Blind....

[AmyMyBlueFront]

...I am (sorta anyway). Some folks may have noticed I haven't been posting in a while..It's coz I can't see bupkiss :-/ Been coming on for a while now. I thought I just needed new glasses,or my diabetes was playing havic with my sight. It wasn't that it's a moderate/severe case of cattaracs in both eyes. I need surgery which wont take place til the end of NEXT month :-( Vision changes hourly. I have about 6 different strengths of readers. One hour I can "kinda" read with one pair and the next hour I cant even make out the clock. Driving? forget about it! I cant make out the dashboard/clock/radio its all black,unless its dark out but oncoming headlights are so bright they blind me. Sometimes I can't make out the little peach spot on Beebs sweet face unless I'm kissing him all over. I still cautiously take Amy to Cumby's or to get chicken but my heart is in my throat, Luckily both are less than a half mile away. I know this is a pretty common procedure but it's got me upset to say the least. Maybe I can train Amy to be my eyes..he see's everything


Jim

 

[SailBoat]

Not sure to what level Amy can guide you, but I am certain he will do what ever he can! Know that Julio and his staff are 100% behind you and keeping you in our prays dear friend! I know that your Doctor has advised you t o provide your eyes with rest times so that they do not become overly tired.

Huge Amazon Hugs Dear Friend!
Cheers from all of us!!

 

[texsize]

I am so sorry to hear of your troubles.

getting Old isn’t easy. Will keep you in our prayers.
Wes.

 

[fiddlejen]

Well my dad had cataract surgery many years ago and it went well, I shall keep you in my prayers.

And from what you've said about how much you can't see, Please DoN't drive anywhere right now! You won't do your birdies any good if you're recovering from an accident too!

 

[wrench13]

Jim my man, Dr. Salty sez "NO DRIVING FOR YOU!!". Buck up, cataract surgery is very run of the mill these days, Geri is going for it soon herself. Sending you good thoughts and prayers, bud!

 

[LaManuka]

Dearest Jim, I am very sorry to read this news about you today. Your favourite Aussie niece, the Crown Princess Lilly Pilly would like to back up the recommendation by Dr Salty that you please do not drive! We are sending lots of Queensland sunshine, warmest wishes, love and hugs to you, and all our hopes that your surgery is successful and your recovery is swift. Love you, Uncle Jim!!

 

[Flboy]

Absolutely terrifying! I have Age Onset Macular Degeneration! Been told it’s progressing slowly. Finally have my blood pressure under control, no longer on any meds!

 

[Scott]

Oh Jim, sorry you are having vision issues. Our most indispensable sense, thankfully cataract surgery is safe, reliable, and so rewarding! Keep safe until later next month, restricting driving very small price to pay considering potential alternative!