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Home » I’m SO SORRY, but a Change of Schedule…

I’m SO SORRY, but a Change of Schedule…

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Yesterday, I had a colonoscopy. Everything was fine, EXCEPT I had an atrociously bad reaction to the sedative. I won’t share the gruesome details….

But normal service on The Vivienne Files will be restored tomorrow, and the Friday post will very possibly not be finished until Saturday.

I didn’t expect this; I should have planned for a worst-case scenario! I always assume that I’m bulletproof…

love,

Janice

p.s. The painting of lilacs? My favorite flowers! I’m just trying really HARD to be cheerful…

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  1. Rebecca says

    March 10, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    Hang in there Janice!!! I hope you feel better soon.

    Reply
  2. Beth T says

    March 10, 2020 at 3:35 pm

    You can never really plan for the unexpected. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Lilacs are beautiful – I can’t wait for my lilac bush to blossom.

    Reply
  3. Anna of Stuffedveggies says

    March 10, 2020 at 3:37 pm

    Sorry you’re not feeling well. I hope you’re all better soon!

    Reply
  4. Ev says

    March 10, 2020 at 3:50 pm

    Don’t worry about us – take care of yourself. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

    Reply
  5. Jean says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:04 pm

    No worries just spend your energy getting well ? We can all reread all your wonderful previous posts ? ? ? ? ? ?

    Reply
  6. Jenne says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:12 pm

    Janice, you are so lovely and gracious . . . take care of yourself and feel better soon. This is a good opportunity for us to review our previous favorite posts!

    Reply
  7. Suzyn says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:13 pm

    I hope you feel better soon! Rest up well!

    Reply
  8. Wendy says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:14 pm

    Rest and get better soon. Don’t worry about us you have so many lovely posts to inspire us.

    Reply
  9. Gina says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:23 pm

    As a horrible post-anesthesia recovery patient myself, I understand! I’m so sorry!!!! Hope you are back to your normal self soon.

    Reply
  10. B says

    March 10, 2020 at 4:38 pm

    Dear Janice, please take all the time you need to be well, we will all wait for news when you are ready. Hugs!

    Reply
  11. Julie Borschke says

    March 10, 2020 at 5:49 pm

    Do you need anything?
    I’m sorry you had a reaction.
    Julie

    Reply
    • Janice says

      March 10, 2020 at 5:50 pm

      I think I’m good – poor Belovedest is taking care of everything!
      But thanks for asking – you’re so sweet…
      germ-free hugs,
      Janice

      Reply
  12. SShaw says

    March 10, 2020 at 8:08 pm

    Hope you feel better soon!

    Reply
  13. Carlene Ziegler says

    March 10, 2020 at 8:30 pm

    Oh Janice, do not worry about your dear readers. We are all cheering for you, so just take all the time you need. Do not stress about us!

    Reply
  14. Valerie says

    March 10, 2020 at 10:08 pm

    Poor you. I hope you feel better soon. Take your time, look after yourself.

    Reply
  15. Christi says

    March 10, 2020 at 10:25 pm

    Oh no! So sorry to hear. Hope you’re feeling better soon!
    The picture of lilacs brightened this travel advisors day! And you thought you were having a bad day!

    Reply
  16. Suzanne says

    March 10, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    As others have said, take care of yourself first. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

    Reply
  17. Cathie says

    March 10, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    Janice Dear, Take good care of yourself! Please don’t hurry yourself, and get all the rest you need. We can wait while you recover! Love and Hugs!

    Reply
  18. Laurie says

    March 10, 2020 at 11:41 pm

    Feel better soon!

    Reply
  19. Deb says

    March 11, 2020 at 12:16 am

    All the best for your recovery, Miss Janice.
    Don’t worry, pet.
    All will be well.
    Have icecream. Always works!

    Reply
  20. Marcia Robinson says

    March 11, 2020 at 12:39 am

    The lilacs are lovely! Get well soon!

    Reply
  21. Abigail says

    March 11, 2020 at 1:18 am

    As if the prep for a colonoscopy wasn’t bad enough! You poor thing! Take some days off and give your body a chance to recover. Get some rest. Get some more rest! Not that we won’t miss your posts, but we can certainly wait until you are much, much better.

    Reply
  22. Lee says

    March 11, 2020 at 2:31 am

    Congratulations on taking good care of yourself by having a colonoscopy. They can be far from pleasant but, I assure you, it is better than dealing with cancer! This procedure gives peace of mind. Either you get a clean bill of health or cancerous growths are detected and dealt with. It is not an exaggeration to say that a colonoscopy saved my life 8 years ago so I am a firm believer. Unpleasant. Oh yes. Vital necessity for health and well being. Absolutely.

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  23. Taste of France says

    March 11, 2020 at 3:24 am

    Dear Janice,
    I hope you recover swiftly. And, despite the sedative problem, I am very glad you got a colonoscopy. My husband had colon cancer in 2018 and it has come back, this time metastasized, inoperable, terminal. The discomfort of a colonoscopy is nothing next to the agony of colon cancer.
    I hope they give you a better sedative next time.

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    • Shrebee says

      March 11, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Taste of France,
      I am so deeply sorry for your difficult condition — I shall send prayers for comfort for both you and your husband .

      Reply
  24. Laura says

    March 11, 2020 at 4:37 am

    Take care of yourself!!! Sending oodles of virtual lilacs.

    Reply
  25. Cherry says

    March 11, 2020 at 4:53 am

    I hope you soon feel better. Take care.

    Reply
  26. Beth says

    March 11, 2020 at 5:23 am

    Best wishes for a speedy recovery! We can wait a day or two for your next installment. We love you enough to be patient.

    Take care of yourself! ❤️

    Reply
  27. Laura Bridgewater says

    March 11, 2020 at 5:33 am

    Oof! Hope you feel better very soon.

    Reply
  28. Elke says

    March 11, 2020 at 5:50 am

    Please look after yourself & speedy recovery! x

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  29. Cathy says

    March 11, 2020 at 6:01 am

    I am so sorry Janice that you had a bad reaction. I also struggle with the after effects of anesthesia. It’s no fun. I have found some anesthesiologists who listen to my history and many who don’t. It’s very frustrating.
    I hope you recover soon and please don’t let this experience keep you from having regular checkups!
    Your blog is great fun – both the clothes AND the commentary! I’ll look forward to seeing your next post after you take the time you need to recover.

    Reply
  30. MamaSquirrel says

    March 11, 2020 at 6:02 am

    Lilacs from here too.

    Reply
  31. Shrebee says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:09 am

    Janice,
    Ooh so sorry to read of this ! Take all of the time that you need to get better ! You have provided years worth of inspiring posts for us to enjoy again while you recuperate ! Big big hugs ! But I am glad that you did have a colonoscopy — it is important !

    Reply
  32. Susan Jackson says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:22 am

    Ugh!! Speedy healing! ❤️

    Reply
  33. miss agnes says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:24 am

    That must be painful! So sorry you’re going through this.
    Don’t worry, we’ll still be here when you come back. Take care of yourself and stay healthy.

    Reply
  34. Kimberly says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:49 am

    Best wishes for speedy recovery!

    Reply
  35. Kim says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:50 am

    Hope you feel better soon, Janice! Take care and we’ll see you when you feel you are up to it. Love the lilacs painting.

    Reply
  36. Alison says

    March 11, 2020 at 7:52 am

    Oh, my gosh! Rest up and recover — no need to rush! Clearly, we will all be here when you get back!

    =^.^=

    Reply
  37. Susan says

    March 11, 2020 at 8:00 am

    I’m very sorry to hear you had a bad reaction to the sedative. Take care of yourself and I hope you are feeling better soon.

    Reply
  38. Eleanor says

    March 11, 2020 at 8:05 am

    Dear Janice,
    lilacs are a particular favourite of mine too. I wrote a little homage to you, though I haven’t your eye. Feel better…xoxo
    She hasn’t seen lilacs in 20 years, not since she traded them for camellia blossoms and no snow, but her bosom friend from childhood called, and they’re going on a walking tour of stately manors. They will see and smell lots of lilacs. She pulls out her catalogue and makes a list. Inspired by her favourite painting, of her favourite flowers.
    A raincoat the colour of lilac leaves in the rain
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-packable-raincoat/id_343214?attributes=8063,44967
    A cardigan in the palest purple
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-cotton-open-long-cardigan-sweater/id_338416?attributes=32704,44967
    Two t-shirts, one lilac and one moss.
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-plus-size-short-sleeve-notch-neck-tunic-top/id_337671?attributes=21576
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-relaxed-supima-cotton-short-sleeve-v-neck-t-shirt/id_234879?attributes=31512,44967
    Comfortable pants for the plane and cozy evenings
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-starfish-mid-rise-straight-leg-elastic-waist-pull-on-pants/id_219545?attributes=21576,44967
    Practical pants for walking
    https://www.landsend.com/products/womens-7-day-elastic-waist-pull-on-pants/id_139338?attributes=11657,44256,44967
    And a special dress that’s already in her closet
    https://www.melanielyne.com/en/clothing/dresses/floral-print-sleeveless-dress/6010101-1530.html?dwvar_6010101-1530_color=490&q=floral%20dress&start=2#q=floral%2Bdress&lang=en_CA&start=2

    She’ll be doing a lot of laundry but travelling light!

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    • Robyn says

      March 12, 2020 at 8:01 am

      A delightful story Eleanor, and pretty choices. Thank you!

      Reply
    • nancyo says

      March 12, 2020 at 9:54 pm

      How sweet is this?! I miss lilacs, as I also traded them for camellias almost 40 years ago. – nancyo

      Reply
    • Lisa H. says

      March 14, 2020 at 11:57 pm

      Nicely done!

      Reply
  39. Pat Comstock says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:29 am

    Janice, I’m so sorry you are suffering. Take your time getting well and let Belovedest take care of you! We’ll be fine without any new posts. You’ve provided years of content for us to revisit. I don’t often comment, but I’ve read every post for at least 5 years and have learned so much about wardrobe planning and travel planning from you. You’re a treasure! Hugs!

    Pat in Sarasota

    Reply
  40. Pat says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:34 am

    How kind of you to even think of us while you are feeling horrible. Hoping that you feel better soon.

    Reply
  41. Danielle says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:45 am

    I’m so sorry. The last time I had one, my heart rate went down to 30bpm under the anesthesia and an aide ran all over the hospital looking for my daughter in case I didn’t wake up. I’d told her to go have coffee as it was “nothing”. Hope for the best, plan for the worst!

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  42. Julie says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:57 am

    Oh, no! I’m so sorry to hear this. I’m sure we would all agree: Take your time to recover, and we if we really need our Vivienne fix, we have a wealth of old posts to enjoy. (Following you for several years has actually has been inspiring to me, as a new blogger, to see how a website gets richer, fuller over time. You have so much great content, and I never get tired of it.)

    After a couple of bad reactions, I’ve become terrified of going under again. But, when my husband had his colonoscopy, he came out of the anesthesia soooo happy, so sweet and loving. Gushed about my beauty and how grateful he was for me. I asked the nurse if she could give him some more of that stuff, lol.

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  43. Lorrie says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:59 am

    Lilacs are comforting flowers. Sending thoughts across the miles for a good recovery from the sedative. Thank you for all of your wonderful posts; there are many to keep us in reading material while you recuperate.

    Reply
  44. Sharon says

    March 11, 2020 at 10:25 am

    Thanks for sharing Janice, don’t rush to resume business by Friday, sleep off the trauma and let your body and mind recover. No one will think any less of you if you postpone blogs until Monday. After all, we have a huge archive to re-visit and spring wardrobe planning to be getting on with.

    Reply
  45. Amy says

    March 11, 2020 at 11:52 am

    Janice, I’m so sorry to hear of your bad reaction. Take care and don’t worry about getting back to work so soon. We’ll all be here when you’re feeling better.
    Amy

    Reply
  46. Teresa says

    March 11, 2020 at 1:06 pm

    Janice, it is far more important for you to rest and get well. Your posts are great, but take al the time you need to recover completely before trying to do all the work you do to get out your posts! Wishing you a restful day while dreaming of lilacs,
    Teresa

    Reply
  47. Coach Laura says

    March 11, 2020 at 1:59 pm

    Wishing you a speedy recovery (and no COVID).

    Reply
  48. Anne S says

    March 11, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    Don’t worry about us, we will wait. Your health is so much more important. I’m sorry it didn’t go as expected for you but happy to hear you got one. I did my 2nd one last November, it didn’t go as expected either. Darn it, life happens. Hang in there and get well.

    Reply
    • Janice says

      March 11, 2020 at 2:40 pm

      At least we’re able to have these tests; I keep telling myself that I should be grateful that I have access to such good medical care! It’s sort of hard though when you have these amazingly ghastly reactions, eh?
      hugs,
      Janice

      Reply
  49. Helen says

    March 11, 2020 at 2:54 pm

    Your health comes first! I think I can speak for many of us and say we live you and want you to take the time you need and enjoy the lilacs. When you are back up to speed, can we see a wardrobe based on this exquisitely beautiful painting?

    Reply
  50. Ardyth Eisenberg says

    March 11, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    No apologies needed for events out of your control! Drink lots of water — it helps flush your system. I’d also suggest (being married to a retired medical school chairman) that you find out if that sedative is used for any other outpatient procedures you might possibly have in the future. Get better.

    Reply
  51. Tina says

    March 11, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    A speedy recovery and all the best wishes from Germany

    Tina

    Reply
  52. Jennifer says

    March 11, 2020 at 3:54 pm

    Get well! X and O

    Reply
  53. BeeeBeee says

    March 11, 2020 at 6:29 pm

    Please take all the time you need to feel whole and well again, may that be very soon!

    Reply
  54. Susan G. says

    March 11, 2020 at 8:41 pm

    Take care and feel better!

    Reply
  55. Michelle says

    March 11, 2020 at 9:16 pm

    Sending serene and healing thoughts your way.

    Reply
  56. Deborah Singh-Boos says

    March 12, 2020 at 6:42 am

    So sorry to read about your negative reaction to the sedative. My prayers are with you. Take the time for your body to heal. That’s the important thing. Greetings from Trinidad and Tobago.

    Reply
  57. Robyn says

    March 12, 2020 at 8:04 am

    Good wishes for your recovery Janice, and thank you for the lovely lilacs. We have much to review across the archives while you recuperate. Sending hugs ?

    Reply

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