Blue Skies Have Been Enjoyed
By CarolDM
@CarolDM (203422)
Nashville, Tennessee
January 6, 2023 3:21pm CST
Have been enjoying the weather the last few days. My photo here shows you the nice blue skies we have had lately. Rain is coming again this weekend. But no storms, only rain.
Had a follow-up yesterday with my ENT (ears, nose and throat). Six months since my Neurosurgeon did my brain surgery. The ENT wanted to follow-up to be sure some issues had resolved. The doctors were hoping many symptoms I had prior to surgery would be gone afterwards. And they are all gone.
He was so happy to hear about my swallowing issues being resolved. I had tests done prior to surgery and he wanted to see if maybe the Chiari Malformation in my brain was the culprit of many issues. And he was correct. I am able to eat foods much easier now.
I was glad to report I am doing well, six months out. Happy to have that all behind me now. And trying to enjoy the nice sunshine days we have had lately. I hope you are all doing well. I will catch up as time permits.
Photo is mine. Snapped from inside my car.
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@Chellezhere (5701)
• United States
6 Jan 23
I sometimes have trouble swallowing - even when not eating or drinking, and I choke. I've been doing that since I was a child.
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@Chellezhere (5701)
• United States
6 Jan 23
@CarolDM Right. That is exactly what happens, and when it does, it scares the daylights out of me, yet I know why it is happening, so I do not panic.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
6 Jan 23
@Chellezhere Thankfully my issue is all gone now after surgery.
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@Juliaacv (51045)
• Canada
6 Jan 23
The sky is such a beautiful bright blue, thank you for sharing it.
Our sky is a dark and gloomy grey, and not one that I think you would want me to share. 
What encouraging words from your doctor, you must have been so relieved and beaming all at the same time.
It is hard to believe it has been 6 months already, although this afternoon I was remembering that weekend very clearly like it was yesterday.
What encouraging words from your doctor, you must have been so relieved and beaming all at the same time.
It is hard to believe it has been 6 months already, although this afternoon I was remembering that weekend very clearly like it was yesterday.5 people like this
@kaylachan (69197)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6 Jan 23
Happy to hear you're getting blue skies. I know I love good days like that, myself.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
6 Jan 23
@kaylachan Rain this weekend but that is fine with me as well. Will be home.
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@jobelbojel (35461)
• Philippines
7 Jan 23
That's good news! You are are doing well and no more swallowing issues.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
7 Jan 23
@jobelbojel Yes indeed. Enjoy your evening and weekend.
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@DaddyEvil (137257)
• United States
6 Jan 23
That's a beautiful picture and I'm glad you're doing better now.
It has been sprinkling here since around noon. We're supposed to have more rain overnight and then clear on Sunday. The temps have been 45F for the last two days. (I'm not sure if you get my temperatures as well as my weather but there you have it.
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@DaddyEvil (137257)
• United States
6 Jan 23
@CarolDM You're very welcome. And yes, she seems to be fine. Oh, nice! I've been chilly every time I stepped outside.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
6 Jan 23
@DaddyEvil We have had frosty mornings this week but then it is nice in the 50’s.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
7 Jan 23
Thanks, I enjoyed this sky all week. Made my very happy to see. This visit was to see the ENT (ears, nose and throat). The Neurosurgeon did the surgery. I saw him a few weeks ago. But the ENT wanted to follow-up with the swallowing issues. Yes I was happy to share with him how much I have improved. Thank you so much.
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@quantum2020 (12041)
• Ciudad De Mexico, Mexico
6 Jan 23
That is one of the most beautiful skies I´ve ever. seen. Just the atmosphere´s colors with no pollution
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@RasmaSandra (79649)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6 Jan 23
Lovely photo. This would have been what we call in Latvia Star Day and we would have partied and taken down the Christmas tree, Nice memories, Glad you are doing so well and wish you all the best,
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@Marilynda1225 (82690)
• United States
7 Jan 23
That is definitely awesome news Carol to hear that you're doing so good. I'm sure the doctor was happy too
No blue skies here
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@Shivram59 (35205)
• India
7 Jan 23
@CarolDM It's a wonderful scene.Here in my town we can see the beauty of a blue sky only in the villages.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
8 Jan 23
@Shivram59 It is becoming like that here as many farms are being bought and too many homes are being built.
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@Dena91 (16587)
• United States
7 Jan 23
We had pretty blue skies this morning too. By the afternoon, clouds rolled in. Like you, we are expecting rain over the weekend.
So thankful you are doing better after your surgery. And that you can eat easier now. I had another friend who had similar surgery and it helped her too. 
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@LindaOHio (177809)
• United States
7 Jan 23
I am thrilled at your doctor's report. I am so glad you are all over your surgery and issues have been resolved. Love the picture. Mr. Sun has been notably absent most of the week.
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@LindaOHio (177809)
• United States
8 Jan 23
@CarolDM I'm glad you had such good care. It makes for far less stress.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
8 Jan 23
@LindaOHio You are so right about that.
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@iKONICNoona (4192)
• Philippines
7 Jan 23
Those are good news 
Im happy that everything is doing well with you maam. Your recovery is important . Always be safe .
Im happy that everything is doing well with you maam. Your recovery is important . Always be safe .2 people like this
@Beestring (14516)
• Hong Kong
7 Jan 23
Good to know that you are doing well. That's a very nice picture.
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