Hi Everyone!
A few months ago I saw the ophthalmologist who told me the Vitreous fluid was drying up and pulling on my retina. That this was a normal process for older people.
OMG! Just one more thing to look forward to in old age.
On the way in I did take a few photos.
This is the best one. The street my dr is on is very very very busy. So no stopping. There is a stair way that leads to a neighborhood and on the inside wall is a mural. I got the beginning of it. After this man there is a train scene. One day I will get it all.
Gas has gone up again. This is on the edge of Eugene and the price of gas in my town.
But right in town it's this much.
On the ride in we have to go threw a tunnel.
The tunnel always has troubles. Like the lights going out, leaking, and there are a lot of wrecks at both ends.
I have more photos but I'm really tired and need to get my eyes off the PC.
I hope everyone is well and having a good day
Nicole
That is really scary about the vitreous leak. I too had that but it didn't cause any permanent visual things. So sorry,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear there's no retinal tear but hopefully that floating piece of vitreous will float on over to the side or somewhere less noticeable in your vision.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update that was a long tiring day. -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteohhh no, i hate getting old, iam am 65 now but is well so far
ReplyDeleteSorry to read about your eyes, no it's not easy getting old.
ReplyDeleteThe mural looks a good one and I can't quite understand why those vehicles haven't been moved it must look awful to see them there as a clutter, Hope the tunnel doesn't cave in, it doesn't sound too good. The price of petrol (you call is gas) has gone up there too, we filled out car up today.
It was a long way to go and a long day to be assured that all is normal, as normal can be. Growing old(er) is interesting and raises all sorts of questions.
ReplyDeleteI think the poor condition of that tunnel is a sad reflection of the state of infrastructure throughout the country. But don’t worry your illustrious president is spending a billion dollars a day to destroy Iran. Gotta know what’s important! As for your eye, good news and bad news. Stay as well as you can. You can’t stop getting old!
ReplyDeleteThe iPad is being weird. I had to make a fake comment before it would let me use my google account.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of the vitreous doing that. But thank goodness the retina is okay.
I sometimes get shimmering in my eyes. It concerns me, but so far it doesn’t last for very long.
ReplyDeleteAnvilcloud, that shimmer could be from high blood pressure, get it checked, now that my bp is down to normal no more shimmers. Take care of yourself, better sooner than later
DeleteI have floaters in both eyes but in one eye it is worse. There's always a spot when I look in brightly lighted areas. I have learned to live with it though. They getting old isn't for sissies, don't they? How true. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteOh and I hope things don't get worse for your eyes either. I meant to say that first thing and got off on a tangent. :(
ReplyDelete...Great news! We can thanks or peace president gas prices. He is a stable genesis and is right about everything!
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself. Getting old is an experience too many people don't live to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteTake good care of yourself, dear friend. Thank you so much for sharing your photos and experiences, I really enjoy and appreciate your posts.
ReplyDeleteGas is getting really expensive everywhere.
ReplyDeleteOh, you have a floater? Sorry to hear they can't get rid of it.
My late husband had a seizure 6 years ago and hit his head on the ground. It caused several floaters that they couldn't do anything about. We found out that he had cancer and he passed away a few months later. Thankfully he didn't get anymore floaters.
Hopefully you won't get anymore either.
I hope your eyes don't get worse. I have some floaters that are annoying but I'm getting use to them.
ReplyDeleteBoa tarde minha querida amiga Nicole. Fico muito feliz, que você está melhor de saúde. Fico feliz em saber, que a sua retina, melhorou grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro. Muita saúde minha querida amiga.
ReplyDeleteGetting old sucks doesn't it. But they can do so much these days. I got a cataract at age 41. Then had a prolapse at 42 and then broke my ankle at 45 last year there. And now I think I might be hitting peri at nearly 46. I hope all will be okay. Keep fighting :-D
ReplyDeletePrice of energy has been rising since March 1st.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself, dear Nicole.
I share this problem with you and have had it for years. I also have floaters that are worse in odd lighting.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry about your eye! I'm beginning to wonder if they can ever do anything about mine. Losing vision bothers me more than all my other issues, I think. Rest. Screeen time is more difficult, for sure. *love and hugs*
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your eyes love. Getting old is challenging. I am sending you many hugs. Lovely mural wow and the tunnel looks scary. Have a lovely evening. Sending you extra prayers Nicole.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice doctor you have! Normal for older, why, thank you. But it sounds very scary. And oh, all the time spent!
ReplyDeleteGas prices through the roof here, too.
Tunnels, tell me about that! I was on my own on Transperth train, the lights were off and we went through endless tunnels. Meep.
Wishing you all the best for your eyes. And. ... as my FIL says: "You have the choice: Get old or die." So... Let us get old, at least a bit...
Aging can be difficult and yet oddly everyone think it's better than the alternative. I can't figure that out, especially when you're confident of your after-life. The human part says, I can't leave those I love behind and that's why we want to stay connected to earth for as long as possible. Oh well... keep on keeping on, m'dear. Enjoy life with gusto and light! I hope this new eye issue improves and doesn't affect your vision too badly. Who knows, maybe it'll move to one side. I know it has to be annoying. I will keep you in prayer, Nicole! xo ~CAAC
ReplyDeleteDear friend Nichole,I am sorry for your eyes issues
ReplyDeleteHubby has been given eyes drops for the fluid gathering in the eyes problem and doctor had asked him to visit after two weeks,let’s hope it’s not anything serious 🤞
I am glad that your eyes are not in some serious trouble but can doctor not remove the mass in the eye?
I hope you feel better my friend,aging is sickness itself as eldest son says often and nothing can escape no matter what ☹️😞
Health,peace and love to you ♥️🫂🙏
Getting old certainly is not for sissies. I'm sorry about your eye troubles, but glad that the retina is good and there's no tear.
ReplyDeleteAs everywhere else, gas prices have gone up here as well - I think California is one of the states with the highest gas prices anyway.
I am so sorry to read about your eye. This sounds so very annoying. Especially for an artist whose eyes are one of her tools. Sending all good wishes. I forgot to write on FFO this week how much I love that first portrait with such soft colors. Please take care. I hope they can find some solution for that mass.
ReplyDeleteI have had floaters in my eyes for years. At first they were very distracting, but at this point my eyes have learned to look around them. I rarely realize they are even there. Now, I don't know how big your floater is, but if it is reasonably small, with patience, it will disappear from your conscious visual mind :) ... Fingers crossed. Like you I pass a few murals on walls when I come home from my daughter's nursing home. I keep thinking I will try to take a picture of them, but it is right in the middle of the main street in the town, so traffic, traffic, traffic. Some of the pictures I take I continue to drive and just point my phone out the window (I know, shame on me!), but these murals I will have to stop for. If and when I ever see a parking place along the way, I will stop and take pictures. And OMG, your gas prices are awful ... I was mumbling under my breath when I had to pay $3.50 yesterday. We really need to get rid of the problem child in the White House ... he has always disgusted me, but now we simply can't afford him. So hang tough my friend ... things have to get better, right? We'll take this topic up next week ... let see what damage he can do in another week. Be well, Nicole. I know you have much to deal with and I am impressed with your ability to move right through it all. See you this Sunday :)
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Growing older certainly has its challenges, Nicole. Hopefully, as others have suggested, you will be less aware of the blob in the middle of your vision over time. Your gas is very expensive. I'm spared that sight in Waikiki, because there are no gas stations. I smiled at your photos ~ I've taken so many like these out the car windows. Sending you a big hug!
ReplyDeleteI was pleased to read there is no retinal tear ...
ReplyDeleteHoping the floating piece of vitreous will not cause you problems.
Take care, my good wishes.
All the best Jan
That sounds like a long and exhausting day, but it’s good to hear there were no serious issues with your retina. I like how you still noticed small things along the way despite everything going on 🙂
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