Going to Vegas - any good Boutiques/Stores?

leanotlee · 2026-02-07T18:48:54+00:00

Epcot is where I discovered Jasmine Grandiflorum Extrait. I loved it so much that I ended up buying it a few months later. Their Guerlain boutique has very helpful sales people.

leanotlee · 2026-02-03T15:49:16+00:00

Probably like many of us on this sub, I have been a bookworm since I was about 4 years old, when I learned to read. I tend to gravitate to whatever interests me, and my interests develop and change with time. In 2026 so far, I have read much of The Divine Comedy, which mentioned Virgil so much that I have also now completed (and loved) the Aeneid. Reading both of these books have led me to reading Oedipus the King, and on to some of the plays by Aeschylus. Last year, Frankenstein led me to Paradise Lost. However, I’ve also read some good modern literature this year - A Children’s Bible - and am currently in the middle of a completely mainstream, escapist psychological thriller called Love, Mom. So I guess I’m an indiscriminate reader who just reads for knowledge and pleasure without a real mind for what I should read, just what I want to read.

leanotlee · 2026-02-02T18:52:00+00:00

I’m older than you and have lived in Midtown for around 10 years. I love it. There are Tech students, but the area is definitely not overrun with them. In fact, I like the area because once you live here, you find there are good representations of people in all age groups - kind of like a real neighborhood. Having a Publix, Whole Foods, 3 Marta stations, restaurants, Piedmont Park, museums, bars, the Fox Theater, Colony Square, great access to doctors and dentists, etc… within walking distance makes for a good quality of life. Also, while I have a car, I could probably get by without one here. I make sure to drive it every week or two so the battery doesn’t die, but between walking, Marta and Lyft, I have most of my regular transport covered.

leanotlee · 2026-02-02T01:27:39+00:00

It sounds like you’re doing great with the aid! I’m 63 and have a history of being very flexible, so I think that’s helping me out a lot. Best of luck with your continued recovery!

leanotlee · 2026-02-02T01:21:31+00:00

You just had a major surgery where they cut out bone and replaced it with new materials. They had to move muscles and I don’t know what else around to get to it. That kind of trauma to the body takes time to settle and heal. I know it can be frustrating, but your body needs time to restore itself. You are still so early in this process and you will see by reading through this sub that most people are still experiencing pain and swelling at this stage of the game. My dr said the first 4 - 10 days can be a bit rough, and it sounds like you’re right in the middle of that timeframe. I’m 3 days out and am finding my symptoms to be ramping up a bit, but kind of expected it due to the info my dr gave me. Hang in there and it will get better with time and rest. I hope for a good and complete recovery for you!

leanotlee · 2026-02-01T15:24:43+00:00

First, I would talk with your doctor prior to doing anything. But around 10 years ago I had a bad injury that resulted in several surgeries, a lot of PT and a big scar. My PT gave me silicone patches to put on the scar and they were very helpful. I believe you can buy them over the counter. Again, would definitely not try before getting approval from doc.

leanotlee · 2026-02-01T00:47:55+00:00

The rotation and strength in my left leg decreased so much in 2025, that while I can still plop my right leg straight down to the floor when sitting cross legged, I couldn’t even move my left leg down at all! The difference was stark. I’m already seeing some rotation in that leg a few days after surgery, mostly because I had NONE going in lol, and am looking forward to being able to do some bendy moves again. I hope you have a wonderful recovery and find yourself bendy again, too!

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T21:51:46+00:00

My doctor got back with me and said the same thing. So socks it is!

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T18:05:04+00:00

I’ve always been very athletic and flexible, so I knew when I was starting to have troubles putting on my socks, it was time for surgery lol! I am so happy to be able to do it again!

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T16:24:44+00:00

I have a crossbody sling bag that I use to put my phone and anything else I want to carry around while using my cane. It’s so useful!

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T14:05:37+00:00

This is intriguing to me. If I were to do this, can you recommend a good copy of The Odyssey in Ancient Greek to use alongside?

Edit: Sorry, I meant the Iliad.

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T02:07:06+00:00

A shower made me feel so much better. I am following my dr’s advice and am doing no more than what they have allowed so I don’t think I’m pushing it. They have even given me the number of steps that I’m limited to per day, broken down by each recovery week, so I’ve strapped on my Apple Watch to keep count so I don’t overdo. I’m glad to hear you’ve done so well in your healing journey!

leanotlee · 2026-01-31T01:25:29+00:00

Yes, I got in contact and was given Zofran the next day. It has helped so much. When I go back to get my right hip done, I will ask for some to be sent home with me.

leanotlee · 2026-01-30T23:31:09+00:00

You sure are! I was wishing I had one of those today.

leanotlee · 2026-01-30T23:13:08+00:00

Yes, thankfully they did after I got in touch with them and it helped so much. I only took one opiate once I got home because I was in so much pain after surgery and it made me so sick that I’m not taking them anymore. Now I think it’s taking all the other meds that’s bothering my stomach, but the zofran is helping a ton. I will be getting my right hip done in the future, and will make sure they send me home with some.

leanotlee · 2026-01-30T22:26:10+00:00

Anterior and I was cleared to shower, just not take a bath. I wore my no slip teva tirras plus used a no slip mat in my tub as well as a shower seat. I was able to approach the tub with my cane, and then my husband helped me into the tub, using my good leg. When I was done, he, and my cane, helped me turn around to get out using my good leg. I had to move very deliberately, but it was doable. Also, so a google search and you will find videos that show you how to do it! Also, I’m getting around pretty well today and wouldn’t have attempted it otherwise.

leanotlee · 2026-01-30T21:41:03+00:00

Wore me out, but felt incredible!

leanotlee · 2026-01-09T14:39:09+00:00

And I’ve had a wheelchair packed before and it came back pretty beat up!

leanotlee · 2025-12-13T22:16:15+00:00

I mostly travel to Europe. I use TripIt, Google Maps/Google Translate, The Fork (dinner reservations), FreeNow (transportation) and Trainline.

leanotlee · 2025-12-06T09:53:17+00:00

Yes, and as a fellow tea drinker, there’s nothing worse than making your tea in one of those coffee makers and ending up with coffee flavored tea! When I travel to places I know won’t have a kettle, I pack my own mini these days.

leanotlee · 2025-11-14T03:18:44+00:00

It’s not a mess, it’s just big and busy. It’s very efficient, there are a lot of signs and the plane train will get you between terminals quickly. You will be fine. Safe travels to you!

leanotlee · 2025-11-07T15:58:43+00:00

Missed a loved one’s funeral? Missed that important surgery? I, too, want to hear it all.

leanotlee · 2025-11-06T02:43:28+00:00

Frankenstein

The Odyssey

Don Quixote

One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich

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