Is Vodka A Clear Liquid?

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. I hope all goes well with your procedure today. If you’re lucky maybe they’ll keep you waiting for your appointment–more time to knit in the waiting room! (There’s always a bright side!) Good luck, and thanks again for the contest.

  6. joe had both a colonscopy and an endoscopy together at the same time last summer. and the worse part about the whole thing was the preparation. (we also only have one bathroom — not counting the scary bathroom in the basement that’s called the scary bathroom for a reason) seriously. you’ll feel groggy and need a good nap but you shouldn’t be frightened of the procedure. and i’m positive that they won’t find anything. you’re smart to have it checked out now but you’re all good. i’m positive. don’t be scared.

  7. Sending good wishes your way Carole. I’m sure all will be well. Better to deal with the discomfort of the test than to have to deal with the agony of something being wrong that was not caught early enough.

    All good things………….

    Oh, and I hear ya about only having one bathroom! Teaches the kids patience I say.

  8. Good luck with your colonoscopy. Once you’ve survived the prep, the rest of the procedure is a breeze. I have ulcerative colitis, so colonoscopies are a regular thing for me. I always make a beeline for the nearest Wendy’s afterward.

  9. Daniel had a colonoscopy when he was about five (there was some bleeding we needed to check out, never did find out what caused it). The worst part of the whole thing was the not eating bit. Honestly, that was the worst. They did find a little polyp and removed it, said it was common and not to worry. Good luck today, I’ll be thinking good thoughts for you!

  10. You are already done with the worst part…the prep. The procedure is a piece of cake. I’ll be thinking good thoughts for you! Enjoy your breakfast afterwards!

  11. Good luck with the scope tomorrow. DH gets oscopies from the bottom and I from the top every few years, and we’d send you the following advice: toot proudly! No, seriously, the nurses will ask you to get out some of the air they pump in. So, let ‘er rip, then go out somewhere nice for breakfast afterward. And bring a friend to guide you gently back home.

  12. As one who has recently gone through the procedure…the prep is definitely worse than the exam. I know it sounds cliche but once they “relax” you…you’ll be fine!

  16. The worst part (prep) is behind you, Carole! *No pun intended.* The procedure is quite easy. You’ll be done and on your way before you know it. Good wishes for good results.

  17. Good for you! Having regular checks is so important and you’re so smart to follow through. Thinking very positive thoughts for you. Rest afterward. A nap is the very best way to go!!

  18. Good thoughts, prayers and vibes coming your way. My husband had one done a few years ago. He said the worst part was, by far, the prep and not eating.

  19. It will be over before you know it and like many have said, the worst is already over!

    You’ll be fine but here’s a hug (((Carole))) and lots of good vibes from me and the P-Man!

  21. You’ll be fine!! I have a form of autoimmune colitis and so have to get colonoscopies nearly every year – not pleasant, no, but less excruciating than a mammogram at least!

  23. Oh, dear, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry you have to go through this procedure, but it is imperative that you have these procedures as a check-up. I agree, take a nap afterward. Can’t wait to see the knitting under the influence!

  27. Good for you for starting screening early!
    Among my peers, we “wave dpns” to send postive energy — I’ll be waving for you today.
    Meanwhile, you could distract yourself from your own worries by plannign to wave some dpns for me on Thursday when I have a sonogram to check out something scary (about which I’ll be blogging Thursday or Friday — can’t bring myself to do it before). I’m deciding that I’m not going to be scared about Thursday’s test … the doc who saw me Friday was perfectly content with waiting that long, which says to me that whatever this is, is won’t grow exponentially in that time frame, so it can’t be TOOO scary. right? So I’m spending my energy on your test today. Thursday, of course, I’ll be singing a slightly different tune in the key of near-panic, I’m sure.

    But even with your test loomign before you, I think you can set your near-panic levels to low…… you’re testing w/o symptoms! (such a good plan!) so if they do find anything (oh so unlikely), it’ll be reeeeeaaalllly small, and readily handled.

    Waving dpns in Illinois

  28. Sending good thoughts your way. I haven’t had the “pleasure” of that procedure yet, but I’m sure it’s not too far off in my future. XO

  30. Good luck, Carole! Others who have “gone” before you say the prep is the hard part, the rest is easy cause you’re kind of under. Hoping you get good clean results!

  31. I know it is scary, but you are taking positive steps to being a healthier person. (BTW, I had my first flex sig at the age of 29) Heaven forbid the doctor’s find something! It is important to remember that these tests are a PRIVILEDGE. I am assuming you have the good fortune to have health insurance, plus living in an area where quality health care is more or less a given. So as you ‘wait it out’ in your one bathroom, try to see the positive side of things!

  32. You’ll do just great and Versed will be your new best friend. I’ve had one every couple of years for the last 10 years. Now……whether you will remember knitting anything all day will be the million-dollar question. Good luck!

  33. Aww Carole! Sorry for the trepidation you feel about the procedure. I’ve had it done once many years ago when I was having some problems. Honest – the prep is the most miserable part. You’ll be thinking “geez, what was I so worried about?” Staying calm and relaxed makes the whole thing so much easier too (isn’t that what they always say? heh).

    Hooray for winning the contest! This will be my first STR and I’ve been wanting to make myself some fingerless mitts – this will be wonderful! How amazing that my little name was drawn out of all of those entries. I feel guilty for not doing a Haiku! 🙂

  34. That really stinks, but it’s so good that you’re being proactive, rather than not knowing that something might be wrong until it’s too late. You’ve got spirit and courage Carole, and I’ll be sending good and happy thoughts your way 🙂

  36. There is colon cancer history in my family — I have not yet had the “pleasure” of a colonoscopy, but I know it’s coming, and because of said history, I’ll have to do it more often than some. I hope you’re on the same schedule, Carole, because that’s the good vibe for the day — it’s the best thing you can do for yourself! The prep is the worst, anyway (or so I’ve heard).
    ; )

  39. My husband went through the same thing not long ago, except thankfully his father made it through. I’m thinking of you.

  40. Just close your eyes and think of alpaca. When it’s over, treat yourself to a big delicious lunch and a yarn store excursion.

    I hope this whole whole ordeal turns out to be for nothing, if you know what I mean!

  46. Oh Carole….Yuck! I’m sorry about your Mom and just like the *mammyogrammy* it must be done! My thoughts are with you today! I hope everything comes out okay (no pun intended)! Take care of yourself! If it’ll make you laugh…in my Dad’s words he refers to it as having a *Brain Exam*!
    Sending positive-good thoughts your way!

  48. It’s understandable to be scared, Carole. But the procedure it’s self isn’t that bad, and while the odds are against them finding anything, if they do, you are better off finding it earlier rather than later! Good thought! You are doing the right thing!

  50. Oh man, the first thought I had upon seeing the term “clear liquid” was colonscopy. I have had two=the prep is way worse. I always blame my sisters for me having them and mammograms. I even get to have a CT scan this week. Good luck. I still can’t face Gatorade-a word of advice-don’t add sodium laxative to something with salt in it!

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