the delayed annual, 9.26.23

i went for my physical today. i was worried about my a1c, but they said my a1c was only flagged because it was lower than normal. the reason i was concerned is because of my sweet tooth and my inability to stay away from indulging. my doctor said i should get it tested every other year as it looked good last year. i hate needles/blood, so i agreed. i still got a full sti panel after my appointment. as i went down to get my blood drawn, i was more nervous than ever. the last time they did it last year, i got so clammy and almost passed out. the nurse had to bring me crackers and orange juice. i told the nurse this year i was afraid of needles, and she said it wouldn’t be that bad, maybe one-minute tops. as she was putting alcohol on my arm, i told her i was nervous again. she was so kind, that she recommended me going to the next booth to sit on the recliner where i can rest a little more. i did, got my blood taken, and was out of there in less than 5 minutes. she told me she didn’t like blood/needles, too, but got used to it after her cat developed diabetes and she had to inject her every day. then she ended up here, where taking blood is a part of her job responsibility. as far as my sinus infection goes, i woke up feeling better, so i’m thinking i’ve turned the corner and just have to wait things out.

because i was getting blood drawn, i didn’t eat anything all day. it’s 3:08pm, and i think i’m about to starve to death if i wait any longer.

-ratha, 3:10pm, 9.26.23