The main reason I went today was that I have been having trouble with an annoying double vision for longer than I care to admit. I have basically been going around with one eye closed and, having trouble walking due to arthritis on top of that, not a good combination. It’s okay if I say, look at my hands close up, but long distance I see two of everything side by side and quite far apart.
I have to get my driver’s license renewed before my birthday in a couple of months, and finally had to admit this wasn’t going to go away on its own. Driving hasn’t been an issue as Gregg does all of it these days, but I want to keep my hand in. Anyhow, Gregg finally dragged me into the place and said he was getting his done and I was getting mine done, no arguments. No argument from me, I had had enough of this.
Apparently I have an astigmatism (Mao Clinic explanation at this link) but was told this could be corrected using a prism lens on my new glasses, which I will get very soon. I also have slight early stage cataracts but don’t need anything done yet. Gregg too but his are a little more advanced and he will need those taken care of soon. We have been told by several family members and friends that their procedures went perfectly.
Unfortunately the eye glasses at this place were over-the-top-expensive, so we will be buying those elsewhere. I rather liked the pair in my photos above, especially the ones top left. Very snazzy!
The rest of the day we were at home and we both took a three hour nap. I kept waking up last night, probably thinking about this appointment.
So that’s what we were doing yesterday.
Thanks for the visit and you all take good care of yourselves.
I am so glad your double vision was nothing serious. You had me scared for a bit. I have had cataract surgery on both eyes, piece of cake. The most troublesome part was having to use all the eye drops afterward. The top left look like something out of a fairy tale!
ReplyDeleteI was relieved. Thank you for telling about your cataract experience. I agree about those glasses, more for show than for purchase :)
DeleteWell done for going to the eye doctor; your husband was absolutely right to take you along. Now you know what's wrong! Good luck choosing your glasses, and all the best to your husband for the surgery.
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I appreciate your kind words Elke. Thank you very much :) hugs, Denise
DeleteGlad Gregg took you for the eye appointment. At least now you know the cause of the double vision and can get it taken care of.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann :) very true.
DeleteSo glad you are having your vision taken care of.
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda, much appreciated :)
DeleteHaven't had my eyes checked in a few years..I really need to make an appointment and get it done. I am glad that your double vision wasn't anything serious, Denise. You two have a great day!
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DeleteHi Angie and thank you. I encourage you to get your eyes checked. I waited too long for this to go away. I also have a family member a lot younger who had quite a serious eye condition and didn’t know about it until their exam. Mine last year gave me a good report but this all happened in the past year. I have a feeling I am a lot older than you are but you will be happy to get it done :)
Glad you went. Now you know. Sending you all the best health.
ReplyDeleteThank you Regine, very sweet of you to say :)
DeleteThanks so much for stopping by!! I am playing catch up with my return visits as I have fallen pretty far behind...Sorry! I will have to get my cataracts taken care of next year...I just had my lenses replaced this year as I love the frames I got last year...I hope your new prescription helps your vision....
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Hi Deb, no apologies necessary, believe me I am always running behind :) Thank you so much, I am relieved to start the process. Hugs, Denise
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