Yesterday’s pissy theme has carried on today , for towards the end of The Crown’s quiz, I experienced what only could be described as a catheter malfunction .
Luckily , I was on a busy table, where I could excuse myself without attention, and by a small miracle I managed to get outside without leaving a drop of bodily fluid on carpet and flooring.
Thank goodness we had held the production meeting beforehand , with affable despot Jason, the velvet voiced Linda and newbie member Ger the “Choir” ( he sings in the Male Voice Choir)
I have to cope with such mini disasters and texted the Randas with my apologies.
People are very kind
Those who know you will understand and be sympathetic. Those who don't know you will understand and be sympathetic - once you've explained. Don't let the fear of catheter malfunction stop you doing your stuff. (As if you ever would!) Keep a change of clothing in the car and laugh it off. xx
ReplyDeleteI drove home showered and changed
DeleteAnd some baby wipes. An old towel or two on the car seat.
DeleteNo but it’s a next goal
DeleteJesus John….you are my damp hero my darling
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Damp was the word lol xx
DeleteBotheration!! Am glad you excused yourself quietly and exited to go home. Well done, but sorry it was necessary.
ReplyDeleteThis, too, shall pass!
Hugs!
Indeed…. I survived another day
DeleteI would like to say that catheters are a pain in the ass, but that would be anatomically incorrect.
ReplyDeleteA pain in the bladder neck !
DeleteI don’t know how they work but would an incontinence pad help as security .
ReplyDeleteYou know when you go to the shops nowadays you often see men perusing the pad aisle which tells you how far we have all travelled along the path of acceptance of our bodily necessities I remember when I was a kid about the secrecy of being sent to the haberdashers to get a packet of female pads discreetly wrapped for my Mum .
Oh joy!!
DeleteAs part of my job I once visited a man who lived on a very ramshackle and run down farm with his parents (they were not farmers, didn't have a clue what they were doing.) Rather than have me enter the house, he took me into a mobile home in which their large dogs slept every night. I sat on a bed/settee which was very damp. For the rest of the day I had to continue my work with trousers soaked in dog p., so I kind of feel your pain!!!
ReplyDeleteOh lord
DeleteA small setback in your confidence maybe BUT you carried on perfectly. People are kind, you did fine.Your courage is impressive.
ReplyDeletelizzy x
Just keep swimming
DeleteHave we misjudged poor Weaver? Perhaps she was not being an incorrigible brat after all when she peed down the back of the TV -- perhaps she was trying to show EMPATHY with your catheter woes?
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, I do hear Malta is very nice in the summer.
I love Valletta
DeleteI was going to say that’s the shits, but it’s the pissers! You’re a trooper.
ReplyDeleteJust plodding my good friend , just plodding
DeleteJohn,! John ! Ouch
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Xx
I love u too
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DeleteSorry about the malfunction. Glad you were able to take care of it discreetly. Things will get better. Cali
ReplyDeleteExiting and taking care of the malfunction was the perfect move. Like anything, I guess there is a learning curve.
ReplyDeleteThat's ninja level continence care!
ReplyDeleteIf you keep a tepid beverage close you can spill it onto yourself to change from urinary embarrassment to clumsy old fuck embarrassment. Do remember that most people are oblivious to what is happening around them as they are focusedon themselves.
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DeleteGood idea x
DeleteWhat a bore! But you managed splendidly.
ReplyDeleteIf you’re searching for a Pollyanna response - it’s much worse when it happens with a colostomy! But, get that set of clothes, Wet Ones and towels into the car tomorrow. And a couple of sealable bags.
That I understand
DeleteThe NHS allows DH 1 disposable nappy a day, the rest come from Aldi. I remind him to keep spare and clothes in the car. It is a very common problem, especially after prostate radiotherapy. Thank you for have the courage to talk about it. It got him down at first.
ReplyDeleteI’ll pass on the nappy just yet
DeleteKeeping getting out there and doing things, being engaged in the community, taking part in the fun. Adapt, and move forward with life. You are doing it, keep at it. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteKeep on swimming
DeleteI feel for you John, go get yourself some man pads. Just a few days ago I encountered a man looking sheepishly at them at the pharmacy so I moved on quickly so he wouldn’t be embarrassed. They might give you a bit more confidence and hold off a major leak. Just keep getting out there. If you do get wet just say, I spilled my coffee, I will need to go get some dry clothes on. Gigi
ReplyDeleteNo pads needed just a change of pants
DeleteI imagine that your nurse training makes you practical when handling malfunctions like that. Take care, John. xo
ReplyDeleteI hope so, but I’m not immune
DeleteIt does seem as if indignities of the body increase exponentially as we age.
ReplyDeleteWell, it doesn't just seem that way. They do.
If we were all more honest about our situations, perhaps we could all relax a little and, most importantly, be able to deal with these things with some humor. We are human. We have human body problems. Perhaps a different sort of "me too" campaign?
You are doing your bit in that regard and I respect you tremendously.
This moved me greatly my old friend 😄🙏
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