Mon., Feb. 21st - The Dr. is in and in and in....

Well, today started off interestingly! I had my medical appointments today where I was seen by 8 doctors! Yes, 8! I started off with an infectious disease specialist who was concerned about my bloodwork (I brought the results with me), so I had to have it repeated. While waiting for an appointment in the lab, I was seen by a pulmonary specialist who asked if I had ever been tested for TB. I said yes and that the results came back normal. Well that was the wrong answer - it sparked a frustrating discussion regarding "normal" vs. "negative". UGH - the poor interpreter! After that lovely discussion, I got to have my blood taken. After digging around my left arm until I was sure the needle was going to poke out my shoulder, she finally got blood from my right arm. I am bruised from my forearms to my shoulders - at least I have a matching pair. Then we went to the Psychiatrist who insisted that I take the MMPI II - again! He was a very nice, distinguished gentleman who laughed at most of my answers. I was then seen by an oncologist and then three doctors at once! I'll leave out the details, but there is a Russian woman out there who knows me far better than I care for! After such an encounter, it was time to enjoy a Russian lunch - PIZZA! Then off to see my baby boy! Oh he was so happy today! He laughed and giggled until I had to make him stop so he could catch his breath. I am so blessed! Tomorrow is the big day - court! The fate of our family has already been decided in the Heavens, but will be announced by a human judge tomorrow on behalf of the Russian Federation. Oh, my!