Figuring out the do’s and don’ts of resin
Cup Cozies – Pattern Here
I got the cozy idea from these 2 crafters. I did watch many others, but I kept going back to their videos.
Figuring out the do’s and don’ts of resin
Cup Cozies – Pattern Here
I got the cozy idea from these 2 crafters. I did watch many others, but I kept going back to their videos.
For a recap see Stop and smell the coffee part 1
My personal journey dealing with Anosmia
My first post about my anosmia was in January 2021.
I followed up with the ENT doctor several times. He pretty much stayed with the same diagnosis. He retired and a new doctor took his place. By this time, I started dealing with new symptoms. Phantom smells that would last for days, random moments of clarity, and a constant sinus headaches. She (the new doctor) basically looked at my chart and gave me an additional sinus spray. She also said the new symptoms could be my body trying to heal. Time will tell.
From early 2021-present
I had decided there was really no point in spending money on a specialist if they couldn’t do anything for me. I followed up with my primary care doctor on a regular basis. Approximately every 3-4 months I would get desperate for relief from the sinus headaches, swelling, earaches, scratchy throat, etc. she would almost always give me antibiotics, and occasionally a steroid shot or steroid pills.
I want to add this information really quick because it is relevant- about every 10-12 months I get a pain block done. This includes a healthy dose of steroids. However- this last year I went about 15 months between shots (not by choice – that’s a different story)
Various degree of different symptoms that I have dealt with-
I finally had enough of this cycle and requested my primary care doctor for a recommendation to a new ENT doctor. (They offered before, but I was convinced they couldn’t help.) An appointment was made and off I go.
At first the ENT doctor was leaning toward the same diagnosis. But he continued to listen to my story. I could tell I was giving him something to think about. From what I understand, If the scent receptors are permanently damaged, no amount of steroids would allow you to smell. Also, the constant swelling is not normal. Before getting into new test, he put me on a 30 day antibiotic and a steroid sinus rinse. The next 30 days I followed instructions, but when I went for my follow up, I was actually worse. The pressure was unbearable. I went for a CAT scan. This is where I’m at now-
There is something not healing in my sinus cavity. My sinuses are staying in a constant swollen state. I will be having surgery May 31st. Actually 2 surgery’s, they will also be straitening my nasal cavity at the same time. The ENT doctor says that the surgery should help tremendously with the swelling, airflow and a slight chance help my scent receptors. He is optimistic that there isn’t permanent damage. This all started in April 2019. Hopefully it will end after recovery June 2023.
I will update this “Stop and smell the coffee” journey after recovery. Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Have a wonderful day!!
They will be having a fundraising event for the TCAT Northwest Skills USA 4.14.23
This will be one of the items auctioned off.
Scenic Route Quilt
Original design By: Jeanie Payment
56 inches X 56 inches
This will be one of the items auctioned off.
Scrappy Diamond
By: Jeanie Payment
60 inches X 52 inches
Spoiler Alert- I’m talking about my Supernatural Quilt
I made this video a couple weeks ago and never uploaded it.
My trip to the Stitching Store
Meet ups, FMQ and Designing
Hand Quilting and Sewing Machines- Sorry the video is long
Sneak Peek of my current project. Using my fandom fabrics!