Last night was a little different around here. I completed a home sleep apnea test using one of those watch-style devices that monitors your sleep while you rest in your own bed. It was surprisingly simple to use, and now the waiting game begins. I’ve already mailed the device back to the company, and my doctor should have the results within the next few days.
One thing that made the night especially unusual was that I slept without my oscillating fan! Now, that may not sound like a big deal to some folks, but for me it’s almost unheard of. I’m so accustomed to the gentle hum and steady breeze that it feels like part of my bedtime routine. Yet there I was, sleeping in complete silence so the test could gather the most accurate information possible.
It’s amazing how attached we become to our little comforts and habits. The quiet room felt strange at first, but I eventually drifted off and made it through the entire night. Whether that helped or hurt my sleep remains to be seen, but at least the test is complete.
Now I’m looking forward to hearing what the results reveal. If there are answers hidden in those hours of sleep, perhaps they’ll explain why some mornings feel more refreshing than others. Until then, I’ll be patiently waiting for that phone call from my doctor—and yes, my faithful oscillating fan is back on duty tonight!
Have any of you ever taken a home sleep apnea test? Were you surprised by the results? My daughters said they could definitely testify to the fact that I snore!! (We shared a room on the Ireland trip)
Funny thing.....I have another 3 night trip planned with them the first week in September. Their words:
"MOM....you need to take a sleep study test before our trip or else you are going to have to get your own room for our trip in September!!"
How dare them!! 😂😳🤣🥰
Shug......
I hope the results are helpful.
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