Jess, from my experience, the ER doctors don't like to admit people to the hospital. They like to get you in and out. You should have asked if they could call her doctor and notify the doctor that she is in the ER. Sometimes they will do that, and if you have a good doctor, they will come to the ER to see what's up. I know it is frustrating, but I think that is how they work there. Why is she so sick (if you don't mind me asking).

As for the salmon packets, you can make salmon patties, like a hamburger, but with salmon. I have had them in restaurants before and they were good. Also, you could make a salmon pasta salad (like with tuna, except use the salmon), or I have made a salmon chowder before with salmon from a can.

I'll see if I can find any recipes for you.

I added some salmon recipes to the Yum Yum Thread.

Jen--She had cancer 10 years ago and they removed several lymph nodes from her right arm. At least once a year, she gets cellulitis in that arm. We really should have insisted that the PA call her regular doctor so we could have saved her the suffering...

Thanks for the suggestions for what to do with the salmon. I keep looking at it, and even though the quesadillas sound good, I'm not sure I'll like them. I think that I should see what I think of salmon before trying anything too risky.

JenL - Thanks! I knew that you could help me out. You're the best!

Jess - I'm so sorry that your mom is having such trouble getting the treatment she needs. No advice for you but you are in my thoughts.

Laura

Laura--Thanks for thinking of us. I'm sure she'll be fine, she always is, but everytime she goes to the hospital, I think of my 14th birthday (which was, unfortunately, when she was diagnosed) and how I was sure that having cancer meant she was dying and how everything changed and the constant feeling of instability that followed. Hearing she's in the hospital instantly reverts me to those days and I hate that a PA (or a Dr. for that matter) is responsible for that. I hate that we depend on these people to save our lives and they won't even listen to us...

Whoo, I got off on a rant there, sorry about that. But, like I said, it sends me on an emotional roller coaster. Scared, sad, angry, etc. It's like Mom-induced PMS or something.

Jen--I looked at the salmon recipes on the Yum Yum Recipe thread. I think I'm going to try out the salmon potato things. The chowder sounds good, too, but it would involve cutting vegetables and whatnot.

someone asked where Lisa has been all week. I wonder the same thing...

I have posted here altogether too many times today. I should do some more work now.

Jess ~

For what is is worth, after having two children and they being the most important thing in my life, I have learned that you should never let Dr's intimidate you. I have learned to ask for what you want, and if they don't give it to you, consult another. As much as they care about your health, it isn't nearly as much as you care....

Hang in there sweetie!! I hope she is feeling better now.

I had to get fast food for lunch today (didn't have much time), so you all would be proud of me, 1 chicken taco at Taco John's for 3.5 points and water.

I am cookin' now!!

Oh Jen, I hope the carpet looks fab....

Jess, I understand what you are going through. My mom has suffered cancer twice, so I have the same feelings you do. She always consults her doctor, after all, she has been going there for what seems forever and they know her the best. Chalk it up as a learning experience and next time you know to tell the PA to shush!!

Glad I could help with the recipes.

I just want to tell you guys thanks SO SO much for being here for me today. It's been a rough one and it makes it easier to have someone to talk to, especially when they're as understanding as you guys are. It really means a lot, especially with as much whining as I've been doing.

I'd really like to sit down tonight with a 6-pack of tacos and Nachos Bell Grande from Taco Bell, a medium Snickers blizzard, a couple pieces of fried chicken, and a big bag of M&M's and eat my emotions away. Instead, I'll be going to Subway, getting a nice sandwich, and hot-tubbing my troubles away. I think that sounds like a better WW solution.

Thanks, again, so much for letting me complain the day away. I really appreciate it.

I'm off to price Smelly Jellies (even though mom is sick, she still has a craft show to get ready for on Saturdya), visit Mom in the hospital, freshen up, and do a little unwinding.

Have a great evening everyone and thanks again!

Hello, hello! So it's late and everyone's gone home, but it's only 6:15 p.m. in Virginia and I'm posting two days in a row!

First of all, Jess, I'm sorry you've had a rough day. I hope tomorrow is better and that your mom is OK.

Tonya, JenL: The wedding is Nov. 9. At the beginning, I thought it would be late October or early November. We settled on November. A month from today! The ceremony and reception are at a farm. The ceremony is outside, the reception inside a converted barn on the property. I'm doing all autumn colors, reds, yellows, oranges, even orange bridemaids' dresses! They are really, really beautiful. (I've gotten a lot of weird looks when I tell people.)

Any more questions?

Ooh, weird quirks.

• I hate driving through tunnels. That fear of water crushing me to death.

• Chewing on balloons. Ever notice when kids do it? Sometimes people chew on rubber bands. It makes my jaw clench just thinking about it.

• I never put milk in cereal. Yuck. Love milk. Just not on cereal.

That's all I can think of. Have a great night everyone!