So as y'all know, my iron is apparently low enough where even the hematologist was like...that's low. So I got my first iron infusion and lemme just tell you. I will never do that again! My body hurt soooooo bad afterwards (flu-like body aches are normal, essentially I'm low-key overdosing on iron that's why I was in pain). And my feet swelled soon after. I was in so much pain that I tool a codeine just to help me sleep, and even with that I kept waking up in pain writhing. It was a truly regrettable choice I made. I say this to say, eat an iron rich diet. Don't end up like me, achy and in pain. But the pain was so miserable that I woke up the next feeling so happy and renewed, it was like I was living life on cloud nine yesterday. Nothing really upset me, it was all just immaculate vibes. With that appointment though, it leaves me with just an eye doctor appointment and one last meeting with the hematologist (I'm also going to keep taking my iron pills, so that I can more than the minimum amount of iron in my body that's healthy, my goal is to have my levels at 13 which would be an ultimate record for me).
Also, I spoke with Claire, Clara, Rachel, Erin, and May! It really bought my spirits up and made me realize that I'm fortunate enough to have so many awesome friends, and that one day we will be together like the good ole days (cough, cough*reunion*cough, cough). And I guess I'll post some pics of my week with Claire just from a different perspective 🥲.
Claire tried her first fried Oreo and liked it, so one win for unhealthy American snacks
Before and After, along with a random bat mobile in the parking lot
I swear this temple is so randomly situated...it's literally right off a major state route, and it doesn't really have any signs. You're just kind of driving and then hit with this random marble majestic temple lol
Another great friend weekend! I am so happy that you all have each other! Looks like you all had a really good time….can’t wait for the next friend weekend!
Teheh! I love the photos ;P but yeeeeah tbh iron transfusion thing sounds like a nightmare that’s why I tried to make it possible that I don’t have to do the whole transfusion thing too T-T (God willing, I won’t 😭). But I’m glad the next day was a good day for you :)
woww I didn't know the iron thing would be soooo painful :( it must have been bad if you had to take codeine. But after this you will be an iron filled queen :D So strong and invincible and stable (ie the opposite of dizzy)
and claire really is making me want to visit !! I think it's not in the cards for the time being (but you guys are welcome here ofc) but it looks like you guys had such a fun time! I was getting jealous of the charcuterie ngl
Also I see what she was saying about Hawaii
And idk if fried oreo is southern, i just always thought of it as fair food?? But it is…
the one missing puzzle piece....pain. Sounds like you guys had a ton of fun with Claire! Is fried oreo a Southern food? I've always heard of it but never had one either lol. And the temple is beautiful :00 truly an enlightened location
Hope your iron stays high, an iron transfusion lowkey does sound stressful/painful...this confirms it for me. I'm going to need to get on that iron rich diet ASAP