so far today I've had...

24 oz of barium suspended in water

at least 90 oz of water

a glass of OJ

and a coke.

that is A LOT of liquid. and especially when you consider that it's in, oh eight hours.

my test this morning almost didn't happen. when they were checking me in they said "that will be $150 for your copay" and I almost lost it. we weren't able to completely clear it up, but it seems that actually the most I should owe is $35.

it's kind of amazing that I paid someone to make me drink nasty chalky stuff with a fruit aftertaste, hang out in a way-too-large hospital gown and take pictures of my innards.

at least the gal who was the technician was really nice and pleasant, got me warm blankets (yes, warm!) when I was shivering and was overall really pleasant. and I got to see the images of my intestines and colon. it was cool to see them move around when I rotated as the doctor instructed.

anyway, my intestines seem to be peachy with a side of keen. all normal. the doctor said that my GI specialist might want to do an ultrasound of my gall bladder.

doesn't that sound fun?

yeesh. so, I know my intestines are okay, but still don't know what the problem is. it's kind of a mixed bag, methinks.

also, last night my boyfriend impressed me by biting into a wax candle. no really. it was pretty hilarious and actually quite necessary. just go with it. I took pictures, but they aren't blog-worthy. I had lots of fun talking to the people nearby and I'm looking forward to getting together with Patty and Darren on October 13th. (hint hint, patty!)

things are still not *right* in my tummy from this morning, but it seems I'm getting better. I'll just keep chugging water and hopefully it'll all be okay. and maybe next week we can discuss adventures in gall bladders! yay!

I am so glad tomorrow is friday. I feel like I think this every thursday. But tomorrow is particularly great since I get to give Matt his presents AND we get to celebrate Marla's birthday!