Not a Bad Doctor Appointment

@AmbiePam (104130)
United States
October 8, 2025 11:11am CST
So I saw my most troublesome doctor, the pain management doctor. Why is he troublesome? He forgets to call in prescriptions, his lab messes up tests, and he’s constantly late. Someone asked me if it helped that he was really handsome. Uh, no, it does not. Anyway, although he was late today, I told him about my upcoming trip to Disneyland. He advocated driving because of the government shutdown (how long will TSA come in unpaid?). He also said he’d give me a steroid pack next month along with my regular medication to make getting around after a long ride, easier. That was very considerate. Now, the government shut down may be over in a few weeks, but he has a point about that. Darn it, if the cruise had happened this wouldn’t be hard. I didn’t get to spend time with my nieces and nephew then, and I really wanted to. I WOULD still get some alone time with my sister. She scheduled her and I for a Princess Breakfast. Yes, that is exactly as it sounds. All the princess characters come in, in full costume and character. It was really sweet of her. She’s taken the kids before, and she thought treating me would be nice. Whatever happens, you can bet I’ll paste a smile on my face no matter what. I imagine I’ll have fun, but since she and my dad split the cost, they are going to get a very appreciative Amber. Because I am.
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@MarieCoyle (49574)
8 Oct
I agree with him that air travel can be a nightmare right now. Cousin was supposed to fly out of Chicago to San Antonio. Monday...after arriving at O'Hare, her flight was delayed for hours. Finally got on the plane and it just sat there, loaded and ready. Then everyone had to de-plane to get on a different plane due to a problem with something...And then they were told after a time in the air that they currently couldn't get clearance to land, and ended up going to Dallas...she finally gave up. She was going to be with her sister who has cancer. She ended up renting a car. What a mess. A Princess Breakfast for two Princesses! That is just so special! I am so glad you are going on a trip with your sister. It will give you special memories for years to come.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
I am so sorry for your cousin! Thank you for all the support, Marie. I really appreciate your constant encouragement! It is much appreciated.
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@LadyDuck (484838)
• Italy
8 Oct
I think your doctor is right suggesting the car ride. You cannot know how long the shutdown will last, better not to take risks.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
I think so too.
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@xstitcher (35954)
• Petaluma, California
8 Oct
Sounds like you're going to have a nice time.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
I’m going to try my best!
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@FourWalls (79360)
• United States
8 Oct
I think that’s how the last shutdown ended…after 35 days, everyone was calling in “sick.” I don’t like to fly, and it would definitely take something to get me to do so again (I always think about that Gallagher joke: “I walked up to the counter and said, ‘I’m going to Cleveland. Send this bag to Denver and this bag to Dallas.’ She said, ‘We can’t do that!’ I said, ‘Why not? You did it last week!’” ). I’d always prefer to drive (it was a literal pain in the back to get home from out west, but still!), because the agenda is yours and not the airline’s or the TSA’s.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
I like that joke!
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@RasmaSandra (89738)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
8 Oct
So when if this trip happening? I hope you have a good time and enjoy yourselves.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
Thank you so much. It should be around November 13th or 14th.
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@xFiacre (14471)
• Ireland
8 Oct
@ambiepam Picture? What picture? I agree, handsomeness doesn’t compensate for inefficiency.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
I went back and deleted that part right after I saw it hadn’t been fixed yet.
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@GardenGerty (166027)
• United States
9 Oct
Sounds like he may have put his thinking cap on for a change. I hope you have a good time.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
9 Oct
Thanks, Heather.
@snowy22315 (197344)
• United States
8 Oct
So, who all is going on the Disney trip? Sounds like the doctor is trying to look out for you at least
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
8 Oct
Yes, he actually is. It looks like right now it’s my sister’s family and me on the trip: Mindy, Jeff, Amyra, Hudson, and Annelyn plus me.
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@snowy22315 (197344)
• United States
8 Oct
@AmbiePam Good, well you will have fun with the gang I am sure.
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@wolfgirl569 (123505)
• Marion, Ohio
8 Oct
He is right about driving. You especially wouldn't want to get there and have no easy way home
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@rakski (149178)
• Philippines
9 Oct
Well, not bad for giving you additional meds for your trip I hope you have a very good time on your trip
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
9 Oct
Thank you.
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@rakski (149178)
• Philippines
9 Oct
@AmbiePam welcome
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@Traceyjayne (5747)
• United Kingdom
8 Oct
My Grandkids went to Disney a couple of years ago …..making memories …..
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@AliCanary (3402)
9 Oct
I have an incredibly handsome eye doctor whose office staff frequently mess up my billing. As you said, it does NOT help. Sounds like you will have a wonderful time at Disney!
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@Nevena83 (65559)
• Serbia
8 Oct
I'm sure you'll enjoy it. I'd love to wear a princess costume too.
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@Dreamerby (8980)
• Calcutta, India
9 Oct
That's one troublesome doctor indeed. Reminds me of one of our professors...he sure was an eye-candy but argghh horrible teaching!! After a month, we complained to the HOD to replace him! Btw it was really sweet of your sister!
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
9 Oct
That’s hilarious! And yes, it is sweet.
@jstory07 (146075)
• Roseburg, Oregon
9 Oct
You are going to have a great time.
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@AmbiePam (104130)
• United States
9 Oct
Thanks, Judy. I think so too.
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@nela13 (59115)
• Portugal
9 Oct
That was nice of him giving you extra medication to the trip.
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@LindaOHio (203074)
• United States
9 Oct
I hope everything works out well.
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