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My husband, Geno, is quite a character and never has met a stranger! He is our medical mystery acquiring more stints in his body than any other man and has introduced us to more medical terminologies than we really care to know! In the last few years his latest foray into stumping the doctors is his blood count plummeting into dangerous levels thus causing panic as to where is he losing blood and why!!
Twice last year we trekked to Dallas to see a doctor who is the only one to perform a particular procedure they felt would end this endless blood loss! It worked. They determined a drug he was taking, Plavix, was the culprit. Now this is a catch 22 because he needs Plavix as a blood thinner because of all his stints!! He was taking this drug every day but he was told to cut it back to once a week which he did. Well, guess what his blood count is falling again and off to Dallas we go for another visit!
Geno had to call to schedule a time to see the doctor. Just trying to reach someone can be a challenge because of the number of patients Baylor Hospital and this doctor is seeing. Finally, after 3 tries he gets handed off to a gal and finds he interrupted her time block!! He explains he is trying to schedule an appointment. She asks him if he is still employed and he says yes. She asks him what he does and he says I'm a Realtor by day and a sword swallower by night! She hung up the phone. She called back and said "Mr. Dillard, this is a serious matter and you are treating this like a slide show carnival" and then started to laugh. Geno said "the doctors have found more holes in me than a termite mound!" Trying to be serious she asks him if he can be there Tuesday morning at 8:45am. Geno enthusiastically proclaims he will be there! She says you better be and oh, by the way...leave your sword at home.
The last two times Geno caused havoc in the surgery and recovery room...heaven help us this will be visit number three! Geno has a motto: "If you can't have fun - don't do it"... he makes just about everything fun!
You are right..it is contagious! He is done and out of recovery and we are back to the hotel. He had everyone in stitches and they all bid him farewell!
You are back!!I'm sure you had a great time and will check your blog! Geno is out of recovery and doing fine.... unfortunately we will be back in 2 weeks!
I remember you telling me you were scared he was going to open his mouth at the customs interview. He must be a bundle of fun. I had a colonoscopy a couple of years ago. Shelly Berman was having one at the same time. He had the whole place in stitches.
You never know what joke or saying is going to roll off his tongue! When we went to Pittsburgh for my nephew's wedding..they all were excited we were coming becasue they needed a "Gene Fix!!"
Dorie, Sounds like Geno is a joy to be around. Kudos to you for recognizing it!!! Love this post! Humor is the best way to get people to stop and listen...so much more effective than using the "squeaky wheel" mentality!
Dorie, what an amazingly positive story about your husband! Funny thing, but my wife will also tell you that she never knows what I might say next!
If you ever have to have a procedure here in Austin, my wife works at the Heart Hospital and does anesthesia. I really like the great attitude and humorous way Gene continues to enjoy life!
If your wife works at the heart hospital them Geno may have come acroos her with his numerous visits! His doctor is a gem... Dr. Gammon! Gene does have fun!
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My husband, Geno, is quite a character and never has met a stranger! He is our medical mystery acquiring more stints in his body than any other man and has introduced us to more medical terminologies than we really care to know! In the last few years his latest foray into stumping the doctors is his blood count plummeting into dangerous levels thus causing panic as to where is he losing blood and why!!
found more holes in me than a termite mound!" Trying to be serious she asks him if he can be there Tuesday morning at 8:45am. Geno enthusiastically proclaims he will be there! She says you better be and oh, by the way...leave your sword at home. 
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35 Comments on If You Can't Have Fun...Don't Do It!
Good for Geno! Praying for the doctors, healing and save travels.
Good morning Michael,
One appointment down and on to a 1pm procedure!
Good morning Melissa,
Thanks..we are now down with the consultation and on to a procedure at 1 pm.
Good morning Mary,
He has already been stirring the pot and his procedure is scheduled for 1 pm. Good thing I would not let him eat breakfast this morning!!
Good morning Joni,
Thanks for your prayers. We are going to stay over after his procedure. Better to be fresh in the morning to get back to Austin,
Dorie,
Geno sounds like an awesome person to be around! I am sure his positive attitude and fun view of life is highly contaigous!
A happy spirit is very important to deal with any problem...
Best wishes to Geno!
Geno sounds like he's living my life! Or am I living his? Either way, my motto is, "If it's not fun, it's not worth it!"
Good afternoon Cherimie,
You are right..it is contagious! He is done and out of recovery and we are back to the hotel. He had everyone in stitches and they all bid him farewell!
Hi Joshua,
That is so true!! Thanks for the good wishes!
Hi Craig,
You are back!!I'm sure you had a great time and will check your blog! Geno is out of recovery and doing fine.... unfortunately we will be back in 2 weeks!
Dorie, any guy who can keep a sense of humor when dealing with medical professionals is really, really special!
I remember you telling me you were scared he was going to open his mouth at the customs interview. He must be a bundle of fun. I had a colonoscopy a couple of years ago. Shelly Berman was having one at the same time. He had the whole place in stitches.
Good morning Pat,
He is really a one of a kind guy! He makes everyones day!
Good morning Jane,
You never know what joke or saying is going to roll off his tongue! When we went to Pittsburgh for my nephew's wedding..they all were excited we were coming becasue they needed a "Gene Fix!!"
Dorie, Sounds like Geno is a joy to be around. Kudos to you for recognizing it!!! Love this post! Humor is the best way to get people to stop and listen...so much more effective than using the "squeaky wheel" mentality!
Dorie, what an amazingly positive story about your husband! Funny thing, but my wife will also tell you that she never knows what I might say next!
If you ever have to have a procedure here in Austin, my wife works at the Heart Hospital and does anesthesia. I really like the great attitude and humorous way Gene continues to enjoy life!
Glad things went well Dorie and I love his attitude and agree completely.
Hi Russell,
If your wife works at the heart hospital them Geno may have come acroos her with his numerous visits! His doctor is a gem... Dr. Gammon! Gene does have fun!
Good evening Tammy,
Things did go well..we will be back up there in 2 weeks but things are looking good!