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Yeah, no gym this morning; instead, we are going to a vascular surgeon for a consult about my carotid arteries! The carotid arteries are a pair of major arteries that supply blood to the head and neck. They branch off the aorta and ascend through the neck to the brain. The carotid arteries are essential for delivering oxygen-rich blood to the brain. I have had one plugged for many years, but the second one shows signs of wear and tear. If it gets plugged, I will depart this life sooner than planned.
A vascular surgeon specializes in treating the vascular system, which includes arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels. They diagnose and treat conditions like aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, and varicose veins. Vascular surgeons perform both open and minimally invasive surgeries, including endovascular procedures like stenting and balloon angioplasty.
Looking at the calendar, Dr. Mary and I began moving into our new home four years ago, and Ortega got the job; they had no idea what they were getting into! A caravan of trucks worked day and night to transfer all of our ill-gotten goods from Seal Beach and “on the hill” to the new abode christened Casa Valencia!
Turck number 43 arrives.
They did not need GPS, follow the tire tracks!
We did NOT have gym today, but went to see a vascular surgeon about my carotid artery issue. She was excellent and did a lot of explaining. I am now scheduled for a CT Scan to get additional clarification. We should know in about two week whether or not I will be undergoing corrective surgery or not.
Since we were out and close to Benji’s deli, we decided to have brunch, which meant we shared one of their huge pastrami sandwiches! It was plenty enough for both of us, and I didn’t even have a root beer float!!
We went VFR home from Benji’s, which took about nine minutes. The rest of the day, we did chores around the house before getting ready for the show! Sho? What show?
The pride of Wales, Sir Tom Jones, has been performing for over 50 years, with a staggering back catalog of classic hits. From his early hits like ‘Delilah’ and ‘It’s Not Unusual’ through his pop resurgence of the 1980s with his cover of Prince’s ‘Kiss’, Jones has never been afraid to reinvent himself. Now on the edge of 85, catch the legendary crooner live on the Defy Explanation tour, coming to North American shores this spring!
We had dinner at the Silver Trumpet, which was, as usual, outstanding. The swordfish was excellent, and Jim went for the Salmon. The girls went for salads with Mary, also adding some lamb lollipops to the feast!!
Dinner with Vicky and Jim
After dinner, we waited for the ladies before walking across the street, a short block, to the theater.
Dashing and de-boner gentleman await their ladies!
The show was terrific, although we would have liked it more if he had sung some of his oldies, but it was OK.
85 and still singing
We had great seats in about the tenth row from the stage!
Great fun!!
We clapped and, in some cases, sang along with Mr. Jones.
Half time.
Walking out after the almost two-hour show, we stopped so Vicky could use her “good camera”.
Just us!
As we stood there, I overheard two people talking to each other. I felt bad for Mary having to be with “the ancient one!”
Indeed
Jim and Vicky are enjoying life and seeing new things all the time.
Leaving the theater.
When the show was over at 9:30 p.m., we walked to the car and headed home. Home to the Seagerstrom/Southcoast Repertory is about a 15-minute drive because the traffic was all going the other direction.
We watch some more of The Blacklist. We finally gave up at midnight and went to bed!
