your screening early, sweetie. I know it’s icky, but it’s for the best. I hope you’re taking it easy for the rest of your day. *hugs*

  25. liz says

    February 12, 2007 at 4:41 pm

    Glad to hear it all went well! Don’t do what my friend did and immediately go for a cheeseburger. It took him a while before he wanted to be around cheeseburgers again.

  26. DebbieB says

    February 12, 2007 at 5:05 pm

    So glad things went well, Carole!

  27. Susan says

    February 12, 2007 at 5:13 pm

    I’m things went well for you!

  28. Sue says

    February 12, 2007 at 5:43 pm

    Carole ~ I am so relieved to hear that your procedure went well. Deo gratias.

  29. scoutj says

    February 12, 2007 at 6:10 pm

    Glad you’re okay C.
    xo

  30. --Deb says

    February 12, 2007 at 6:12 pm

    Glad everything went well! Funny timing, though–one of my co-workers had one this morning, too . . . Go relax . . . you earned it!

  31. Helen says

    February 12, 2007 at 6:51 pm

    Glad to hear everything went fine! My mom had one done last Monday; very scary for her too.

  32. Teyani says

    February 12, 2007 at 7:20 pm

    Scarey indeed – I am so glad that all went well. It seems like a perfect Grey Goose moment to me!
    Congrats also on your blogiversary – I didn’t want to enter (since I’d just won the 10,000th comment) but I am out here on the other coast – cheering you on.
    hugs and love.

  33. ~Kristie says

    February 12, 2007 at 7:34 pm

    Good for you for getting screened! Since hubby is 52, I’ve been trying to get him in for the last two years!! Heaven help me!

    I’m sending lots of positive thoughts your way!

  34. Leslie says

    February 12, 2007 at 7:53 pm

    So glad all is well and you can focus on something happy now! I think some stash enhancement is in order…

  35. Kelly says

    February 12, 2007 at 7:55 pm

    Glad your screening went well!

  36. amanda says

    February 12, 2007 at 8:04 pm

    clapping wildly over the good report!

  37. crzjane (Jane) says

    February 12, 2007 at 8:33 pm

    Glad to hear your test went well. I’ve had the same procedure 3 times. A total of 5 pre-cancerous polyps removed. I always hate the prep, the test I usually slept through. And the feeling afterwards was like everything was pink! When they tell you that you shouldn’t make any important decisions that day, I know why. It was so nice to have such a mellow day.
    My Mom also had colon cancer. The test is well worth the trouble.

  38. heather says

    February 12, 2007 at 8:55 pm

    Wow, what a relief, eh? So happy you’re well and healthy! Yay!
    Geez, I freakishly dread the yearly Pap exam, I can only imagine how I’ll be when I have to do a colon test. Yikes.

  39. caitlyn says

    February 12, 2007 at 8:58 pm

    So glad to hear that all is well, Carole!

  40. Erin says

    February 12, 2007 at 9:43 pm

    That does sound stressful, but I’m glad the procedure went off without a hitch! From one single bathroom home to another, I an feel your pain! =)

  41. Kristi aka Fiber Fool says

    February 15, 2007 at 10:37 am

    Yuck! I’m so sorry you had to go through that. I had one at the lovely age of 18. I’m glad they let you knit up to the very end!

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